Macron Says Inflation Cannot Be Sole Target of Monetary Policy: French President Emmanuel Macron said inflation can no longer be the only target for European ...
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White House defines reproductive health care data as protected under to HIPAA: In theory, this should make it harder for states to compel data-sharing to enforce ...
theregister.com/2024/04/24/reproductive_health_data_hipaa/
Columbia University Defies Call to Oust President Shafik After Arrests, Protests: Columbia University’s governing body backed President Nemat Shafik amid ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/columbia-defies-call-for-shafik-s-ouster-after-arrests-protests
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Columbia University: White House condemns antisemitism at college protests: The statement denouncing "calls for violence" comes as protests at New York's ...
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68871751
Jamie Dimon cautions over soft landing for ‘unbelievable’ US economy: JPMorgan Chase chief says in interview that he’d ‘love to be president ...
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Quick Glance: JPMorgan CEO Dimon Praises US Economy
- Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., speaks to the Economic Club of New York.
- Dimon expressed confidence in a robust U.S. economy with strong employment and healthy consumer finances.
- However, he warned about the potential economic effects of rising national debt, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts.
- Dimon also discussed the need for a more harmonious relationship between lenders and regulators, as well as praised U.S. leadership and economic power.
Russia warns Europe: if you take our assets, we have a response that will hurt: An ally of President Vladimir Putin warned Europe on Tuesday that Russia has ...
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House Speaker Mike Johnson Faces Heckling at Columbia After Calling for National Guard on Campus
democracynow.org/2024/4/25/headlines/house_speaker_mike_johnson_faces_heckling_at_columbia_after_calling_for_national_guard_on_campus
House leaders work together to push aid for Ukraine and allies over key hurdle: On Friday, Capitol Hill saw one of the most significant votes of the year ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/house-leaders-work-together-to-push-aid-for-ukraine-and-allies-over-key-hurdle
Mexico's likely next president would be its first leader with a Jewish background
apnews.com/article/mexico-election-claudia-sheinbaum-judaism-catholicism-5932fcf5d74c215ae0e08a40eff8a64f
South Korea’s Yoon Starts Reshaping Team After Election Defeat: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol named a new chief of staff Monday after pledging to change ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/south-korea-s-yoon-starts-reshaping-team-after-election-defeat
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan began a rare visit to Iraq aiming to reset ties between the Middle East neighbors by inking a raft of deals covering security ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkeys-erdogan-iraq-push-reset-ties-cooperation-against-pkk-2024-04-22/
Trump knocks ‘pathetic RINO named Miles Taylor,’ other critics: Former President Trump blasted his critics in a lengthy social media post Sunday ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4610923-trump-knocks-pathetic-rino-named-miles-taylor-other-critics/
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was briefly interrupted by a pro-Palestinian protester as she prepared to give a speech in Brussels
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.
Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned by New York appeals court: Allegations of sexual assault against Weinstein helped spark the #MeToo movement.
axios.com/2024/04/25/harvey-weinstein-conviction-overturned
Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
- New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.
- The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.
- Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.
- The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel and called for the US Congress to approve a stalled aid package ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/ukraines-zelenskiy-condemns-iranian-attack-israel-2024-04-14/
Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
Civil War is an empty B-movie masquerading as something of substance: Alex Garland’s speculative and apolitical action film might be a box office hit but it’s a ...
theguardian.com/film/2024/apr/15/civil-war-alex-garland-review
Five years after a devastating fire, the restoration of the Notre-Dame cathedral is nearing completion, boosting President Emmanuel Macron's hopes of a lasting ... Show more #Paris2024
Quick Glance: Progress in Notre-Dame Restoration Ahead of Paris Olympics
- Following a devastating fire five years ago, the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral is nearing completion as the world's attention turns to Paris for the Olympic Games.
- Macron aims to boost the nation's morale and his government's approval ratings through the cathedral's restoration.
- The reopening is set for December and is progressing as planned, as confirmed by the project's official leader.
- The project's total cost of 550 million euros has been partly covered by substantial donations, including contributions from billionaires in the luxury sector.
Former Ecuador President Correa says party will back security reforms, otherwise oppose Noboa
reuters.com/world/americas/former-ecuador-president-correa-says-party-will-back-security-reforms-otherwise-2024-04-22/
Biden signs historic foreign aid bill that could mean big changes for TikTok: President Biden signed the $95B aid package moved through the Senate Tuesday that ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/24/biden-signs-foreign-aid-bill-tiktok-ban/
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Russian strike kills at least 14 as Ukraine’s air defenses struggle again to protect cities
cnn.com/2024/04/17/europe/russia-strike-chernihiv-ukraine-air-defense-intl/
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Iceland Has 76 Presidential Wannabes Even After Many Accidental Candidates Pull Out
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-13/iceland-has-76-presidential-wannabes-even-after-many-accidental-candidates-pull-out
RFK Jr. qualifies for Michigan ballot: Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has qualified as a 2024 presidential candidate in the battleground state of Michigan ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4602669-rfk-jr-michigan-robert-f-kennedy-jr-biden-trump/
Chile Central Bank Sees Rate Cuts On Track Despite Global Risks: Chile’s central bank President Rosanna Costa said plans to extend one of the world’s biggest ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-20/chile-central-bank-president-sees-rate-cuts-on-track-despite-global-risks
Paid articlePaid Edmundo Gonzalez, Venezuela's low-profile and last-minute opposition candidate: As time was running out, Venezuela's opposition chose low-profile former diplomat ...
reuters.com/world/americas/edmundo-gonzalez-venezuelas-low-profile-last-minute-opposition-candidate-2024-04-20/
WATCH LIVE: “Ruthless” podcast hosts also join the show to talk the president’s gaffes, TikTok and more.
2 suspects detained in Poland after last month's attack on a Navalny ally in Lithuania
apnews.com/article/lithuania-volkov-navalny-poland-18fa2dd231ba8877fae919f1f9b96270
Quick Glance: Suspects Arrested in Poland After Attack on Navalny Ally Volkov
- Two individuals were detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Leonid Volkov, an exiled associate of the late Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny, as stated by the Lithuanian President on Friday.
- Volkov, who has been living in exile since Moscow labeled Navalny's organizations as 'extremist' in 2021, was assaulted with a hammer outside his residence in Vilnius, Lithuania, resulting in a broken arm in mid-March.
- The alleged attackers have been apprehended in Poland and are set to be transferred to Lithuania after the conclusion of legal proceedings, according to statements made by the Lithuanian President to reporters.
- Expressing gratitude, the Lithuanian President commended the Republic of Poland for its exceptional work and the outstanding collaboration in relation to this incident.
Fetterman backs call for Romney to be Harvard’s next president: Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) on Monday backed calls for retiring Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4612871-fetterman-backs-call-for-romney-to-be-harvards-next-president/
How They Pulled Off the Ending to ‘Civil War’: The action thriller from Alex Garland concludes with an explosive sequence in the nation’s capital ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/movies/civil-war-ending.html
Argentina: Hundreds of Thousands Protest Milei’s Plans to Cut Education Spending: In Argentina, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets Tuesday to ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/24/headlines/argentina_hundreds_of_thousands_protest_mileis_plans_to_cut_education_spending
Biden to close ‘gun-show loophole’ and expand background checks for firearms: New rule comes under legislation passed after Uvalde, Texas, shooting.
politico.com/news/2024/04/11/biden-gun-show-firearms-rule-00151655
Quick Glance: Biden Administration Implements Stricter Background Checks for Gun Dealers
- A new rule by the Biden administration will require thousands of gun dealers to conduct background checks on buyers to close a legal loophole.
- President Biden emphasizes that the measure aims to keep guns away from domestic abusers and felons to save lives.
- The law mandates that sellers primarily engaged in selling firearms for profit must be federally licensed and perform checks.
- Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.
South Korea's government announced a compromise in its medical reform plans in a bid to end a two-month walkout by doctors ... Show more reut.rs/3W5zPvm
Maine joins effort to elect president by popular vote with new law : Maine will become the latest state to join an interstate effort to elect the nation’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4596054-maine-joins-effort-to-elect-president-by-popular-vote-with-new-law/
Column: Changes are coming to the Chicago Bulls, Artūras Karnišovas pledges. ‘This group hasn’t worked.’
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/20/chicago-bulls-arturas-karnisovas-changes/
Quick Glance: Karnišovas Plans Changes
- Artūras Karnišovas stresses accountability and readiness for action.
- Karnišovas acknowledges continuity failure and upcoming changes.
- Potential changes may extend beyond the roster.
- Karnišovas intends to be aggressive and shake up the team.
McGovern: Democrats won’t be ‘cheap date’ to help Speaker Johnson keep his job: Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) said Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) needs to understand ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4616656-mcgovern-democrats-wont-be-cheap-date-to-help-speaker-johnson-keep-his-job/
South Korean Election to Set Tone for Remainder of President’s Term: The vote on Wednesday was a big test for President Yoon Suk Yeol, who has forged closer ties ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/09/world/asia/south-korea-election-yoon.html
Quick Glance: South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ Triumphs Against President Yoon
- Former minister Cho Kuk aids in leftwing alliance's electoral victory
- Former justice minister Cho Kuk, convicted on corruption charges, played a pivotal role in the defeat of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol in parliamentary elections.
- Cho calls for Yoon and PPP leader Han Dong-hoon, both former prosecutors, to be held accountable for abuse of power.
- The leftwing alliance narrowly missed the 200-seat mark that would have allowed them to bypass a presidential veto. Yoon now faces over three years as a lame duck, while the country heads towards more than three years of stagnation.
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/
Kenya’s military chief dies in a helicopter crash: Kenya’s military chief Gen. Francis Ogolla died in a helicopter crash west of the country ...
apnews.com/article/kenya-military-chief-dies-helicopter-crash-de4ce3bdafeb7e003f7f9dda1f7915c2
Europe is moving too slowly whilst the rest of the world is rearming, warns French President, Emmanuel Macron. #military #europe #ukraine #channel4news
South African Electoral Body Appeals Zuma Ruling, Threatening His Candidacy: South Africa’s electoral commission asked the Constitutional Court to provide ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-12/south-african-electoral-body-appeals-zuma-ruling-threatening-his-candidacy
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Mayorkas impeachment moves to Senate, where trial could end fast : House Republicans sent over articles of impeachment against DHS Secretary Alejandro ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/16/impeachment-mayorkas-senate-trial-house/
NATO Ally 'Ready' to Station Nuclear Weapons on Its Territory: President Andrzej Duda said Poland is open to hosting nuclear weapons "in order to strengthen the ...
newsweek.com/poland-ready-nuclear-weapons-nato-border-russia-1892683
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.
Argentina buys 24 F-16 jets for air force from Denmark
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/argentina-buys-24-f-16-jets-air-force-president-says-2024-04-16/
ANC Support Drops in South African Poll as Zuma Party Surges: Support for South Africa’s ruling African National Congress is plunging and a party backed by ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-10/anc-support-plunges-in-south-african-poll-as-zuma-party-surges
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: The Unstoppable Impunities of Jacob Zuma
- Former President Jacob Zuma secures a significant victory for his MK party, confirming his candidacy.
- The MK party leverages court cases for nationwide publicity, establishing a strong presence in voters' minds.
- Zuma, amidst surviving various scandals, aims for a political comeback with support from the ANC government.
- The ANC's actions have facilitated Zuma's resurgence, inadvertently creating a formidable opposition in the process.
🇫🇷 🏃 #French President Emmanuel #Macron visited the #GrandPalais in central #Paris 100 days before the #ParisOlympics kick off, in order to inspect the ongoing works and rekindle ... Show more #enthusiasm #Seine #security
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.
Singapore prime minister says he will step down on May 15 and hand post to his deputy
apnews.com/article/singapore-prime-minister-lee-hsien-loong-steps-down-7d5d31eab9b8e3b7d8ba3e874e161987
Mexico Election: AMLO Downplays Violence After Sheinbaum Highway Holdup: Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador downplayed a weekend incident where his ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/mexico-s-amlo-downplays-violence-after-sheinbaum-highway-holdup
Here are the witnesses expected at Trump’s hush money trial: NEW YORK — Former President Trump is set to come face-to-face with a lineup of witnesses in his ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4601194-here-are-the-witnesses-expected-at-trumps-hush-money-trial/
CBS to end “The Talk” show later this year after 15 seasons: CBS will end its daytime talk show, “The Talk” in December after over a decade on-air ...
star-telegram.com/news/politics-government/article287654925.html
Ecuador Votes on Extradition for Mafia Bosses in Key Test for Noboa: Polls are open in Ecuador for a referendum that would allow the extradition of mafia bosses ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-21/ecuador-votes-on-extradition-for-mafia-bosses-in-key-test-for-noboa
Paid articlePaid Number of homicides plunges in major cities after pandemic-era surge: The nation is on pace to see one of the most significant declines in homicides since Obama ...
axios.com/2024/04/16/homicide-rate-us-voters-trump
The sharp-tongued president livening up Croatia's election: With Zoran Milanovic in the race, the result of the Croatian election has become unpredictable.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68798788
Chile Murders Fall as President Gabriel Boric Works to Get Upper Hand on Crime: Chile recorded a 6% reduction in homicides in 2023 following a surge the year ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/chile-murders-decline-as-boric-works-to-get-upper-hand-on-crime
Paid articlePaid Maduro Is at Crossroads as Venezuela’s Opposition Joins Together: Newfound unity within Venezuela’s opposition is testing President Nicolás Maduro’s willingness ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/maduro-is-at-crossroads-as-venezuela-s-opposition-joins-together
Iran launches drone strikes on Israel: IDF: Iran has launched a wave of drone strikes toward Israel, the White House and Israeli Defense Forces said Saturday ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4592482-iran-launches-drone-strikes-on-israel-idf/
Biden cheat sheet for Iraq PM meeting caught on camera -- including instructions to 'pause'
nypost.com/2024/04/15/us-news/biden-cheat-sheet-for-iraq-pm-meeting-caught-on-camera-including-instructions-to-pause/
Iran launches drone attacks on Israel: Iranian state television confirmed that the attack came in the form of an "extensive drone operation ...
businessinsider.com/iran-launches-drone-attacks-on-israel-2024-4
Ex-Philippine Leader Duterte Slams US, Marcos in Chinese Media: Former President Rodrigo Duterte accused the US of inflaming tensions between China and the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-12/ex-philippine-leader-duterte-slams-us-marcos-in-chinese-media
Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Ukraine Aid Bill Clears Critical Hurdle in the House as Democrats Supply the Votes
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/us/politics/congress-vote-ukraine-bill-house.html
U.S. Capitol Police hires prosecutors to investigate threats against lawmakers: The U.S. Capitol Police has hired attorneys to help investigate threats made to ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/us-capitol-police-hires-prosecutors-investigate-threats-lawmakers-rcna147221
Md. leaders seek Baltimore bridge money Biden promised on Capitol Hill: Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) and the state’s congressional have a closed-door a strategy ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/09/wes-moore-baltimore-bridge-congress/
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Rwandan President Paul Kagame met to discuss Britain’s plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-rwanda-look-forward-first-migrant-deportation-flights-spring-2024-04-09/
'Call Your Senator Now': Privacy Advocates Ramp Up Effort to Stop Spying Expansion
commondreams.org/news/call-your-senator-now-privacy-advocates-ramp-up-effort-to-stop-spying-expansion
Why right-wing Republicans are blocking the reauthorization of FISA: GOP infighting continues on Capitol Hill as Speaker Mike Johnson tries to rally his ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/why-right-wing-republicans-are-blocking-the-reauthorization-of-fisa
Zelensky: Ukraine to produce 10 Bohdana howitzers this month: The increasing number of Bohdanas being produced by Ukraine is part of a wider effort to ramp up ...
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-ukraine-to-produce-10-bohdana-howitzers-this-month/
Tête à tête - 'One of the biggest problems in South Africa is corruption', CAF president Motsepe says
france24.com/en/tv-shows/t%C3%AAte-%C3%A0-t%C3%AAte/20240424-one-of-the-biggest-problems-in-south-africa-is-corruption-caf-president-motsepe-says
Biden Confronts US-China Divide With Clock Ticking for EV Rules: A drawn-out rulemaking process has prolonged uncertainty among automakers ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-15/biden-confronts-us-china-divide-with-clock-ticking-for-ev-rules
Guatemala fires at landfill and forests declared a disaster: Guatemala's president has declared a natural disaster as dozens of forest fires rage and a ...
bbc.com/news/av/world-latin-america-68786645
Argentine union to strike against Milei government in May: Argentina's powerful umbrella workers union, the General Confederation of Labor (CGT) ...
reuters.com/world/americas/argentine-union-strike-against-milei-government-may-2024-04-11/
🔴 UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned that the Middle East is 'on a precipice' and has called on the international community to stop 'any actions ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/19/israels-war-on-gaza-live-us-veto-at-un-unfair-unethical-pa-president
Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Columbia seeks to avoid the Harvard trap at antisemitism hearing: Columbia University is in the hot seat as House Republicans are ready to question four of its ...
thehill.com/homenews/education/4597671-columbia-harvard-mit-penn-antisemitism-hearing/
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.
Argentina's Milei Proposes Encounter With Brazil's Lula After Mutual Insults
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/milei-proposes-encounter-with-lula-after-mutual-insults
Paid articlePaid Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then decipher the real meaning
chicagotribune.com/2024/04/24/chicago-sports-executives-speak/
Macron warns 'mortal' Europe needs stronger defence: French President Emmanuel Macron has warned that Europe faces an existential threat from Russian ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0425/1445641-emmanuel-macron-russia/
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.
OJ Simpson, former sports star acquitted of murder, dies aged 76: Former NFL player found not guilty of deaths of former wife Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend ...
irishtimes.com/world/us/2024/04/11/oj-simpson-former-sports-star-acquitted-of-murder-dies-aged-76/
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.
South Korea President’s Support at New Low After Stinging Election Loss: The support rate for South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol fell to its lowest since he ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/south-korea-president-s-support-at-new-low-after-stinging-election-loss
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President Mark Golding and members of his People’s National Party (PNP) on Friday celebrated the latest in a series of victories against the Government ... Show more
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.
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