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In-N-Out Burger plans second WA location: The California fast-food chain has proposed a second restaurant in Clark County, with 84 indoor seats ...
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Quick Glance: In-N-Out Proposes Second Location in Clark County's East Vancouver
- In-N-Out has proposed a new location in Clark County to meet the growing demand in East Vancouver, as indicated by the pre-planning documents submitted.
- The proposed property currently hosts a vacant Rite Aid building and is set to make room for a modern development with a new restaurant if the planning application is approved.
- The plans include a spacious building accommodating 84 guests, along with a well-designed drive-thru lane for 30 cars and ample parking spaces for 74 vehicles.
- In addition to the stucco building, the restaurant will feature a patio with seating and will operate from 10:30 a.m. until midnight on weekdays and until 1:30 a.m. on weekends.
Building at end of Southern California pier catches fire, sending smoke billowing onto beach
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Quick Glance: Historic Pier in Southern California Engulfed in Flames
- A vacant restaurant at the end of a historic pier in Southern California caught fire.
- The fire also spread to Brine Box, a fish shack at the end of the pier.
- The Oceanside Fire Department was working to extinguish the fire and urged citizens to stay away from the affected area.
- The cause of the fire was unknown initially, but reports mentioned that the pier was built in 1888 and is a focal point of Oceanside.
Blackstone to buy restaurant chain Tropical Smoothie: Blackstone has agreed to buy Tropical Smoothie Cafe, the private equity firm said on Wednesday ...
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Vegan restaurant switches to meat, says plant-based diet won't save planet: In a move condemned by PETA, Sage Vegan Bistro in LA is rebranding to include meat on ...
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Portland strip club, site of recent fatal shooting, has new potential tenant: Chick-fil-A
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Cicadas are emerging — and they’re so loud, some called the sheriff: Some in Newberry County, S.C., thought the noise was a siren. The sheriff assured them it ...
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A photographer documented Black cowboys across the U.S. for a new book: NPR's A Martinez speaks with photojournalist Ivan McClellan about his new book ...
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Gaza protests in the US are expanding: They are targeted and well organized: The student protests in the USA are expanding and are becoming increasingly better ...
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U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.6%: U.S. economic growth slowed in the first part of the year, falling short of economists’ expectations.
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Quick Glance: Unlikelihood of Fed Rate Cut Before Elections Disrupts Markets
- Investors cast doubt on a Fed rate cut before September.
- Expectations are now fully priced in for a rate cut on November 6-7.
- The shift in market expectations stemmed from inflation and growth data.
- There is now an estimated 75 percent likelihood of a Fed rate cut by September.
Why Do Millennials Feel Compelled To Write 'Lol' After Everything?: "I’ve transitioned to ‘haha’ instead of ‘lol’ because I read that 'lol' is millennial-coded."
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Ukraine uses long-range missiles secretly provided by US to hit Russian-held areas, officials say
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Massive fire rips through restaurant in Cornwall: A number of engines are currently battling the fire at a restaurant in London Apprentice
cornwalllive.com/news/cornwall-news/live-kingswood-restaurant-fire-devastates-9247666
Joe Biden signs the bill that could ban TikTok in the United States: The bill that will force a sale or ban of TikTok in the United States is now law.
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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.
US births retreat after pandemic-era growth: The number of births in the United States fell by 2% in 2023 from the previous year, driven in part by a marked ...
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Quick Glance: Decline in US Births, Teen Births at Record Low: CDC
- The overall number of births in the United States dropped in 2023 as teenage births reached a record low, according to new provisional federal data published early Thursday.
- Between 2015 and 2020, there was an average decrease in the number of births by 2% per year, including a 4% decline from 2019 to 2020.
- There was a slight increase in births by 1% from 2020 to 2021, and the number remained generally stable from 2021 to 2022, according to the report.
Family of man killed when Chicago police fired 96 times during traffic stop file wrongful death suit
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'A significant portion of my income': Diner charged extra $2,000 for $20.90 meal at Collin's restaurant
asiaone.com/singapore/significant-portion-my-income-diner-charged-extra-2000-2090-meal-collins-restaurant
Trier: Katzentempel opens branch on Brotstrasse: The “Katzentempel” restaurant is now opening to guests. Trier will be one of the company's 16 locations in ...
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Fire burns a restaurant and hotel in eastern India, killing 6 and injuring 20: A major fire that engulfed a restaurant and hotel in eastern India killed at least ...
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New restaurant in Erfurt even attracts Bodo Ramelow's attention: Mahmoud Makhlouf prepares traditional Libyan dishes in Erfurt.
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Former Granby and Halfway House to re-open next month under new ownership: The new venue could become Venney & Co at The Granby in a nod to its previous glory
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The Italyans closes Romford Shopping Hall restaurant: A family-owned Italian restaurant that opened in Romford Shopping Hall just three months ago has said it is ...
romfordrecorder.co.uk/news/24276811.italyans-close-romford-shopping-hall-restaurant/
Podolski kebab store in Bad Godesberg is about to open: Things are still changing in Bad Godesberg's city center. Some retailers and restaurants are closing ...
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Paid articlePaid Seizing Russian funds: the USA is tinkering with international law: Congress authorizes President Biden to seize Russian dollar reserves for the reconstruction ...
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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.
Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers
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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers
- The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.
- The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.
- The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.
- The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.
FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...
apnews.com/article/jobs-employers-noncompete-agreements-economy-pay-4d7b3eb8e143cfd52025c7f2f5259fc4
Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Charles move left ‘furious’ Harry ‘in tears’: Prince Harry was left “furious” and “in tears” after his father decided to evict his family from Frogmore Cottage ...
news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/royals/prince-harry-furious-in-tears-over-king-charles-decision/news-story/cf2233850121b9d243f4ead9abb51ac7
Quick Glance: Meghan Markle's Podcast Delayed until 2025 - Issues with Schedule
- Meghan Markle's podcast with Lemonada Media has been delayed until next year, as reported by sources.
- The company is struggling to launch the podcast to avoid overshadowing by the Duchess's new Netflix project.
- The couple signed a lucrative $100 million Netflix deal and have two new series in early production stages.
- Markle is currently focusing on her new brand and Netflix series centered around cooking and polo.
Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
apnews.com/article/isreal-easterday-confederate-flag-capitol-riot-c415036515508a9e28e9561e901c74f7
'That's our crab!' Charmaine Sheh eats at Kelly Jie Seafood, has owners rushing down to meet her
asiaone.com/entertainment/thats-our-crab-charmaine-sheh-eats-kelly-jie-seafood-has-owners-rushing-down-meet-her
Restaurateur sues! “People leave right after they eat”: At the beginning of the year, the VAT on food in restaurants was increased to the full 19 percent ...
focus.de/finanzen/news/hohe-preise-restaurantbesitzer-klagt-die-leute-gehen-gleich-nachdem-sie-gegessen-haben_id_259874694.html
“All he talks about is revenge”: Author Rushdie urgently warns against Donald Trump’s re-election
spiegel.de/ausland/salman-rushdie-donald-trump-waere-bei-zweiter-amtszeit-schlimmer-a-3bfc8a05-b6ae-4359-82c4-64196549c33f
House Approves Bill Banning TikTok in the US (Again): Congress tries again with a TikTok ban, this time bundling it into a foreign aid package.
uk.pcmag.com/mobile-apps/151942/a-bill-banning-tiktok-in-the-us-just-passed-the-house
Tesla cuts its car prices around the world after week of turmoil for the company: The company dropped its starting prices of its Model X, Model Y and Model S by ...
npr.org/2024/04/21/1246256484/tesla-car-price-cuts-elon-musk-cybertruck
Latin restaurant Malo has a new owner who will keep the margaritas and tacos flowing
desmoinesregister.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/04/23/todd-millang-buys-malo-keeps-the-latin-restaurant-in-downtown-des-moines-open/73426696007/
After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation
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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
A video shows people trying to pull 2 black bear cubs from trees in North Carolina
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Met Police officers stop suspected thief while on stag do: The Met officers say they gave chase after a man tried to steal items from a restaurant in Barcelona.
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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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Siblings killed when suspected intoxicated driver crashes into child's birthday party in Michigan
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Quick Glance: Sibling Fatally Hit by Car at Birthday Party
- A young brother and sister died, and several people were injured, some seriously, when a vehicle driven by a suspected drunken driver crashed into a young child's birthday party at a boat club in Berlin Township, Michigan, on Saturday.
- An 8-year-old girl and her 5-year-old brother died in the crash, as a 66-year-old woman drove about 25 feet into the building, according to Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough.
- Three children and six adults were taken to hospitals with life-threatening injuries, while others received first aid on site and some were transported by private vehicles.
- The driver was taken into custody and is suspected of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol causing death. Further charges may be pending as the investigation continues.
Restaurants charge a no-show fee if guests don't show up: More and more guests reserve seats in the restaurant, but then don't go. This annoys restaurateurs ...
stern.de/panorama/wissen/restaurants-erheben-no-show-gebuehr--wenn-gaeste-nicht-erscheinen-34643470.html
Viral 'Not Real' Plane Woman Is Now a Right-Wing Influencer: Several months after her viral moment, Tiffany Gomas has garnered fresh attention with an ...
newsweek.com/tiffany-gomas-not-real-tiktok-video-ultra-right-beer-photo-1891657
Local restaurants offer jobs to workers after Tidewater, Chop House abruptly close
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Swansea: Family left restaurant without paying £329 bill: The owners of Bella Ciao said they ordered T-bone steaks and double pudding portions.
bbc.com/news/uk-wales-68876712
Behind Vegan Chef Matthew Kenney’s Empire, an Ugly Reality: Matthew Kenney, one of the most famous names in plant-based cuisine, has left a trail of burned ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/dining/vegan-chef-matthew-kenney.html
TikTok: US House of Representatives votes for possible TikTok ban: The Chamber of Congress wants to force the Chinese owner of TikTok to sell the video platform ...
zeit.de/politik/ausland/2024-04/us-repraesentantenhaus-stimmt-fuer-moegliches-tiktok-verbot
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.
Charge an extra fee? When restaurants should have to tell customers: Requiring a notice of a 'security' fee on a menu isn't good enough. Force restaurants to ...
latimes.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/story/2024-04-22/charge-extra-fee-restaurants-should-have-to-tell-customers
Following US Palestine veto at UN, Abbas to rethink bilateral ties ｜ DPA: The Palestinian leadership in the West Bank wants to reconsider its bilateral relations ...
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Today is the last day Monell's at the Manor is serving breakfast and lunch : Today is the last day to eat at Monell's at the Manor by the Nashville ...
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McDonald's worker, 15, left with fractured skull after adult male with rap sheet stomps her during brawl
nypost.com/2024/04/21/us-news/mcdonalds-worker-15-left-with-fractured-skull-after-man-stomps-head/
'Dine-and-dash' family rack up £329 bill of steaks, desserts and bottles of pop: Bella Ciao Italian restaurant in Port Talbot, Wales, said the diners ordered ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/22/dine-and-dash-family-rack-329-bill-steaks-desserts-bottles-pop-20690962/
CA fast-food franchisees fear losing diners to Chili's, Applebee's: Fast-food franchisees in California worry diners may flock to Chili's and Applebee's to avoid ...
businessinsider.com/fast-food-california-expensive-diners-could-switch-to-chilis-applebees-2024-4
Cashless payment: Finally introduce compulsory card devices! - Comment: Money is often only moved digitally, without the need for bills and coins ...
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Quick Glance: Card Terminal Requirement: Advocating for Cashless Payment - Commentary
- Card terminals for EC and credit cards are still missing in many stores.
- Advocating for the development towards cashless payment to bring stubborn cash users to reason.
- A nationwide card terminal requirement for merchants is proposed as a solution to offer all payment options.
- The benefits of card payment are emphasized, and laziness and fear of technology are cited as reasons for refusal.
Owners of La Cuchara will open a new restaurant in Hampden’s Five and Dime building
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/22/owners-of-la-cuchara-will-open-a-new-restaurant-in-hampdens-five-and-dime-building/
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 ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/19/un-sicherheitsrat-usa-palaestina
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
Chipotle Keeps Raising Prices. Gym Rats and Millennials Are Still Buying Burritos.
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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.
Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos
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‘Dine-and-dash’ family update as two arrested over restaurant bills: Two people have been arrested after several alleged dine-and-dash incidents in restaurants ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/23/dine-and-dash-family-update-two-arrested-restaurant-bills-20700718/
After $90 million renovation, Hotel Cleveland to reopen in June: Hotel Cleveland on Public Square hopes to recapture history when it reopens this summer.
cleveland.com/realestate-news/2024/04/after-90-million-renovation-hotel-cleveland-to-reopen-in-june.html
UAE: 6 cafes, eateries offering free food to residents affected by floods - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/uae/uae-6-cafes-eateries-offering-free-food-to-residents-affected-by-floods
Grimsby restaurant with rave reviews gears up to move to bigger Cleethorpes site: Jack Phillips opened Nasturtium on Abbeygate in 2022 and will now relocate to ...
grimsbytelegraph.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/grimsby-restaurant-bistro-rave-reviews-9239815
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox step out for stylish girls' night out at swanky restaurant
pagesix.com/2024/04/20/entertainment/jennifer-aniston-and-courteney-cox-step-out-for-a-stylish-girls-night-out/
Is Red Lobster going out of business? Here's what it means for local restaurants: Seafood chain Red Lobster is considering filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy ...
azcentral.com/story/entertainment/dining/2024/04/17/red-lobster-considers-bankruptcy-what-to-know/73360178007/
Quick Glance: Red Lobster Considers Bankruptcy
- The seafood chain Red Lobster is exploring a potential Chapter 11 filing to restructure its debts, based on insider insights.
- Legal guidance for Red Lobster is provided by King & Spalding. The restaurant chain is contemplating terminating long-term contracts and renegotiating a variety of leases.
- A sign reading “Open For Takeout & Free Delivery” is displayed outside a Red Lobster establishment in Secaucus, New Jersey, USA.
- Established in 1968 in Lakeland, Florida, Red Lobster started with a single restaurant. The introduction of their famous cheese-flavored biscuits occurred in 1992, and the chain now operates hundreds of locations in the US, Canada, and international franchises.
Battle of the Beaches: Greece Has New Plan to Keep Its Coasts Pristine: The government has pledged to crack down on rapid development, and on seaside businesses ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/world/europe/greece-beaches-tourists.html
A Vicious Dog Attack Upends an Elite Westchester Farm: At a farm tied to Blue Hill at Stone Barns, where a meal costs around $400, two dogs killed a poodle and ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/nyregion/dog-attack-blue-hill-stone-barns.html
Hotels shuttered and restaurants emptied in Taiwan’s Hualien as tourism takes hit after quake
straitstimes.com/asia/east-asia/hotels-shuttered-and-restaurants-emptied-in-taiwan-s-hualien-as-tourism-takes-hit-after-quake
San Francisco restaurant owner goes on 30-day hunger strike over new bike lane: San Francisco restaurant owner Eiad Eltawil says he's on a 30-day hunger strike ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/18/san-francisco-bike-lane-hunger-strike/73359978007/
Aladdin’s Eatery celebrates 30 year anniversary, leaving lasting legacy in Cleveland, beyond
cleveland.com/entertainment/2024/04/aladdins-eatery-celebrates-30-year-anniversary-leaving-lasting-legacy-in-cleveland-beyond.html
Paid articlePaid Musk and Australia argue over video of knife attack on X: In Sydney, a priest was attacked with a knife during a mass that was broadcast live on the internet ...
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11 Republican "fake electors" indicted for falsely declaring Trump won Arizona: Eighteen people including Donald Trump’s former chief of staff Mark Meadows and ...
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Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona
- Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.
- They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.
- The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.
- The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.
Fed seen on track for Sept start to US rate cuts: U.S. Federal Reserve policymakers sifting through the latest inflation data will find little to fuel a sense of ...
reuters.com/markets/us/traders-add-bets-september-start-fed-rate-cuts-2024-04-26/
Xi meets Blinken as China warns US against crossing 'red lines' - BBC News
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Quick Glance: China Urges Blinken to Choose Between Stability and 'Downward Spiral'
- Chinese leader Xi Jinping emphasized the need for the US and China to be partners to ensure stability.
- Xi and Blinken discussed the importance of escalating communication and responsibly addressing differences.
- The meetings highlighted sharp tensions between the two superpowers, with China presenting a choice between stability and a downward spiral.
- Discussions covered topics such as technology, Taiwan, China's support for Russia, and the significance of peace in the Taiwan Strait.
In Kentucky, the oldest Black independent library is still making history: Western Library is the oldest Black library still independently run in the U.S ...
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China warns US of rising ‘negative factors’ in bilateral ties: World is watching to see if rivalry will ‘break out into conflict’, foreign minister Wang Yi tells ...
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US FDA says about 1 in 5 commercial milk samples tested positive for bird flu traces
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Tennessee lawmakers approve bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care
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Quick Glance: Tennessee Lawmakers Pass Bill Criminalizing Adults Aiding Minors in Gender-Affirming Care
- Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse approved a bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.
- The bill closely resembles language from an anti-abortion trafficking proposal approved by Tennessee Republican lawmakers the day before.
- Critics caution about the broad application of the law, ranging from discussing care options with adolescents to aiding in travel to states with looser gender-affirming care restrictions.
- Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws than any other state since 2015, as identified by the Human Rights Campaign, calling it a staggering assault on their constituents.
Sequoia commits to backing Elon Musk’s xAI start-up: Venture capital firm is among investors that entrepreneur is wooing as he seeks to gain ground on rivals
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Quick Glance: Sequoia backs Elon Musk’s xAI venture
- Sequoia Capital, a well-known venture capital firm in Silicon Valley, has committed to supporting Elon Musk's artificial intelligence start-up xAI to help him raise billions and compete with OpenAI, Meta, and Google.
- The exact amount of Sequoia's investment in xAI remains undisclosed.
- Sequoia, an early investor in Google, YouTube, and Apple, has backed several Musk projects in recent years, including The Boring Company and SpaceX.
US Supreme Court weighs Trump's bid for immunity from prosecution: The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday confronts a major test of the power of the presidency in ...
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Andrew Tate's trial on charges of rape and human trafficking can start, a Romanian court rules
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Quick Glance: Andrew Tate brutally mocked for claiming sex with women is gay
- Self-proclaimed misogynist influencer Andrew Tate has been ruthlessly mocked online after claiming it’s “gay” for men to have sex with women for pleasure.
- The 37-year-old, who is currently detained in Romania awaiting criminal trial on rape and human trafficking charges, insisted in a post on X that sex is solely “for making children” and that any man who has sex for pleasure is gay.
- His bizarre comments come days after he labeled men “losers” over the perceived drop in birth rates among white people. In the earlier post, Tate shared his thoughts that white men’s “genetic potential was stumped” and that they will be replaced if they do not have children.
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