Hush money trial: Trump forced to listen silently to people insulting him: Over the past week, Donald Trump has been forced to sit inside a frigid New York ...
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A Nigerian chess champion plays the royal game for 58 hours — a new global chess record
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Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Global Chess Record with 60-Hour Game
- A Nigerian chess champion played chess for 60 hours in New York City's Times Square to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon.
- Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for children's education across Africa through this record attempt.
- Support for Onakoya's attempt came from online and on-site, including Nigerian music star Davido.
- For every hour of gameplay, Onakoya and his opponent had only five minutes of break time, benefiting from support from Nigerians in the U.S., global leaders, celebrities, and hundreds of passersby.
Taylor Swift’s ‘Tortured Poets Department’ Is Spotify’s Most Streamed Album in A Single Day
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Quick Glance: Taylor Swift's New Album 'The Tortured Poets Department' Needs an Editor: Review
- Taylor Swift's 11th studio album delves into her recent romances over 16 songs and a second LP, but the recurring themes yield diminishing returns.
- Swift's stretch of productivity and commercial success was also emotionally tumultuous, as revealed in her album 'The Tortured Poets Department.'
- The album returns to autobiographical and sometimes spiteful tales of heartbreak, full of detailed, referential lyrics that Swift's fans will delight in decoding.
- The first two songs of the album serve as potent reminders of how viscerally Swift can summon the flushed delirium of a doomed romance, with the title track showcasing a humanizing touch.
4 Disqualified from Beijing Race After 3 Let Chinese Runner Pass: A strange finish at the Beijing Half Marathon on Sunday led to an investigation and penalties.
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Quick Glance: Scandal at Beijing Half Marathon: 4 Runners Disqualified
- Following an unusual finish at the Beijing Half Marathon, the top finishers were disqualified as three runners from Africa seemingly made way for a Chinese competitor to win.
- The finish line incident caused a commotion, prompting questions about why the three other runners appeared to yield the victory to He.
- Subsequent to the investigation, all four runners were disqualified for the pacemakers deliberately slowing down in the final two kilometers of the race, aiding He's victory.
- Confirmation was provided by the organizers that although Xtep invited Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu as pacemakers, they were mistakenly registered as ordinary competitors.
Tennessee Volkswagen employees overwhelmingly vote to join United Auto Workers union
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Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti — uses a very slim blower design: We reported on the sighting of a single-slot Galax GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB blower ...
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Quick Glance: Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti with slim blower design
- The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers weak performance for the price, regardless of the memory configuration.
- Potential buyers of the slim new Galax card should expect reference specs, including a 2,535 MHz boost clock.
- The Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti performed similarly to its fatter iGame rival, despite the minor OC advantage.
- The slim blower fan design from Galax enables the sleek design and doesn't seem to impact the performance level of a reference RTX 4060 Ti.
Deconstructing the spectacle and stagecraft of a Donald Trump rally: Campaign rallies are a defining feature of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s ...
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Quick Glance: Analyzing the Spectacle and Stagecraft of a Donald Trump Rally
- Donald Trump's rallies are a defining feature of his presidential campaigns, aimed at providing an emotional experience to his supporters and attracting new backers.
- The Trump campaign uses the rallies to collect and analyze attendee data, hoping to translate it into votes.
- The Green Bay event was weeks in the making, with the stagecraft meticulously planned to provide guests with a unique experience.
- In his speech in Green Bay, Trump repeated the claim that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him and used dystopian language to paint a picture of America locked in a battle between good and evil.
Sony and Apollo discuss teaming up to bid for Paramount Global: Media company is already in exclusive talks with Skydance about a potential deal
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Quick Glance: US Seeks Alliance with Abu Dhabi on Artificial Intelligence
- The Biden administration actively encourages US tech companies to seek artificial intelligence deals and partnerships in the United Arab Emirates to gain an edge over China.
- Microsoft announced a $1.5 billion investment in G42, an Abu Dhabi-based AI group, as part of the US efforts to dominate in artificial intelligence development.
- The discussions between the US and the UAE highlight how the competition for emerging technologies has become geopolitical, intertwining commercial decisions with national strategic and security interests.
- The Microsoft-G42 deal signifies the initiation of a broader alliance between the US and UAE in the field of artificial intelligence.
New York AG Letitia James asks judge to void Trump's bond in his civil fraud verdict
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Quick Glance: New York Attorney-General Calls for Invalidation of Donald Trump's $175mn Bond
- Letitia James' office argues that Donald Trump's bond is not backed by sufficient collateral or supported by an appropriately licensed firm.
- The attorney-general's office suggests that the $175mn bond, underwritten by Knight Specialty Insurance Company, should be deemed ineffective, and Trump should be given another week to secure an alternative backer.
- The attorney-general's office contends that the bond is invalid as it is supported by a company that does not possess the required qualification certificate for a valid surety in New York and that insufficient information regarding the collateral was provided.
- Trump's lawyers claimed securing a bond for the full judgment amount was 'impossible', leading the court to reduce it to $175mn. Knight underwrote the bond, yet lacks the necessary certification for a valid surety in New York.
Trump trial in New York: Man dies of self-inflicted burns: What remained were leaflets with conspiracy theories: A 37-year-old set himself on fire in front of ...
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‘You’re Never Too Busy For Your Banker’: How Italy’s ’Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks - OCCRP
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Quick Glance: How Italy’s 'Ndrangheta Mafia Allegedly Infiltrated Canadian Banks
- A Canadian faction of the 'Ndrangheta allegedly had close relationships with employees at two major Canadian banks to facilitate their financial activities.
- Angelo Figliomeni, the suspected mob boss, was at the center of the investigation, indicating that bankers were involved in the money laundering process of the group.
- The investigation revealed that the 'Ndrangheta organization generated income through illegal activities such as gambling and loan sharking, which were used for money laundering by bankers like Martino.
- Police seized assets worth millions of dollars and closed around 500 accounts at the implicated banks. Charges against Figliomeni and his co-defendants were dropped due to procedural errors.
Quality problems and sales decline: The disenchantment of Elon Musk and Tesla: Elon Musk is currently toppling his own monument. He is cutting at least 14 ...
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House on the brink of approving Ukraine and Israel aid after long struggle: The House is preparing to vote on approval of $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine ...
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Alleged Zen 5 'Strix Halo' Mobile APU has more GPU cores than RX 7600 XT or PS5 — features monster RDNA 3.5 GPU with 40 compute units
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MITRE says state hackers breached its network via Ivanti zero-days: The MITRE Corporation says a state-backed hacking group breached its systems in January 2024 ...
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Prince Harry confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is ...
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Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
Proud Boys group leader sentenced to over 5 years in prison for attacking police during Capitol riot
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Quick Glance: Proud Boys Leader Sentenced to Over 5 Years in Prison for Capitol Riot Assaults
- A far-right extremist group leader received a sentence of over five years for assaulting police during the U.S. Capitol attack.
- Miller's white supremacist ideology influenced his decision to storm the Capitol.
- Judge Tanya Chutkan warned of potential future extremism and sentenced Miller to five years and six months in prison.
- While Miller apologized for his actions, evidence of violent and racist views was found on his devices.
A bear cub was found "lethargic and frightened" after a group pulled it from a tree for pictures. eu.usatoday.com/story/sports/2024/04/18/idiots-pull-bear-cubs-from-trees-for-selfies-investigation-underway/73376599007/
Explosion hits Iraqi military base housing pro-Iranian militia: The militia blamed an attack, while Iraq's military said it did not detect drones or jets in the ...
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The NBA Just Banned a Player for Life. It Had No Choice.: He did things worse than anything Pete Rose ever got up to.
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Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
Tesla Will Recall Cybertruck in Latest Setback: A federal auto safety agency said the accelerator pedal on the pickup truck, sales of which began in late 2023 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/business/tesla-cybertruck-recall.html
Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertrucks Recall Issued
- Tesla responds to defective accelerator pedals in nearly 3,900 Cybertruck pickups causing unintended acceleration.
- The recall involves Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 2023 and April 2024.
- An unauthorized use of soap during the accelerator pedal assembly likely led to the defect.
- Tesla voluntarily recalled the vehicles on April 12 due to two customer complaints.
Texas AG Ken Paxton can be disciplined for suit to overturn 2020 election, court says
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VW Workers in Tennessee Vote for Union: The Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga is set to become the first unionized auto factory in the South not owned by one of ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/business/economy/volkswagen-united-automobile-workers-union.html
On Sunday, George Stephanopoulos conducted a “skillful and revealing interview with New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu,” Peter Wehner writes ... Show more www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/04/trump-willing-accomplice-chris-sununu/678076/
Trump’s court conduct gives Democrats a ‘Sleepy Joe’ retort : Democrats, including President Biden’s campaign, have been eager to promote reports that former ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/19/biden-trump-court-sleeping/
Where do we draw the line on using AI in TV and film?: Recent controversies, including Civil War posters and altered photos in a Netflix documentary ...
theguardian.com/culture/2024/apr/20/artificial-intelligence-ai-movies-tv-film
‘Landlady’ Angela Rayner lost it over smashed window, says neighbour: The Labour deputy leader, who has been accused of breaking electoral law by giving false ...
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Quick Glance: Neighbor Claims Angela Rayner Lost Control Over Broken Window
- Angela Rayner confronted neighbors, demanding £240 and identifying herself as 'the landlady' after a window was smashed at the property she claimed as her main residence.
- An investigation by Greater Manchester police is looking into allegations that the deputy Labour leader provided inaccurate information to the electoral register while residing between two houses in Stockport during the 2010s, and they have initiated interviews with neighbors at her previous residence.
- Police intervention occurred following accusations by prominent Conservatives, including James Daly, the Conservative deputy chairman, of electoral law violations and questioning whether she owed up to £3,500 in capital gains tax on proceeds from the sale of her former council house in 2015.
- Rayner asserted that the residence on Vicarage Road was her primary domicile.
Elon Musk postpones India visit, citing Tesla obligations: Elon Musk has postponed his planned trip to India, citing “very heavy” obligations at Tesla.
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk Postpones India Trip, Sources Say
- Tesla's CEO Elon Musk has postponed a planned trip to India where he was to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi and announce plans to enter the South Asian market, according to three people familiar with the matter.
- Musk was expected to announce an investment of $2 billion to $3 billion, mainly to build a factory in India, following the government's policy of lowering high tariffs on imported cars if companies invest locally.
- His planned Sunday arrival was set to follow two days after the start of India's national elections, where Modi is projected to secure a rare third term.
- Reasons for the trip postponement were not immediately disclosed, and neither Tesla nor Modi's office responded promptly to requests for comments.
Ukraine war: Nato pledges more advanced air defences to Kyiv: Kyiv has long been pressing for hi-tech Patriot systems to defend against deadly Russian attacks.
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US agrees to pull troops out of Niger: It means the US will lose its primary base where it monitors regional Islamist activity.
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How homelessness in an Oregon town sparked a nationwide debate: On a sunny afternoon in a grassy park by the river, Amber Rockwell loaded a black ...
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Larry Nance Jr. on the Thunder:
“We got a ton of respect for them, but respectfully I'm betting on the Pels… No Jontay Porter.”
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After Roe v Wade, alarms sound about emergency pregnancy care in U.S.: Complaints about pregnant women being turned away from emergency rooms spiked in the ...
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Quick Glance: Alarming Conditions in Emergency Pregnancy Care for Women in the US
- Complaints surged about pregnant women being turned away from U.S. emergency rooms after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, as per federal documents.
- The cases raise serious questions about emergency pregnancy care in the U.S., especially in states with strict abortion laws that sparked confusion about the treatment doctors can provide.
Tesla cuts US prices of Models Y, X, S by $2,000: Tesla cut the U.S. prices of its Model Y, Model X and Model S vehicles by $2,000 each on Friday ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla Reduces Prices by $2,000 in US, Model Y at Lowest Price Yet
- Tesla has lowered the prices of the Model Y, Model S, and Model X by $2,000 each in the US. Model 3 prices remain the same, as well as the prices of the newly released Cybertruck.
- Following disappointing quarterly delivery results, inventory levels have risen significantly. In response, Tesla has re-implemented temporary discounts on the Model Y after warning buyers of an upcoming price increase.
- All trims of the Model Y, along with the Model S and Model X, have been reduced in price. This results in the Model Y RWD starting at $42,990, the Model Y Long Range at $47,990, and the Model Y Performance at $51,490.
- Tesla's more expensive Model S and X vehicles also reflect lower prices. The Model S Long Range now begins at $72,990, and the Model X Long Range starts at $77,990.
AI-Controlled Fighter Jets Are Dogfighting With Human Pilots Now: Plus: New York’s legislature suffers a cyberattack, police disrupt a global phishing operation ...
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Challengers | Rotten Tomatoes: From visionary filmmaker Luca Guadagnino, Challengers stars Zendaya as Tashi Duncan, a former tennis prodigy turned coach and a ...
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Quick Glance: Challengers | Summary
- Challengers features a riveting plot with a sexy love triangle and adrenaline-fueled tennis sequences.
- The film transcends limitations and clichés, opening new dimensions and offering freshness, sensitivity, and a certain ambiguity.
- The youth of the characters adds a unique dynamic and emotional depth to the film.
- Challengers ambitiously weaves complex plotlines through the metaphor of tennis, exploring themes of love, rivalry, and personal growth.
Nike to lay off 740 employees at Oregon headquarters: Nike will lay off about 740 employees at its world headquarters in Oregon, a letter showed on Friday ...
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Quick Glance: Nike announces layoffs impacting 740 at Oregon headquarters
- Nike announced that 740 workers at its headquarters in Washington County will be affected.
- The layoffs began as the second wave of a mass layoff.
- Employees were asked to work from home next week.
- Nike plans to cut costs and boost sales with new products.
Suspicion of Russian money payments: Video recordings are said to incriminate AfD politician Bystron
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Quick Glance: Suspicion of Russian Money Payments: Incriminating Video Recordings of AfD Politician Bystron
- Czech authorities possess incriminating video recordings of AfD politician Petr Bystron receiving packages.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from pro-Moscow channels, supported by audio and video evidence.
- The influence operation of »Voice of Europe« led to money flowing to Kremlin-friendly politicians in the EU.
- Bystron is accused of accepting money, prompting preliminary investigations for alleged bribery.
Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline
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Warner Bros. Discovery Lost Money Last Year. Its CEO Got a $50 Million Payday.: Much of Chief Executive David Zaslav’s compensation was tied to free cash flow ...
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Quick Glance: GOP's Financial Woes Resolved?
- After positive fundraising headlines for Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee (RNC), it seems the campaign is back on track, but the expenses for success were immense.
- While the Trump-RNC Joint Fundraising Committee, 'Trump 47 Victory', raised millions of dollars, only a fraction of it went towards political activities, exacerbating the financial crisis of the RNC.
- In comparison, the Biden-DNC committee, 'Biden Victory', was able to more effectively redirect funds and financially support Democratic parties in the states.
- A decision by the Federal Election Commission allowed the RNC to use funds from their 'legal' account for campaign advertising, temporarily easing the party's financial crisis but with long-term implications for both parties.
Apple Says It Was Ordered to Pull WhatsApp From China App Store: Apple said it removed WhatsApp and Threads in its China app offerings Friday on Beijing’s orders ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Donald and Melania Trump to headline dueling fundraisers in North Carolina and Palm Beach
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Microsoft's AI tool can turn photos into realistic videos of people talking and singing
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Oxford shuts down institute run by Elon Musk-backed philosopher: Nick Bostrom’s Future of Humanity Institute closed this week in what Swedish-born philosopher ...
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Top Chinese Swimmers Tested Positive for Banned Drug, Then Won Olympic Gold: The case, involving multiple swimmers who seven months later won medals at the 2021 ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/20/world/asia/chinese-swimmers-doping-olympics.html
Judge in Trump case orders media not to report where potential jurors work: The judge in Donald Trump's hush money trial has ordered the media not to report ...
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
My God, Trump! How dangerous are the nationalist Christians in the USA?: Christian nationalist representatives were present when Trump supporters stormed the ...
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The Best VPN Services for 2024: Using a VPN, or virtual private network, is one of the best ways to protect your online privacy. We've tested and reviewed dozens ...
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Fallout has already scored a green light for a second season: Amazon has renewed the hit show for a second season.
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Quick Glance: Fallout Extended for Another Season on Prime
- Prime Video is expanding the Wasteland.
- Shortly after the premiere of the Fallout adaptation on Prime Video, an official renewal for a second season was announced.
- The first season received praise for its core trio of survivors and the faithful adaptation of game lore.
- Producers have already discussed incorporating iconic elements like Deathclaws and beloved locations in the upcoming season.
NEW: Taylor Swift’s "The Tortured Poets Department" is already Spotify’s most-streamed album in a single day this year ... Show more www.nbcnews.com/pop-culture/pop-culture-news/live-blog/taylor-swift-album-tortured-poets-live-updates-rcna147489
Sexism criticism of Nike: “Waxing chain could become a sponsor”: Sportswear manufacturer Nike presented its Olympic outfits for Team USA last weekend ...
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Trump trial live updates: Person taken away on stretcher after fire extinguished outside court
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Record value for financial assets: German private households are richer than ever
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Quick Glance: Record: Germans Hold 7716 Billion Euros in Wealth
- German private individuals hold a net wealth of 7716 billion euros.
- Stocks and investment funds saw significant gains in the last quarter.
- Cash and bank deposits remain the largest component of wealth.
- Household net wealth increases by 244 billion euros to 5560 billion euros.
John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson and Uma Thurman come together to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Quentin Tarantino's film "Pulp Fiction."
Quick Glance: Bruce Willis' Family Honored at Pulp Fiction 30-Year Reunion
- The stars John Travolta, Samuel L. Jackson, and Uma Thurman united for the 30th anniversary of Quentin Tarantino's 1994 classic.
- Willis' wife and daughter sported a tribute to the actor, who was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia in 2023 at the event.
- Tallulah wore yellow and black as a nod to Willis' boxing robe in Tarantino's film and a black hat embroidered with her father's name, Bruce.
- Other members of the Pulp Fiction cast also attended the event, including Samuel L. Jackson, Harvey Keitel, Uma Thurman, and John Travolta.
5 worries keeping Biden, Democrats up at night: President Biden’s campaign is feeling good about where it is in its battle for reelection ...
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Asia’s central bankers struggle to contain strong US dollar: Shifting US interest rate expectations put pressure on Japan’s yen and China’s renminbi
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2 mayoral candidates killed in Mexico, bringing the number slain so far to 17: Two mayoral candidates in Mexico have been killed, bringing to 17 the number of ...
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Trump campaign and RNC pledge to unleash thousands to monitor vote counting in battleground states
cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/trump-campaign-rnc-vote-counting-monitor/
Man sets himself on fire in front of New York courthouse where Donald Trump trial being held www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-us-canada-68841535
US Senate has agreement on FISA reauthorization, will vote on Friday night, Schumer says
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Volkswagen workers vote to unionize in major win for organised labour: The United Autoworkers Union took a risk in a Republican - and often anti-union - part of ...
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Ghana’s newly imported train from Poland collides with lorry in test run: The train rammed into a lorry parked along the Tema-Mpakadan railway line ...
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The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare | Rotten Tomatoes: Based upon recently declassified files of the British War Department and inspired by true events ...
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Quick Glance: The Secret Organization in World War II | Rotten Tomatoes
- An action-packed comedy reveals the formation of the first special forces unit in World War II based on secret files and true events.
- Under the leadership of Prime Minister Winston Churchill and author Ian Fleming, the secret combat group was established to combat the Nazis using unconventional methods, to change the course of the war, and to lay the groundwork for modern special forces.
- The director presents a blend of suspense and spectacle, although some critics criticize the lack of historical details and character development.
- Despite criticism of the portrayal as pure Hollywood entertainment, the film is deemed entertaining and action-packed, immersing audiences in a fascinating story.
India’s election overshadowed by the rise of online misinformation: As India kicks off the world’s biggest election, which starts on April 19 and runs through ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/20/india-election-tough-fight-against-online-misinformation/
US troops set to withdraw from Niger, State Department official says: US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell met with Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/us-troops-to-withdraw-from-niger/
Levi Penell and his viral hits: The student who brought the myth of the white light mite into the world
spiegel.de/netzwelt/web/weisslichtmilbe-und-co-wie-der-student-levi-penell-auf-tiktok-durchstartet-a-14fb60dd-89ba-45a5-b624-4141d7bc7316
Record Store Day 2024: How to Flatten Warped Vinyl Records at Home: Whether you bought some used records or have ruined your favorite LP, these tips can get your ...
cnet.com/home/record-store-day-2024-how-to-unwarp-vinyl-records-at-home/
Quick Glance: Unwarp Vinyl Records: Tips for Record Store Day 2024
- Record Store Day is an exciting day for music enthusiasts to find rare vinyl records.
- If your vinyl record is warped, there are various methods to flatten it, including using pressure and heat.
- Alternatively, you can purchase a record flattening machine or hire a professional to unwarp your records.
- A risky method involves heating the record between glass panels in an oven and hoping it regains its shape.
More than half US Air Force's B-2 stealth bombers stage mass fly-off: Photos show the mass fly-off of 12 B-2s at Whiteman Air Force Base earlier this week.
businessinsider.com/more-than-half-air-forces-b2-stealth-bombers-mass-fly-2024-4
Aaron Rodgers' HIV Comments Spark Furious Backlash: The New York Jets quarterback has become known for sharing his controversial opinions and he is currently ...
newsweek.com/aaron-rodgers-hiv-comments-backlash-1891122
Quick Glance: Aaron Rodgers and the Podcast Conspiracy
- Aaron Rodgers, along with other pro football players, spent a week in Costa Rica in search of transformation.
- During his retreat, news from his home country emerged, including the possibility of running for vice president and conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre.
- These unusual events contrast with the image expected of an N.F.L. champion, raising questions about Rodgers' stance and actions.
- Despite his athletic success and prominence in the entertainment industry, Aaron Rodgers' recent activities and statements have put him in the spotlight, challenging his role as a player and personality.
Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, US official tells CNN, as explosions reported near military base
cnn.com/2024/04/18/middleeast/isfahan-iran-explosion-intl-hnk/
In a rebuke of Robert F. Kennedy Jr's independent bid for the White House, 15 members of the Kennedy family endorsed US President Joe Biden at a campaign event ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/us/biden-win-kennedy-family-endorsement-philadelphia-2024-04-18/
Quick Glance: Biden Secures Kennedy Family Endorsement Amid RFK Jr Controversy
- Fifteen members of the Kennedy political dynasty backed U.S. President Joe Biden at an event in Philadelphia, distancing themselves from Robert F. Kennedy Jr's independent candidacy.
- Biden, a Democrat, faces a rematch with Republican Donald Trump in November, with concerns arising over potential spoiler effects from Kennedy's candidacy as a prominent anti-vaccine activist.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, son of the late U.S. senator and presidential candidate, garners 15% voter support, contrasting with Biden's 39% and Trump's 38% in a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
- Kennedy family members are expected to assist local volunteers in supporting Biden's campaign, following their endorsement at an event in Philadelphia.
Biden administration restricts oil and gas leasing in Alaska: The U.S. oil industry’s top lobbying group says Biden administration rules restricting oil and gas ...
apnews.com/article/alaska-drilling-petroleum-reserve-biden-1dd8c07d2ed6e902ee6ac6298e2eaade
Quick Glance: Restrictions on Oil and Gas Leasing in Alaska under Biden Administration
- The Biden administration announced restrictions on new oil and gas leasing on 5.3 million hectares of a federal petroleum reserve in Alaska to protect wildlife from the impacts of climate change.
- The decision finalizes proposed protections that drew backlash from environmentalists last year for violating Biden's climate change pledge.
- The limitation on new leasing faced opposition from Republican lawmakers who criticized the decisions as undermining national security interests.
- Environmentalists praised the decision, while the oil industry labeled it as misguided and raised concerns about future developments in the reserve.
LSU's Angel Reese has chosen her new nickname as she joins the Chicago Sky: LSU's Angel Reese has chosen "Chi Barbie" as her new nickname as she joins ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-chooses-her-new-nickname-with-chicago-sky/article_96e3cf4e-74e6-506c-b671-1f1b27c6bb79.html
JPMorgan warns of need for ‘reality check’ on phasing out fossil fuels: US bank says higher interest rates, inflation and global conflict have dented outlook for ...
ft.com/content/352b38a7-f298-4b54-adc2-f4cc1b17444b
Quick Glance: JPMorgan warns of Need for 'Reality Check' on Phasing out Fossil Fuels
- JPMorgan warns of setbacks in transitioning to renewable energy due to higher interest rates, inflation, and global conflicts.
- Investment in renewable energy currently offers subpar returns, potentially leading to social unrest.
- JPMorgan forecasts increasing demand for oil and gas until 2030, highlighting challenges in transitioning to renewable energy.
- Wood Mackenzie warns of the impact of higher interest rates on transitioning to a global net-zero economy, especially for renewables and nuclear power.
How many people visit our America's national parks? Graphics explain: In 2023, the National Park Service reported more than 325 million visits ...
usatoday.com/story/graphics/2024/04/20/national-parks-by-visitors/73349324007/
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