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Tunde Onakoya: Nigerian breaks chess marathon record: The 29-year-old chess master plays for 58 consecutive hours and counting on New York's Times Square.
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Quick Glance: Nigerian Chess Champion Sets New Record in New York
- Nigerian chess champion Tunde Onakoya has surpassed the previous record for the longest chess marathon by playing an impressive 60 hours nonstop.
- Onakoya aims to raise $1 million for a charity supporting education for children across Africa.
- He competed against US chess champion Shawn Martinez and received support from celebrities like Davido and Adekunle Gold.
- The match garnered significant attention in Nigeria and was broadcast in multiple locations, including Lagos, with watch parties and digital billboards.
Beijing half marathon: Organisers investigating controversial finish: Organisers of the Beijing half marathon will investigate allegations that three African ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation Launched After Beijing Half Marathon Finish
- Following the finish of the Beijing Half Marathon, the results are now under scrutiny due to the peculiar behavior displayed by three runners from Kenya and Ethiopia.
- A Chinese runner overtook the others, as seen in a recorded livestream of the Beijing Half Marathon. The remaining three runners - Willy Mnangat and Robert Keter from Kenya, and Dejene Hailu from Ethiopia - followed closely behind, with He claiming the first place.
- The organizers of the half-marathon are currently examining the results after a video of the finish circulated online, prompting many to question the intention of the three African runners to slow down.
- The winner secured the first place with a time of 1 hour 3 minutes 44 seconds. Mnangat, Keter, and Hailu shared the second place, one second later.
China vs. USA: TikTok controversy could strengthen democracy: China's stance on TikTok could inadvertently promote digital ethics and pave the way for stricter ...
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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Ukraine Russia war: US House passes crucial aid deal worth $61bn: The long-stalled package could be vital for Ukraine, which is struggling to contain Russia's ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Watch: Cavalry horses bolt, causing chaos in London: Five Household Cavalry horses ran loose through London, causing chaos and collided with vehicles.
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Quick Glance: Uncontrolled Horses Cause Chaos in London
- Five military horses, including one covered in blood, escaped in London, injuring several people before being recaptured.
- During an exercise in central London, the horses spooked, causing injuries to soldiers and civilians.
- The horses weaved a destructive path through the city, colliding with vehicles and causing panic among bystanders.
- Multiple individuals were injured and taken to the hospital as police and fire crews worked to contain the situation.
Two men charged with spying for China under Official Secrets Act: Christopher Berry, 32, and Christopher Cash, 29, will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court ...
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Quick Glance: Charges Filed Against UK Ex-Parliamentary Researcher for 'China Espionage'
- London's Metropolitan Police has accused two men, researcher Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, of violating the Official Secrets Act.
- The charges coincided with the announcement of the arrest of three German nationals suspected of spying for China and accessing secret maritime technology by German investigators.
- The British duo is alleged to have transmitted 'articles, notes, documents or information' to a foreign state between 2021 and the previous year.
- In September, the Met Police disclosed the arrest of a man in his twenties on espionage suspicions. The Sunday Times revealed his parliamentary researcher identity.
Chinese supermarket in Abuja shut for allegedly barring Nigerians: The consumer protection agency has summoned the owner in its investigation into racism ...
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Musk moves Tesla's goalposts, investors happily move shares higher: It's the millions-of-robotaxis promise again – and all y'all buying it this time ...
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The UK has returned 32 royal artefacts looted from Ghana's Asante Kingdom in the 19th Century.
The 150-year old artfacts were returned by the British Museum ... Show more
Africa Live: Bobrisky jailed for six months for spraying money - BBC News: The socialite is convicted of throwing naira banknotes in the air in celebration ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Mass Escape from Comoros Main Prison by Simply Exiting - BBC News
- Authorities in the Comoros report that numerous prisoners have escaped from a prison in the capital Moroni by walking through the main gate.
- A government spokesperson held security guards responsible for the disappearance of 38 inmates from the Moroni prison.
- The military junta in Mali has suspended all political activities in the country until further notice.
- The United Kingdom has returned 32 royal artifacts looted from Ghana's Asante Kingdom in the 19th Century.
Israeli missile has struck Iran, US officials say - BBC News: Two US officials confirm strike to BBC's US partner CBS News as explosions reported near Isfahan.
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Quick Glance: Israeli Missile Strikes Iran
- Following an unprecedented Iranian attack, 300 drones and missiles were launched at Israel.
- Explosions near an army base in Isfahan activated local air defense systems.
- US officials report that Israel conducted a missile strike on Iran.
- Flights were suspended over several Iranian cities as Israel responded to an attack.
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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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.
So much for free speech on X; Musk confirms new users must soon pay to post: The fee, likely $1, is aimed at stopping “relentless” bots, Musk said.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/so-much-for-free-speech-on-x-musk-confirms-new-users-must-soon-pay-to-post/
Quick Glance: Musk Plans Fee for New X Users
- Elon Musk intends to charge new users of X in the initial months to curb the activity of automated bot accounts.
- The fee is set to be waived after three months to allow free posting.
- Tests in New Zealand and the Philippines raised skepticism about the effectiveness of the fee as a countermeasure against bots.
- Declining revenues at X post-rebranding and Twitter acquisition, along with a negative brand perception by companies, are impacting the service's business.
Huw Edwards resigns from BBC: Veteran presenter was embroiled in allegations over payments for sexually explicit images
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Quick Glance: Huw Edwards: BBC Resignation, Wife, and Mental Health Struggles
- Huw Edwards has announced his decision to quit the BBC after a 40-year career with the broadcaster.
- His wife Vicky publicly named him as the man at the center of the allegations and shared his serious mental health issues.
- Vicky expressed concern for Huw's mental well-being, emphasizing his battles with severe depression.
- Huw left the BBC after 40 years based on medical advice to safeguard his health.
X planning smart TV app, promising ‘immersive entertainment’: Social platform X is planning to roll out an application for users on smart TVs ...
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Meta's Threads now has more daily US users than Musk's X: Launched less than a year ago as a rival for Twitter, Threads is continuing to gain ground with users.
businessinsider.com/meta-threads-more-daily-us-users-twitter-elon-musk-x-2024-4
Elon Musk apologizes to laid off Tesla employees for a major mistake: Musk just informed his Tesla employees of an issue that was brought to his attention.
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Africa Live: Muslim child allegedly lashed for attending church - BBC News: Seven members of a family in Uganda have been arrested for allegedly assaulting the ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Live: Germany detains alleged Nigerian mafia members
- German police have arrested 11 Nigerian men suspected of being part of a mafia group involved in large-scale dating scams orchestrated by the Black Axe gang.
- Portugal's President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has stated that his country should take full responsibility for colonial-era abuses and consider paying reparations in certain cases.
- Authorities in Tanzania have shut down five hydroelectric stations to reduce excess electricity in the national grid, with the main plant generating enough power for major cities like Dar es Salaam.
- Negotiations between the Kenyan government and striking doctors have collapsed, prolonging the suffering of those seeking healthcare in public hospitals, as doctors demand better pay and the hiring of trainee doctors.
Africa Live: Burkina Faso expels French diplomats - BBC News: Relations between Burkina Faso and its former colonial power have soured since the 2022 coup - and ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Focus: Burkina Faso Expels French Diplomats - BBC News
- Zambia requires $940 million in aid due to ongoing drought.
- Kelvin Kiptum, the marathon world record holder, to be honored at London Marathon.
- Cape Town airport named Africa's best airport in customer survey.
- Chibok abductee and her three children rescued after 10 years.
Ghana's Ibrahim Mahama: The artist clothing London's brutalist icon: Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama gives a well-loved London landmark a bold pink makeover.
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Chris Oyakhilome: Nigerian pastor pushing malaria vaccine conspiracy theories: Pastor Chris Oyakhilome is targeting the new malaria vaccines as African countries ...
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Peter Higgs, physicist who theorised Higgs boson, dies aged 94: The renowned scientist won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2013.
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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.
Huw Edwards resigns from the BBC after 40 years 'on medical advice': Huw Edwards has resigned from the BBC 'on medical advice', it has been announced ...
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Quick Glance: Huw Edwards steps down from BBC due to health reasons
- Huw Edwards announced his resignation from the BBC on Monday, citing health reasons according to the corporation.
- A spokesperson for the BBC stated that after 40 years of service, Huw Edwards' decision based on medical advice was accepted.
- Mr. Edwards' wife, Vicky Flind, revealed that he is suffering from severe mental health issues and is currently receiving in-patient care.
- Mr. Edwards, one of the most prominent BBC presenters, had been involved in significant events such as royal weddings and funerals.
An audible sigh of relief in the Middle East: The latest round in the longstanding, dangerous rivalry between Israel and Iran seems over for now ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Strike Damages Iranian Air Defense System Without Detection, Officials Say
- An Israeli airstrike on Iran on Friday damaged an air defense system, according to Western and Iranian officials, and appeared calculated to deliver a message that Israel could bypass Iran’s defensive systems undetected and paralyze them.
- The strike damaged a defensive battery near Natanz, a city in central Iran that is critical to the country’s nuclear weapons program, according to the officials.
- The relatively limited scope of Israel’s strike and the muted response from Iranian officials, however, seem to have eased tensions.
- It was confirmed that Israel had deployed aerial drones and at least one missile fired from a warplane, as stated by three Western and two Iranian officials.
Salman Rushdie: Losing an eye upsets me every day: The author, who was stabbed on stage in 2022, tells the BBC that he thought he was dying.
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Hyundai pauses ads on X over brand safety issues: South Korea's Hyundai said on Friday that it had paused advertising on X, formerly known as Twitter ...
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Elon Musk's X Confirms TV App for Videos Is Coming Soon: After leaks surfaced last month, X, also known as Twitter, finally confirms that it's making X TV ...
pcmag.com/news/elon-musks-x-confirms-tv-app-for-videos-is-coming-soon
Interview: Justin Kuritzkes on ‘Challengers’: Zendaya commands the screen in this inspired and beautifully crafted depiction of the high stakes of tennis matches ...
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Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
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Man sentenced to 6 years in prison for attacking police with pole at Capitol: A North Carolina man who became a fugitive after a federal jury convicted him of ...
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OJ Simpson, NFL star acquitted in ‘trial of the century’, dies aged 76: The ex-American football star was controversially acquitted of the murder of his wife and ...
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Quick Glance: O.J. Simpson's Failed Attempt at Rebranding
- O.J. Simpson tried unsuccessfully to improve his image through social media.
- Despite attempts at normalization through videos, he could not alter his negative image.
- Expert Bernt Ullmann explains Simpson's lack of remorse, crucial for a successful comeback.
- Simpson's controversial videos further polarized and isolated him from the public.
Coral bleaching: Fourth global mass stress episode underway - US scientists: Ocean heat records have been breaking for months. This is the first global evidence ...
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Quick Glance: Global Coral Bleaching Event After Extreme Heat
- US climate agency NOAA declares a concerning global coral bleaching event for the fourth time in history after a year of extreme ocean heat.
- Impacts of coral bleaching span oceans worldwide, with sea surface temperatures at record levels.
- Corals under extreme heat stress can recover, but otherwise, the reef requires several years to regenerate.
- Despite losses, some reefs show signs of color, offering hope for potential recovery, while scientists caution about the escalating impacts.
Social media platform X blocked in Pakistan over national security, ministry says
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Palestinian UN membership: US vetoes: The US has blocked a Palestinian bid for full UN membership in the UN Security Council. Twelve member countries voted for ...
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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.
Musk's X Corp appeals dismissal of lawsuit against anti-hate group: Elon Musk's X appealed the dismissal of its lawsuit against the nonprofit Center for ...
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Bruises and broken ribs - Israel's unexplained prison deaths: The prison service did not directly address reports 13 prisoners had died since last October.
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Sydney church stabbing declared a 'terrorist' attack: A 16-year-old boy is under arrest after a bishop and several churchgoers were injured on Monday.
bbc.com/news/world-australia-68823240
Elon Musk’s X botched an attempt to replace “twitter.com” links with “x.com”: Automatic text replacement let users spoof URLs ending in x, like netflix.com.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/elon-musks-x-botched-an-attempt-to-replace-twitter-com-links-with-x-com/
Bloody Sunday: No perjury charges against former soldiers: The Public Prosecution Service has been investigating fifteen former soldiers and an alleged former ...
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Post News, the a16z-funded Twitter alternative, is shutting down: Post was backed by Andreessen Horowitz and Scott Galloway, an NYU professor and tech ...
techcrunch.com/2024/04/19/post-news-the-a16z-funded-twitter-alternative-is-shutting-down/
Peter Murrell charged with embezzlement in SNP finance probe: The husband of Nicola Sturgeon had been re-arrested in connection with the SNP finances ...
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Quick Glance: Police Investigation into SNP Finances: Key Updates
- On Thursday, the re-arrest of Peter Murrell, the husband of Nicola Sturgeon, took place as part of the police investigation into the SNP’s finances.
- Murrell, aged 59, was apprehended and underwent interrogation by detectives.
- The arrest occurred slightly more than a year subsequent to the search conducted by Police Scotland officers at the couple’s residence, where a blue tent was set up outside the property, alongside searches at the SNP’s headquarters in Edinburgh.
- In April 2024, Peter Murrell was charged with 'embezzlement' of funds from the SNP.
Proud Boys group leader sentenced to over 5 years in prison for attacking police during Capitol riot
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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.
Mafia 4: Take-Two is about to unveil [Rumor]: A fairly reliable leaker reports that Take-Two Interactive will present the next entry in the Mafia series in the ...
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Donald Trump Suffers Double Loss at Start of Trial: The judge dismissed a motion from Trump and granted a request from prosecutors all before jury selection ...
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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.
Pro-Palestinian protest blocks Golden Gate Bridge: San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge was blocked for hours during a pro-Palestinian demonstration.
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Trump’s Truth Social posts grew more belligerent since move from Twitter: Here on his company’s social network Trump is offering followers an intimate view of ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Media Seeks Congressional Probe on 'Troubling' Market Manipulation Claims
- Trump Media & Technology Group is asking Congress to investigate suspicions of illegal activity affecting its stock price.
- In a disclosed letter, Devin Nunes, the CEO of Truth Social owner Trump Media, urged GOP Chairmen of relevant House Committees to examine the 'urgent matter' of 'potential manipulation' of the company's stock price.
- Trump Media recently reported a $58 million loss in 2023 with minimal revenue. The company's price-to-sales ratio, a common stock valuation method, is notably high compared to competitors in the social media sector.
- In the communication to Congress, Trump Media highlighted that data suggests 'just four market participants' accounted for over 60% of the exceptional trading volume in the company's stock: Citadel Securities, Virtu Americas, G1 Execution Services, and Jane Street Capital.
Angela Rayner: I'll stand down if I've broken the law: Labour's deputy leader says she will quit if she has committed a crime amid a row over where she lived.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68801671
Golden Gate Ferry indefinitely suspends S.F.-Sausalito rides: Officials with Golden Gate Ferry said an issue was discovered at the Sausalito pier during a ...
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Giants place Blake Snell on the 15-day IL on day he was due to start: The San Francisco Giants placed Blake Snell on the 15-day IL for an adductor strain ...
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X fixes URL blunder that could enable convincing social media phishing campaigns: Poorly implemented rule allowed miscreants to deceive users with trusted URLs
theregister.com/2024/04/10/x_fixes_url_blunder/
X automatically swapped Twitter domain: X recently started automatically converting links mentioned in tweets and messages that end in "twitter.com" to "x.com" ...
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Israel Iran attack: Damage seen at air base in Isfahan: Satellite imagery analysis by BBC Verify reveals damage from Friday's Israeli strike on Iran
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Ghana's vice-president, who is also the presidential candidate of the ruling party, has opposed LGBTQ+ practices, saying they go against his religious faith ... Show more
Africa Live: Bobrisky jailed for six months for spraying money - BBC News: The socialite is convicted of throwing naira banknotes in the air in celebration ...
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Quick Glance: Africa: Arrests and Resignation Calls
- Thirteen suspects have been arrested in Ethiopia in connection with the murder of prominent opposition politician Bate Urgessa. The US and UK call for an independent investigation.
- South Africa's opposition uMkhonto we Sizwe party demands the immediate resignation of a senior official at the electoral commission due to alleged bias towards former President Jacob Zuma.
- Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge anticipates winning his third Olympic marathon gold medal in Paris this year.
- Three individuals were killed in a shoot-out with the armed group Fano in Ethiopia's capital, Addis Ababa. This marks the first violent incident related to the Fano rebellion in Addis Ababa.
Video shows Sydney stabbing attack suspect in mall: The footage appears to show a man confronting the knifeman on an escalator with a pole.
bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-australia-68805655
Chibok girls feel let down 10 years after Nigeria kidnapping: Most of the Chibok girls abducted 10 years ago in Nigeria are now free but some feel badly let down ...
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68769102
Woman sentenced to a month in jail for selling Biden's daughter's diary: A Florida mother has been sentenced to a month in prison and three months of home ...
apnews.com/article/biden-diary-aimee-harris-fa1081c11b34a18f7d216f9cac8bf4e6
Quick Glance: Conviction for Theft and Sale of Biden's Daughter's Diary
- A Florida mother was sentenced to a month in prison and three months of home confinement for stealing and selling President Joe Biden’s daughter’s diary to the conservative group Project Veritas four years ago.
- Judge Laura Taylor Swain at the Manhattan federal court called the actions of the Palm Beach, Florida woman 'despicable'.
- In August 2022, Harris pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge, admitting to receiving $20,000 of the $40,000 paid by Project Veritas for personal items of the president's daughter, Ashley Biden.
- Swain noted that Harris and a co-defendant, Robert Kurlander from nearby Jupiter, Florida, had initially tried unsuccessfully to sell Ashley Biden’s belongings to then-President Donald Trump’s 2020 presidential campaign.
Viral OnlyFans Star ‘The Girth Master’ Answers the Big Questions: The Daily Beast spoke to the man who became the main character of Twitter by causing a frenzy ...
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Africa Live: Burkina Faso expels French diplomats - BBC News: Relations between Burkina Faso and its former colonial power have soured since the 2022 coup - and ...
bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-africa-68651951
OpenAI winds down AI image generator that blew minds and forged friendships in 2022
arstechnica.com/information-technology/2024/04/when-ai-images-were-mind-blowing-early-users-recall-the-first-days-of-dall-e-2/
Trials against former US presidents: Even in prison, Trump would be entitled to personal protection
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Michigan school shooter parents seek mercy in sentencing: trial: The parents of a Michigan school shooter have each been sentenced to at least 10 years in prison ...
apnews.com/article/james-crumbley-jennifer-crumbley-oxford-school-shooting-e5888f615c76c3b26153c34dc36d5436
When smart motorways go wrong...: Footage from smart motorway accidents and a woman describes her lucky escape.
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Miami Marlins at Atlanta Braves odds, picks and predictions: The Miami Marlins (6-19) and Atlanta Braves (16-6) meet Wednesday for the finale of a 3-game series ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/sports-betting/2024/04/24/miami-marlins-at-atlanta-braves-odds-picks-and-predictions-11/73435651007/
After knife attack in Sydney: policewoman celebrated as a heroine: Amy Scott is the name of the policewoman who shot the knife attacker in Sydney ...
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What a surprise! Free speech absolutist Elon Musk doesn’t really love free speech
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and the Controversy of Free Speech
- Elon Musk's online platforms are losing users as he focuses on funding absurd lawsuits.
- Despite issues at his companies, Musk supports controversial expressions.
- Musk presents himself as a free speech advocate but seems intolerant of criticism towards him.
- Musk weaponizes the law to silence critics and acts hypocritically as a 'champion' of free speech.
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Quick Glance: Current Stock Market Trends: Dow, S&P Updates for April 24
- Major tech giants experienced a downturn in late hours following disappointing forecasts from Meta Platforms Inc., raising concerns about the stock market's trajectory.
- Before the results, the broader market struggled to gain momentum as traders prepared for economic data that will influence views on the Federal Reserve's next moves.
- Investors withdrew around $200 million from value-based ETFs this month, while growth stocks attracted over $3 billion in inflows.
- JPMorgan Chase & Co. is signaling a clear buy indication for US stocks after reaching a threshold that typically precedes above-average gains.
BBC's Chris Packham swipes at Matt Hancock over London Marathon 2024: BBC star Chris Packham despaired over MP Matt Hancock before the London Marathan on Sunday ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/21/chris-packhams-blistering-dig-matt-hancocks-london-marathon-message-20687997/
How long can Elon Musk run Tesla and so many other companies?: Elon Musk does lots of things and Wall Street has said that's fine. Is that going to continue as ...
businessinsider.com/elon-musk-ceo-tesla-spacex-twitter-too-many-companies-2024-4
Elon Musk Says New X Users Will Soon Have to Pay to Post on the Platform: Elon Musk said X will soon start charging new users who want to post on the platform to ...
entrepreneur.com/business-news/elon-musk-says-new-x-users-will-be-charged-a-fee-to-post/472864
Elon Musk’s X to stop allowing users to hide their blue checks: X previously promised to "evolve" the "hide your checkmark" feature.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/elon-musks-x-to-stop-allowing-users-to-hide-their-blue-checks/
Dispute over X in Brazil: Elon Musk's latest feud: The owner of X, formerly Twitter, has been publicly dueling with a Brazilian judge for days ...
spiegel.de/ausland/brasilien-warum-ein-richter-gegen-elon-musk-vorgeht-a-3809863e-19c3-4e36-b705-8e69f42961c7
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Imprisoned Palestinian Writer Walid Daqqa Dies of Cancer After 38 Years in Israeli Jails
democracynow.org/2024/4/8/walid_daqqa_palestinian_prisoner_dies_from
X owner Musk says opposed to US ban of competitor TikTok: SAN FRANCISCO: Elon Musk on Friday (Apr 19) came out against banning TikTok in the United States ...
channelnewsasia.com/business/x-owner-musk-says-opposed-us-ban-competitor-tiktok-4279151
Could you be a fair juror for Trump? We asked New Yorkers: An impartial 12-person jury is needed for his first criminal trial - dozens have already been excused.
bbc.com/news/av/world-us-canada-68830896
Can you believe the BBC once announced there was 'no news'?: The BBC announced there was 'no news' on the radio in 1930, whereas today's headlines ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/18/can-believe-bbc-announced-no-news-20673665/
X marks the spot where free speech comes at a cost: Unregulated big tech poses significant threats to the health of our democracy and social cohesion ...
theage.com.au/technology/x-marks-the-spot-where-free-speech-comes-at-a-cost-20240421-p5flgx.html
Tanzania tourism: World Bank suspends funding for Ruaha National Park project: It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion ...
bbc.com/news/world-68882065
Emily Maitlis and The Rest Is Politics to host Channel 4 election night coverage: The News Agents’ Maitlis to present its general election results coverage ...
theguardian.com/media/2024/apr/22/emily-maitlis-and-the-rest-is-politics-host-channel-4-election-night-coverage
Elon Musk's X bans over 212,000 accounts in India for policy violations: Twitter accounts ban: In its compliance report, Twitter said most accounts were banned ...
business-standard.com/india-news/elon-musk-s-x-bans-over-212-000-accounts-in-india-for-policy-violations-124041500587_1.html
More than 6,600 km separate Kinshasa in the Democratic Republic of Congo from Buriti, in Brazil.
But both cities are facing similar fates ... Show more
Biden urged to ban China-made electric vehicles from the US: Senate Banking Committee chair called Chinese EVs an "existential threat" to the US motor industry.
bbc.com/news/articles/cyerg64dn97o
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