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Nessel levels charges against two GOP political fundraisers in campaign against Whitmer
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Gov. Whitmer strikes 1931 abortion ban from Michigan constitution: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation Wednesday repealing Michigan's abortion ...
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Quick Glance: Idaho is the first state to prohibit interstate abortion travel.
- House Bill 242, which was signed by Gov.
- BOISE, Idaho (AP) – Without parental consent, assisting a child in traveling to another state for an abortion will be a felony in Idaho beginning next month, pending a successful judicial challenge.
- "Rather, the 'abortion trafficking' provision of the bill seeks only to prevent unemancipated minor girls from being taken across state lines for an abortion without the knowledge and consent of her parent or guardian,"abortion trafficking" provision seeks only to prevent unemancipated minor girls from being taken across state lines for abortions without the knowledge and consent of her parent or guardian," Little wrote.
- House Bill 242 provides an affirmative defense to prosecution — the ability to provide evidence in court that disproves an allegation — if a "parent or guardian of the pregnant minor consented to trafficking of the minor."
Michigan becomes first state in decades to repeal 'right-to-work' law: Michigan has become the first state in decades to repeal a "right-to-work" law. Gov ...
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Whitmer plans to sign right-to-work repeal despite referendum promise: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has previously vowed to veto all policy bills that include ...
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NEW: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has won reelection to another term, The Associated Press reports. to.pbs.org/3WL6ZOO
Michigan governor debate: Whitmer says Tudor Dixon is "dangerous": "Do you really think books are more dangerous than guns?"
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A Michigan judge ruled that county prosecutors cannot enforce a near-total abortion ban on the books since 1931, finding in favor of Democratic Gov ... Show more https://abcn.ws/3QTqaCq
As Democrats struggle elsewhere, abortion shapes a governor’s race in Mich.: As the election campaign nears an end, there is a simultaneous push to enshrine the ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2022/11/03/michigan-abortion-whitmer-dixon/
Results: Michigan votes to protect abortion rights, Proposal 3: Michiganders voted to add language to the state constitution that protects the right to make ...
businessinsider.com/results-michigan-proposal-3-constitutional-right-to-reproductive-care-2022-11
After Roe, high stakes for Michigan ballot measure to protect abortion rights: The latest front in the U.S. war over abortion was waged last week during an ...
reuters.com/world/us/after-roe-high-stakes-michigan-ballot-measure-protect-abortion-rights-2022-07-03/
Melania Trump announces push to woo gay conservatives during Mar-a-Lago fundraiser, organizer says
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Ukraine War: Zelenskiy Says Aid Gives Ukraine the Means to Retake Initiative: New US support gives Ukraine the potential to retake the initiative in its fight ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-21/ukraine-war-zelenskiy-says-aid-gives-ukraine-the-means-to-retake-initiative
Ecuador violence: Ecuadorians approve referendum measures to toughen fight against gangs
apnews.com/article/ecuador-referendum-gangs-noboa-85cf4190ba1bdd6028ff78180340499f
At 120 metres long, this aircraft is almost twice the size of a jumbo jet.
The World Economic Forum’s Airports of Tomorrow Initiative is advancing aviation ... Show more initiatives.weforum.org/airports-of-tomorrow/home
Watch: Ajman Police walk in rainwater to proactively issue car damage reports: Officers take photos, fill forms and send loss and damage certificates to ...
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Gov. Whitmer says officeholders' secret fundraising 'ripe for scrutiny': "I'm always eager to see if we can improve a system so that people can have a better ...
detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/22/gretchen-whitmer-says-officeholders-secret-fundraising-ripe-for-scrutiny-lee-chatfield/73413593007/
North Kosovo Serbs boycott referendum on removing ethnic Albanian mayors: Most Serbs in volatile north Kosovo boycotted a local referendum on Sunday on whether ...
reuters.com/world/europe/north-kosovo-serbs-boycott-referendum-removing-ethnic-albanian-mayors-2024-04-21/
Slovaks raise over €3 million for ammunition for Ukraine: Slovak citizens who are unhappy about the policy of Robert Fico’s government towards Ukraine have ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452382/
Ecuadorians head to polls for referendum as Noboa seeks backing for war on crime: More than 13 million Ecuadorians head to the polls Sunday for a referendum ...
cnn.com/2024/04/21/americas/ecuador-referendum-noboa-crime-intl-latam/
Quick Glance: Ecuadorean President Noboa seeks support for security measures in upcoming vote
- Ecuador's President Daniel Noboa is aiming for voter support for a range of security measures in a national referendum on Sunday to address the increasing violence that has garnered international attention.
- Noboa is urging voters to support joint police-military patrols, the extradition of wanted criminals, longer sentences for terrorism and murder, and other crimes to combat the rising violence attributed to drug gangs.
- Opinion polls suggest that voters are likely to support Noboa, 36, in the 11-question referendum, despite potential dampening of support due to recent power outages. Passing five of the measures would lead to constitutional modifications.
- Over the past decade, cocaine-smuggling gangs have spread across every corner of Latin America, transforming once peaceful nations like Ecuador into new battlefields, as indicated by security officials and diplomats.
🇳🇴Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has announced that the country will financially contribute to the initiative to provide Ukraine with additional air ... Show more
Ecuador leftists will back security reforms but oppose government, former president says
reuters.com/world/americas/ecuador-security-changes-will-need-legislative-support-government-says-2024-04-22/
#MissionSustainability | Abhinav Upadhyay, CMO, CollegeDekho, emphasises the importance of organisations taking the initiative towards achieving sustainability ... Show more missionsustainability.in/ #WIONMissionSustainability #NoActionNotAnOption
Thirty minutes of road policing a PR stunt, says GRA: The Garda Representative Association has described as a public relations exercise Garda Commissioner Drew ...
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Romania approves participation in the Black Sea mine clearance initiative: Romanian lawmakers on Monday approved President Klaus Iohannis' proposal for the ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/romania-approves-participation-in-the-black-sea-mine-clearance-initiative/
Quick Glance: Romania's Commitment to Black Sea Mine Clearance Initiative
- Romanian lawmakers approved President Klaus Iohannis' proposal for the country to participate in the Turkish initiative to clear the Black Sea of mines.
- The threat of floating mines laid by both states has increased due to Russia's war of aggression in Ukraine, impacting shipping safety and the population.
- Forming such a task force is Romania's way to enhance regional cooperation with neighboring allies and involve NATO and non-neighboring allies in Black Sea security.
- Romania will engage in MCM Black Sea by deploying a military vessel with MCM capabilities and an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team on board, staffed by up to 85 soldiers.
Bike Scouts shares its initiative to help the San Pedro Mini Animal Shelter, a "community-led effort to rescue and rehome abandoned, abused ... Show more communities.rappler.com/ #RapplerCommunities
GUEST COLUMN: Colorado can lead the way to disagree better: As co-chair of the bipartisan National Governors Association, I am working with Governor Spencer Cox ...
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Ecuador president’s war on crime gets a boost with early referendum results and gang member’s arrest
cnn.com/2024/04/22/americas/ecuador-referendum-results-intl-latam/
Shapiro touts plan to tap sun for 50 percent of power to state agencies by 2027 : A new initiative announced on Monday by Gov. Josh Shapiro provides for 10 solar ...
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🇪🇨 🪖 #Ecuadorians on Sunday voted in a referendum, under the watch of armed #soldiers , which proposed a raft of measures which would allow the government to ramp up its ... Show more #gangs
Tatton Park changes rules on where dogs are allowed in the grounds : A new initiative is being trialled throughout the summer
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Games Go Green: Major studios join PlanetPlay Global ’s Make Green Tuesday Moves initiative to fight climate change
Exclusive in-game items & boosted ... Show more #PassiveActivism www.pocketgamer.biz/interview/83847/games-go-green-major-studios-join-planetplays-make-green-tuesday-moves-initiative-to-fight-climate-change/
Students follow in David Attenborough's footsteps and embrace natural world in Earth Day initiative
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Wall Street Cheers Ecuador Noboa’s Referendum Win: Ecuadorian bonds led gains among emerging-market sovereign peers Monday as traders cheered President Daniel ...
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Reactions after the first Soest referendum: trees saved, democracy too: The initiators of the first Soest referendum are very happy. “This is an encouraging sign ...
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Ecuador leftists will back security reforms but oppose government, former president says
reuters.com/world/americas/ecuador-security-changes-will-need-legislative-support-government-says-2024-04-22/
First batches of ammunition from Czech-led initiative will be in Ukraine in late May or early June – Borrell
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452428/
The fourth edition of “Kuwait Codes,” launched by CODED Academy, held students’ orientation program on Saturday, marking the commencement of its first semester ... Show more #Kuwait #cybersecurity kuwaittimes.com/
Windsor care home residents team up with nursery children to save forgotten recipes
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Before the referendum in Regensburg: a fuss about incorrect data on the city rail flyer
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Arnold Clark makes donation to 24 UK charities: Arnold Clark has donated almost £20,000 to charities across the UK as part of its Change for Charity initiative ...
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Liechtenstein State Hospital: third referendum on new building: The dispute over the Liechtenstein State Hospital never ends. Due to planning errors and ...
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Graubünden parliament approves civil defense construction for 19 million francs: On Monday, the Graubünden Grand Council approved the construction of a new civil ...
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Egypt’s Initiatives for a Sustainable Future on International Mother Earth Day: This year marks the third celebration of Mother Earth Day, which falls on 22 ...
egyptianstreets.com/2024/04/22/egypts-initiatives-for-a-sustainable-future-on-international-mother-earth-day/
#GreenAndBlue : Saudi Arabia’s new economic cities can help reduce waste in manufacturing in line with the Saudi Green Initiative. #EarthDay2024 . https://arab.news/pmssc
SC, USM collaborate to cultivate fintech talents: KUALA LUMPUR: The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC), in collaboration with the Computer Science Society of ...
thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/04/22/sc-usm-collaborate-to-cultivate-fintech-talents
Thousand Lithuanians lose passports each year due to restrictive citizenship law: In the last five years, more than 5,000 Lithuanians have lost their citizenship ...
lrt.lt/en/news-in-english/19/2256330/thousand-lithuanians-lose-passports-each-year-due-to-restrictive-citizenship-law
Jazan mangoes reach Jordan in major agricultural export initiative: Alrowia collaborates with the Jazan Development and Investment Company (JAZADCO) to ensure ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642253
Aman Network: Sharjah launches donation channels for flood-affected residents: Sharjah Social Services Department helps coordinate, channel funds and in-kind ...
gulfnews.com/uae/aman-network-sharjah-launches-donation-channels-for-flood-affected-residents-1.1713771936508
‘Now We Have a Chance to Overtake the Initiative’ – Zelensky Says After Ukrainian Aid Bill Passes in US House
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NGOs donate energy solutions to Kwara tech hub: Akomolafe Foundation and the Governance Advancement Initiative of Nigeria have donated and installed a solar ...
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Visa to launch global innovation programmme 'VEI' in Levant region for first time in June
jordantimes.com/news/business/visa-launch-global-innovation-programmme-vei-levant-region-first-time-june
Hajiji calls for cooperation to eradicate hardcore poverty: KOTA KINABALU: Eradicating hardcore poverty in Sabah would only be possible if those in this category ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/22/hajiji-calls-for-cooperation-to-eradicate-hardcore-poverty
Citizens' decision on the Havel clasp?: What Scharfenberg's Wagenknecht offshoot BfW wants to achieve for Potsdam
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Paid articlePaid FG rolls out 2,700 CNG buses, tricycles May 18: The Presidency has said it is set to launch about 2,700 Compressed Natural Gas-powered buses and tricycles before ...
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New locations, new fuel: wind power plans in Ebersberg Forest "moving forward": Five rotors for the Ebersberg Forest - that's the plan. Although a wind power ...
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Foreign residents in Gwangju to receive medical interpretation service : The Gwangju Metropolitan Government plans to launch a new initiative to introduce ...
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First Movers in Enterprise Generative AI Will Dominate the Market – Here Are the Frontrunners
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Quick Glance: Uncovering the World of AI-Generated Media
- The proliferation of AI-generated images and text is a growing concern on the internet, impacting users more than they realize.
- Experts caution about the impact of synthetic media on decision-making processes and society.
- Despite the potential for beneficial applications of generative AI, the lack of oversight necessitates consumers to verify content authenticity.
- There are techniques to detect fake images and videos, such as identifying details like flawed hand positions, inconsistent eye reflections, and incoherent backgrounds.
Welcome initiative to upgrade ration shops: Welcome initiative to upgrade ration shops
deccanherald.com/opinion/editorial/welcome-initiative-to-upgrade-ration-shops-2988170
Ecuador votes in referendum to toughen fight against gangs behind surging violence
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The Revolving Capital Fund and managed by the SKM, is an initiative by the government to help address the nation’s food supply and security.
World Bank Group aims to enhance health services for 1.5 billion individualsRead more: www.dailynewsegypt.com/2024/04/20/world-bank-group-aims-to-enhance-health-services-for-1-5-billion-individuals/
CODED Academy empowering next generation of innovators | kuwaittimes: CODED Academy empowering next generation of innovators - Kuwait - KUWAIT: The fourth ...
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J.C. Penney launches new plan to save customers up to $500 million
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UPLB's College of Forestry launches nationwide greening initiative on Earth Day 2024
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Sharjah Social Services Launches 'Safety Network' to Support Weather-Affected Individuals
emirates247.com/uae/sharjah-social-services-launches-safety-network-to-support-weather-affected-individuals-2024-04-21-1.731547
Local organisation to benefit from a $60 million to support for health equity in Kenya
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WA ballot initiatives: Pro and con campaigns gear up to woo WA voters: OLYMPIA — How much should Washington tax the rich?
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/21/wa-ballot-initiatives-pro-and-con-campaigns-gear-up-to-woo-wa-voters/
Families take the plunge in annual Swim for Clean Seas in Abu Dhabi: Founded in 2018, the initiative aims to raise awareness about ocean pollution
thenationalnews.com/lifestyle/2024/04/21/swim-for-clean-seas-abu-dhabi-2024/
Supply chain law in Europe: Switzerland does not supply: The EU will soon have a supply chain law - Switzerland is lagging behind. Now a popular initiative is to ...
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Editorial: Lansing's financial disclosure rules still lack teeth: Michigan residents deserve accountability and transparency from their state government ...
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Rakolta, who I interviewed during a presentation in Novi last week, says he is surprised by how quickly Whitmer's growth plan was forgotten.
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KKB by-election will be a referendum of Madani govt, says Muhyiddin: BUKIT FRASER: The coming Kuala Kubu Baharu by-election on May 11 will serve as a referendum ...
thestar.com.my/news/nation/2024/04/21/kkb-by-election-will-be-a-referendum-of-madani-govt-says-muhyiddin
Airlines against move to adjust jet fuel price under new BPC formula: As per the new formula, the price of jet fuel will be calculated each month by adding the ...
thedailystar.net/business/economy/news/airlines-against-move-adjust-jet-fuel-price-under-new-bpc-formula-3591471
Maldives Elections 2024: Can Muizzu's government gain parliamentary majority?
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Quick Glance: Pro-China Party Secures Overwhelming Victory in Maldives Election
- President Mohamed Muizzu's PNC party wins by a landslide in Sunday's election, gaining control of parliament with a supermajority.
- The PNC, with three additional seats from allies, secures 70 out of 93 seats, signaling a shift towards China from India.
- Official results confirmation is expected soon, with the new assembly set to take office in early May.
- The election serves as a pivotal moment for Muizzu's agenda of closer economic ties with China following his previous win in the presidential election.
Urban greening works in the Irqah neighborhood of Riyadh began on April 18, continuing a tree-planting initiative that is part of the Green Riyadh program ... Show more
Car park football has curbed 'trouble' at a Bristol supermarket: Incidents are down 60 per cent since the Robins Foundation brought impromptu kickabouts to a ...
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Slovakia activists raise EUR 2.5M to buy ammunition for Ukraine: Slovak activists with the Ammunition for Ukraine initiative raised within a crowdfunding ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3854800-slovakia-activists-raise-eur-25m-to-buy-ammunition-for-ukraine.html
Nvidia to help Japan build hybrid quantum-supercomputer: TOKYO -- Japan's government-backed technology institute will work with Nvidia to build a hybrid ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Nvidia-to-help-Japan-build-hybrid-quantum-supercomputer
Paid articlePaid Green initiative targets tree roots to recharge Bengaluru's groundwater: Green initiative targets tree roots to recharge city's groundwater
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#ElonMusk came out against banning #TikTok in the United States, even if it would mean less competition for his social media platform X, formerly Twitter ... Show more
Quick Glance: EU Threatens to Suspend TikTok Lite App Features
- The European Commission has expressed concerns over the 'risks of serious damage for the mental health of users', including minors, regarding the TikTok Lite app.
- TikTok Lite allows users in France and Spain to earn points that can be exchanged for vouchers or gift cards by watching and liking videos.
- The commission is threatening to take interim measures, including suspending the rewards program in the European Union, if TikTok fails to provide a risk assessment.
- The EU has already fined TikTok under the Digital Services Act and could impose further sanctions if the company does not respond to requests or prove safety measures.
'This fight is not over'; Critics rally against Nebraska law funding private school scholarships
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