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Oliver Stone's 'Lula' Documentary to Premiere at Cannes: Oliver Stone documentary 'Lula' about Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will ...
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Quick Glance: Oliver Stone's 'Lula' Documentary Premieres at Cannes
- Oliver Stone is unveiling his long-awaited documentary “Lula” at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, capturing the incarceration and return to power of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
- “Lula” joins the star-studded Cannes lineup alongside films from renowned directors like Paul Schrader, Francis Ford Coppola, Yorgos Lanthimos, and more.
- Stone had previously teased the film, emphasizing Lula Da Silva's dramatic journey from jail to a third term in power.
- Additional films added to the Cannes Special Screenings and Un Certain Regard program further enrich the festival's diverse selection of cinematic works.
Brazil seeks to weaken fiscal targets it set only a year ago: Leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants greater flexibility on budget surplus ...
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Quick Glance: Brazil Moves to Relax Fiscal Targets Set a Year Ago
- The leftist administration of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva wants more flexibility on budget surplus goals
- Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government is seeking to loosen its own budget targets as investor concerns rise about the risk of fiscal slippage in Latin America’s largest economy
- Ministers intend to balance the budget next year, replacing the previous goal for income to exceed outgoings by 0.5 per cent of gross domestic product
- Analysts warn that the current deficit targets are unrealistic and likely to be tweaked, prompting investors to express concerns about Brazil’s economic approach under Lula
Elon Musk threatens to disobey court order over banned profiles: Brazil threatens to regulate social media owned by "billionaires domiciled abroad."
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and the Support of Far-Right in Brazil
- A court in Brazil is planning an investigation against X owner Elon Musk for alleged obstruction of justice, following Musk's reactivation of accounts belonging to far-right individuals that were flagged by the Brazilian government for removal.
- Under Musk's leadership, X has transformed into a sanctuary for the far right and dissemination of misinformation, resulting in an escalation of hate speech on the platform.
- Experts caution that Musk is establishing a dangerous precedent by protecting and promoting the far right on his platform, regardless of local regulations or public opinion.
- Despite Musk's claims of advocating for free speech, the implementation of these principles on the platform has been inconsistent under his direction, especially concerning government requests to deactivate accounts.
Brazil Inflation Slows More Than Expected Before Rate Decision: Brazil’s inflation cooled more than expected, giving the central bank room to maintain its ...
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Brazil’s XP Names New Finance Chief, Plans Changes to Board: XP Inc., one of Brazil’s largest brokerage firms, appointed Victor Mansur as its new chief financial ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/brazil-s-xp-names-new-finance-chief-plans-changes-to-board
LIVE: Indigenous people in Brazil mark 20 years in annual march to demand land, culture rights
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Fact check: Biden repeats his claim that he ‘got arrested’ defending civil rights. There’s still no evidence for it
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Kenya helicopter crash kills country's military chief: A military helicopter carrying senior military officers crashed and caught fire, killing ten people.
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Brazil Iron Ore Exports Seen Surging in 2024 If Rivers Stay High - Bloomberg: Brazil’s Corumba region could more than double iron ore shipments through ...
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Kyrgyzstan Blocks TikTok: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
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Elon Musk is feuding with Brazil’s powerful Supreme Court: The court has become the de facto regulator of social media in the country
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk's Clash with Brazil's Supreme Court
- Serial entrepreneur Elon Musk has been publicly criticizing Alexandre de Moraes, one of Brazil's Supreme Court judges, for the past week.
- The dispute revolves around X, a social media company owned by Mr. Musk, which announced on April 6th that a Brazilian court had ordered it to block a set of 'popular' accounts or face hefty fines.
- Mr. Moraes then initiated an inquiry against Mr. Musk for obstruction of justice, leading Mr. Musk to claim that censorship in Brazil is worse than in any other country where the platform operates.
- The row highlights the power of Brazil's Supreme Court and the debate on regulating social media without harming freedom of speech, which is a crucial battleground in Brazil.
White House unbowed on support for Israel despite growing frustration from progressives and unrest on campuses
cnn.com/2024/04/26/politics/joe-biden-israel-support-college-campus-protests/
Petrobras shareholders approve payout of 50% of withheld dividends: Shareholders of Petrobras voted on Thursday for the Brazilian state-run oil firm to pay out ...
reuters.com/business/energy/petrobras-shareholders-approve-payout-50-withheld-dividends-2024-04-25/
Elon Musk and Javier Milei share their love of free markets in first meeting: Tesla boss shows Argentine president Texas factory where they talked about lithium ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and Javier Milei Discuss Free Markets and Investment Opportunities
- Elon Musk and Argentine president Javier Milei met for the first time at Tesla's Texas factory.
- They discussed market liberation, eliminating bureaucratic obstacles, and investment opportunities.
- Milei unexpectedly won an election focused on spending cuts and inflation reduction.
- Both shared similar views on free markets and expressed support for Israel in conflicts.
Brazil Makes First Shipment of Ethanol to US Jet Fuel Plant: Brazilian company Raizen SA made the country’s first shipment of sugar-cane ethanol to be converted ...
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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 ...
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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.
Brazil Boosts Protections for Steelmakers by Imposing Import Quota System: Brazil is stepping up protections for its steelmakers amid an influx of cheap imports ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/brazil-joins-protectionist-wave-in-face-of-cheap-steel-imports
Brazil's Bolsonaro rallies supporters in Rio: Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Sunday rallied thousands of supporters in Rio de Janeiro in a bid to ...
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Quick Glance: Bolsonaro Mobilizes Supporters in Rio
- Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro rallied thousands of supporters in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday to boost his political capital after losing a reelection bid in October 2022 and facing allegations of involvement in a coup.
- Bolsonaro, under investigation for undermining faith in Brazil's voting system, took the opportunity to praise Elon Musk and urged the crowd to applaud the billionaire.
- Brazil's federal police formally accused Bolsonaro of sowing doubts about his vaccination records during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to potential criminal charges.
- Bolsonaro emphasized that his government never operated outside the bounds of the constitution and addressed accusations of involvement in manipulating decrees to overturn the 2022 election results.
Lithuanian president commends Duda for influencing Trump's stance on Ukraine: Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda believes that a meeting between Polish ...
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Quick Glance: Trump to Meet Polish President Duda as NATO Leaders Push for Ukraine Support
- Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump plans to meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda to discuss support for Ukraine.
- European leaders are concerned about Trump's critical stance towards NATO, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Poland hopes Duda can leverage his friendly ties with Trump to garner more support for Ukraine.
- The relationship between Poland and the Biden administration, along with GOP criticism of Ukraine aid, are also topics of discussion.
Fire at Brazil guesthouse leaves at least 10 dead, 11 injured: At least 10 people died and 11 were injured in the early hours of Friday morning in a major fire ...
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Brazil Analysts Raise Central Bank Selic Key Rate Forecasts for 2024, 2025: Brazil analysts lifted their benchmark interest rate estimates for this year and next ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/brazil-analysts-raise-key-rate-forecasts-for-this-year-and-next
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Brazil’s Fiscal Woes Ramp Up Pressure on Lula’s Finance Chief: From prison to the presidency, Brazil’s Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has turned to one ally more than ...
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Biden’s controversial ‘cannibalism’ remarks meet pushback in Papua New Guinea: President Joe Biden’s apparent suggestion his uncle may have been eaten by ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Controversial Cannibalism Remark Offends PNG Leader
- US President Joe Biden's remarks about his uncle's fate in Papua New Guinea during World War II offended Prime Minister James Marape, causing a diplomatic rift.
- Marape's statement highlighted that Biden seemed to suggest his uncle was consumed by cannibals, challenging the nation's reputation.
- During Australian PM Albanese's visit to PNG, he emphasized the strong defense ties and partnership between the two countries.
- White House press secretary Jean-Pierre defended Biden's comments, stressing the significance of honoring his uncle's sacrifice for the country.
Crisis in Brazil’s Congress Gives Lula $18.5 Billion in New Fiscal Headaches: Tensions between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s administration and Brazil’s ...
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Biden signs ‘vital’ Ukraine, Israel foreign aid bill: President Biden on Wednesday signed the $95 billion emergency foreign aid package, calling out “MAGA ...
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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.
Nobel Economist Duflo Tells G-20 to Slap Climate Change Tax on Billionaires: Brazil has demanded that wealthy nations spend more to combat global warming. Now ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/nobel-economist-duflo-tells-g-20-to-slap-climate-change-tax-on-billionaires
Kushner’s Affinity Takes Board Seat at Brazil Fast-Food Operator: Jared Kushner’s Affinity Partners joined the board of Brazilian fast-food operator Zamp SA ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-27/kushner-s-affinity-takes-board-seat-at-brazil-fast-food-operator
Brazil Tax Collection Loses Steam in Hurdle to Key Budget Target: Brazil’s tax collection lost steam according to official data published Tuesday ...
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Planemaker Embraer CEO says supply chain has been improving: The chief executive of Brazil's Embraer said on Friday that supply chain issues impacting ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/planemaker-embraer-ceo-says-supply-chain-has-been-improving-2024-04-26/
Trump immunity hearing: US Supreme Court hearing begins - BBC News: The landmark case will decide whether an ex-president can be charged for allegedly illegal ...
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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Brazil Touts Tax on Ultra-Rich in G-20 Plan to Fight Climate Change, Inequality: Brazil believes it has found a way to pay for the fight against climate change ...
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Indigenous groups gathering in Brazil's capital to protest president's land grant decisions
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A conservative strategist on how Joe Biden can win: Sarah Longwell says “double-haters” will decide the election
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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
Brazil star Marta to retire from international soccer: Brazil and Orlando Pride star Marta will retire from international soccer this year ...
cnn.com/2024/04/26/sport/marta-retire-international-soccer-brazil-spt-intl/
Brazil Justice says no evidence Bolsonaro sought asylum in Hungarian embassy: Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes on Wednesday closed an ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazil-justice-says-no-evidence-bolsonaro-sought-asylum-hungarian-embassy-2024-04-24/
Zelensky urges U.S. to send weapons quickly ahead of Russian offensive: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky indicated that while U.S. lawmakers debated the ...
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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.
Brazil's government submits rules to streamline consumption taxes: Brazil's government submitted proposed rules to Congress on Wednesday to carry out a historic ...
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Quick Glance: Simplification of Consumption Taxes in Brazil
- Brazil's government presented proposed rules to Congress to execute a groundbreaking tax reform.
- The reform's objective is to enhance productivity by simplifying Brazil's intricate tax system and converting five existing levies into a value-added tax (VAT).
- Incorporating a selective tax that targets products deemed harmful to the environment and health is also a component of the reform.
- The complete implementation of the new taxes is anticipated for 2033, potentially leading to reduced prices for popular consumer goods.
Brazilian authorities bury deceased migrants who drifted in African boat to the Amazon
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Woman arrested for wheeling corpse into Brazil bank to sign for loan: RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil: Brazilian police have arrested a woman who tried to take out a bank ...
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China’s Weak Beef Market Poses Risks for Chief Supplier Brazil: China’s beef imports are dwindling amid slowing consumption and ample domestic supply ...
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UK court case launched over Brazil Iron mine project in Bahia: Brazil Iron calls itself a sustainable mining company. Local residents call its project a disaster ...
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How a gag order showdown explains everything about Trump: Prosecutor Christopher Conroy captured the quintessential Donald Trump in a single sentence at the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/donald-trump-gag-order-analysis/
Quick Glance: Trump's Attempt to Influence 2016 Election: Hush Money Trial Begins
- An prosecutor alleges that Donald Trump tried to illegally influence the 2016 election by preventing damaging stories about his personal life from becoming public.
- The trial, potentially lasting up to two months, will require Trump to spend his days in a courtroom instead of on the campaign trail.
- The indictment includes 34 counts of falsifying business records, punishable by up to four years in prison.
- The case sheds light on efforts to suppress stories, known as 'Catch-and-Kill' in tabloid industry, to prevent potentially damaging revelations.
Indigenous Brazilians Mobilize for Land Demarcation, Tribal Rights: Participants in the 20th Free Land Camp demanded that leftist Brazilian President Luiz Inácio ...
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Biden marks Passover with statement of ‘ironclad’ support for Israel: President Biden marked the coming of Passover in a message Sunday, tying the Jewish holiday ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4610240-biden-marks-passover-with-statement-of-ironclad-support-for-israel/
Petrobras’ Prates Aligns Himself With Lula to Boost Shipbuilding: Brazil’s state-controlled oil producer Petrobras is getting behind President Luiz Inacio Lula ...
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Top G20 Ministers Back 2% Wealth Tax for Global Billionaires | Common Dreams: "It is time that the international community gets serious about tackling ...
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El Nino: Zimbabwe Millers Go to Brazil Seeking Corn: Zimbabwe is considering importing corn from Brazil for the first time since 2014 as the El Niño weather ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/el-nino-zimbabwe-millers-go-to-brazil-seeking-corn
Brazil's Embraer delivers 25 jets in Q1; backlog hits 7-year high: Brazilian planemaker Embraer said on Friday it delivered 25 aircraft - seven commercial planes ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/brazils-embraer-delivers-25-jets-q1-backlog-hits-7-year-high-2024-04-19/
US Supreme Court justices in Trump case lean toward some level of immunity: The Supreme Court's conservative justices signaled support on Thursday for U.S ...
reuters.com/legal/us-supreme-court-weighs-trumps-bid-immunity-prosecution-2024-04-25/
Brazil’s Central Bank Warns Investors of Growing Uncertainties: Brazil’s central bank head Roberto Campos Neto told investors that uncertainties have increased ...
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Joe Biden urges restraint from Israel after Iran’s drone and missile attack: Macron warns of risk of ‘conflagration in the region’ as Israeli war cabinet ...
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Biden canceling student debt for more than 277,000 borrowers: President Biden announced on Friday he would be canceling debt for more than 277,000 borrowers ...
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Quick Glance: Biden administration announces more student loan cancellation
- A new repayment arrangement by the Biden administration allows for the cancellation of student loans for an additional 206,000 borrowers.
- Through the Education Department's SAVE Plan, nearly 8 million Americans have embraced the plan, with 4.5 million not paying due to lower incomes.
Joe Biden calls for tripling of tariffs on Chinese steel: US also to probe Chinese shipbuilding as president’s re-election campaign fights for votes in ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
Biden needs to give Putin something to worry about: Anything would be more persuasive than Biden’s “don’t.”
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LATAM's share of Brazil airline market hits 11-year high as Gol drops: LATAM Airlines' share of Brazil's domestic market reached its highest level in 11 years in ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/latams-share-brazil-airline-market-hits-11-year-high-gol-drops-2024-04-22/
New York’s House Republicans call on Columbia president to resign amid protests: All 10 House Republicans from New York on Monday called on Columbia University ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4611671-ny-house-republicans-call-on-columbia-president-to-resign-amid-protests/
White House issues photo of Biden meeting freed hostage Avigail Idan: ‘She’s remarkable’
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Grand Jury Indicts Top Trump Aides, 11 Arizona Republicans Over 'Fake Electors' Scheme
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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.
UK court case launched over Brazil Iron mine project in Bahia: Brazil Iron calls itself a sustainable mining company. Local residents call its project a disaster ...
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Millions more go to Trump legal expenses as Biden and Democratic Party expand campaign cash advantage
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Quick Glance: Millions more spent on Trump legal fees as Biden and Democratic Party expand campaign funds lead
- Donald Trump’s leadership PAC spent as much money as it took in last month, with his legal bills remaining a top expense as the former president grappled both with the aftermath of losing a civil fraud case and prepared for the start of a historic criminal trial in a Manhattan court.
- Save America, the political action committee that has underwritten much of Trump’s legal expenses, spent nearly $3.7 million on legal-related expenses in March – nearly $3 out of every $4 it collected, according to a filing Saturday night with the Federal Election Commission.
- President Joe Biden alongside the Democratic National Committee increased their financial lead over Trump and the GOP in the past month.
- The financial boost for Kennedy, the vice presidential pick of Robert F. Kennedy Jr., represents a financial boon for his independent bid for the White House. His campaign received a $2 million donation from Nicole Shanahan in March and raised over $3 million more that same month, based on campaign filings.
Brazil's Lula recognizes two more Indigenous lands, but postpones four others: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva officially recognized two more ...
reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-lula-recognizes-two-more-indigenous-lands-postpones-four-others-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Brazil's Lula Recognizes Two More Indigenous Lands, Postpones Four Others
- Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva officially recognized two more Indigenous territories on Thursday, but decided not to sign off on four others because they still need to be cleared by people currently occupying them.
- The recognition grants the territories legal protection as reservations to be defended against invasions by illegal loggers, gold miners, and cattle ranchers.
- Lula has recognized 10 Indigenous territories since taking office in January 2023 for his third non-consecutive term.
- He stated that some state governors had asked for more time to resolve the issue, and acknowledged that his decision might frustrate some Indigenous people, but he needs to be cautious and provide them with alternative solutions.
South Africa election: Mbeki promises to rid ANC of 'rotten apples': South Africa's former president hits out at corruption within the governing party.
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Quick Glance: Support for South Africa's ANC around 40% before elections
- An Ipsos poll revealed that support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has dropped to just over 40%, weeks before an election that could bring about significant political change.
- While the ANC is still expected to secure the most votes on May 29, falling below 50% would require seeking coalition partners to govern, marking the first such alliance since Nelson Mandela led the party to power 30 years ago.
- The survey was based on face-to-face interviews with 2,545 registered voters across all nine provinces in March and April, boasting a margin of error of 1.9% at a 95% confidence level.
- The poll also highlighted rising voter discontent due to issues like unemployment, corruption, crime, and poor services, with the ANC considering potential coalition partners such as the economically liberal DA and the far-left Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Biden to speak at Morehouse College commencement, sparking faculty concerns: Morehouse College is set to announce that President Joe Biden will deliver its ...
nbcnews.com/politics/joe-biden/biden-speak-morehouse-college-commencement-rcna148870
Johnson calls on Columbia University president to resign during tense news conference
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/johnson-columbia-university-president/
Lula's South American summit plan unlikely in tense region, diplomats say: A diplomatic crisis in Ecuador and uncertainty over Venezuela's political future have ...
reuters.com/world/americas/lulas-south-american-summit-plan-unlikely-tense-region-diplomats-say-2024-04-25/
A conservative strategist on how Joe Biden can win: Sarah Longwell says “double-haters” will decide the election
economist.com/by-invitation/2024/04/23/a-conservative-strategist-on-how-joe-biden-can-win
Central banks of Turkey, Brazil sign cooperation deal: Turkey's central bank said on Saturday it had signed a memorandum of understanding with Brazil's central ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/central-banks-turkey-brazil-sign-cooperation-deal-2024-04-20/
Quick Glance: Turkey, Brazil Central Banks Establish Cooperation Agreement
- Turkey's central bank announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Brazil's central bank to enhance cooperation.
- The agreement was signed by the heads of both central banks in Washington.
- Additionally, the Turkish central bank signed a memorandum of understanding with its counterpart in Kazakhstan to strengthen collaboration.
- Both central banks aim to promote cooperation and conduct technical activities in the field of central banking.
DOJ rebuffs GOP’s second demand for Biden-Hur audio recordings: The Justice Department on Thursday for a second time declined to turn over audio recordings of ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4621979-doj-rebuffs-gops-second-demand-for-biden-hur-audio-recordings/
Fifteen members of the storied Kennedy political family endorsed US President Joe Biden at a Philadelphia campaign event, with some joining him onstage ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Secures Kennedy Family Endorsement Amid RFK Jr Controversy
- Fifteen members of the Kennedy political dynasty backed U.S. President Joe Biden at an event in Philadelphia, distancing themselves from Robert F. Kennedy Jr's independent candidacy.
- Biden, a Democrat, faces a rematch with Republican Donald Trump in November, with concerns arising over potential spoiler effects from Kennedy's candidacy as a prominent anti-vaccine activist.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, son of the late U.S. senator and presidential candidate, garners 15% voter support, contrasting with Biden's 39% and Trump's 38% in a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
- Kennedy family members are expected to assist local volunteers in supporting Biden's campaign, following their endorsement at an event in Philadelphia.
REPO Act: Russian-Asset Seizure Law Spurs Debate Over Impact on Dollar: Congressional passage Tuesday of authority granting President Joe Biden new powers to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-24/russia-asset-seizure-law-spurs-yellen-praise-angst-over-dollar
Palestine's Ismail Haniya in Istanbul for talks with President Erdogan: Turkish president is set to discuss Israel's war on Gaza with leader of ...
trtworld.com/turkiye/palestines-ismail-haniya-in-istanbul-for-talks-with-president-erdogan-17846036
Quick Glance: Hamas Chief Meets Erdogan in Istanbul Visit
- Turkey's President Erdogan met Hamas chief Haniyeh in Istanbul to emphasize the importance of focusing on Gaza.
- Erdogan urged Palestinians to unite against Israeli aggression in Gaza.
- The meeting followed Erdogan's comparison of Hamas to Turkish independence fighters.
- Hamas expressed gratitude for Erdogan's support and criticized Israel's response to the meeting.
South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ strikes blow against President Yoon : Convicted former justice minister helps deliver resounding electoral victory for leftwing ...
ft.com/content/747fa044-81e5-4bbe-8c97-eb4145a9783c
Quick Glance: South Korea’s ‘Luke Skywalker’ Triumphs Against President Yoon
- Former minister Cho Kuk aids in leftwing alliance's electoral victory
- Former justice minister Cho Kuk, convicted on corruption charges, played a pivotal role in the defeat of conservative President Yoon Suk Yeol in parliamentary elections.
- Cho calls for Yoon and PPP leader Han Dong-hoon, both former prosecutors, to be held accountable for abuse of power.
- The leftwing alliance narrowly missed the 200-seat mark that would have allowed them to bypass a presidential veto. Yoon now faces over three years as a lame duck, while the country heads towards more than three years of stagnation.
Czech president says over 1 million shells found for Ukraine: Czechia has discovered over a million pieces of artillery ammunition around the world that can be ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/12/7451017/
Kirby says Netanyahu was ‘very grateful’ for Biden’s support of Israel in phone call
thehill.com/policy/international/4593280-kirby-says-netanyahu-was-very-grateful-for-bidens-support-of-israel-in-phone-call/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
Biden campaign makes new digital ad buy in Pennsylvania to court Nikki Haley supporters
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/biden-campaign-pennsylvania-nikki-haley-supporters/
Biden told Netanyahu U.S. won't support an Israeli counterattack on Iran: Biden and his senior advisers are highly concerned an Israeli response to Iran ...
axios.com/2024/04/14/biden-netanyahu-iran-israel-us-wont-support
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