Macron Says Europe Can No Longer Rely on US for Its Security: French President Emmanuel Macron said the American security umbrella is a thing of the past and ...
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Quick Glance: Macron Calls for Stronger European Defense
- Macron urged Europe to adopt a credible defense strategy less dependent on the US.
- He warned that Europe was not adequately prepared to face global threats like Russia's war in Ukraine.
- Emphasizing European sovereignty, Macron called for autonomy in defense and the economy.
- He advocated for a revision of EU trade policy, prioritizing European suppliers for military equipment.
TikTok ban could escalate US-China trade war, ex-White House CIO tells The Reg: Doing business in Beijing? 'You need to do a what-if scenario'
theregister.com/2024/04/26/tiktok_ban_payton/
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
South Africa is moving towards a major healthcare bill that would dismantle the existing two-tier system of public and private healthcare and bring in ... Show more
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed Turkish naval forces to Mogadishu, two months after Somalia and Turkey signed a defense and economic ... Show more
Turkey to provide maritime security support to Somalia -official | Reuters
Turkey to provide maritime security support to Somalia -official | Reuters
Quick Glance: Turkish Warship Arrives in Mogadishu under Somalia Defense Pact
- A Turkish Navy vessel arrived at the Port of Mogadishu on Tuesday following the signing of a defense and economic agreement between Somalia and Turkey in February this year.
- The TCG Kınalıada F514 docked at the port two months after the landmark deal signed between the two countries, under which Turkey committed to provide maritime security support to Somalia.
- President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, along with several ministers, joined the welcoming ceremony along with the Turkish Ambassador to Somalia, Alper Aktaş.
- Turkey and Somalia also signed a deal on offshore oil and natural gas cooperation last month, further strengthening ties after agreeing on a defense deal.
Argentina Economic Activity Slumps in February as Milei Plan Takes Hold: Argentina’s economy slumped for a fourth straight month in February as President Javier ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/argentina-s-economy-slumps-for-fourth-straight-month-in-february
Isra Hirsi, Ilhan Omar’s Daughter, on the Columbia Protests: Suspended Barnard College student Isra Hirsi talks to Sarah Jones about the purpose of the ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/isra-hirsi-ihlan-omar-columbia-protests.html
Biden administration finalizes controversial minimum staffing mandate at nursing homes
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Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes
- The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.
- The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.
- Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.
- The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.
Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan is in Baghdad on a rare visit, aiming to reset ties between the Middle East neighbors by inking a raft of deals covering ... Show more
Iraq, Turkey to elevate security, economic ties after Erdogan visit | Reuters
Iraq, Turkey to elevate security, economic ties after Erdogan visit | Reuters
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's speech at the European Defence and Security Summit in Brussels was interrupted when a protester said she ... Show more
Quick Glance: Heckler blasts von der Leyen over Israel support
- Ursula von der Leyen was interrupted during a speech by a man who accused her of being a 'criminal' for supporting Israel.
- The man shouted that she had 'aided genocide in Gaza' and accused her of having the blood of Palestinian children on her hands.
- The incident occurred at the European Defence and Security Summit, where von der Leyen was delivering a speech on strengthening European security and defence.
- The man, later identified as David Cronin, defended his action as a 'citizen's arrest' and continued to criticize von der Leyen for her support of Israel.
Secret Service says agent on Harris’ detail was removed from assignment after distressing behavior
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/kamala-harris-secret-service-agent/
Can an independent candidate like RFK Jr. win the presidency?: There is no requirement that a candidate belong to a major political party. That said ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/independent-candidates-president-chances/
Prabowo’s Aide Says Indonesia Doesn’t Need Another Rate Hike: Bank Indonesia doesn’t need to further increase interest rates to shield the rupiah ...
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Turkey's Erdogan says Iraq sees need to eliminate Kurdish PKK militia: Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said in remarks published on Tuesday he believed Iraq saw ...
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Quick Glance: Erdogan emphasizes need to combat PKK militia in Iraq
- Turkish President Erdogan highlights the necessity of eliminating the Kurdish PKK militia in Iraq and seeks support from Baghdad.
- Following talks in Baghdad and Erbil, Erdogan announces a new phase of cooperation to combat terrorism and enhance economic relations.
- Turkey and Iraq plan to establish a joint military operations center to address PKK threats and manage water resources.
- Both countries have agreed on strategic framework agreements covering security, trade, energy, and water management to consider Iraq's needs.
Venezuela oil sector hit by loss of its widest US license: Venezuela's loss of a key U.S. license that allowed it to export oil to markets around the world and ...
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Resignation of Vietnam’s Parliament Chief Stirs Fresh Political Chaos: Vuong Dinh Hue’s departure comes amid a growing anticorruption push and weeks after ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/world/asia/vietnam-parliament-resignation.html
Chile President Gabriel Boric Tells Investors He Wants Political System Reform: Chile President Gabriel Boric said that he’s set on overhauling the nation’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/chile-president-gabriel-boric-tells-investors-he-wants-political-system-reform
Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide
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Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
- Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.
- Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.
- Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.
- The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
TikTok ban passes the House (again), with a few major differences: Updates should garner stronger bipartisan support in the Senate.
mashable.com/article/tiktok-ban-house-nine-months
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
SNB’s Jordan Warns New Inflation Shocks Could Hit ‘Any Time’
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/snb-s-jordan-warns-new-inflation-shocks-could-hit-at-any-time
Iran president to visit Pakistan from Monday to Wednesday, Pakistan says: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will make an official visit to Pakistan from Monday to ...
reuters.com/world/iran-president-visit-pakistan-monday-wednesday-pakistan-says-2024-04-21/
Greene says she doesn’t care if ‘Speaker’s office becomes a revolving door’: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) said Thursday she doesn’t care if the “Speaker’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4603178-greene-says-she-doesnt-care-if-speakers-office-becomes-a-revolving-door/
Macron: confident of great Olympics opening ceremony on river Seine but has plan B
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Quick Glance: Security Concerns Prompt Alternatives for France's Olympic Opening Ceremony
- France has developed contingency plans for the July 26 Olympics opening ceremony on the river Seine in response to security concerns, as stated by President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.
- Heightened security alert due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the threat of terrorist attacks, has prompted action by the French government.
- Expressing confidence, Macron believes the anticipated Games ceremony with large crowds by the Seine, involving around 160 boats embarking on a 6 km journey, will be a significant achievement.
- The leadership of the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams approves of the security arrangements along the Seine for the opening ceremony, according to the team's security head, Nicole Deal.
Poland ready to host US nuclear weapons, Duda says: Polish President Andrzej Duda says Poland is ready to host U.S. nuclear weapons, saying the topic was one of ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4610871-poland-us-nuclear-weapons-duda-nato-russia/
Quick Glance: Poland 'Ready' to Host Nuclear Weapons: President
- Poland is prepared to host nuclear weapons if NATO decides to deploy them due to Russia's militarization in Belarus and Kaliningrad, President Andrzej Duda stated in a recent interview.
- Being a NATO member and a strong supporter of Ukraine, Poland shares a border with both Russia's Kaliningrad exclave and Belarus, Moscow's ally.
- He emphasized that discussions regarding nuclear cooperation between Poland and the United States have been ongoing for a considerable period.
- During the latest NATO summit in Vilnius, the allies committed to taking all necessary measures to ensure the credibility, effectiveness, safety, and security of the nuclear deterrent mission.
Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then decipher the real meaning
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Emmanuel Macron’s Push to Arm Europe Grows More Urgent and More Dangerous: The hostile new world Emmanuel Macron has been warning Europeans about is rapidly ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/emmanuel-macron-s-push-to-arm-europe-grows-more-urgent-and-more-dangerous
Paid articlePaid Chad will hold an election next month meant to end three years of military rule. Interim President Mahamat Idriss Deby, kicked off his presidential campaign ... Show more
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In-N-Out heiress worked shifts at the chain when she was a teenager: Lynsi Snyder, whose grandparents founded In-N-Out Burger, started working at the chain as a ...
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Quick Glance: In-N-Out heiress started working at the chain as a teenager
- Lynsi Snyder, whose grandparents founded In-N-Out Burger, started working at the chain as an associate when she was a teenager.
- Snyder became president in 2010 at the age of just 27.
Donald and Melania Trump Aren’t Style Icons. That Title Belongs to Barack and Michelle Obama
thedailybeast.com/donald-and-melania-trump-arent-style-icons-that-title-belongs-to-barack-and-michelle-obama
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Melania Trump Launches Initiative to Woo Gay Conservatives at Mar-a-Lago Fundraiser
- Melania Trump unveiled an initiative at a fundraiser to attract conservative gay support for Donald Trump's 2024 candidacy.
- The event aimed to strengthen ties with conservative LGBTQ+ supporters and invest resources in educational efforts and pro-Trump messages.
- Led by Richard Grenell, the first openly gay Cabinet member in the U.S., the initiative seeks to persuade the LGBTQ+ community that Donald Trump is the best choice.
- Melania Trump's involvement represents a stark contrast to past campaigns as she takes on a key role in supporting conservative gay and lesbian voters.
Incoming Taiwan Leader Focuses on Continuity With Premier Pick: Incoming Taiwan president Lai Ching-te chose as his premier a veteran official who has served in ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/incoming-taiwan-leader-focuses-on-continuity-with-premier-pick
Paid articlePaid Colombian President Petro Asks Bogota Residents to Leave City to Conserve Water: Colombian President Gustavo Petro asked Bogota residents to leave the city over ...
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O.J. Simpson, the former football star who was acquitted of killing his ex-wife and her friend, died at the age of 76 O.J. Simpson, football star turned celebrity murder defendant, dead at 76 | Reuters
Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Plurality of Americans want Biden to toughen up on Israel: poll: A plurality of Americans want President Biden to begin taking a tougher stance on Israel and ...
nypost.com/2024/04/14/us-news/plurality-of-americans-want-biden-to-toughen-up-on-israel-poll/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Johnson turns to Democrats on Ukraine aid amid ouster threat: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) will lean heavily on Democrats to move a series of bills in the coming ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4601686-johnson-turns-to-democrats-on-ukraine-aid-amid-ouster-threat/
A Famous Troll Went After Jeff Bezos’ Girlfriend This Week. He Should Have.: I really don't think Lauren Sánchez needs that much defending.
slate.com/human-interest/2024/04/jeff-bezos-girlfriend-white-house-lauren-sanchez-wife-keith-mcnally.html
Fed's Bostic says he is not in a 'mad dash hurry' on rate cuts: Atlanta Federal Reserve President Raphael Bostic on Thursday said inflation is going to return to ...
reuters.com/markets/us/feds-bostic-says-he-is-not-mad-dash-hurry-rate-cuts-2024-04-18/
The river Seine is supposed to be the unique centerpiece of the Paris 2024 Olympics.
But the triathlon swimming section could be postponed or canceled after a ... Show more
Paris Olympics: River Seine pollution could cancel triathlon swimming
Paris Olympics: River Seine pollution could cancel triathlon swimming
Argentina Cuts Key Rate to 70% as Investors See Inflation Easing: Argentina’s central bank cut its main interest rate for the third time since President Javier ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/argentina-cuts-key-rate-to-70-as-investors-see-inflation-easing
Paid articlePaid In potential blow to cartel, Mexico nabs brother of drug lord 'El Mencho': Mexican soldiers arrested Abraham Oseguera, the brother of Nemesio "El Mencho" ...
reuters.com/world/americas/mexico-arrests-brother-drug-lord-el-mencho-2024-04-22/
Lagarde Reiterates Europe, US Shouldn’t Engage in Subsidy Race: European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde reiterated that Europe and the US should avoid ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/lagarde-reiterates-europe-us-shouldn-t-engage-in-subsidy-race
🇺🇸 US President Biden on Tuesday said Israeli 🇮🇱 PM #Netanyahu 's #Gaza policy was a "mistake" and urged #Israel to call for a ceasefire ... Show more
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach
- President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.
- The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.
- Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.
- Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.
Argentina President Javier Milei Touts First Quarterly Budget Surplus Since 2008: President Javier Milei announced Argentina’s first quarterly fiscal surplus ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/milei-trumpets-quarterly-budget-surplus-in-argentina-tv-address
LIVE: White House briefing with Karine Jean-Pierre, Jake Sullivan
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and national security adviser Jake Sullivan ... Show more
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reuters.com
WATCH: Columbia University’s president testifies at House antisemitism hearing: After the other Ivy League presidents’ equivocation led to weeks of backlash ...
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Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism
- Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.
- Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.
- University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.
- The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.
Sen. Sullivan says he ‘can’t guarantee’ Ukraine aid will continue if Trump wins reelection
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4609910-sen-sullivan-says-he-cant-guarantee-ukraine-aid-will-continue-if-trump-wins-reelection/
French President Emmanuel Macron visits Paris' Grand Palais, which will host Olympic events, to mark 100 days before the opening of the 2024 Paris Games ...
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Michael Ian Black: Trump Diapers Would Be a MAGA Phenomenon: My business advice to the ex-president, who’s having a tough time sitting all day in the courtroom.
thedailybeast.com/michael-ian-black-trump-diapers-would-be-a-maga-phenomenon
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Fentanyl: A senior Mexican official recognizes that the country ‘is the champion’ in the drug production
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Tesla's senior battery executive exits company: Tesla's senior vice president of powertrain and energy engineering, Drew Baglino, is leaving after 18 years at ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/teslas-senior-battery-executive-exits-company-2024-04-15/
Amid increased pressure, Hamas leadership mulls leaving Qatar | LIVE UPDATES: Haniyeh, the top Hamas official in Qatar, to meet with Turkey’s Islamist president ...
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Helicopter crash in Kenya kills defence chief and nine senior officers, says president
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Aid to Gaza has increased dramatically, White House’s Kirby says: * * *
timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/aid-to-gaza-has-increased-dramatically-white-houses-kirby-says/
North Macedonia to elect president after campaign focused on hot-button issue of EU membership
apnews.com/article/north-macedonia-election-president-european-union-185e7e3870c4017114e6d148df0320ba
Putin announces plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he plans to visit China in May, in what could become the first ...
bloomberg.com/en/news/thp/2024-04-25/putin-announces-plans-to-visit-china-in-may
Paid articlePaid Members of Ghana's LGBT community and activists are waiting to see whether the West African country's president will sign into law a bill that would further ... Show more
LGBT Ghanaians await court ruling on restrictive new law | Reuters
LGBT Ghanaians await court ruling on restrictive new law | Reuters
Quick Glance: Court Decision Expected on Restrictive New Law
- A gay couple, Suleman, 30, an entrepreneur, and Kwame, 30, a student, discuss the passage of Ghana's anti-LGBT bill with Reuters on March 17, 2024.
- Parliament passed a law that would further restrict the rights of the LGBT community. President Akufo-Addo has delayed signing it, citing two pending challenges at the Supreme Court.
- Fear of worsening persecution of LGBT individuals and uncertainty about the law's broader social impact weigh on the community and activists in Ghana.
- Homophobia is pervasive, and the enactment of the new law could lead to increased violence against LGBT individuals as the President hesitates to sign, triggering political controversies.
Claudia Sheinbaum Would Examine Role of Mexico’s Military in Companies: Mexico’s leading presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum intends, if elected ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/sheinbaum-would-examine-role-of-mexico-s-military-in-companies
Quick Glance: Claudia Sheinbaum to Assess Mexican Army's Role in Companies
- Mexico's leading presidential candidate Claudia Sheinbaum plans to evaluate the military's role in the corporations placed under its control by President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador.
- Sheinbaum also discussed the National Guard during a banking convention in Acapulco, suggesting it should be moved under the Defense Ministry. She emphasized that this did not automatically make the Guard a military institution.
- AMLO, known for expanding the military's power and reach, leaving it richer and bigger than ever, may pose challenges for Sheinbaum if she wins the presidency.
- Sheinbaum highlighted that the growth in construction over the past six years was a result of the army and private companies involved in projects like the Maya Train.
Turkey Seen Backing Rutte for NATO Chief After Erdogan Meeting: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is likely to throw his weight behind Mark Rutte to become ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/turkey-seen-backing-rutte-for-nato-chief-after-erdogan-meeting
The flight attendant who became CEO hopes more women will make it to the top: Mitsuko Tottori admits Japan has much more to do to get people like her into the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/business/japan-airlines-first-female-ceo-interview-intl-hnk/
Juneteenth or Jefferson Davis? Ala. state workers may have to choose.: Alabama is considering a bill that would make Juneteenth a state holiday ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/22/juneteenth-jefferson-davis-holiday-alabama/
Zuma Dispels Ill-Health Rumors at Party Rally in South Africa: Former South African President Jacob Zuma made his first public appearance in a week as his party ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/zuma-dispels-ill-health-rumors-at-party-rally-in-south-africa
Paid articlePaid Vestager defends EU merger rules, says competition creates strong companies: EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager on Thursday rejected calls for a shake up of ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/vestager-defends-eu-merger-rules-says-competition-creates-strong-companies-2024-04-18/
Argentine university students, unions and social groups march to the Casa Rosada government house against President Javier Milei’s "chainsaw" budget ... Show more
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Leaders from the White House and around the globe are scrambling to try and keep the conflict between Iran and Israel from spiraling out of control ... Show more
An Unfinished Love Story — Doris Kearns Goodwin on her husband’s Kennedy-era world
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South Africa’s ANC Loses Court Battle With Zuma Over Trademark: A South African court rejected a bid by the ruling African National Congress to stop a party ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Court Rejects Delayed ANC Bid to Block Use of MK Trademark by Zuma's MK Party
- The KwaZulu-Natal High Court has dismissed the ANC’s bid to prohibit Jacob Zuma’s MK party from using the names and symbols of its disbanded anti-apartheid military wing.
- The judgment handed down allows the recently-established MK party, led by former president Jacob Zuma, to use the 'uMkhonto we Sizwe' name and symbols.
- The judgment highlighted that the ANC only considered the consequences of the name and symbols' use after Zuma publicly declared his support for the MK party.
- The court deemed the ANC's delayed application as 'self-created' due to the responsibility falling on party secretary general Fikile Mbalula to ensure timely action.
Read TikTok memo sent to staff as Congress stepped up its ban threat: Here's the memo that TikTok's head of public policy in the Americas sent to staff as ...
businessinsider.com/tiktok-leaked-memo-sent-staff-congress-stepped-up-ban-2024-4
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Mexico's leading presidential candidate is stopped by masked men at checkpoint: In Mexico a group of masked people in the state of Chiapas stopped a leading ...
npr.org/2024/04/22/1246363836/mexicos-leading-presidential-candidate-is-stopped-by-masked-men-at-checkpoint
Greene threat to oust Speaker Johnson has Senate Republicans anxious: Senate Republicans are anxious and frustrated about the possibility of House conservatives ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4591178-greene-johnson-motion-to-vacate-senate-gop/
Ecuador's ex-vice president, Glas, to be discharged from hospital, says prisons agency
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Commentary: We have lost faith in the institution of the Presidency: The words of Abraham Lincoln could show the way toward restoring respect to America's ...
orlandosentinel.com/2024/04/16/commentary-we-have-lost-faith-in-the-institution-of-the-presidency/
Microsoft to invest $2.9 bln to boost AI business in Japan - Nikkei: Microsoft Corp will invest about $2.9 billion over the next two years to boost its ...
reuters.com/technology/microsoft-invest-29-bln-boost-ai-business-japan-nikkei-2024-04-09/
Chile’s Finance Minister Signals Tougher Stance in Pension Talks: Chile’s government will sharpen its negotiation strategy to approve President Gabriel Boric’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-20/chile-s-finance-minister-signals-tougher-stance-in-pension-talks
Colombia President Petro Proposes Safeguards for Loser of Venezuela Election: Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro, acting as a mediator in Venezuela’s political ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/petro-proposes-safeguards-for-loser-of-venezuela-election
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Zelensky: Russia must pay a 'painful price' as 'sole culprit of this war'
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-russia-must-pay-a-painful-price-as-sole-culprit-of-this-war/
President Biden speaks on chip manufacturing: "If it's essential, we're going to make it here in America."
The Senate impeachment trial of Mayorkas has been delayed. Here's what to know: Impeachment managers were set to deliver the impeachment articles to the Senate ...
npr.org/2024/04/09/1242901888/mayorkas-impeachment-trial-senate
Quick Glance: Republicans delay hearing of DHS Secretary Mayorkas to next week
- The House plans to postpone the hearing of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to next week.
Spying Expansion Could Hand 'Stasi-Like Powers' to Trump, Privacy Advocates Warn: "In my opinion no country that has something like this to enter into force ...
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