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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Quick Glance: Significant Donations for Biden at Election Fundraiser in NYC
- A fundraising event for President Joe Biden in New York City, featuring Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, raised an impressive $25 million, setting a record for the highest fundraising amount for a political gathering, according to his campaign.
- The upcoming event at Radio City Music Hall will serve as a prominent highlight following a recent series of campaign travels by the president. Biden's visits to various political battlegrounds in the weeks since his State of the Union address have emphasized his bid for reelection. Furthermore, the event will bring together more than thirty years of Democratic leadership.
- With varying levels of access based on donors' generosity, the event will feature a significant aspect, an on-stage discussion among the three presidents, moderated by late-night host Stephen Colbert. Additionally, a lineup of musical talents, including Queen Latifah, Lizzo, Ben Platt, Cynthia Erivo, and Lea Michele, will be hosted by actress Mindy Kaling. Attendance is expected to be high, with ticket prices starting as low as $225.
- The support of Obama and Clinton is assisting Biden in further strengthening his substantial financial lead over Trump. As of the end of February, Biden had $155 million in available funds, in contrast to Trump's $37 million and his Save America political action committee.
#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.
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.
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 ...
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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.
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
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 ...
n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Post-fliegt-keine-Briefe-mehr-durch-Deutschland-article24836831.html
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.
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
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 ...
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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.
Chinese leader Xi issues a positive message at a meeting with US business leaders as ties improve
apnews.com/article/china-us-trade-economy-xi-jinping-62568f1f1ba1f5d722e0e7795bb0bac6
Quick Glance: Chinese Leader Xi Warns Against Technology Restrictions
- Chinese President Xi Jinping told Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte that attempts to restrict China’s access to technology will not hinder the country’s progress.
- In 2023, the Netherlands imposed export licensing requirements on machinery used to make advanced processor chips.
- Xi cautioned against scientific and technological barriers that could lead to division and confrontation.
- Rutte emphasized the importance of protecting ASML's interests while acknowledging that national security takes precedence over economic interests.
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/
ON SECOND THOUGHT: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen appeared to walk back comments Biden made about the federal government footing the bill for ... Show more
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
Biden campaign tests waters on Trump’s financial woes: President Biden’s reelection campaign has grown more aggressive in its mocking of former President Trump’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/4558031-biden-campaign-tests-waters-on-trumps-financial-woes/
Quick Glance: Election 2024: Biden tours swing states, Trump fundraises and golfs
- Biden is touring the country and visiting swing states, while Trump remains mainly in Florida.
- Trump is struggling with money shortages and legal issues, focusing on donors.
- Biden emphasizes his activity to dispel concerns about his age, while Trump engages in fundraising and golf.
- Both sides project confidence as they try to highlight the weaknesses of the opponent.
RKI protocols: Göring-Eckardt warns against “misuse” of Corona processing: “Not everything was wrong, not everything was right,” says Bundestag Vice President ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/inland/goering-eckardt-warnt-vor-missbrauch-von-corona-aufarbeitung-19617171.html
Kate ‘battling much more than cancer’: COMMENT
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/royals/kate-middleton-battling-much-more-than-cancer/news-story/e836fbceb99fac03b2bb6d7062479e80
Too little stimulus for the economy: SPD leader Klingbeil sees Germany on the "completely wrong track" with the debt brake
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/spd-chef-klingbeil-sieht-deutschland-bei-schuldenbremse-auf-voellig-falschem-weg-a-db59242b-c6e7-417c-8649-ead8fe79ba1e
US looks to reboot aluminium sector with a new smelter: The U.S. is going to build its first primary aluminium smelter in 45 years.
reuters.com/markets/commodities/us-looks-reboot-aluminium-sector-with-new-smelter-2024-03-27/
There is sheer fear in Berlin - these "traffic light" exit scenarios are being played out
focus.de/politik/analyse-von-wolfram-weimer-in-berlin-herrscht-blanke-angst-diese-ampel-aus-szenarien-werden-durchgespielt_id_259801597.html
U.N. chief calls for slavery reparations to overcome ‘generations of discrimination’
nbcnews.com/news/nbcblk/un-chief-calls-slavery-reparations-overcome-generations-discrimination-rcna145218
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.
Federal Minister of Economics: Habeck speaks out in favor of an EU Commissioner for Defense
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/bundeswirtschaftsminister-robert-habeck-spricht-sich-fuer-eu-verteidigungskommissar-aus-a-f3b76c8b-2f7c-4df2-a994-af59d3de4f1b
Speaker Anita Among has protested the move by Ministry of Finance to slash Parliament’s budget by 50%, with MPs describing the decision as humiliating and ... Show more
Corona: Lindner calls for a commission of inquiry in the Bundestag: Federal Ministers Robert Habeck of the Greens and Christian Lindner of the FDP believe that a ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article250764378/Corona-Lindner-fordert-Enquete-Kommission-im-Bundestag.html
Lauterbach now has to explain €45 million problem due to vaccination campaign: An expensive vaccination campaign by the Ministry of Health under Karl Lauterbach ...
focus.de/politik/deutschland/auch-verwirrung-um-agentur-wegen-impfkampagne-muss-lauterbach-jetzt-45-millionen-euro-problem-erklaeren_id_259801273.html
Stagnation in Germany: researchers predict only 0.1 percent growth: "The economy in Germany is struggling", say the leading German economic institutes in their ...
faz.net/aktuell/wirtschaft/wirtschaft-in-deutschland-nur-noch-0-1-prozent-wachstum-vorausgesagt-19615014.html
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.
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Monday disclosed that it sold $10,000 to each Bureau De Change operators at a rate of N1,251 per U.S. dollar ... Show more
One of Africa’s largest airlines, Kenya Airways, made an operating profit in 2023 – the first time since 2017.
Part of the reason for the success was a more ... Show more
Africa Live this week: 25-31 March 2024 - BBC News: Bringing you the latest news from around Africa at bbc.com/africalive.
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Quick Glance: Africa News: 25-31 March 2024
- Six people found guilty of the murder of politician Chokri Belaid after a decade-long wait
- Kenya Airways reports an operating profit for the first time since 2017
- Cocoa prices hit a record high due to harvest failures caused by droughts
- Ugandan government instructs all civil servants to exercise weekly for health benefits
BoE warns of risks to UK businesses from private equity bubble: Officials escalate warnings about leverage, transparency and valuations
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Quick Glance: Bank of England monitors private equity and bank valuations
- The Bank of England is examining the risks of the opaque private equity sector and the subdued valuations of Britain's main banks compared to international competitors.
- The Bank will conduct a 'desk based' stress test of lenders this year to assess their resilience to shocks.
- The Bank plans to assess the resilience of financial firms and market infrastructure such as payment, clearing, and settlement systems against cyber attacks, IT glitches, and other disruptions with set deadlines.
Diddy's lawyers say feds used 'military-level force' in home raids: A day after Homeland Security Investigations officials descended on Sean Combs' Miami and Los ...
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Quick Glance: Firearms Discovered at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' L.A. and Miami Properties, Sources Say
- During searches of Sean 'Diddy' Combs' properties in Los Angeles and Miami, federal agents found firearms, as confirmed by three informed sources on Tuesday. Homeland Security Investigations executed search warrants from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York on Monday and confiscated the music mogul's phones in Miami before his planned trip to the Bahamas. According to a source familiar with the matter, Combs is under a federal criminal investigation due to multiple lawsuits filed against him in recent months.
- Reportedly, Combs has been involved in numerous civil lawsuits since November, following a lawsuit from his former romantic partner Cassie, who accused him of physical and sexual abuse over several years. Combs has denied each of the sexual assault allegations, calling them 'sickening.' In February, a former employee who worked for Combs from September 2022 to November 2023 filed a lawsuit alleging sexual harassment, drugging, and threats.
- The cases are ongoing, and Combs has maintained his denial of the allegations. A man arrested on drug charges at a Miami airport on Monday is said to be an associate of Combs. Brendan Paul, 25, was arrested at the Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport on suspicion of possessing suspected cocaine and suspected marijuana candy. Court records indicated that Paul was released on bond on Tuesday.
One of Africa’s largest airlines, Kenya Airways, made an operating profit in 2023 – the first time since 2017.
Part of the reason for the success was a more ... Show more
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.
Son of Guinea-Bissau's ex-president jailed in US for trafficking drugs to fund coup
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China's WZ-7 High-Altitude Drone Makes First Known Flight Over Sea Of Japan: The WZ-7 joined-wing drone very possibly flew through Russian or North Korean ...
twz.com/air/first-known-chinese-wz-7-high-altitude-drone-flight-over-sea-of-japan
For first time, Naperville ranks No. 1 on Niche’s annual best cities in America list
chicagotribune.com/2024/03/26/naperville-best-city-to-live-in-united-states-niche-2024-ranking/
King Charles III will attend Easter Sunday service in his first major appearance since diagnosis
apnews.com/article/britain-royals-charles-camilla-f690b5ae3c4de647f684b5c405ec8a13
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs bill that bans children under 14 from having social media accounts
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Quick Glance: Florida's Legislation Limits Social Media Access for Minors
- Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs bill prohibiting social media use for children under 14.
- Supporters aim to safeguard children's mental health, while critics argue against potential infringement on free speech.
- The law mandates social media platforms to delete accounts of minors and conduct third-party age verification.
- Several other states have implemented comparable regulations, with Meta opposing the law citing privacy concerns.
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 Togo have adopted a new constitution that will see the country shift from a presidential to a parliamentary system of governance ... Show more
Africa Live this week: 25-31 March 2024 - BBC News: Bringing you the latest news from around Africa at bbc.com/africalive.
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Ethiopian bank suffers multimillion-dollar loss due to technical issue
- South Africa: Court rejects ANC's request to deregister Zuma's party
- Ethiopian bank loses over $14 million due to technical glitch
- Rwanda passes law to preserve forests
- South Africa demands German company SAP to repay $26 million
A cartoon by Asher Perlman. #NewYorkerCartoons See more from this week’s issue: www.newyorker.com/gallery/cartoons-from-the-april-1-2024-issue
Citizen's income on "Hart aber fair": "They want to turn the welfare state into a land of milk and honey"
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Judge overseeing NY hush money trial imposes gag order on Trump: The New York judge overseeing former President Trump’s hush money trial imposed a gag order on ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4557435-judge-overseeing-ny-hush-money-trial-imposes-gag-order-on-trump/
Quick Glance: Restriction on Statements in New York Criminal Case against Trump
- A judge imposes a restriction on statements about Trump in the New York criminal case involving hush money.
- Public comments on witnesses and court staff are prohibited.
- The necessity of silence around Trump is emphasized due to his attacks on involved parties.
- Trump faces multiple charges, pleads not guilty, and alleges political motivations behind the cases.
Chinese Communist Party-Backed Businessman in Fiji is a Top Australian Criminal Target - OCCRP
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Quick Glance: Chinese Businessman in Fiji Targeted by Australian Authorities
- Zhao Fugang is seen as a trusted advocate for China's interests in Fiji, but Australian authorities suspect he also plays a leading role in organized crime.
- Zhao is alleged to be a member of a syndicate involved in drug smuggling, money laundering, and human trafficking.
- Australian authorities have shared intelligence on Zhao with Fiji to urge local authorities to take action against him.
- Inclusion of Zhao in the list of Australian Priority Organization Targets is based on intelligence and not proof of wrongdoing.
Climate change driving up inflation in food prices: Study: Rising global temperatures are associated with inflation in food prices, both in regions that are ...
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4554700-climate-change-driving-up-inflation-in-food-prices-study/
We have Wayne Brown’s texts to the boss of AT. They’re exactly what you’d expect: 'WTF is this?' wrote Wayne Brown on September 14 last year ...
thespinoff.co.nz/politics/27-03-2024/we-have-wayne-browns-texts-to-the-boss-of-at-theyre-exactly-what-youd-expect
Trump seethes after New York trial set for April 15: Former President Trump fumed Monday over his legal troubles after a New York judge scheduled an April 15 ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4554475-trump-new-york-trial-april-15/
Middlemen Push Up Prices As Gazans Struggle To Survive - OCCRP: A broken and exploited system where money is skimmed at every point in the commercial supply ...
occrp.org/en/investigations/middlemen-push-up-prices-as-gazans-struggle-to-survive
SWIFT planning launch of new central bank digital currency platform in 12-24 months
reuters.com/business/finance/swift-planning-launch-new-central-bank-digital-currency-platform-12-24-months-2024-03-25/
Ex-oil and gas workers push geothermal power forward in Texas: Texas has become an early hot spot for geothermal energy exploration as scores of former oil ...
texastribune.org/2024/03/26/texas-geothermal-energy-oil-and-gas/
Sean Combs’s Homes in L.A. and Miami Raided by Federal Agents: In response to questions about Mr. Combs’s residences, Homeland Security Investigations said the ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/arts/music/diddy-sean-combs-home-raided.html
Quick Glance: Feds search Diddy Combs' properties in sex trafficking probe
- Federal Homeland Security Investigations agents searched Sean 'Diddy' Combs' properties in Los Angeles and Miami as part of an ongoing sex trafficking investigation.
- It remains unclear if Combs was the target of the investigation, and federal authorities in New York have not publicly commented on the specifics.
- Several sexual assault lawsuits have been filed against Combs, including allegations of coercion into prostitution and sexual abuse.
- The entertainment industry continues to grapple with allegations of sexual misconduct, with high-profile figures like Harvey Weinstein and R. Kelly facing convictions for rape and abuse.
White House vows to repeal GOP-led ban on Pride flags over U.S. embassies: A provision in the $1.2 trillion government funding bill effectively bans nonofficial ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/25/pride-flags-spending-bill/
Japan approves plan to sell fighter jets to other nations: Japan’s Cabinet has approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it’s developing ...
apnews.com/article/japan-fighter-jet-plan-military-uk-italy-48e8f39c549232fe13ed67ddff0bfac4
Quick Glance: Japan Approves Sale of Fighter Jets to Other Nations
- Japan’s Cabinet on Tuesday approved a plan to sell future next-generation fighter jets that it’s developing with Britain and Italy to other countries, moving away from its postwar pacifist principles.
- The decision to allow international arms sales aims to secure Japan’s role in the joint fighter jet project, build up the Japanese arms industry, and bolster its global security involvement.
- Japan is collaborating with Italy and the U.K. to develop an advanced fighter jet to replace its aging fleet, with the goal of exporting lethal weapons it coproduces for the first time.
- The approval to sell fighter jets comes with a revision in Japan’s arms equipment guidelines, permitting the export of coproduced lethal weapons to countries beyond project partners, aiming to defray development costs and enhance Japan's defense industry.
Israeli embassy told to take down 'completely unacceptable' Facebook post about Palestine: Shanmugam
channelnewsasia.com/singapore/israel-embassy-singapore-palestine-facebook-post-shanmugam-4219541
Poverty situation in Germany remains mixed: 2022 was the year of rapid inflation. However, according to the poverty report by the Paritätischer Gesamtverband ...
tagesschau.de/inland/gesellschaft/armut-inflation-100.html
What's next for Kate Middleton, Prince William and their kids after cancer diagnosis
goodmorningamerica.com/culture/story/kate-middleton-prince-william-kids-after-cancer-diagnosis-108506590
Quick Glance: British Royal Family Left with Only 9 Working Members
- Kate Middleton and King Charles have announced cancer treatments and temporarily stepped back from royal duties.
- The royal family now consists mainly of older members who are taking on responsibilities.
- Prince William is supporting his wife and taking on duties while King Charles and others are absent.
- The royal family is in a vulnerable position, relying on few working members who are mostly in their 70s and 80s.
'Collapse of Political Ambition': EU Shelves Nature Restoration Law: "To let this go now means we go into European elections saying the European system is ...
commondreams.org/news/eu-nature-restoration-law
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/
Florida governor signs law restricting social media access for children: Florida Republican Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law banning children under ...
cnn.com/2024/03/25/tech/florida-social-media-law-age/
Taiwan receipt lottery reveals winning numbers for January, February: Winning number for NT$10 million Special Prize is 16620962
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Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, lift Biden's prospects: The U.S. Federal Reserve looks on track to cut interest rates as the presidential campaign season ...
reuters.com/markets/us/federal-reserve-expected-cut-rates-lift-bidens-prospects-2024-03-25/
This new GPU will power the next era of #computing .
Learn more from the Forum’s Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution: www.weforum.org/agenda/2024/03/physical-tech-wrapper-22-march/ NVIDIA AI
‘Waiting for a call from Daddy’: Sri Lankans die in Russia’s Ukraine war: At least two Sri Lankans have been killed fighting for Russia in Ukraine ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/3/26/waiting-for-a-call-from-daddy-sri-lankans-die-in-ukraine-for-both-sides
Kara Swisher says Musk ‘subtle as a brick’ with Trump support: Tech journalist Kara Swisher said in a Sunday interview that Elon Musk is as “subtle as a brick” ...
thehill.com/policy/technology/4554016-kara-swisher-says-musk-subtle-as-a-brick-with-trump-support/
Whatever Jeremy Hunt thinks, £100k is by any measure a high income: Median salary is estimated to be just above £35,000 and anything higher than £81 ...
theguardian.com/money/2024/mar/24/despite-what-jeremy-hunt-thinks-high-income-salary
Quick Glance: Jeremy Hunt's View on £100k Income & Financial Realities
- Jeremy Hunt's perception of £100,000 as a high income contrasts with the national median of £35,000, placing it significantly above average.
- Even in affluent areas like Godalming and Ash, where Hunt is campaigning, the median income of £56,606 shifts the perspective on six-figure salaries.
- Hunt's remarks were deemed inappropriate by experts as data shows many households are struggling due to living costs, including those in higher income brackets.
- New tax and benefit regulations for higher incomes could lead to unexpected financial burdens, as the offer of free childcare for parents earning over £100,000 is limited.
North Korea says Japan's prime minister proposed summit with leader Kim Jong Un: North Korea says Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has proposed a summit ...
apnews.com/article/north-korea-japan-kim-kishida-81d36cc5ceb3373d7468245859602ce2
Quick Glance: Japanese PM Offers to Meet Kim Jong Un, Conditions Pose Challenges
- North Korea states that Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida proposed a meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un 'as soon as possible,' contingent on Tokyo's stance towards North Korea's weapons program and past abductions of Japanese nationals.
- Kishida emphasizes the importance of a meeting with Kim to address the abduction issue, but North Korea's preconditions make a Kim-Kishida summit unlikely.
- Kim Yo Jong, Kim Jong Un's sister, highlights the need for Japan to make political decisions aligned with its overall interests to enhance bilateral relations and regional peace.
- Experts suggest that a potential meeting could benefit both North Korea and Japan, with North Korea aiming to strengthen its position and Japan considering potential economic assistance if ties normalize.
Ever louder calls for corona recovery: Most recently, even Christian Drosten called for a political reappraisal of the coronavirus years ...
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UAE Health Council discusses strategies to upgrade health sector, enhance competitiveness of UAE
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Corporate Transparency Ruling Complicates Campaign to Register Business Owners: The Treasury Department says it will continue to collect ownership information as ...
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Kit controversy and Harry Kane out as England gear up for Brazil clash: England are expected to beat the five-time World Cup winners at Wembley on Saturday ...
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Quick Glance: Nike Sparks Controversy with New England Soccer Kit
- Nike unveiled the England soccer team's new kits for the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament, sparking controversy over one detail that has led to calls for change.
- The change in colors of the St. George Cross on the new football kit caused uproar among fans, leading to calls to boycott the sports manufacturer and criticism from politicians.
- Political figures like Prime Minister Sunak and Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer expressed criticism towards the design changes, while fans on social media showed both support and opposition to the new kit.
- Reactions to the new England soccer kit varied from demands to revert the changes to questioning whether the debate was exaggerated in light of other pressing issues. Political leaders like Keir Starmer and Emily Thornberry also voiced their disapproval of the design alterations.
Biden signs $1.2T funding package after shutdown threat ends: President Joe Biden has signed a $1.2 trillion package of spending bills that Congress just passed ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Funding Legislation
- The Senate approved the bill after facing hours of deadlock on funding for most of the government for the upcoming six months.
- President Joe Biden officially endorsed a $1.2 trillion spending package following the United States Congress's recent passage of the overdue legislation, thus eliminating the risk of a partial government shutdown.
- As per reports from the White House, Biden finalized the legislation at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. The Senate, under Democratic leadership, voted 74-24 shortly after the funding lapsed for three-quarters of the government at midnight.
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OPINION: The former Neighbours star has become an unlikely outspoken figure for the populist right wing of Britain and she shows no signs of stopping ... Show more
Weakened House GOP majority reckons with Johnson’s leadership: Spending bill passes with Democratic support, sparking familiar Republican complaints with ...
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Quick Glance: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Moves to Oust Speaker Mike Johnson
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, refraining from forcing an immediate vote on his removal.
- The motion was submitted as the House voted to prevent a government shutdown.
- The motion requires a simple majority vote to remove the speaker and won't be addressed until after the House returns on April 9.
- Some Republican members opposed removing Johnson as speaker due to concerns about potentially ending up with a Democratic speaker.
Podcast series "Putin's Rise" - Episode 3: The return of terror and Putin's Ukraine complex
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“Respect the American people, their common sense, to figure out what's accurate, what isn't… I think the American people are smart,” says Rep. Jim Jordan. www.cbsnews.com/news/scotus-grapples-with-online-first-amendment-rights-as-social-media-teems-with-misinformation-60-minutes-transcript/
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