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A Row Erupts Over Texas’ Bold Bitcoin Battery Plan: Bitcoin miners say they can help stabilize a shaky power grid and prevent blackouts ...
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UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...
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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.
US 'not involved in any offensive operation' after Israel carries retaliatory attacks against Iran
wionews.com/world/blinken-says-us-not-involved-in-any-offensive-operation-713037
Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos
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Dan Patrick’s fight against Dade Phelan: Over the past nine years, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has consolidated power in the Texas Senate to make himself the most ...
dallasnews.com/news/politics/2024/04/19/lt-gov-dan-patrick-rules-the-texas-senate-now-he-seeks-influence-in-the-house/
Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...
apnews.com/article/mayorkas-senate-impeachment-trial-democrats-29aa775c0e866f4160f320583f261a72
Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
College is hard enough — try doing it while raising kids: More than 5 million college students are also parents. But many colleges do little to support them ...
npr.org/2024/04/18/1243709966/college-student-parents-child-care-costs
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
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Greg Abbott Under Fire Over Texas School Budget Cuts: Abbott and the Texas GOP are being blamed for the financial struggles of public schools in the state.
newsweek.com/greg-abbott-under-fire-texas-school-budget-cuts-1891709
Afghanistan: The latest on the Taliban takeover: Since the Taliban took power on August 15, 2021, living conditions for girls and women have deteriorated ...
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Donald Trump: How he becomes the star of a political thriller: A criminal trial that would make screenwriters green with envy begins in New York ...
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Child sexual abuse content growing online with AI-made images, report says: More children and families extorted with AI-made photos and videos ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/16/child-sexual-abuse-content-online-ai
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott among 100 most influential people named by Time: Abbott was one of the few American politicians to make the list, which also included ...
houstonchronicle.com/politics/texas/article/greg-abbott-time-influential-people-19408066.php
Rock icon slams Taylor Swift: ‘Not important’: Fan footage has shown the carefree moment Travis Kelce lifts Taylor Swift over his head during a Dom Dolla set at ...
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Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'
- Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'
- Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.
- She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.
- Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.
'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentencing: Watch live: A movie weapons supervisor has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for the fatal shooting of a ...
apnews.com/article/rust-alec-baldwin-shooting-armorer-sentencing-627373b6fd8aabe1f25050943777daba
Quick Glance: 'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months in Fatal Shooting
- Former 'Rust' movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the New Mexico District Court Judge.
- The incident that shocked the film industry is believed to mark the first instance in recent history of a member of a film crew or cast being fatally injured by a live round mistakenly loaded into a firearm.
- Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July 10 following his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in January.
- Initially, Hutchins' death led to a halt in the use of real firearms and blank ammunition by US film and television productions, but many have resumed usage due to the authenticity they provide.
After 100 Years, Lake Tahoe Is Seeing An Old Friend: The Sandhill Crane: Sandhill cranes are returning to the Lake Tahoe basin after a century long hiatus in ...
laist.com/news/climate-environment/lake-tahoe-sandhill-cranes-return
Trial kicks off with a setback for ex-President Trump: For the first time in US history, a criminal trial against an ex-president has begun ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika/trump-prozess-schweigegeld-102.html
Eliminating Texas property tax move would ruin public school funding: Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has ordered the Texas Senate to come up with a plan to eliminate ...
houstonchronicle.com/business/columnists/tomlinson/article/texas-property-tax-elimination-schools-19399995.php
Librarians fear new penalties, even prison, as activists challenge books: Across the country, book bans and attempted bans have soared to the highest levels in ...
apnews.com/article/book-bans-libraries-lawsuits-fines-prison-0914fa6cbb2a99b540cbbd28a38179b4
Boomers Bought Up the Big Homes. Now They’re Not Budging.: Many empty-nesters are staying put rather than downsizing, keeping housing inventory tight in a market ...
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Caitlin Clark Takes Down Michael Che Over His Women's Sports Digs On 'Weekend Update'
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Letitia James Celebrates Two Wins in One Week: James reached an agreement with Stephen Affatato and his company, Affa Organics, after he destroyed parts of the ...
newsweek.com/letitia-james-celebrates-2-wins-one-week-1889853
Impending escalation: Israel's military on full alert due to possible Iranian retaliation
spiegel.de/ausland/israels-militaer-wegen-moeglichen-vergeltungsschlags-irans-in-voller-alarmbereitschaft-a-d7788dbd-3ba5-438f-892c-e1bba7e879e4
Muslims as an electoral potential in the USA: Islam has been part of the nation since the USA was founded, and more and more immigrants from the Middle East and ...
nzz.ch/meinung/die-praesidentenmacher-muslimische-und-arabischstaemmige-amerikaner-ld.1824550
Can this anti-voucher Texas Republican survive Abbott's campaign blitz: State Rep. John Kuempel faces Alan Schoolcraft in a race that could help set the future ...
expressnews.com/politics/article/greg-abbott-vouchers-schoolcraft-kuempel-19392112.php
Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador, sentenced to 15 years for serving as secret agent for Cuba
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Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba
- Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.
- Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.
- The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.
- The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.
BREAKING: The Republican-controlled US House of Representatives voted to reauthorize a controversial surveillance program ...
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Greg Abbott Celebrates New Migrant Detention Milestone: Texan authorities have detained over 507,200 suspected illegal migrants under Operation Lone Star ...
newsweek.com/greg-abbott-celebrates-new-migrant-detention-milestone-1890063
Greg Abbott Issues Dire Warning Over Medicaid Changes: The Texas governor urged Joe Biden to "abandon his new Medicaid policies" and warned they could "devastate ...
newsweek.com/greg-abbott-warning-joe-biden-medicaid-changes-texas-1889697
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott spends $435K per migrant stopped: With fewer migrants encountered at the U.S.-Mexico border, Abbott claims victory. But let's do the math.
houstonchronicle.com/opinion/outlook/article/abbott-texas-border-waste-19399412.php
Hidalgo County issues disaster declaration for ongoing drought: There is risk of wildfire due to the drought, according to the county's declaration.
expressnews.com/news/article/hidalgo-county-drought-disaster-declaration-19401268.php
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Hush money trial: Trump forced to listen silently to people insulting him: Over the past week, Donald Trump has been forced to sit inside a frigid New York ...
apnews.com/article/trump-trial-jurors-hush-money-criticism-b4fe05a61ed566a587523d1120b46a76
Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults
- Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.
- Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.
- Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.
- Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.
A Nigerian chess champion plays the royal game for 58 hours — a new global chess record
apnews.com/article/tunde-onakoya-chess-education-times-square-ddce680a20f7a00a2041a2c47feb7e71
Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Global Chess Record with 60-Hour Game
- A Nigerian chess champion played chess for 60 hours in New York City's Times Square to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon.
- Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for children's education across Africa through this record attempt.
- Support for Onakoya's attempt came from online and on-site, including Nigerian music star Davido.
- For every hour of gameplay, Onakoya and his opponent had only five minutes of break time, benefiting from support from Nigerians in the U.S., global leaders, celebrities, and hundreds of passersby.
Man who set himself on fire outside Trump's Manhattan hush money trial dies: Maxwell Azzarello doused himself in liquid before throwing conspiracy-theory ...
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Tennessee Volkswagen employees overwhelmingly vote to join United Auto Workers union
apnews.com/article/volkswagen-union-vote-united-auto-workers-chattanooga-51544590d8a06efddfa2f6ac7db00fbe
Quick Glance: Historic Step: Volkswagen Workers in Tennessee Vote to Join Union
- Employees at a Volkswagen factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, have decided to join the United Auto Workers union.
- This vote marks a significant milestone for the UAW's efforts to support nonunion factories.
- The decision has led to upcoming bargaining between Volkswagen and the union.
- The new UAW President Shawn Fain, backed by President Joe Biden, has previously led successful strikes against major automakers in Detroit resulting in lucrative new contracts.
Ukraine, Israel aid bill on track as House pushes toward votes: The House has pushed a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U ...
apnews.com/article/house-ukraine-speaker-johnson-mtg-68a810a998381dfd9f4c3c4e452b9f51
Quick Glance: Ukraine, Israel Aid Bill Advances in House
- The House has advanced a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian support with rare bipartisan support.
- Speaker Mike Johnson implemented a strategy to secure support for wartime funding, especially for Ukraine in its battle against Russia.
- President Joe Biden and even Republican presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump have endorsed the speaker's efforts.
- To pass each bill, complex bipartisan coalitions need to be formed by Johnson due to his slim Republican majority in the House, relying on Democratic support.
Trump trial in New York: Man dies of self-inflicted burns: What remained were leaflets with conspiracy theories: A 37-year-old set himself on fire in front of ...
spiegel.de/ausland/donald-trump-new-york-city-mann-stirbt-an-selbst-zugefuegten-brandverletzungen-a-780b660d-ee10-46bc-a4f3-b1a21330b58f
Proud Boys group leader sentenced to over 5 years in prison for attacking police during Capitol riot
apnews.com/article/scott-miller-proud-boys-sentencing-capitol-riot-212ce817b7c04c6d9ac433e766b7cb9e
Quick Glance: Proud Boys Leader Sentenced to Over 5 Years in Prison for Capitol Riot Assaults
- A far-right extremist group leader received a sentence of over five years for assaulting police during the U.S. Capitol attack.
- Miller's white supremacist ideology influenced his decision to storm the Capitol.
- Judge Tanya Chutkan warned of potential future extremism and sentenced Miller to five years and six months in prison.
- While Miller apologized for his actions, evidence of violent and racist views was found on his devices.
House Speaker Mike Johnson risks job to deliver aid to Ukraine: Staring down a decision so consequential it could alter the course of history -- but also end his ...
apnews.com/article/house-ukraine-aid-speaker-ouster-c525efc953d532242d6d441c55724992
EXCLUSIVE: Kind Founders Reveal How They're Building A Better Web3 For Creators, Gamers And Communities -
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How much does the ‘American dream’ cost in your state?: Dreaming of a white picket fence? It might only be a dream.
thehill.com/homenews/nexstar_media_wire/4595155-how-much-does-the-american-dream-cost-in-your-state/
Quick Glance: Cost of the 'American Dream' by State
- The American Dream is expensive in every state, with Hawaii being the most costly.
- In six states, the American Dream costs less than $125,000.
- California and Hawaii have the largest disparities between dream-life costs and median household income.
- The average U.S. mortgage rates have recently risen to their highest level in five weeks.
Deconstructing the spectacle and stagecraft of a Donald Trump rally: Campaign rallies are a defining feature of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s ...
reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-election-trump-rally/
Quick Glance: Analyzing the Spectacle and Stagecraft of a Donald Trump Rally
- Donald Trump's rallies are a defining feature of his presidential campaigns, aimed at providing an emotional experience to his supporters and attracting new backers.
- The Trump campaign uses the rallies to collect and analyze attendee data, hoping to translate it into votes.
- The Green Bay event was weeks in the making, with the stagecraft meticulously planned to provide guests with a unique experience.
- In his speech in Green Bay, Trump repeated the claim that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him and used dystopian language to paint a picture of America locked in a battle between good and evil.
Donald Trump’s $175mn bond should be invalidated, New York attorney-general says: Letitia James’s office says former president should have to post a new bond ...
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Quick Glance: New York Attorney-General Calls for Invalidation of Donald Trump's $175mn Bond
- Letitia James' office argues that Donald Trump's bond is not backed by sufficient collateral or supported by an appropriately licensed firm.
- The attorney-general's office suggests that the $175mn bond, underwritten by Knight Specialty Insurance Company, should be deemed ineffective, and Trump should be given another week to secure an alternative backer.
- The attorney-general's office contends that the bond is invalid as it is supported by a company that does not possess the required qualification certificate for a valid surety in New York and that insufficient information regarding the collateral was provided.
- Trump's lawyers claimed securing a bond for the full judgment amount was 'impossible', leading the court to reduce it to $175mn. Knight underwrote the bond, yet lacks the necessary certification for a valid surety in New York.
Quality problems and sales decline: The disenchantment of Elon Musk and Tesla: Elon Musk is currently toppling his own monument. He is cutting at least 14 ...
kleinezeitung.at/wirtschaft/18379748/die-entzauberung-von-elon-musk-und-tesla
House on the brink of approving Ukraine and Israel aid after long struggle: The House is preparing to vote on approval of $95 billion in foreign aid for Ukraine ...
apnews.com/article/ukraine-aid-israel-tiktok-congress-a8910452e623413bf1da1e491d1d94ba
Oklahoma City bombing still 'heavy in our hearts' on 29th anniversary, federal official says
apnews.com/article/oklahoma-city-bombing-anniversary-mcveigh-5e9c0ec8550dd08a147764952703c8d3
Quick Glance: Remembering Oklahoma City Bombing Victims
- Deputy Homeland Security Adviser Caitlin Durkovich emphasized that the events of Oklahoma City 29 years ago still weigh heavily on our hearts and that a similar terrorist attack must never happen again.
- The ceremony commemorating the 168 victims began with 168 seconds of silence for each individual killed and concluded with the reading of the names of the victims.
- The motives of the bombers included hate, intolerance, ignorance, conspiracy theories, misinformation, and extreme political views.
- In a gesture of remembrance for the bombing victims, Governor Stitt ordered that the American and state flags on state buildings be flown at half-staff until Friday at 5 p.m.
Texas AG Ken Paxton can be disciplined for suit to overturn 2020 election, court says
apnews.com/article/texas-attorney-general-2020-election-ae4d4e0ea614b6476c56cf7de2f87d3d
Tesla Recalling nearly 4,000 Cybertrucks Because Accelerator Pedal Can Get Stuck
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Quick Glance: Tesla Cybertrucks Recall Issued
- Tesla responds to defective accelerator pedals in nearly 3,900 Cybertruck pickups causing unintended acceleration.
- The recall involves Cybertruck vehicles manufactured between November 2023 and April 2024.
- An unauthorized use of soap during the accelerator pedal assembly likely led to the defect.
- Tesla voluntarily recalled the vehicles on April 12 due to two customer complaints.
VW Workers in Tennessee Vote for Union: The Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga is set to become the first unionized auto factory in the South not owned by one of ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/business/economy/volkswagen-united-automobile-workers-union.html
After VW plant victory, UAW sets its sights on Mercedes in Alabama: The United Auto Workers has made history by winning its first unionization vote at an auto ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/after-vw-plant-victory-uaw-sets-its-sights-mercedes-alabama-2024-04-20/
Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti — uses a very slim blower design: We reported on the sighting of a single-slot Galax GeForce RTX 4060 Ti 16GB blower ...
tomshardware.com/pc-components/gpus/galax-launches-single-slot-rtx-4060-ti-uses-a-very-slim-blower-design
Quick Glance: Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti with slim blower design
- The Nvidia GeForce RTX 4060 Ti offers weak performance for the price, regardless of the memory configuration.
- Potential buyers of the slim new Galax card should expect reference specs, including a 2,535 MHz boost clock.
- The Galax launches single-slot RTX 4060 Ti performed similarly to its fatter iGame rival, despite the minor OC advantage.
- The slim blower fan design from Galax enables the sleek design and doesn't seem to impact the performance level of a reference RTX 4060 Ti.
Lifetime Ban Sends Strong Message to ‘Stupid’ Would-Be NBA Gamblers: Coach: Commissioner Adam Silver sent a message to would-be NBA gamblers with his harsh ...
heavy.com/sports/nba/jontay-porter-gamble-suspension/
Quick Glance: Lifetime Ban as Warning to NBA Gamblers: Coach
- Commissioner Adam Silver's firm stance on Raptors bench player Jontay Porter serves as a cautionary tale for potential NBA gamblers.
- The NBA's decision to ban Jontay Porter due to his involvement in gambling did not come as a surprise to anyone in the league.
- NBA bit players pose a gambling risk and were seen as an ideal example in this cautionary tale, as mentioned by an NBA coach.
- Porter's limited significance as a player will lead to the story fading quickly, even though it may be referenced in relation to his brother Michael Porter Jr. and the Nuggets during the playoffs.
LSU's Angel Reese has chosen her new nickname as she joins the Chicago Sky: LSU's Angel Reese has chosen "Chi Barbie" as her new nickname as she joins ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-chooses-her-new-nickname-with-chicago-sky/article_96e3cf4e-74e6-506c-b671-1f1b27c6bb79.html
After Roe v Wade, alarms sound about emergency pregnancy care in U.S.: Complaints about pregnant women being turned away from emergency rooms spiked in the ...
apnews.com/article/pregnancy-emergency-care-abortion-supreme-court-roe-9ce6c87c8fc653c840654de1ae5f7a1c
Quick Glance: Alarming Conditions in Emergency Pregnancy Care for Women in the US
- Complaints surged about pregnant women being turned away from U.S. emergency rooms after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, as per federal documents.
- The cases raise serious questions about emergency pregnancy care in the U.S., especially in states with strict abortion laws that sparked confusion about the treatment doctors can provide.
Congress Speeds TikTok Ban Bill By Adding It To Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Aid Package
forbes.com/sites/johannacostigan/2024/04/18/new-legislative-package-proposes-aid-for-ukraine-israel-taiwan-and-banning-tiktok/
Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Oxford shuts down institute run by Elon Musk-backed philosopher: Nick Bostrom’s Future of Humanity Institute closed this week in what Swedish-born philosopher ...
theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/19/oxford-future-of-humanity-institute-closes
Nike to lay off 740 employees at Oregon headquarters: Nike will lay off about 740 employees at its world headquarters in Oregon, a letter showed on Friday ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/nike-lay-off-740-employees-oregon-headquarters-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Nike announces layoffs impacting 740 at Oregon headquarters
- Nike announced that 740 workers at its headquarters in Washington County will be affected.
- The layoffs began as the second wave of a mass layoff.
- Employees were asked to work from home next week.
- Nike plans to cut costs and boost sales with new products.
Loss-making Warner Bros Discovery's CEO pay rises to $50 mln in 2023: Warner Bros Discovery CEO David Zaslav's annual compensation rose nearly 27% to $49 ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/warner-bros-ceo-pay-rose-nearly-27-2023-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: GOP's Financial Woes Resolved?
- After positive fundraising headlines for Donald Trump and the Republican National Committee (RNC), it seems the campaign is back on track, but the expenses for success were immense.
- While the Trump-RNC Joint Fundraising Committee, 'Trump 47 Victory', raised millions of dollars, only a fraction of it went towards political activities, exacerbating the financial crisis of the RNC.
- In comparison, the Biden-DNC committee, 'Biden Victory', was able to more effectively redirect funds and financially support Democratic parties in the states.
- A decision by the Federal Election Commission allowed the RNC to use funds from their 'legal' account for campaign advertising, temporarily easing the party's financial crisis but with long-term implications for both parties.
US Senate has agreement on FISA reauthorization, will vote on Friday night, Schumer says
reuters.com/world/us/us-senate-has-agreement-fisa-reauthorization-will-vote-friday-night-schumer-says-2024-04-20/
Trump trial live updates: Person taken away on stretcher after fire extinguished outside court
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My God, Trump! How dangerous are the nationalist Christians in the USA?: Christian nationalist representatives were present when Trump supporters stormed the ...
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LIVE: Donald Trump's criminal trial over hush money payment continues: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads from China store under pressure from Beijing: Internet regulator orders delisting of two Meta-owned apps over ‘national ...
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Quick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
More than half US Air Force's B-2 stealth bombers stage mass fly-off: Photos show the mass fly-off of 12 B-2s at Whiteman Air Force Base earlier this week.
businessinsider.com/more-than-half-air-forces-b2-stealth-bombers-mass-fly-2024-4
Aaron Rodgers Plays Ball With Podcasters and Conspiracy Theorists: The N.F.L. great was supposed to be the Jets’ savior. But since arriving in New York ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/nyregion/aaron-rodgers-jets-podcasts.html
Quick Glance: Aaron Rodgers and the Podcast Conspiracy
- Aaron Rodgers, along with other pro football players, spent a week in Costa Rica in search of transformation.
- During his retreat, news from his home country emerged, including the possibility of running for vice president and conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre.
- These unusual events contrast with the image expected of an N.F.L. champion, raising questions about Rodgers' stance and actions.
- Despite his athletic success and prominence in the entertainment industry, Aaron Rodgers' recent activities and statements have put him in the spotlight, challenging his role as a player and personality.
Biden administration restricts oil and gas leasing in Alaska: The U.S. oil industry’s top lobbying group says Biden administration rules restricting oil and gas ...
apnews.com/article/alaska-drilling-petroleum-reserve-biden-1dd8c07d2ed6e902ee6ac6298e2eaade
Quick Glance: Restrictions on Oil and Gas Leasing in Alaska under Biden Administration
- The Biden administration announced restrictions on new oil and gas leasing on 5.3 million hectares of a federal petroleum reserve in Alaska to protect wildlife from the impacts of climate change.
- The decision finalizes proposed protections that drew backlash from environmentalists last year for violating Biden's climate change pledge.
- The limitation on new leasing faced opposition from Republican lawmakers who criticized the decisions as undermining national security interests.
- Environmentalists praised the decision, while the oil industry labeled it as misguided and raised concerns about future developments in the reserve.
JPMorgan warns of need for ‘reality check’ on phasing out fossil fuels: US bank says higher interest rates, inflation and global conflict have dented outlook for ...
ft.com/content/352b38a7-f298-4b54-adc2-f4cc1b17444b
Quick Glance: JPMorgan warns of Need for 'Reality Check' on Phasing out Fossil Fuels
- JPMorgan warns of setbacks in transitioning to renewable energy due to higher interest rates, inflation, and global conflicts.
- Investment in renewable energy currently offers subpar returns, potentially leading to social unrest.
- JPMorgan forecasts increasing demand for oil and gas until 2030, highlighting challenges in transitioning to renewable energy.
- Wood Mackenzie warns of the impact of higher interest rates on transitioning to a global net-zero economy, especially for renewables and nuclear power.
San Jose: The Bay Area’s first Burger Pit opened in 1953. The last one is closing Tuesday
mercurynews.com/2024/04/19/san-jose-the-first-burger-pit-opened-in-1953-the-last-one-is-closing-tuesday/
Quick Glance: San Jose: The End of Iconic Burger Pit After 71 Years
- Paul Berger, the aptly named owner, closed the last Burger Pit location in San Jose after a surge of customers present until the closure on April 23, 2024.
- The Burger Pit chain, originally founded in the 1950s by Albert Berger, will come to an end with the closing of the last location in the South Bay area.
- Owner Berger, who upheld his father's philosophy of good food at reasonable prices, will close the business after 71 years and take the popular chili recipe to the grave.
- Despite the nostalgic feel and popular dishes of Burger Pit, customers will primarily miss the conviviality as they bid farewell to long-time staff and the historic location.
Kennedy family endorses Joe Biden for president in snub of RFK Jr: Kerry Kennedy compared Biden to her late father Robert F Kennedy - the former US senator and ...
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr.'s Environmental Colleagues Urge Him to End Presidential Bid
- Nearly 50 leaders and activists who worked with Mr. Kennedy at an environmental nonprofit group will run ads calling on him to “Honor our planet, drop out.”
- As an independent candidate for the White House, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., claims he would be the “best environment president in American history,” drawing on his past as a crusading lawyer who went after polluters in New York.
- But dozens of Mr. Kennedy’s former colleagues at the Natural Resources Defense Council are calling on him to withdraw from the race, in full-page advertisements sponsored by the group’s political arm that are expected to appear in newspapers in six swing states on Sunday.
- Separately, a dozen other national environmental organizations have issued an open letter calling Mr. Kennedy “ a “dangerous conspiracy theorist and a science denier” who promotes “toxic beliefs” on vaccines and on climate change.
Photos: LSU's Bryant and Finnegan Capture Individual Championships: LSU senior Haleigh Bryant captured the Nation Championship in the all-around and junior Aleah ...
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/multimedia/photos-lsus-bryant-and-finnegan-capture-individual-championships/collection_bd553853-db37-5130-8e19-b16da24aa385.html
US appeals court split over Florida ban on Chinese citizens owning property: A U.S. appeals court on Friday appeared divided over whether to block a Florida law ...
reuters.com/legal/government/us-appeals-court-split-over-florida-ban-chinese-citizens-owning-property-2024-04-19/
I-70 and I-71 construction around Columbus to extend into the 2030s, according to ODOT
dispatch.com/story/news/traffic/2024/04/19/i-70-and-i-71-construction-to-extend-into-the-2030s-according-to-odot/73341994007/
Taylor Swift reveals 'secret' double album in '2am surprise' - including track inspired by boyfriend Travis Kelce
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Quick Glance: Taylor Swift's New Album 'The Tortured Poets Department' Needs an Editor: Review
- Taylor Swift's 11th studio album delves into her recent romances over 16 songs and a second LP, but the recurring themes yield diminishing returns.
- Swift's stretch of productivity and commercial success was also emotionally tumultuous, as revealed in her album 'The Tortured Poets Department.'
- The album returns to autobiographical and sometimes spiteful tales of heartbreak, full of detailed, referential lyrics that Swift's fans will delight in decoding.
- The first two songs of the album serve as potent reminders of how viscerally Swift can summon the flushed delirium of a doomed romance, with the title track showcasing a humanizing touch.
NASA solar sail to be Siriusly visible in orbit from Earth: Look out for a new star next week
theregister.com/2024/04/19/nasa_solar_sail/
Salmon Creek set to welcome Trader Joe’s on May 2: Clark County’s second Trader Joe’s grocery store, at 14007 N.E. 10th Ave. in Salmon Creek, will open May 2.
columbian.com/news/2024/apr/19/salmon-creek-set-to-welcome-trader-joes-on-may-2/
Quick Glance: New Trader Joe's Branch to Open in Salmon Creek on May 2
- After many years with only one Trader Joe's in Clark County, the company is planning to open a third branch in East Vancouver. The second location in Salmon Creek is expected to open on May 2.
- A brief opening ceremony will take place before the doors open at 8 a.m. The store will operate daily from 8 in the morning until 9 in the evening.
- Situated in the new Skyview Station at the intersection of Northeast 10th and 139th Avenues, the store spans 10,000 square feet. The management has hired 75 new employees and is transferring an additional 25 from other local Trader Joe's branches.
- The Californian grocery store will contribute all unsold yet usable products to various nonprofit and community organizations.
Haleigh Bryant, Aleah Finnegan lead LSU to NCAA gymnastics semifinal win with 198.1125 score
theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-gymnastics-advances-to-ncaa-final-with-1981125-score/article_145cf7dc-7597-5620-abc7-70b34daa5112.html
Electric cars, solar panels and wind turbines: dispute over China's overcapacity: Is China flooding the world with cheap solar panels, wind turbines or electric ...
nzz.ch/meinung/chinas-exporte-das-westliche-jammern-ist-scheinheilig-ld.1826559
Former Jan. 6 panel chair seeks to strip Secret Service protection from felons: The former chair of the now-disbanded Jan. 6 committee introduced a bill Friday ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4605774-former-jan-6-panel-chair-bill-secret-service-protection-felons/
Lauren Boebert Gets Support for Becoming House Speaker: Representative Matt Gaetz said he believes the congresswoman would do a better job in the role than ...
newsweek.com/lauren-boebert-gets-support-becoming-house-speaker-1892294
Apple removes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on government order: Apple removed Meta Platforms' WhatsApp and Threads from its App Store in China on ...
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