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Eighth Grader From Florida Wins Top Spelling Prize: In the 15th round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Dev Shah spelled “psammophile” correctly to win $50 ...
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Scripps National Spelling Bee Live Updates: Florida 8th Grader Dev Shah Wins : In the 15th round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Dev Shah spelled ...
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Eighth Grader From Florida Wins Top Spelling Prize: In the 15th round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Dev Shah spelled “psammophile” correctly to win $50 ...
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Scripps National Spelling Bee Live Updates: Florida 8th Grader Dev Shah Wins : In the 15th round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Dev Shah spelled ...
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Eighth Grader From Florida Wins Top Spelling Prize: In the 15th round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, Dev Shah spelled “psammophile” correctly to win $50 ...
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Takeaways From the 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee: All of the finalists Thursday night could spell schwa, no doubt. It was the sound it makes that foiled ...
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Watch live: Senate dismisses all impeachment charges against Mayorkas: The Senate has dismissed all impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary ...
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A Nigerian chess champion plays the royal game for 58 hours — a new global chess record
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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.
Man who attacked police after storming US Capitol with Confederate flag gets over 2 years in prison
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“All he talks about is revenge”: Author Rushdie urgently warns against Donald Trump’s re-election
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Once the West Coast's crown jewel, San Francisco's real estate market is crashing
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Quick Glance: San Francisco Real Estate Market in Crisis
- San Francisco, once the crown jewel of the West Coast, is now teetering on the brink of collapse, especially in the housing market.
- JPMorgan Chase CEO compared San Francisco's situation to New York City, emphasizing the Bay Area's significant challenges.
- Luxurious properties are being sold at massive discounts as homeowners flee the city in large numbers.
- Nearly one in five homeowners in San Francisco are selling their homes for a loss, and the commercial sector is struggling with high office vacancies.
The United States is preparing a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, the first to be sourced from the yet to be signed Ukraine-Israel bill ...
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Quick Glance: Senate Passes Aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with Strong Bipartisan Support
- The Senate has approved $95 billion in war aid for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debates over U.S. involvement in foreign wars.
- The legislation would also provide $26 billion in wartime assistance to Israel, humanitarian relief to citizens of Gaza, and $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.
- The changes have brought some of the nine additional Senate Republicans on board, increasing support to over half of McConnell's conference.
- The growing divide in the GOP between aid skeptics and traditional 'Reagan Republicans' who strongly support it may have significant implications for the top two Republican leaders.
National Enquirer’s Help for Trump Broke Norms Even in the Tabloid World: The tabloid’s parent company was fined for breaking federal election laws after ...
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Opinion | Trump’s Re-Election Would Be Disastrous for the Climate: The return of Trump to the White House would be disastrous for the planet.
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Quick Glance: Poll: Election Interest Declines in Tight Biden-Trump Race
- The interest of voters in the election has reached the lowest point in two decades at this stage in a presidential race.
- The latest national NBC News poll reveals that the number of voters with high interest in the 2024 presidential election has nearly hit the lowest point in almost 20 years, with a majority holding negative views of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
- Inflation and immigration top the list of the country's most pressing issues, with only one-third of voters giving Biden credit for improving economic performance.
- The survey also highlights how the low voter interest and the independent candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could potentially disrupt what has been a stable presidential contest with over six months until Election Day.
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 ...
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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.
New York's First Electric Skyscraper Promises Green Luxury Living: An apartment tower in downtown Brooklyn has ditched fossil fuel heating and appliances as ...
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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 ...
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New York hush money case: Judge declines to delay trial after Trump complains of pretrial publicity
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Quick Glance: Path to Victory: Trump's NY Hush Money Trial
- The first criminal trial of any former president began with extortion, Trump should aim for an acquittal.
- Charges do not concern misconduct in settling hush money with Daniels, but entering payments to conceal another crime.
- The burden of proof for criminal intent is high, requiring proof for two layers of specific intent to convict Trump.
- A legal maneuver could allow Trump to dismiss his defense team and recruit a new team to potentially secure his case.
Faith Ringgold, pioneering Black quilt artist and author, dies at 93: Artist and award-winning children’s book author Faith Ringgold has died. Her daughter ...
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Man who set himself on fire outside Trump trial dies of injuries, police say: A man who doused himself in an accelerant and set himself on fire outside the ...
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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.
Trump trial in New York: Man dies of self-inflicted burns: What remained were leaflets with conspiracy theories: A 37-year-old set himself on fire in front of ...
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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 ...
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A video shows people trying to pull 2 black bear cubs from trees in North Carolina
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UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Gold (XAUUSD) Set for Fifth Weekly Gain on Increasing Mideast Tensions: Gold pared gains as demand for safe-haven assets eased after Iranian media seemed to ...
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Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani sets HR record for Japan-born players: The Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter Shohei Ohtani set the major league home run record for ...
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Quick Glance: Shohei Ohtani Sets New Record for Most MLB Homers
- Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Shohei Ohtani has broken the record for the most homers hit by a Japanese-born player in Major League Baseball.
- During a game at Dodger Stadium, Ohtani hit an impressive homer that flew into the right field bleachers off pitcher Adrian Houser of the New York Mets.
- With this homer, which was Ohtani's 176th in his six years in the MLB, he surpassed Matsui, who played the final 10 years of his 20-year pro career in North America.
- Ohtani's record-breaking blast traveled 423 feet and put the Dodgers ahead 2-0. Prior to this, Ohtani had not hit a homer in seven consecutive games.
Scenes of Campus Protests at Columbia, Yale, MIT and NYU in Photos and Video: The arrests of more than 100 protesters at Columbia last week led to more campus ...
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Quick Glance: Student Protests: Arrests at Yale and NYU
- Police arrested dozens of people at pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Yale University in Connecticut and New York University in Manhattan, as student protests over Israel’s war in Gaza continue to roil US campuses.
- At Yale University, at least 47 protesters were arrested and will face disciplinary action.
- The police crackdowns came after Columbia University canceled in-person classes and cleared tent encampments on its campus in New York City.
- The universities repeatedly asked students to leave, warning of legal and disciplinary consequences if they did not.
Donald Trump: How he becomes the star of a political thriller: A criminal trial that would make screenwriters green with envy begins in New York ...
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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.
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.
New York Stock Exchange tests views on round-the-clock trading: Poll comes as US regulators review Steve Cohen-backed proposal for a 24/7 exchange
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Over 100 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested from New York's Columbia campus: More than 100 pro-Palestinian protesters were arrested on Wednesday on the campus ...
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Taylor Swift Has Given Fans a Lot. Is It Finally Too Much?: Swift has been inescapable over the last year. With the release of “The Tortured Poets Department ...
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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
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.
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America’s trust in its institutions has collapsed: What are the consequences?
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TikTok star Eva Evans dies by suicide in NYC apartment: TikTok star Eva Evans died by suicide and was found in her New York apartment. The 29-year-old was also ...
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Quick Glance: TikTok Star Eva Evans Dies at 29
- Eva Evans, a popular TikTok creator who directed and starred in the series 'Club Rat,' has passed away, as announced by her sister.
- The specific cause of death was not disclosed. Evans had a following of over 300,000 on TikTok and developed the 'Club Rat' series.
- Social media overflowed with tributes for Evans, including from actress Julia Fox, who hailed her as a 'New York icon.'
- Evans leaves behind her mother and three sisters. A memorial service will take place at Grace Church in Manhattan.
Alexis Ohanian makes an unprecedented investment in women’s track: Seeing “tremendous upside” in the sport, the billionaire is funding a women-only event this ...
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Jamie Dimon says US economy is 'unbelievable' and booming: JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed confidence on Tuesday in a robust US economy backed by strong ...
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Opinion | Melania’s Trials: The former first lady is swept back into the Stormy cyclone.
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Who are the Trump trial witnesses in the hush money case?: Donald Trump’s historic hush money trial in New York is set to feature a colorful cast of witnesses ...
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US 'not involved in any offensive operation' after Israel carries retaliatory attacks against Iran
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Pleas in the Trump trial: Who uses what tactics: The first day of the trial against Trump is coming to an end much faster than expected ...
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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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Trump’s court conduct gives Democrats a ‘Sleepy Joe’ retort : Democrats, including President Biden’s campaign, have been eager to promote reports that former ...
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NY AG asks Trump civil fraud judge to declare $175M bond ‘without effect’: The New York attorney general’s office has asked a judge to void the $175 million bond ...
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Quick Glance: Trump Agrees to New Restrictions on $175 Million Bond in New York Civil Fraud Case
- The bond is meant to secure Trump's compliance with a $454.2 million judgment won by state Attorney General Letitia James if he does not succeed in an appeal.
- James had challenged the bond this month, saying Trump still had access to the Charles Schwab account pledged to the insurer as collateral.
- Justice Arthur Engoron imposed the penalty after finding that Trump fraudulently inflated his net worth and real estate assets to deceive banks and insurers into providing better terms.
- Trump defended the bond in court, emphasizing that he has plenty of money to put up for it.
Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise seen after 18th birthday amid Tom estrangement: She recently celebrated her milestone 18th birthday with a huge bouquet of flowers ...
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Magnitude 4.8 quake shakes New York City and the Northeast: The East Coast earthquake has snarled travel by air, road and rail around the region ...
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Quick Glance: Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Rocks New York City and Northeast US
- An unusual East Coast earthquake startled millions from New York to rural New England. Over 42 million people may have felt the midmorning quake with a preliminary magnitude of 4.8.
- While causing no widespread damage, the earthquake led to evacuations in Newark, New Jersey, and infrastructure inspections across the region. Flights were diverted, trains slowed, and tunnel traffic stopped.
- Although no major damages were reported, the earthquake caused some disruptions. The area near the epicenter experienced minor effects, including the collapse of a historic site. There were also over a dozen aftershocks reported in the region.
- President Joe Biden offered assistance, while New York City reported no major safety or infrastructure issues. Engineers emphasized that New York skyscrapers are made of high-strength materials and designed to sway slowly to withstand impacts. Even the delicately placed eggs in a sculpture at a Chinatown art gallery remained unharmed during the quake.
After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation
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Trump Hush Money Trial Takeaways: Gag Order Fight and Pecker Testimony: Donald J. Trump’s lawyer was harshly questioned as he tried to avoid a contempt citation ...
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NYC Teens Attending Trump’s Trial Laugh at His Lawyer’s Missteps: ‘Really Funny’: The pair told MSNBC afterwards that it was especially “funny” to see Donald ...
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‘The Jinx Part Two’ Review: Filmmaking a Murderer: A new installment of HBO’s landmark true-crime documentary continues the strange, sad story of Robert Durst ...
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SALT Tax Write-Off: Trump Advisers Want to Cut Limit to Below $10,000: Economists advising Donald Trump are pushing to keep a cap on the state and local tax ...
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How to Avoid State Taxes? New York Rich Use Private Jets: High earners need to log their days and prove the location of everything from pets to Pelotons to show ...
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London Bankers' Bonuses Inch Closer to New York-Style Bumper Packages: Some of London’s top bankers might soon have a paycheck that looks more like the ...
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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 ...
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Bear cub recovering after being dropped by bystander who picked it up, took photos
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Ex-Trump attorney: Judge giving lawyer ‘tongue-lashing’ a ‘bad moment’: Jim Trusty, an ex-attorney for former President Trump, said it was a bad moment for ...
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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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Trump Meets Ex-Japan Premier Aso, Raising Concern Over Weak Yen (JPY USD): Former US President Donald Trump met former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso on ...
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Aaron Rodgers Plays Ball With Podcasters and Conspiracy Theorists: The N.F.L. great was supposed to be the Jets’ savior. But since arriving in New York ...
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Aaron Rodgers' HIV Remarks
- Aaron Rodgers, the New York Jets quarterback, is facing strong online criticism for his contentious statements.
- Recently surfaced comments made by Aaron Rodgers regarding HIV have sparked significant backlash on social media.
- In a podcast episode from March, Rodgers alleged that the HIV/AIDS crisis of the 1980s was deliberately orchestrated by the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases with government assistance.
- Additionally, Rodgers has voiced disapproval of the handling of both health crises by Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former chief medical advisor to the U.S. president.
George Santos Said He Was Running for Congress Again. (He’s Not.): Less than two weeks after announcing a surprise long-shot bid for a House seat on Eastern Long ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/nyregion/george-santos-dropping-out.html
Quick Glance: Former Representative George Santos Ends Race for New House Seat
- George Santos has dropped out of his independent bid for a second spot in the House of Representatives months after being ousted from his New York seat.
- Santos withdrew his candidacy to avoid being seen as retaliating against his Republican opponent Lalota and potentially benefiting the Democrats.
- Despite facing numerous legal issues, including 23 federal criminal charges, Santos denies all allegations and pleads not guilty.
- After being expelled from the US House of Representatives overwhelmingly in December 2023, Santos made headlines with a mysterious appearance outside former President Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York.
Trump says 'We're behind Poland' as he meets President Duda: Polish President Andrzej Duda discussed Ukraine and the Middle East with Republican presidential ...
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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.
Israel Hasn’t Offered Evidence Tying U.N. Workers to Hamas, Review Says: The review did not address whether some employees of a U.N. agency, UNRWA ...
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Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims
- An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.
- The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.
- The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.
- Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.
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Jets trade Zach Wilson to Broncos. Reactions and grades for Quarterback trade: The New York Jets traded quarterback Zach Wilson to the Denver Broncos on Monday ...
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Quick Glance: Zach Wilson Trade Notes: Jets Deal QB to Broncos before 2024 NFL Draft
- Nearly three years have passed since the New York Jets selected quarterback Zach Wilson as the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft and are now officially trading the heavily criticized signal-caller to the Denver Broncos.
- At the age of 24, Wilson has been available since the beginning of the 2024 offseason, with the team's general manager, Joe Douglas, openly stating the intention to relocate the former first-round pick.
- In urgent need of quarterback reinforcements, the Broncos made significant roster moves by releasing veteran starter Russell Wilson before free agency and entering the draft with Jarrett Stidham leading the depth chart.
- By signing journeyman Tyrod Taylor as Aaron Rodgers' primary backup earlier this offseason, the Jets effectively indicated the conclusion of Zach Wilson's tenure with the team.
Trump Disses ‘Very Unfair’ Jury on Eve of Contempt Hearing at Hush-Money Trial: Trump phoned in to a conservative radio show Monday night, once again decrying ...
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Dozens arrested at NYU ‘liberated zone’ as anti-Israel encampments sweep US campuses
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'Rust' armorer Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sentencing: Watch live: A movie weapons supervisor has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for the fatal shooting of a ...
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Quick Glance: 'Rust' Armorer Sentenced to 18 Months in Fatal Shooting
- Former 'Rust' movie armorer, Hannah Gutierrez-Reed, was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the New Mexico District Court Judge.
- The incident that shocked the film industry is believed to mark the first instance in recent history of a member of a film crew or cast being fatally injured by a live round mistakenly loaded into a firearm.
- Baldwin's trial is scheduled for July 10 following his indictment for involuntary manslaughter in January.
- Initially, Hutchins' death led to a halt in the use of real firearms and blank ammunition by US film and television productions, but many have resumed usage due to the authenticity they provide.
Trump Fumes as Judge Orders Him to Sit Like a Dog : While the judge maintains a stoic demeanor at all times, the tone was decidedly sharper than even the one ...
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Columbia University shifts classes to remote-only after a wave of protests on campus
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NCAA women's title game: Early figures make it most-watched hoops game in 5 years
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Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship
- South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.
- Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.
- It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.
- The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.
Only 1 in 3 Americans think Trump acted Illegally in hush money case, AP-NORC poll shows
pbs.org/newshour/politics/only-1-in-3-americans-think-trump-acted-illegally-in-hush-money-case-ap-norc-poll-shows
Wall St rallies on bright earnings, megacaps' support: U.S. stocks closed higher on Tuesday following positive earnings from top-tier companies and as investors ...
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Quick Glance: Hope for Strong Quarterly Results Drives Wall St Stocks
- Wall Street stocks saw an increase on Monday as investors anticipated a busy week of quarterly results from key companies to gain insight into the health of the U.S. economy.
- All 11 S&P 500 sectors experienced growth, with technology and financial stocks leading the gains.
- In addition to the outstanding corporate earnings, markets are also looking forward to the upcoming release of the PCE data in March later this week to further understand the monetary policy trajectory.
- Megacap growth stocks showed gains, including Alphabet, Amazon.com, and Apple, along with Nvidia's increase to recover from a previous decline.
Philippines says decision to strengthen ties with Japan, US a 'sovereign choice': The Philippines' decision to ramp up ties with Japan and the United States is a ...
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A fan heckled an umpire. The Yankees’ Aaron Boone was tossed for it. : Home-plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt said he’d heard one comment too many from New ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/04/22/yankees-aaron-boone-ejected-fan-heckling/
Quick Glance: Yankees' Aaron Boone Ejected for Fan-Heckling of MLB Umpire in Unusual Incident: 'I Don't Care Who Said It'
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone was ejected early in the game against the A's at Yankee Stadium after a fan yelled something. This marked his 35th career ejection, with a rather unusual reason this time.
- Umpire Hunter Wendelstedt warned Boone of an ejection after just five pitches if another word was said. A fan behind the dugout shouted something, leading Wendelstedt to toss Boone out of the game.
- Boone's reactions, including pointing to the crowd, were captured on video. In one clip, Boone can be heard denying he said anything. Despite Wendelstedt's error in judgment, the ejection stood, making for a highly entertaining situation.
- Although Wendelstedt misinterpreted the situation and Boone was innocent, the ejection remained. Nevertheless, the whole incident was incredibly entertaining, and Boone's 35 ejections in a short span of time is quite an impressive feat.
Japan is giving Washington 250 new cherry trees to replace those to be lost in construction work
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Quick Glance: Japan to Gift Washington 250 New Cherry Trees
- Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that Japan will gift the United States 250 new cherry trees to replace the ones being removed.
- In 1912, the first lady Helen Herron Taft and Viscountess Chinda planted the original cherry trees, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.
- The cherry tree gift signifies the strong alliance between the U.S. and Japan as they discuss Pacific security matters.
- The Tidal Basin, a reservoir in Washington with a high concentration of cherry blossom trees, is undergoing renovations, prompting Japan to offer new saplings.
Philly’s Sapphira Cristál placed second on ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ but won Miss Congeniality
inquirer.com/entertainment/tv/sapphira-cristal-wins-rupauls-drag-race-season-16-philadelphia-reacts-20240419.html
Liz Cheney urges US supreme court to rule quickly on Trump’s immunity claim: Republican former congresswoman writes in New York Times that 2020 election ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/22/trump-immunity-supreme-court-liz-cheney
Quick Glance: Liz Cheney Urges Supreme Court to Decide Trump Immunity Quickly
- Liz Cheney calls for a swift Supreme Court decision on Trump's immunity so voters can hear the Jan. 6 case.
- Emphasizing the importance of the federal election fraud indictment against the former president before the upcoming elections.
- She advocates for all evidence to be publicly presented for the public to fully assess Trump's actions on Jan. 6.
- Cheney argues against immunity for Trump and urges the trial to proceed without delay to reveal critical evidence.
Afghanistan: The latest on the Taliban takeover: Since the Taliban took power on August 15, 2021, living conditions for girls and women have deteriorated ...
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New York Has a $237 Billion Budget. Here Are 5 Things to Know.: Gov. Kathy Hochul and New York City emerged as two of the winners from a budget process that blew ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/nyregion/budget-takeaways-new-york.html
Rock icon slams Taylor Swift: ‘Not important’: Fan footage has shown the carefree moment Travis Kelce lifts Taylor Swift over his head during a Dom Dolla set at ...
news.com.au/entertainment/music/courtney-love-disses-taylor-swift-not-important/news-story/1cfc246115295b916d7bab13d495db84
Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'
- Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'
- Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.
- She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.
- Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.
Prosecutor for Trump Hush-Money Trial: ‘It Was Election Fraud’: Former president’s criminal trial starts in New York
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Trump to return to New York criminal court for jury selection: Donald Trump's historic hush-money trial enters a second day on Tuesday, as lawyers try to select ...
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Muslims as an electoral potential in the USA: Islam has been part of the nation since the USA was founded, and more and more immigrants from the Middle East and ...
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Trump cancels North Carolina rally due to storm in first public address since New York trial
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/21/trump-cancels-north-carolina-rally-due-to-storm-in-first-public-address-since-new-york-trial
Quick Glance: Trump Event in Wilmington Canceled Due to Severe Weather
- The planned campaign rally for former President Donald Trump in Wilmington had to be canceled due to the threat of inclement weather.
- Shortly before 7 p.m., Trump was supposed to take the stage, but he informed the crowd that the event needed to be canceled due to an impending storm.
- The storm brought strong winds and hail, leading to the cancellation of the rally, which was meant to be Trump's first major campaign event since the start of his criminal trial in New York City.
- As Trump shifted his views on abortion, the Democratic National Committee seized his visit to criticize him for his abortion policies.
Prosecutors want Trump to be held in contempt — but what does that mean?: Prosecutors have alleged that Trump has violated the gag order against him nearly a ...
thehill.com/homenews/nexstar_media_wire/4615902-prosecutors-want-trump-to-be-held-in-contempt-but-what-does-that-mean/
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