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Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan
- A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
- In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.
- Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.
Primary schools in Britain are beginning to close : A baby bust is starting to work its way through the system
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/primary-schools-in-britain-are-beginning-to-close
Israel should not rush to strike back at Iran: Instead it should try a novel response to Iran’s missile attack: restraint
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/israel-should-not-rush-to-strike-back-at-iran
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.
Retire early? Study shows: People who work longer are happier: Staying in work instead of early retirement? A recent study suggests that people who are still ...
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How to get more people into military uniforms: Why mandatory military service makes sense for some countries but not others
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/how-to-get-more-people-into-military-uniforms
The Self-Determination Act is an attack on the reality of life for the majority: In Germany, people will in future be able to change their registered gender at ...
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Quick Glance: Self-Determination Law: Threat to Women and Children
- In Germany, individuals can easily change their registered gender, but at the expense of children and women.
- The Self-Determination Law allows gender changes without a medical certificate from the age of 14, even against parental consent.
- While the law focuses on minorities, it jeopardizes the reality of the majority, especially children and women.
- Women protest the law due to the potential risk of biological men entering protected spaces, while the law also presents other questionable aspects.
Ukraine is ignoring US warnings to end drone operations inside Russia: Its superdrones can reach targets as far away as Siberia
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/ukraine-is-ignoring-us-warnings-to-end-drone-operations-inside-russia
Elon Musk predicts AI will overtake human intelligence next year: Tesla chief says infrastructure will need to keep up with technology’s demands as he seeks ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk Predicts AI Surpassing Human Intelligence Next Year
- Elon Musk predicts that artificial intelligence will surpass human intelligence by the end of next year, given the necessary infrastructure to meet technological demands.
- Musk anticipates that AI capabilities will likely exceed those of all humans in the next five years.
- A series of AI breakthroughs in the past 18 months have accelerated development faster than expected, with Musk being more optimistic than previous forecasts.
- Musk has intensified his efforts to enter the AI race by seeking funding for his own AI startup to compete with OpenAI, while also advocating for a pause in the development of advanced AI systems.
Germany is flunking the education test: Its scores are heading down, as its schools fail to adapt
economist.com/europe/2024/04/16/germany-is-flunking-the-education-test
As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
Rapid response to knife attack: Sydney celebrates police officer Amy Scott: "He would have carried on": it is only thanks to Amy Scott's quick intervention that ...
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Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Generation Z is unprecedentedly rich: Millennials were poorer at this stage in their lives. So were baby-boomers
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/16/generation-z-is-unprecedentedly-rich
What to read to understand Chechnya: Four books and a film that unpack an influential region of Russia
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/16/what-to-read-to-understand-chechnya
The German chancellor’s awkward meeting with China’s boss: It is time for Xi Jinping to accept that Germany isn’t America’s puppet
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/the-german-chancellors-awkward-meeting-with-chinas-boss
The worst pandemic imaginable: A highly contagious prion disease is spreading among wild animals. Experts are wondering whether it can also infect people - and ...
spektrum.de/video/prionen-die-schlimmste-vorstellbare-pandemie/2213966
Fuss about vitamin D: Many people consume vitamin D supplements to compensate for a perceived deficiency. A look at common limit values raises doubts about ...
spektrum.de/news/gesundheit-der-wirbel-um-vitamin-d/2200189
The Temporary Cops: The Quantum Mechanics File - Energetic nonsense?: Quantum healers want to treat illnesses by influencing energy fields with their bare hands ...
quarks.de/podcast/die-aushilfs-cops-die-akte-quantenmechanik/
A short history of India in eight maps: Understanding the breathtaking diversity of India and Indians
economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/12/a-short-history-of-india-in-eight-maps
European court rules human rights violated by climate inaction: The European Court of Human Rights ruled that a group of older Swiss women won their climate case ...
bbc.com/news/science-environment-68768598
What happens if Ukraine loses?: Russian victory would be debilitating for the West, and especially for Europe
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/what-happens-if-ukraine-loses
Who will lead the LVMH luxury empire?: Bernard Arnault sizes up his heirs apparent
economist.com/business/2024/04/18/who-will-lead-the-lvmh-luxury-empire
Iran and Israel’s shadow war explodes into the open: But the Islamic Republic may have miscalculated
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/14/iran-and-israels-shadow-war-explodes-into-the-open
Tom Holland’s ‘Romeo & Juliet’ To “Transfer To Broadway After Tickets Sell Out In Two Hours”
deadline.com/2024/04/tom-holland-romeo-and-juliet-to-transfer-to-broadway-after-london-west-end-1235877606/
Where are all the British robots?: Firms’ small size is the biggest barrier to automation
economist.com/britain/2024/04/16/where-are-all-the-british-robots
Ukrainian drone strikes are hurting Russia’s oil industry: The world’s third-largest producer is now an importer of petrol
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/11/ukrainian-drone-strikes-are-hurting-russias-oil-industry
The IDF is accused of military and moral failures in Gaza: Its generals botched the strategy, and discipline among troops has broken down
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/11/the-idf-is-accused-of-military-and-moral-failures-in-gaza
Ukraine is digging in as the Kremlin steps up its offensive : Will it be enough?
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/ukraine-is-digging-in-as-the-kremlin-steps-up-its-offensive
Jill Biden calls Trump ‘dangerous to the LGBTQ community’: First lady Jill Biden on Friday decried former President Trump as a “bully” and a threat to gains for ...
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Quick Glance: Jill Biden warns of Trump's danger to LGBTQ2S+ community
- Jill Biden warned LGBTQ2S+ voters against the re-election of Donald Trump, whom she labeled as a 'bully' and deemed dangerous to their community.
- She urged to fight against external forces working to undo the hard-won rights of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
- Voters in this demographic group overwhelmingly supported Biden in 2020, and their support is crucial for Biden's re-election.
- Jill Biden highlighted President Biden's achievements in LGBTQ2S+ rights and called for continued fight for freedom and equality.
How to locate the global south: How a fuzzy, scorned term reflects geopolitical shifts
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/12/how-to-locate-the-global-south
Trump v Biden: who’s ahead in the latest polls?: The Economist is tracking the race to be America’s next president
economist.com/interactive/us-2024-election/trump-biden-polls
Malik Monk is the favorite to win 6th man of the year, per @BovadaOfficial
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Akebono was the first foreign-born grand champion of sumo : The wrestler who shocked and changed Japan died in early April, aged 54
economist.com/obituary/2024/04/18/akebono-was-the-first-foreign-born-grand-champion-of-sumo
AI video shows possible future of Germany after far-right election successes: Filmmakers are using an AI-generated video on YouTube to draw attention to the ...
welt.de/vermischtes/article251005344/KI-Video-zeigt-moegliche-Zukunft-Deutschlands-nach-rechtsextremen-Wahlerfolgen.html
Flat whites are Australia’s greatest culinary export: They are even better than Vegemite
economist.com/culture/2024/04/11/flat-whites-are-australias-greatest-culinary-export
Overnight, Israel appears to have retaliated against Iran: Also on the daily podcast: India’s opposition and a tribute to a sumo champion
economist.com/podcasts/2024/04/19/overnight-israel-appears-to-have-retaliated-against-iran
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Generative AI is a marvel. Is it also built on theft?: The wonder-technology faces accusations of copyright infringement
economist.com/business/2024/04/14/generative-ai-is-a-marvel-is-it-also-built-on-theft
New technology can keep whales safe from speeding ships: Collisions kill 20,000 every year
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/11/new-technology-can-keep-whales-safe-from-speeding-ships
A story of Scottish wildcats : For some cats this is the best of times. For others, arguably a bit less good
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/a-story-of-scottish-wildcats
European court rules nations must protect citizens from effects of climate change
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4582830-european-court-climate-change/
Israel’s use of AI in Gaza is coming under closer scrutiny: Do the humans in Israel’s army have sufficient control over its technology?
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/11/israels-use-of-ai-in-gaza-is-coming-under-closer-scrutiny
New kebab store in Leipzig: free kebabs for people aged 70 and over: Leipzig. - There are only a few really good kebab stores in Leipzig, says Beshann Ahmadi, 25 ...
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How tactical voting might affect the British election: The evidence for co-ordinated anti-Tory behaviour
economist.com/britain/2024/04/18/how-tactical-voting-might-affect-the-british-election
Elon Musk is feuding with Brazil’s powerful Supreme Court: The court has become the de facto regulator of social media in the country
economist.com/the-americas/2024/04/14/elon-musk-is-feuding-with-brazils-powerful-supreme-court
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Bees, like humans, can preserve cultural traditions: Different colonies build in competing architectural styles
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/10/bees-like-humans-can-preserve-cultural-traditions
What China’s central bank and Costco shoppers have in common: Hint: it is not a fondness for cryptocurrencies
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/11/what-chinas-central-bank-and-costco-shoppers-have-in-common
Robert F. Kennedy junior doesn’t care if he condemns America to Trump: He’s a tree-hugging conspiracy theorist – and he’s running for president
economist.com/1843/2024/04/10/robert-f-kennedy-junior-doesnt-care-if-he-condemns-america-to-trump
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What Ramadan is like in Xinjiang: Our columnist visits a harshly controlled region
economist.com/china/2024/04/11/what-ramadan-is-like-in-xinjiang
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America’s trust in its institutions has collapsed: What are the consequences?
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/17/americas-trust-in-its-institutions-has-collapsed
Large language models are getting bigger and better : Can they keep improving forever?
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/17/large-language-models-are-getting-bigger-and-better
Think Tesla is in trouble? Pity even more its wannabe EV rivals: A fleet of electric-car startups is struggling to stay in business
economist.com/business/2024/04/07/think-tesla-is-in-trouble-pity-even-more-its-wannabe-ev-rivals
The push to decriminalise abortion in Britain heats up: But campaigners should be careful what they wish for
economist.com/britain/2024/04/18/the-push-to-decriminalise-abortion-in-britain-heats-up
India’s democracy needs a stronger opposition: The Congress party is set for a drubbing in the world’s biggest election
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/18/indias-democracy-needs-a-stronger-opposition
Russia is struggling to find its missing soldiers: As many as 25,000 could be MIA
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Retirement in the 60s is becoming impossible: “75 is the new 65”: Retiring in your 60s seems like an impossible dream for the younger generation ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/experte-ist-sich-sicher-ruhestand-in-den-sechzigern-wird-unmoeglich-75-ist-das-neue-65_id_259840289.html
In praise of Peter Higgs : The particle named after him became a selling point. For the man, it was a bit of a pain
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/11/in-praise-of-peter-higgs
Quick Glance: Physicist Peter Higgs Passes Away at 94
- Physicist Peter Higgs, whose theory of an undetected particle in the universe changed science, has died at 94, according to the University of Edinburgh.
- The discovery of the Higgs boson in 2012 at the CERN research center was a significant advancement in understanding the cosmos, steering physics towards once-fantastical ideas.
- Higgs, initially 'incompetent' in the physics lab, later specialized in theoretical physics, inspired by quantum physicist Paul Dirac from his school.
- The Higgs boson's completion of the Standard Model opened doors to explore unexplained aspects of the universe and abstract concepts like parallel universes, despite Higgs disliking the 'God particle' nickname.
Novak Djokovic eclipses Roger Federer's record for oldest man ranked No. 1 in tennis
apnews.com/article/novak-djokovic-roger-federer-oldest-rankings-c6980b6e8e8d807bdc37f6fd914af74b
Quick Glance: Tennis World Ranking: Djokovic Breaks Records
- Novak Djokovic, at 36 years and 321 days, remains the top player in the world ranking.
- Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer's record, holding the top spot for over 420 weeks.
- There were few changes in the top 10 of the world ranking before the Masters in Monte Carlo.
- Alexander Zverev is the top German player, ranking fifth overall.
Even without war in the Gulf, pricier petrol is here to stay: Expensive oil could put Donald Trump in the White House
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/17/even-without-war-in-the-gulf-pricier-petrol-is-here-to-stay
A trauma surgeon on why Gaza is the worst of war zones: It is like stepping back into the 19th century, says David Nott
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/15/a-trauma-surgeon-on-why-gaza-is-the-worst-of-war-zones
Welcome to an artificial-intelligence Utopia: What will humans do if technology solves everything?
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/09/welcome-to-an-artificial-intelligence-utopia
Why Ecuador risked global condemnation to storm Mexico’s embassy: Jorge Glas, who had claimed asylum from Mexico, is accused of abetting drug networks
economist.com/the-americas/2024/04/18/why-ecuador-risked-global-condemnation-to-storm-mexicos-embassy
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62 year old woman catfished by fake Gary Barlow on Facebook: A woman from Colchester was 'catfished' by a scam artist pretending to be Take That's ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/09/62-year-old-woman-catfished-fake-gary-barlow-facebook-20614844/
Quick Glance: 62-year-old Woman Duped by Fake Gary Barlow on Facebook
- A 62-year-old woman named Janet Smith was tricked by a scam artist pretending to be Gary Barlow from Take That.
- After persuading the fake Gary to reveal his true identity, it turned out to be a 24-year-old man from Nigeria.
- Smith has decided to warn others about online scammers after learning that the scammer asked her for money, claiming to love her.
- She highlighted the risk older people face when adding fake celebrities on social media, emphasizing the potential financial losses and damage to celebrities' reputations.
Will China’s ties with Israel survive the Gaza war?: Some Israelis are rethinking the country that refuses to call Hamas a terrorist group
economist.com/china/2024/04/10/will-chinas-ties-with-israel-survive-the-gaza-war
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"It wasn't brave, it was my dream": Jane Goodall turns 90 on Wednesday. In an interview in 2018, the famous researcher described how she set off to Africa as a ...
spektrum.de/news/jane-goodall-ein-leben-fuer-die-schimpansen/1545469
What is screen time doing to children?: Demands grow to restrict young people’s access to phones and social media
economist.com/science-and-technology/2024/04/17/what-is-screen-time-doing-to-children
China’s state is eating the private property market: Pity those soon to buy a home
economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/04/11/chinas-state-is-eating-the-private-property-market
Mike Johnson may have to choose between Ukraine aid and his job: The Republican House speaker is trapped by hardliners on his own side
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/11/mike-johnson-may-have-to-choose-between-ukraine-aid-and-his-job
Introducing Middle East Dispatch, our latest newsletter: Get to grips with a region that plays a vital role in geopolitics, the climate and the world economy
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/16/introducing-middle-east-dispatch-our-latest-newsletter
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The short-sighted Israeli army: Force alone cannot bring security
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/11/the-short-sighted-israeli-army
After one year of war, Sudan is a failing state : Half a million may starve without urgent help
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/15/after-one-year-of-war-sudan-is-a-failing-state
“Never underestimate the extent to which Bibi can make a bad situation worse.”: Also on the daily podcast: Trump’s first criminal trial gets underway and ...
economist.com/podcasts/2024/04/15/never-underestimate-the-extent-to-which-bibi-can-make-a-bad-situation-worse
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Where are all the British robots?: Firms’ small size is the biggest barrier to automation
economist.com/britain/2024/04/16/where-are-all-the-british-robots
Salman Rushdie’s gripping take on being stabbed: “Knife” is a memoir about the attack in 2022 but also a love story
economist.com/culture/2024/04/16/salman-rushdies-gripping-take-on-his-assault
Russia’s ferocious glide-bomb campaign: For now, Ukraine has no answer to it
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/russias-ferocious-glide-bomb-campaign
Ukraine’s second city faces a renewed Russian threat: Also on the daily podcast: Mexico’s ‘desaparecidos’ and lotteries
economist.com/podcasts/2024/04/11/ukraines-second-city-faces-a-renewed-russian-threat
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Local British politics is a mix of the good, the bad and the mad: Devolution is messier—and weirder—than people think
economist.com/britain/2024/04/17/local-british-politics-is-a-mix-of-the-good-the-bad-and-the-mad
Houston, Texas: where asylum cases come to die: Some immigration lawyers relish a challenge
economist.com/1843/2024/04/14/houston-texas-where-asylum-cases-come-to-die
By 2100 half the world’s children will be born in sub-Saharan Africa: Fertility rates are falling faster everywhere else
economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/16/what-a-baby-boom-means-for-africa
UFOs are going mainstream: Crowdsourcing sightings could lead to answers
economist.com/graphic-detail/2024/04/09/ufos-are-going-mainstream
Why most people regret Brexit: A majority of British voters now believe the split was a mistake
economist.com/britain/2024/04/11/why-most-people-regret-brexit
True swing voters are extraordinarily rare in America: We have found some
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/11/true-swing-voters-are-extraordinarily-rare-in-america
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