Election fundraiser in NYC brings Biden, Obama, Clinton together: A fundraiser for President Joe Biden in New York City that also stars Barack Obama and Bill ...
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Pope Francis breaks with tradition in annual ritual by washing the feet of women only
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Quick Glance: Pope Washes Feet of 12 Women at Rome Prison
- Pope Francis washed and kissed the feet of 12 female inmates at a Rome prison during a Holy Thursday ritual to emphasize his calling of service and humility.
- He revolutionized the foot-washing ritual for the Vatican by insisting, since his first Holy Thursday as pope in 2013, on having women and people of other faiths among the 12 participants.
- Francis appeared in good shape at the prison, even after presiding over a long Mass earlier in the day in St. Peter’s Basilica. He was also energized by his visit to the Rebibbia prison, where he was given a basket of vegetables grown in the prison garden as well as two liturgical stoles.
- Despite the conclusion of Holy Thursday events, Francis has a lot to do in the upcoming days that will test his stamina, including the nighttime Way of the Cross procession at the Colosseum on Friday.
Ex-Trump lawyer John Eastman should lose state law license, judge says: A judge has recommended that conservative attorney John Eastman lose his California law ...
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Quick Glance: Ex-Trump lawyer John Eastman faces disbarment recommendation
- A judge recommends that conservative lawyer John Eastman lose his California law license due to his efforts to keep ex-President Donald Trump in power after the 2020 election.
- Judge Yvette Roland held Eastman accountable for 10 of 11 charges, including misleading courts and conspiring with Trump to obstruct the government.
- The California State Bar, dedicated to attorney discipline, alleges Eastman violated laws by making false statements to undermine election results.
- Eastman will be inactive pending the Supreme Court's decision after the judge's order, preventing him from practicing law in California, the state bar confirmed.
EU Blacklists Russian Penal Colonies in Response to Navalny’s Death: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18597-eu-blacklists-russian-penal-colonies-in-response-to-navalny-s-death
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's reconciliation with Kate, William is 100% 'possible': He'll offer his help
nypost.com/2024/03/28/entertainment/prince-harry-meghan-markle-reconciliation-with-kate-william-possible-hell-offer-help/
Quick Glance: The Royal Family Tree: Succession and New Generations
- After Queen Elizabeth II's death in 2022, the Windsor family tree began to grow rapidly.
- King Charles III now leads the House of Windsor, followed by Prince William and his family.
- The line of succession is led by Prince William and his three children, who have taken on the Wales title.
- A closer look at the current British royal family, including the king, his siblings, children, and grandchildren.
King Charles III will attend Easter Sunday service in his first major appearance since diagnosis
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MyPillow, owned by election denier Mike Lindell, faces eviction from Minnesota warehouse
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Quick Glance: MyPillow by Mike Lindell Fails to Pay Rent and Gets Evicted from Warehouse
- Mike Lindell's MyPillow is being evicted from one of its warehouses in Minnesota due to failure to pay rent.
- The company owes First Industrial over $217,000 in rent and other charges.
- A judge granted the landlord's request to find a new tenant.
- The eviction amidst Lindell's legal and financial troubles marks a downfall for the once successful entrepreneur.
#LokSabhaElection2024 | Sitharaman said that BJP chief JP Nadda asked her if she wanted to contest the election from Tamil Nadu or Andhra Pradesh ... Show more
Quick Glance: Nirmala Sitharaman rejects offer to contest Lok Sabha election
- Nirmala Sitharaman said she doesn't have enough money to participate in the Lok Sabha elections and declined the BJP's offer for a ticket.
- Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has turned down the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) offer to participate in the upcoming elections, citing a lack of funds to contest the Lok Sabha elections in 2024.
Christopher Nolan and producer Emma Thomas are set to receive a knighthood and damehood from King Charles III for their services to film.
Quick Glance: Knighthood Awarded to Christopher Nolan After 'Oppenheimer' Oscars Triumph
- Honoring Christopher Nolan with a knighthood and Emma Thomas with a damehood recognizes their significant impact on the film industry.
- Nolan's path to knighthood resembles a captivating journey full of twists, paying homage to his own intricate narratives.
- The Oscar victory for Oppenheimer, Nolan's gripping exploration of J. Robert Oppenheimer's life and the creation of the atomic bomb, signifies a peak in his career.
- Thomas' exceptional attention to detail and deep understanding of filmmaking played a crucial role in bringing Nolan's visionary projects to fruition.
I Could Not Stay Silent: Annelle Sheline Resigns from State Dept. over U.S. Gaza Policy
democracynow.org/2024/3/28/annelle_sheline
Live updates: Baltimore Key Bridge collapse news and rescue efforts: The National Transportation Safety Board chair told CNN that investigators were able to ...
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
RKI protocols: “Most far-reaching” de-blackening: The RKI protocols from the corona pandemic were only partially blacked out. Now Health Minister Lauterbach has ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/corona-lauterbach-rki-protokolle-entschwaerzung-100.html
Putin says he won't start a war with NATO. But Western bases hosting Ukraine F-16s would be targets
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-putin-f16-target-nato-c1199c3bc78fa7f25e3fff2193e83f50
Baltimore mayor says critics ‘don’t have the courage to say the N-word’: Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott (D) has accused his critics of racism after many labeled ...
thehill.com/homenews/race-politics/4561610-baltimore-mayor-critics-dont-have-the-courage-say-n-word/
Election 2024 latest news: Biden poised to raise $25 million at fundraiser with Obama, Clinton
washingtonpost.com/elections/2024/03/28/election-2024-campaign-updates/
GOP official who claimed 2020 election was stolen voted illegally 9 times, judge rules
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/28/georgia-republican-illegal-voting/
Quick Glance: Trump Attorney Challenges Georgia Charges
- Former President Trump's attorneys argued that the charges in Georgia target core political speech and urged the judge to dismiss them under the First Amendment before the trial.
- Trump contested the November 2020 election results, alleging fraud, and faces accusations of attempting to subvert Georgia's election results to stay in power.
- Trump, along with allies, faces 10 charges in Georgia related to the election, with his attorney pressing a First Amendment defense while other defendants like David Shafer also challenge their charges.
- McAfee presided over the hearing, where various legal arguments were presented, including challenges to the indictment's language regarding Shafer's involvement in sending alternate electors and Trump's alleged false votes.
“Corruption is a poison - whatever it touches, it destroys”
In an interview with the Africa Daily Podcast, Liberia’s President Joseph Boakai talks to @kasujja ... Show more
Putin says F-16s in Ukraine ‘won’t change the situation on the battlefield’: Russian President Vladimir Putin this week said that Ukraine obtaining F-16 fighter ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4561615-putin-says-f-16s-in-ukraine-wont-change-the-situation-on-the-battlefield/
'It's about time:' France considers a law to ban hair discrimination: Lawmakers in France’s lower house of parliament on Thursday approved a bill that would ban ...
nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/s-time-france-considers-law-ban-hair-discrimination-rcna145455
Jacob Zuma barred from running in South Africa elections: South Africa's ex-president is barred from standing in May's general election, it is announced.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68689044
"Voice of Europe": Czech Republic stops Russian propaganda: The government in Prague claims to have uncovered a suspected Kremlin propaganda network ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/tschechien-sanktionen-russland-propaganda-100.html
She has stepped in for him at one of the biggest events yet www.mirror.co.uk/news/royals/queen-camilla-steps-charles-historic-32459593
alal Nassar, a Hamas representative, openly criticised Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, saying he is no different to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ... Show more
Albanese’s $1b bet on Australian-made solar panels: Australia has the world’s highest uptake of rooftop solar panels with one in three households having them ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/albanese-s-1b-bet-on-australian-made-solar-panels-20240327-p5ffok.html
Cooperation with Wagenknecht? Scholz: "Exceeds imagination": Thought games about collaboration with the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance are “forbidden ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/deutschland/scholz-buendnis-wagenknecht-zusammenarbeit-100.html
Schröder hopes that his good relationship with Putin could perhaps be helpful: “It is obvious that the war cannot end with a total defeat for one side or the ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article250781284/Schroeder-hofft-dass-sein-gutes-Verhaeltnis-zu-Putin-vielleicht-noch-hilfreich-sein-koennte.html
White House: Putin linking Ukraine to Moscow attack ‘nonsense,’ ‘propaganda’: The White House on Thursday offered a fiery refutation to Russian President ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4561602-white-house-putin-linking-ukraine-to-moscow-attack-nonsense-propaganda/
The Memo: RFK Jr. set to hurt Biden more than Trump — but it’s complicated: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is enjoying a new burst of attention after unveiling his choice ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4560660-rfk-jr-biden-trump-impact/
Quick Glance: RFK Jr. selects attorney Nicole Shanahan as his VP candidate
- Independent presidential hopeful, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., revealed on Tuesday that Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy attorney and entrepreneur in the San Francisco Bay Area, is joining his campaign as his vice presidential candidate.
- Shanahan has been actively contributing to Kennedy's campaign and his super PAC, solidifying her position as a potential vice presidential candidate.
- Additionally, Shanahan has established a foundation advocating for issues such as reproductive longevity and equality, criminal justice reform, and a sustainable planet.
- Kennedy has a strong emphasis on anti-vaccine efforts and has incorporated anti-vaccine activists into his campaign team to bolster his stance on the matter.
Lawmakers in Thailand pass a bill to legalize same-sex marriage by an overwhelming majority
apnews.com/article/thailand-marriage-same-sex-equality-law-9a2f9da6b5b36a1cf70dee5caec70e23
Quick Glance: Thailand Moves Closer to Legalizing Same-Sex Unions
- Thailand's parliament approves a landmark marriage equality bill.
- The bill recognizes marriage between two individuals regardless of gender.
- Passage of the bill is a significant step for Thailand towards liberalizing attitudes on LGBT issues.
- Although there are some unresolved issues, the bill is seen as a positive step for the LGBT community.
Biden's campaign war chest exceeds Trump's before major fundraising event: U.S. President Joe Biden's campaign has pulled in more money ahead of November's ...
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Republican-passed bill removes role of Democratic governor if Senate vacancy occurs in Kentucky
apnews.com/article/kentucky-legislature-senate-vacancies-faf6f1f41fa42c3e0b818fc3fb3d4d4a
House will send impeachment articles against Mayorkas to Senate on April 10: The House passed the two articles along party lines in February, but proceedings ...
npr.org/2024/03/28/1241436932/house-will-send-impeachment-articles-against-mayorkas-to-senate-on-april-10
The new instructions from Boris Rhein (CDU) stipulate that gender-equitable use of language can be implemented by naming both the female and the male form ... Show more
Fear of the four-day week: Stihl is toying with Switzerland as a location: First it was Miele and now comes Stihl: one traditional brand after another is turning ...
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Quick Glance: Stihl considers Switzerland as a location
- Stihl and Miele consider leaving Germany.
- Stihl plans production site in Switzerland.
- Stihl views Germany as uncompetitive.
- Companies call for measures to strengthen the German economy.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is committed to advancing Ukraine aid. But it will be a difficult task
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Quick Glance: House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Difficult Task
- House Speaker Mike Johnson has been contemplating a funding package for over a month that would send desperately needed ammunition and weaponry to Ukraine.
- Johnson is facing dilemmas in Congress about how to handle funding for Ukraine and how decisively to act while his own leadership position is being threatened.
- There is growing support for the funding package proposed by Johnson, despite challenges from hardliners within the House party and concerns about Israel's offensive.
- The mood in Kyiv is tense as the city withstands missile attacks and awaits approval of aid from Washington.
Palestinian Authority announces new Cabinet as it faces calls for reform: The Palestinian Authority has announced the formation of a new Cabinet as it faces ...
apnews.com/article/palestinians-politics-cabinet-israel-hamas-gaza-97415b76e8339a34111e85ae32dcc5f2
Quick Glance: Palestinian Authority Unveils New Cabinet Amid U.S. Pressure
- The Palestinian Authority has announced a new cabinet, promising a technocratic government to aid in the reconstruction of Gaza and combat widespread corruption.
- Prime Minister Muhammad Mustafa revealed the names of 22 new ministers to President Mahmoud Abbas, outlining his vision for the government.
- Amid U.S. and international calls for a new government to address credibility issues, the White House emphasized it was premature to pass judgment on the new cabinet.
- The appointment of Mustafa as prime minister dashed hopes for significant reforms within the Palestinian Authority, as his close ties to Abbas suggest a desire for political control to remain.
Germany’s Beloved Dachshund Could Be Threatened Under Breeding Bill: The bill would strengthen laws around dog breeding, but Germany’s kennel club worries that ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/28/world/europe/dachshund-dog-breeding-ban-germany.html
Gender ban in Hesse: Greens speak of culture war: The Prime Minister of Hesse, Boris Rhein, has banned gendering with special characters in the state government ...
faz.net/aktuell/rhein-main/genderverbot-in-hessen-gruene-sprechen-von-kulturkampf-19615613.html
Chris Christie turns down running with No Labels: "I appreciate the encouragement I've gotten to pursue a third party candidacy," Christie said.
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Quick Glance: Chris Christie Declines No Labels Presidential Bid
- Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie (R) has made the decision not to run as the No Labels candidate for president after extensively evaluating the prospects of a centrist third-party campaign against President Biden and former president Donald Trump.
- During the recent weeks, Christie, along with his team, explored the possibility of joining a No Labels campaign, while No Labels leaders intensified their efforts to court him as a candidate.
- In conclusion, Christie determined that while there is an abstract interest in a third choice in the upcoming election, there is no practical path to victory. The challenges include significant ballot access and legal expenses, a delayed start in fundraising campaign funds, and the risk of diverting votes from Biden to elect Trump as president, according to those involved.
- The No Labels leaders have set a deadline in early April to nominate a presidential ticket, with a clear indication that they will only proceed if they can recruit someone with a feasible chance of winning. Individuals involved with No Labels have informed others in recent weeks that they anticipate Christie will be the nominee, as reported by individuals familiar with the discussions.
Javier Milei: Argentine leader's insults trigger diplomats' expulsion: President Javier Milei calls his Colombian counterpart a "murdering terrorist" ...
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Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) Qazi Faez Isa on Thursday said that “interference by the executive in the affairs and judicial workings of judges will not be ... Show more
Whakaata Māori celebrates 20 years of telling Māori stories: The broadcaster has survived the last two decades by staying true to its kaupapa, despite challenges ...
rnz.co.nz/news/te-manu-korihi/512948/whakaata-maori-celebrates-20-years-of-telling-maori-stories
Minister Robert Habeck emphasizes the need for a strong arms industry: According to Habeck, Germany must arm itself in view of the changing world threat ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/nach-habecks-treffen-mit-ruestungsindustrie-deutschland-und-europa-muessen-aufruesten-li.2200784
Traffic light and the Union apparently agree on protecting the Constitutional Court
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Evan Gershkovich: US journalist marks one year in Russian prison : Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich marks a year behind bars on Friday following his ...
apnews.com/article/russia-gershkovich-journalist-prison-putin-swap-33b1751158e32fe18dfa576839999b6e
Quick Glance: Russian Court Extends WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich's Detention
- A Russian court extended Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich's pre-trial detention until at least June 30.
- He has been accused of "acting on the instructions of the American side" and collecting state secrets about the military.
- The Wall Street Journal Editor-in-Chief Emma Tucker believes their reporter will be eventually freed but highlights the complexity of the situation.
- Gershkovich is one of several high-profile U.S. citizens or dual nationals currently detained in Russia.
Labour will level up better than Tories, pledges Keir Starmer: Keir Starmer says his party would do a better job of reducing regional inequality across Britain.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68683454
Trump seeks to dismiss Georgia charges claiming free speech : Fulton County prosecutors accused Donald Trump’s lawyer of trying to recast the charges against the ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/28/trump-georgia-free-speech/
"Curb Your Enthusiasm" star Larry David shares how he feels about former President Donald Trump and the 2020 election ... Show more
End of airmail: Post will no longer fly letters through Germany: The post no longer has to be as fast, but it does have to be more climate-friendly: From now on ...
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Quick Glance: End of German Airmail: Post Adopts Greener Transport Methods
- The Deutsche Post has ceased the domestic transport of letters by airplane to reduce costs and improve its carbon footprint.
- The night airmail network, established in 1961, was discontinued due to decreasing demand for letters and changes in communication habits.
- Although the end of transport flights may increase the delivery time of letters, the Post continues to use airmail for international correspondence.
- The transition to more environmentally friendly transport methods demonstrates the Deutsche Post's commitment to acting sustainably and adapting to current trends.
Joe Lieberman, former U.S. senator and vice presidential candidate, dead at 82: Former Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut has died, according to his family ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Lieberman, Former US Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate, Passes Away at 82
- Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman from Connecticut, who came close to winning the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and nearly became running mate to Republican John McCain eight years later, has passed away.
- Lieberman passed away in New York City as a result of complications following a fall.
- His advocacy for issues such as gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes often earned him praise from many liberals, despite causing discontent among Democrats due to his independent stance and provocations towards Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 campaign.
- Renowned for his firm foreign policy perspectives, pro-defense inclinations, and robust support for environmental matters, Lieberman was instrumental in the legislative efforts leading to the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.
Another State Dept. Official Makes Public Exit to Protest U.S. Support for Israeli Genocide
democracynow.org/2024/3/28/headlines/another_state_dept_official_makes_public_exit_to_protest_us_support_for_israeli_genocide
Benjamin Netanyahu Is Israel’s Worst Prime Minister Ever: One man’s ambition has undermined Israel’s security and consumed its politics.
theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/03/benjamin-netanyahu-worst-prime-minister-israel-history/677887/
Half of Russian-made chips are defective: Baikal struggles to meet Russia's demand
tomshardware.com/pc-components/cpus/half-of-russian-made-chips-are-defective-baikal-struggles-to-meet-russias-demand
Philippine president warns of countermeasures in response to Chinese aggression at sea
apnews.com/article/philippines-marcos-south-china-sea-disputes-6b50cbdb481a5fa1896b95aa0b2921d5
Budget watchdog warns US could suffer market shock over national debt: Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Phillip Swagel warned the United States could ...
thehill.com/business/budget/4560301-budget-watchdog-warns-us-could-suffer-market-shock-over-national-debt/
Ukraine foreign minister arrives in New Delhi to boost ties with India: Ukraine's foreign minister has arrived in New Delhi for a two-day visit to boost ...
apnews.com/article/india-ukraine-foreign-minister-russia-modi-zelenskyy-putin-9fb1954fc84debfa42eb46b4672900a8
The newly appointed Minister of State for trade, industry and cooperatives (trade), Gen Wilson Mbadi has handed over the office of the Chief of Defence Forces ... Show more
Three killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv calls for more weapons: Russia attacks areas in eastern and southern Ukraine in retaliation for fatal ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/27/three-killed-in-russian-attacks-on-ukraine-as-kyiv-calls-for-more-weapons
Quick Glance: Fatal Russian Assaults on Ukraine and Appeal for Arms
- Russia targets areas in eastern and southern Ukraine in response to deadly bombings in the Russian border regions.
- At least three individuals lost their lives in the Russian assaults in northeastern and southern Ukraine, prompting Kyiv to request additional Patriot air defense systems.
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukraine's allies to hasten the delivery of warplanes and Patriot air defense systems in light of the increased missile attacks.
Canada clocks fastest population growth in 66 years in 2023: Canada's population touched a record high of 40.77 million in 2023, largely driven by temporary ...
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Quick Glance: Canada's Population Growth Soars to Highest Rate Since 1957
- Canada's population grew by 3.2 percent in 2023 to reach 40,769,890 residents, the highest rate since 1957.
- Quebec saw the most significant growth in absolute numbers, while Alberta and Prince Edward Island reported the highest growth rates.
- The majority of population growth in Canada and Quebec came from immigration, with Quebec experiencing the largest increase in temporary residents.
- Ontario's population increased by 3.4 percent despite losing residents to other provinces, while Alberta had the highest population growth due to immigration.
How Faeser wants to combat disinformation: Federal Interior Minister Faeser has decided to do more to combat disinformation. An early detection unit is to be set ...
tagesschau.de/inland/innenpolitik/faeser-desinformation-100.html
Are US-South Africa ties at breaking point over Israel’s war on Gaza?: A US bill is calling to reassess US-South Africa relations, pointing to tensions amid the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/28/are-us-south-africa-ties-at-breaking-point-over-israels-war-on-gaza
“Uniform and understandable language”: Hesse prohibits gender in administration: After Bavaria, the CDU-led government in Hesse also forbids administrative ...
spiegel.de/panorama/hessen-verbietet-gendern-in-der-verwaltung-a-6b1fc644-897b-4df4-a551-b97364588728
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine as ties improve: China says it will lift tariffs placed on Australian wine over three years ago ...
apnews.com/article/australia-wine-china-tariffs-penalties-ac155e732d4b882dce4f1663a01ae4c4
Princess Aiko visits Emperor Jinmu's tomb in Nara: The 22-year-old princess made a Shinto ritual offering at the tomb of Japan's mythical first Emperor to report ...
japantimes.co.jp/news/2024/03/28/japan/princess-aiko-visits-emperor-jinmus-tomb/
Africa Live: Deadly cyclone hits northern Madagascar - BBC News: At least six people have died with some of them having drowned in floodwaters - and other ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Court Sentences Former Liberian Rebel Leader to 30 Years - BBC News
- Police in Togo dispersed an opposition press conference convened to discuss a controversial constitutional reform. Concerns exist that shifting from a presidential to a parliamentary system could lead to the long-standing President, Faure Gnassingbe, staying in power indefinitely.
- Uganda's President, Yoweri Museveni, formally inaugurated the nation's inaugural interest-free commercial Islamic bank. This financial institution is expected to play a substantial role in advancing the country's financial sector.
- A South African entrepreneur has been implicated in the murder of renowned rapper AKA. Allegedly, the individual transferred a significant sum of money to one of the current suspects on trial for the rapper's homicide.
- A French court commuted the life sentence of former Liberian rebel leader Kunti Kamara to 30 years. He was convicted of crimes against humanity and violence against civilians during Liberia's civil war.
Youngkin vetoes Virginia assault weapons ban, signs 2 gun control measures: Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) vetoed an assault weapons ban that passed the state ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4560487-youngkin-vetoes-virginia-assault-weapons-ban-signs-two-gun-control-measures/
Quick Glance: Youngkin signs 2 gun control measures in Virginia
- Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin vetoed an assault weapons ban passed by the state Legislature and instead signed two more limited gun regulations into law.
- Youngkin signed laws banning gun trigger switches that can make firearms fire automatically and allowing criminal charges against parents who allow children access to weapons deemed threats.
- While praised by gun control activists, they urge him to do more, emphasizing that the work does not stop here.
- The signing of the two gun control bills by Youngkin is seen as a step in the right direction, showing that America's gun violence crisis does not have to be accepted as inevitable.
Man sentenced to 11 months in prison for voicemail threats to Nancy Pelosi, Alejandro Mayorkas: DOJ
abcnews.go.com/Politics/man-sentenced-voicemail-threats-pelosi-mayorkas/story
Alabama Democrat Wins Special Election Running on Abortion and IVF Access: Marilyn Lands flipped a State House seat in the deep-red state by 25 percentage points ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/27/us/politics/alabama-democrat-special-election-ivf.html
Quick Glance: IVF Ruling and Abortion Debate in Alabama Election
- As the Alabama election approaches, candidates focus on abortion and in vitro fertilization (IVF), with Republicans reinforcing support for IVF and Democrats opposing abortion restrictions.
- Democrats strategically highlight reproductive issues post Roe v. Wade overturn, viewing the Alabama race as a pivotal test for their stance on abortion.
- Despite voter resonance on reproductive issues, the election outcome is not expected to significantly alter Republican dominance in the state legislature, but would symbolically mark a notable win for Democrats.
- The stark divide in candidate strategies underscores the ongoing debate over reproductive rights, shaping the battleground district's electoral landscape with high stakes for both parties.
Woman in Britain mistakes hat pom-pom for ‘baby hedgehog’, takes it to hospital: She was concerned that it “hadn’t moved or pooped all night” despite being given ...
straitstimes.com/world/europe/woman-in-britain-mistakes-hat-pom-pom-for-baby-hedgehog-takes-it-to-hospital
State Dept. human rights staffer quits over Biden’s Gaza policy: The protest resignation of Annelle Sheline, a foreign affairs officer in the Bureau of Democracy ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/27/gaza-state-department-resignation-dissent/
Quick Glance: Resignation Due to US Support for Israel
- A senior official at the State Department resigned in protest against the almost impossible promotion of human rights due to US support for Israel's war in Gaza.
- Annelle Sheline, aged 38, announced her resignation while still in the middle of her two-year contract with the US Department of State as a foreign affairs officer in the Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor.
- Initially hesitant to publicly announce her resignation, Sheline was encouraged by colleagues opposing US support for Israel's actions in Gaza.
- These resignations are the latest in a series of public protests against the Biden administration's support for Israel, leading to internal turmoil within the US State Department.
Netanyahu says civilians in Rafah can 'just move' away from an Israeli ground invasion
pbs.org/newshour/world/netanyahu-says-civilians-in-rafah-can-just-move-away-from-an-israeli-ground-invasion
UN chief calls for slavery reparations: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for slavery reparations over the transatlantic slave trade ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4559692-un-chief-slavery-reparations/
Chaotic conditions in the ministry: Court of Auditors massively criticizes the procurement of masks by Jens Spahn
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/corona-maskenaffaere-rechnungshof-kritisiert-jens-spahns-maskenbeschaffung-a-e9b16a1a-69fd-44a5-86e2-05527ea8132c
#ArvindKejriwalArrested | The US State Department had said on Monday that it is closely following reports on Kejriwal’s arrest and encouraged a “fair ... Show more
Harris faces uphill battle to secure Independents’ support in key taoiseach vote: Several Independent TDs who have previously supported the government have ...
businesspost.ie/news/simon-harris-faces-uphill-battle-to-secure-independents-support-for-key-taoiseach-vote/
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“Quite often factually incorrect”: Historian’s fire letter attacks Scholz’s Ukraine course
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Historiker-Brandbrief-greift-Scholz-Ukraine-Kurs-an-article24837108.html
President William Ruto flags off the 2024 WRC Safari Rally at KICC taking place from March 28-31 in Naivasha; Kenyans urged to turn up in large numbers to ... Show more
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