US: If China won't act, we will - Blinken: Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the US will act if China does not stop sending parts to Russia.
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China’s EV supply chain dominance risks ‘collapse’ of US subsidies, warns South Korea
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Quick Glance: South Korea Warns of Collapse of US Subsidies Due to Chinese EV Supply Chain Dominance
- China’s grip on the EV supply chain threatens US subsidies, warns South Korea.
- South Korea warns that China’s control over a crucial battery material will make it nearly impossible for any electric vehicle makers to qualify for President Joe Biden's subsidy scheme.
- The United States announced last week that they will provide up to $6.4 billion in federal subsidies to the South Korean technology giant Samsung Electronics, investing $40 billion in its Texas facilities for cutting-edge logic chips, advanced packaging, and next-generation chip technology research and development.
Supreme Court Has No Quick Answers for Trump's Immunity Claim: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s ...
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Supreme Court will decide if Trump has immunity in election case: The Supreme Court seems highly skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute ...
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-trump-capitol-riot-prosecution-immunity-72c885c07c77970d4380206f87b2d8ca
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
NEW: Reggie Bush will get his Heisman Trophy back after it was stripped from him 14 years ago, regaining the college game's top honor after an improper ... Show more
Reggie Bush getting Heisman Trophy back after it was stripped from him 14 years ago
Reggie Bush getting Heisman Trophy back after it was stripped from him 14 years ago
Quick Glance: Reggie Bush to Regain 2005 Heisman Trophy
- The Heisman Trust is set to announce Reggie Bush receiving back the 2005 Heisman Trophy, reinstating his status as a recipient after a NCAA investigation.
- Following the restoration of his 2005 season records by the NCAA, the Heisman Trust confirmed the re-honoring of Bush's award.
- In a statement, Bush expressed his excitement to be back in the Heisman family and collaborate with the organization to uphold its values and mission.
- With the Heisman Trophy back in Bush's possession, USC now holds the top spot in college football's Heisman Trophy winners list with a total of eight recipients.
Biden needles Trump over his hair and 'Mar-a-Lago values' as he addresses union: "Folks, the choice is clear," the president said, going after his rival.
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
New EPA rules would force some plants to capture emissions, shut down: Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan says new rules that would ...
apnews.com/article/power-plants-coal-natural-gas-biden-epa-5c96ca146e7f70b47806beb4bc3713e6
Quick Glance: New EPA Rules Target Emissions Reduction at Power Plants
- The Biden administration aims to compel coal-fired power plants to capture smokestack emissions or close down.
- The rules target limiting greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel power plants and reducing toxic pollutants from coal-fired plants.
- The plan includes measures to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, toxic wastewater pollutants, and safely manage coal ash.
- The actions are expected to face opposition from industry groups and Republican-leaning states, while environmental groups see it as a crucial step in combating climate change.
Hundreds gather at GW University to call for schools to cut ties to Israel: About 30 tents filled one corner of the campus’s central lawn as the pro-Palestinian ...
washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/25/college-protests-george-washington-university/
At emotional DC memorial, Chef José Andrés mourns 7 World Central Kitchen aid workers killed by Israeli airstrikes
abcnews.go.com/Politics/emotional-dc-memorial-chef-jos-andrs-mourns-7/story
Agency bars Chinese telecom carriers from offering US broadband services: The Federal Communications Commission said on Thursday it is ordering the U.S ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/agency-bars-chinese-telecom-carriers-offering-us-broadband-services-2024-04-25/
Biden is marking Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in federal solar power grants
apnews.com/article/biden-earth-day-solar-grants-epa-climate-5bece7e419e9141241287575abb0fefc
Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming: From “Black Widow” actor Scarlett Johansson — seemingly in town to support husband Colin Jost ...
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4622097-celebs-dc-white-house-correspondents-dinner/
Joerg Wuttke, One of Europe’s Top Businessmen in China Moves to Washington: Joerg Wuttke, the outspoken former president of the European Union Chamber of ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/one-of-europe-s-top-businessmen-in-china-moves-to-washington
US pullout from Niger driven by discord over democratic transition, official says
reuters.com/world/africa/us-withdrawal-niger-driven-partly-by-discord-over-democratic-transition-us-2024-04-24/
U.S.C. Cancels Its Main Graduation Ceremony, Citing Security Concerns: There have been student protests and arrests, as well as controversy over the school’s ...
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Former US President Donald Trump has claimed that Palestinian solidarity protests on university campuses are more hateful than the infamous 2017 white ... Show more
White nationalist rally ‘nothing’ compared with Gaza protests, Trump claims | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
White nationalist rally ‘nothing’ compared with Gaza protests, Trump claims | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Quick Glance: Trump compares Charlottesville and Israel-Gaza protests
- Former President Trump downplayed the significance of the deadly 2017 white nationalist rally in Charlottesville compared to the rising demonstrations on college campuses over the situation in Gaza.
- Trump highlighted that President Biden frequently cites the Charlottesville rally and Trump’s response as a reason for his White House candidacy in 2020.
- Trump’s remarks coincided with college campus protests concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict, resulting in numerous Palestinian casualties in Gaza.
- Biden has denounced antisemitism in the protests while also criticizing those who fail to grasp the situation with the Palestinians.
Biden administration races to safeguard environmental rules from congressional axe
reuters.com/world/us/biden-administration-races-safeguard-environmental-rules-congressional-axe-2024-04-23/
Good News for Biden on Growth, Bad News on Inflation Fight: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s capital ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-24/good-news-for-biden-on-growth-bad-news-on-inflation-fight
Is South Korea’s economic miracle over?: Decades of growth are tapering off as the country struggles to reform its model and reduce its dependence on ...
ft.com/content/b34e8bc8-9f78-45c8-a15b-3df9cdfd858f
Quick Glance: The Future of South Korea's Economy: An Analysis
- South Korea's economy is facing challenges as the country strives to adapt its traditional growth model and reduce its reliance on manufacturing.
- A massive investment in chip factories in Yongin aims to strengthen the position of South Korea's semiconductor industry, while economists express concerns about future growth.
- With an aging population and declining productivity, South Korea is at risk of economic challenges as the government clings to proven growth drivers.
- South Korean companies must assert themselves in a changing global economic landscape and increase their innovation capacity to secure future growth.
Election 2024 latest news: Trump plans pair of rallies during day off from court next week
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/01/04/election-2024-campaign-updates/
Your $1 bill could be worth up to $150,000. Here's how to check : Some $1 bills may be worth up to $150,000 to currency collectors. Here's how to spot one.
nbclosangeles.com/news/national-international/1-dollar-bill-printing-mistake-worth-thousands-to-collectors-how-to-spot/3395620/
USC's Caleb Williams 'ready' to be taken No. 1 in NFL Draft, help Bears regain past glory
nbcnews.com/sports/caleb-williams-nfl-draft-rcna148999
Quick Glance: Chiefs Select Xavier Worthy in 2024 NFL Draft
- The Kansas City Chiefs selected Xavier Worthy, the fastest player in the 40-yard dash, in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
- Worthy broke John Ross' 40-yard dash record and was chosen by the Chiefs at No. 28.
- A former track athlete, Worthy translated his speed and explosiveness to the football field, excelling at the University of Texas.
- The Chiefs acquired an explosive wide receiver in Worthy, capable of separating from coverage and serving as a vertical threat. Worthy believes he is now the fastest player in the NFL.
Israeli PM Netanyahu says he will fight any sanctions on army battalions: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he would fight against ...
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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.
- The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.
- War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.
- Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.
Veteran DEA agent sentenced to 4 years for leaking intelligence in Miami bribery conspiracy
apnews.com/article/dea-corruption-drugs-cocaine-narcotics-50f4fb2a37e3ddf14c2c98c463c00cf3
Japan’s Kishida Struggles in Polls Ahead of Special Elections: A high-profile trip to meet Joe Biden in Washington failed to provide a substantial poll boost for ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/japan-s-kishida-struggles-in-polls-ahead-of-special-elections
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Secret Service agent assigned to VP Harris hospitalized after altercation with other agents
nydailynews.com/2024/04/25/secret-service-agent-kamala-harris-hospitalized/
When is Earth Day 2024? Why we celebrate the day that's all about environmental awareness
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/21/earth-day-2024/73394917007/
Russia's Foreign Ministry threatens US with downgrade of diplomatic relations if US seizes Russian assets
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452991/
Battleground state Pennsylvania gets first electric school buses funded by Biden admin
thehill.com/homenews/education/4620801-pennsylvania-electric-school-buses-infrastructure-law/
Opinion | Jan. 6 Rioters Should Not Catch a Break From the Supreme Court: Will the court go out of its way to disregard statutory language and create ambiguity ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/opinion/supreme-court-january-6-trump.html
Denmark launches its biggest offshore wind tender: Denmark on Monday launched its biggest offshore wind tender to date, offering no subsidies to companies ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/denmark-launches-its-biggest-offshore-wind-tender-2024-04-22/
Wisconsin has received a $62.4 million solar energy grant for low-income households
jsonline.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/24/wisconsin-receives-62-4m-solar-energy-grant-for-low-income-households/73426709007/
Israel-Hamas War: No Human Rights Double Standard for Israel, US Says: The US is examining allegations of human rights and international law violations in Gaza — ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/blinken-denies-us-human-rights-double-standard-for-israel
In Photos: Washington announced a major new military aid package for Ukraine on April 24. This is what the weaponry and equipment tranche ... Show more
What Ukraine's $61 Billion Weapons Package Looks Like
What Ukraine's $61 Billion Weapons Package Looks Like
US EPA expected to drop hydrogen from power plant rule, sources say: The Biden administration is expected to drop green hydrogen from its landmark plan to slash ...
reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/us-epa-expected-drop-hydrogen-power-plant-rule-sources-say-2024-04-22/
Pro-Palestinian protests planned for the White House Correspondents Association dinner
nbcnews.com/politics/joe-biden/pro-palestinian-protests-white-house-correspondents-dinner-rcna149074
Nigeria seeking up to $2.25 bln in World Bank loans: Nigeria is seeking up to $2.25 billion in World Bank loans and expects the bank's board to approve the ...
reuters.com/world/africa/nigeria-seeking-up-225-bln-world-bank-loans-2024-04-22/
Trump could avoid trial this year on 2020 election charges: Former President Donald Trump faces serious charges in two separate cases over whether he attempted ...
apnews.com/article/trump-trial-election-interference-2024-04c50e579ed92754f845c8bfde886fee
USPS commits to rerouting Reno-area mail despite bipartisan pushback and mail ballot concerns
apnews.com/article/reno-mail-rerouting-usps-postmaster-general-df203a1593c8859d7fb6ce4ecb9d651b
Netanyahu outraged: Washington wants to impose sanctions on IDF battalion: For the first time, the US is considering sanctions against an Israeli army unit over ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/netanjahu-empoert-washington-will-idf-bataillon-mit-sanktionen-belegen-li.2207983
Trump Shaped the Supreme Court. Now He Wants His Victory.: The former president expects loyalty while the justices stress independence.
wsj.com/us-news/law/trump-shaped-the-supreme-court-now-he-wants-his-victory-05976052
The Royals Posted a Photo for Prince Louis’s 6th Birthday: In honor of Prince Louis’s 6th birthday, the royals posted an apparently unedited photo taken by Kate ...
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Quick Glance: Celebration of Prince Louis' Sixth Birthday by Kensington Palace
- A recent photo of Prince Louis, captured by The Princess of Wales in Windsor, has been posted on Kensington Palace's social media to commemorate his sixth birthday.
- In honor of his sixth birthday, events are being organized for William and Kate's youngest child to partake in.
- The released photo marks the first image of the children since the contentious Mother's Day picture altered by Kate.
- Following the Easter break, Prince Louis resumes classes at Lambrook School in Berkshire alongside his siblings.
Congress moves on Ukraine aid. Doubts about US leadership persist.: America will give Ukraine military aid, but the long debate over the issue showed that ...
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Biden Falters in Poll With Voters Souring on Economic Outlook: This is a special Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the ...
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Biden to mark Earth Day with new solar energy funds and climate corps actions: The solar energy funding could create around 200,000 jobs, according to the White ...
axios.com/2024/04/22/biden-earth-day-climate-corps
Russia blocks UN resolution calling for prevention of nuclear weapons in space: Vote comes after Washington accused Moscow of developing space-based capabilities ...
thenationalnews.com/news/2024/04/24/russia-blocks-un-resolution-calling-for-prevention-of-nuclear-weapons-in-space/
Israeli battalion facing potential US sanctions has history of abuses: An Israeli battalion which US media say Washington is likely to sanction over alleged ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/23/israeli-battalion-facing-potential-us-sanctions-has-history-of-abuses
Watch as young emperor penguins jump off an 50-foot ice cliff in never-before-seen National Geographic footage. Baby emperor penguins make brave leap off Antarctic ice cliff: Watch
China's US envoy urges cooperation, cites 'severe' challenges: China's ambassador to the United States urged the two superpowers to cooperate on improving ...
reuters.com/world/chinas-us-envoy-urges-cooperation-cites-severe-challenges-2024-04-21/
FBI arrests Jan. 6 fugitive in Clearwater: Victor Sean Dennison, 49, failed to show up to his trial in June 2023, records show.
tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/04/23/victor-sean-dennison-clearwater-florida-fbi-raid-woodlake-condos/
Supply Chain Latest: Raimondo Defends US Industrial Policies: In the order of US presidential succession, the head of the nation’s Commerce Department barely ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-22/supply-chain-latest-raimondo-defends-us-industrial-policies
Cyber attacks against the USA: Washington extends sanctions against Iran: They are said to have been “involved in malicious cyber activities” on behalf of the ...
spiegel.de/ausland/cyberangriffe-gegen-usa-washington-weitet-sanktionen-gegen-iran-aus-a-199e76e5-66a0-4ec0-81b1-93a80b7a4d75
10 Surprising Facts About Earth Day: For Earth Day on April 22, interesting facts including who invented it, why it's on that date, and how it turned into a ...
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Quick Glance: Insights into Earth Day Revealed
- Over 8 billion people populate Earth, awaiting a spring holiday to underscore the importance of caring for their abode.
- Originating in 1970, Earth Day on April 22 aimed to raise awareness about environmental degradation, expanding to over 190 countries since.
- This year's theme 'Planet vs. Plastics' urges leaders, businesses, and individuals to cut plastic production by 60% by 2040, striving for complete single-use plastic elimination by decade's end.
- Since its inception in 1970, Earth Day has engaged 20 million, leading to the Environmental Protection Agency's establishment and global expansion in 1990.
NY Democrat urges postmaster general to reconsider stamp price increases: Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) is urging U.S. Postmaster General Louis DeJoy to ...
thehill.com/business/4615545-ny-democrat-urges-postmaster-general-to-reconsider-stamp-price-increases/
#VanatgeOnFirstpost : India's external affairs ministry has reacted to the ongoing pro-Palestine protests in colleges across the United States ... Show more
Canada sends invitations to foreigners to apply for permanent citizenship: Invitations to apply for Canada Express Entry have been sent to a select group of ...
financialexpress.com/business/investing-abroad-canada-express-entry-invitations-sent-to-foreigners-for-permanent-citizenship-3466858/
D.C. parents hire empty nest coaches for when kids leave home: The coaches help navigate feelings of loss or stagnation, as well as a sense of losing one's ...
axios.com/local/washington-dc/2024/04/21/empty-nest-kids-leave-home-coach-how-to
Capitals set to open Stanley Cup playoff series against New York Rangers: The Washington Capitals are set to meet the New York Rangers in the Stanley Cup ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/21/rangers-capitals-stanley-cup-playoffs-game-1/
A new statue of Queen Elizabeth II unveiled, and more from around the world: Moving, surprising, inspiring, terrifying, shocking ... This is a selection of ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-22-a-new-statue-of-queen-elizabeth-ii-unveiled-and-more-from-around-the-world/
Turkic Week begins in Geneva: Exhibition presents diverse array of cultural artifacts, photos, handicrafts and paintings
yenisafak.com/en/news/turkic-week-begins-in-geneva-3681904
Opinion: We can’t get back what is lost. Preserving Utah’s historic places is investing in our future.
sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2024/04/23/opinion-we-cant-get-back-what-is/
Populist buzzsaw puts Democrats on the defensive on climate: Conservatives are aggressively targeting efforts to reduce carbon emissions across the continent.
politico.com/news/2024/04/24/democrat-climate-policies-populist-backlash-00153601
Sen. Janet Nguyen addresses animal shelter concerns in two new proposed bills: The bills include requirements for data reporting and would exempt trap ...
ocregister.com/2024/04/23/sen-janet-nguyen-addresses-animal-shelter-concerns-in-two-new-proposed-bills/
ParkRx aims to provide 'prescription for wellness' by getting more people outside
abcnews.go.com/US/parkrx-aims-provide-prescription-wellness-people/story
NOAA, CDC Launch HeatRisk, a Tool to Forecast Dangerous Heat: HeatRisk combines weather forecasts with heat-related health data to predict when high temperatures ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/noaa-cdc-launch-heatrisk-a-tool-to-forecast-dangerous-heat
Record-breaking heat and humidity predicted for tropics this summer: A new statistical analysis of the interaction between El Niño and rising global temperatures ...
phys.org/news/2024-04-humidity-tropics-summer.html
NEW NEONATAL DEATH MAY BE INCLUDED IN PAHO PROBE: The Health Minister told the Senate today that he has been advised that PAHO, the Pan American Health ...
tv6tnt.com/news/7pmnews/new-neonatal-death-may-be-included-in-paho-probe/article_8e7db2f4-01d7-11ef-88e0-fb2897a3de57.html
The drug war devastated Black and other minority communities. Is marijuana legalization helping?
omaha.com/news/nation-world/marijuana-legalization-us-drug-war-blacks-minorities-social-equity-enforcement/article_f880fcae-75bf-5ae9-9894-f04981256b45.html
Supreme Court to weigh bans on sleeping outdoors: The case is considered the most significant to come before the high court in decades on the issue as record ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/22/nation/supreme-court-weighs-sleeping-outdoors-bans/
The Chinese company Bytedance is behind Tiktok. In the opinion of American lawmakers, it is located in the Communist Party's sphere of influence and therefore ... Show more
Tiktok ban in the USA: Senate gives Bytedance an ultimatum - the consequences - Wirtschaft - SZ.de
Tiktok ban in the USA: Senate gives Bytedance an ultimatum - the consequences - Wirtschaft - SZ.de
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.
Trump fangirl Liz Truss channels Maga menace at US conservative thinktank: Ex-British prime minister went all Trumpy at the Heritage, with an audience hanging on ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/22/trump-liz-truss-maga-us-conservative-thinktank
Turkey may soon deploy its controversial Russian S-400 air defenses: Turkey's S-400 defenses may be deployed for the first time this summer in a move likely to ...
businessinsider.com/turkey-may-soon-deploy-controversial-russian-s-400-air-defenses-2024-4
Pro-Palestinian Activists Dig In and Fan Out, as D.C. Pivots Toward Israel: After a week of protests and lawmakers’ swift pivot to more aid for Israel ...
wsj.com/world/middle-east/pro-palestinian-activists-dig-in-and-fan-out-as-d-c-pivots-toward-israel-c004673c
Palestinians to reconsider US ties after veto of bid for full UN membership: Abbas
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/20/palestinians-to-reconsider-us-ties-after-veto-of-bid-for-full-un-membership-abbas
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