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ByteDance Won’t Sell TikTok To Protect Its Secret Algorithm: Report: Sources said that if the company’s legal challenges fail, ByteDance would be willing to call ...
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Overcrowded Venice introduces first payment charge for tourists: VENICE, April 25 (Reuters) - Venice becomes the first city in the world on Thursday to introduce ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-25-overcrowded-venice-introduces-first-payment-charge-for-tourists/
Russia’s Putin says he plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that he planned to visit China in May ...
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Reuters: Canada grants Airbus waiver against sanctions on Russian titanium: Airbus has been granted a waiver by the Canadian government, allowing it to continue ...
kyivindependent.com/reuters-canada-grants-airbus-waiver-against-sanctions-on-russia-titanium/
TikTok owners say they have no plans to sell US business and ‘would prefer shutdown’
independent.co.uk/tech/tiktok-ban-us-bytedance-shutdown-sale-b2535186.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Palestinian Baby Delivered After Mother Killed in Israeli Strike : The baby was born 10 weeks premature and weighed three pounds, a doctor said ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/world/middleeast/palestinian-baby-delivered-mother-killed.html
Reuters: Satellite imagery shows ship likely used to transfer North Korean arms to Russia docked in Chinese port
kyivindependent.com/reuters-satellite-imagery-shows-ship-likely-used-to-transfer-north-korean-arms-to-russia-docked-in-chinese-port/
Malaysian navy helicopters collide in mid-air, 10 killed: KUALA LUMPUR, April 23 (Reuters) - Two Malaysian navy helicopters collided in mid-air during a ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-23-malaysian-navy-helicopters-collide-in-mid-air-10-killed/
Quick Glance: Ten killed in collision of two Malaysian navy helicopters
- Ten people died on April 23 after two helicopters collided during a rehearsal for a Royal Malaysian Navy parade.
- The victims, seven men and three women, were all crew members aboard the aircraft.
- The helicopters, a Fennec M502-6 and a HOM M503-3, crashed during a flypast rehearsal.
- An investigation will determine the cause of the incident, and the navy's anniversary celebrations will be postponed.
Reuters: Russia's April oil and gas revenue to double compared to 2023, slightly drop from March
kyivindependent.com/reuters-russias-april-oil-and-gas-revenue-to-double/
Vietnam Starts Rescue of Saigon Commercial Bank: Reuters - Bloomberg: Vietnam has mounted a rescue of Saigon Joint Stock Commercial Bank, Reuters reported ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/vietnam-starts-rescue-of-saigon-commercial-bank-reuters-lv34tq9k
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Palestinian photographer wins World Press Photo of the Year with poignant shot from Gaza
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US judge upholds Trump’s $83.3 million defamation loss, rejects new trial: NEW YORK, April 25 (Reuters) - A federal judge on Thursday rejected Donald ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-25-us-judge-upholds-trumps-83-3-million-defamation-loss-rejects-new-trial/
Quick Glance: Court Rejects Trump's Bid for New Trial Against E. Jean Carroll
- A federal judge rejected former President Donald Trump’s request for a new trial—or to throw out the $83.3 million defamation ruling—against writer E. Jean Carroll, marking the latest legal loss for the former president.
- In the Thursday ruling rejecting the request for a new trial or the judgment to be dismissed, U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan said Trump’s argument was “without merit,” made “conspicuously without success” and “defies common sense.”
- Robbie Kaplan, Carroll’s lawyer, told Forbes in a statement they are “pleased with though not surprised by” the court’s decision, adding the award was “entirely reasonable” because of Trump’s continued defamation, “hatred and disdain.”
- In January, a jury determined Trump had to pay Carroll $83.3 million in damages after she accused him of sexual assault. Previously, another jury found Trump liable for sexual assault in the 1990s and subsequent defamation, ordering him to pay $5 million.
Apple removes WhatsApp, Threads from China app store on government order: Apple removes WhatsApp from China app store based on national security concerns
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-apple-removes-whatsapp-threads-from-china-app-store-on-government/
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Apple removes WhatsApp and Threads in China
- Apple removes Meta-owned apps under Chinese government pressure.
- Apps delisted due to 'national security concerns'.
- Chinese users now unable to download Western social media apps.
- Apple faces declining iPhone sales in China despite branding efforts.
Tesla to cut more than 14,000 jobs as troubles deepen: CEO Elon Musk detailed the plans to lay off about 10 per cent of its global workforce in a memo sent to ...
smh.com.au/business/companies/tesla-to-cut-more-than-14-000-jobs-as-troubles-deepen-20240416-p5fk2w.html
Reuters: US preparing $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine: The U.S. is preparing a military aid package for Ukraine worth $1 billion ...
kyivindependent.com/reuters-us-preparing-1-billion-military-aid-package-for-ukraine/
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.
Three Russians parachute from stratosphere to North Pole: MOSCOW, April 19 (Reuters) - Three Russians set a world record for parachuting from the Earth's ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-19-three-russians-parachute-from-stratosphere-to-north-pole/
No Brit born after 2009 will ever be able to smoke legally, if bill passes: Britain’s Prime Minister Rishi Sunak hopes to pass a youth smoking ban along in a ...
csmonitor.com/World/Europe/2024/0416/britain-sunak-youth-smoking-ban
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
Tehran plays down Israeli attacks, signals no further retaliation: An Iranian official told Reuters there were no plans to respond against Israel for the ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-797897
Media say US sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine in March: The US secretly sent Ukraine long-range ATACMS missiles, which Ukraine has deployed to attack ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/24/7452810/
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
The Last-Mile EV Delivery Truck Dream Is Hitting a Snag: UPS and FedEx are struggling to reach their goals as the cost of EVs goes up due to shortages ...
thedrive.com/news/the-last-mile-ev-delivery-truck-dream-is-hitting-a-snag
Record number of people take part in London marathon with millions raised for charity
metro.co.uk/2024/04/21/london-marathon-weather-forecast-thousands-runners-take-streets-20687278/
Quick Glance: Jepchirchir Sets New Record, Claims Victory at London Marathon
- Jepchirchir won the 44th London Marathon, breaking the women's-only world record. She crossed the finish line in front of Buckingham Palace in two hours, 16 minutes, and 16 seconds.
- Munyao clinched the men's race in 2:04.01, marking his most significant career triumph. Bekele secured the second position with a time of 2:04.15.
- The participation of around 50,000 runners made this edition of the London Marathon the largest event along the River Thames.
Reuters: Kremlin clamps down on officials' travel over state secret fears: Pressure is being placed on all government ministries by Russia’s Federal ...
kyivindependent.com/reuters-paranoid-kremlin-clamps-down-on-officials-travel-over-state-secret-fears/
Online videos show Chinese runner being gifted win in Beijing half-marathon: The winner, He Jia, is a member of China’s marathon team and is a national marathon ...
straitstimes.com/sport/online-videos-show-chinese-runner-being-gifted-win-in-beijing-half-marathon
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.
EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite's rewards program: BRUSSELS (Reuters) -- A key feature of TikTok Lite may be suspended in the European Union on Thursday ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/EU-threatens-to-suspend-TikTok-Lite-s-rewards-program
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
Spire collapses as fire engulfs Copenhagen’s historic stock exchange: COPENHAGEN, April 16 (Reuters) - A fire ripped through Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-16-spire-collapses-as-fire-engulfs-copenhagens-historic-stock-exchange/
Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Injury rates for Musk’s SpaceX exceed industry average for second year: Injury rates at SpaceX facilities continued to exceed an industry average in 2023 ...
english.alarabiya.net/business/aviation-and-transport/2024/04/23/injury-rates-for-musk-s-spacex-exceed-industry-average-for-second-year
Quick Glance: Injury Rates at SpaceX Exceed Industry Average
- Injury rates at SpaceX facilities surpassed industry average in 2023.
- Injuries at SpaceX locations worsened compared to 2022.
- Experts raise concerns about the quality of work at SpaceX.
- SpaceX and Musk have not publicly addressed safety record in detail.
Venice introduces charge for day-trippers as it tackles tourism influx: Venice has become the first city in the world to introduce a payment system for tourists ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/venice-introduces-first-payment-charge-for-tourists/103770130
Quick Glance: Venice: Admission Fee and Overcrowding Mitigation
- Venice introduces entry fee: five euros for day visitors.
- Overtourism damages the city and drives residents away.
- Controversy surrounds new regulation, funding infrastructure.
- Likely future price increases and tiered rates for Venice.
US economy slows amid import surge; inflation accelerates : The US economy witnessed its slowest growth in nearly two years during the first quarter ...
wionews.com/business-economy/us-economy-slows-amid-import-surge-inflation-accelerates-715182
Quick Glance: Unlikelihood of Fed Rate Cut Before Elections Disrupts Markets
- Investors cast doubt on a Fed rate cut before September.
- Expectations are now fully priced in for a rate cut on November 6-7.
- The shift in market expectations stemmed from inflation and growth data.
- There is now an estimated 75 percent likelihood of a Fed rate cut by September.
Person reportedly engulfed in flames outside New York courthouse where Trump trial underway
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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.
Russia says it has taken Bohdanivka in eastern Ukraine: April 21 (Reuters) - Russian forces have taken control of the settlement of Bohdanivka in Ukraine's ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-21-russia-says-it-has-taken-bohdanivka-in-eastern-ukraine/
25 years after the murder of BBC presenter Jill Dando on her front doorstep, unanswered questions remain
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/jill-dando-murder-25-years-bbc/103763480
Vietnam tycoon gets death sentence in $12-bln fraud case: HANOI, April 11 (Reuters) - A court in Vietnam handed the death sentence on Thursday to real estate ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-11-vietnam-tycoon-sentenced-to-death-in-12-billion-fraud-case-state-media-reports/
Quick Glance: Death Sentence for Real Estate Tycoon in Vietnam's Largest Fraud Case
- Truong My Lan, a prominent businesswoman and real estate tycoon, was sentenced to death in Vietnam's largest financial fraud case, marking a shocking development in the country's escalating anti-corruption campaign.
- Born in 1956, Lan founded the Van Thinh Phat company with her family in 1992, which grew to become one of Vietnam's richest real estate firms linked to some of Ho Chi Minh's most valuable properties.
- She was accused of using the bank as her cash cow, illegally controlling it between 2012 and 2022, and using thousands of 'ghost companies' in Vietnam and abroad to give loans to herself and her allies.
- Her arrest in October 2022 falls within a period of increased anti-corruption efforts in Vietnam ramping up since 2022, impacting the country's economic outlook and unsettling foreign investors.
Fossils of colossal snake Vasuki unearthed in India mine: Fossil vertebrae unearthed in a lignite mine are the remains of one of the largest snakes that ever ...
timeslive.co.za/news/sci-tech/2024-04-19-fossils-of-colossal-snake-vasuki-unearthed-in-india-mine/
Apple plans to invest more than $250m to expand Singapore campus: SINGAPORE (Reuters) -- Apple plans to invest more than $250 million to expand its ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Technology/Apple-plans-to-invest-more-than-250m-to-expand-Singapore-campus
Israel attacks Iran, sources say, drones reported over Isfahan: An Iranian official says there is no plan for an "immediate retaliation" after reports of ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/514719/israel-attacks-iran-sources-say-drones-reported-over-isfahan
Myanmar’s ex-leader Suu Kyi moved to house arrest: April 17 (Reuters) - Myanmar's detained former leader and Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi has been moved from ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-17-myanmars-ex-leader-suu-kyi-moved-to-house-arrest/
Ukraine war latest: US secretly provides Ukraine with 100 ATACMS; Denmark announces additional military aid for Kyiv
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-us-secretly-provides-ukraine-with-100-atacms-denmark-announces-additional-military-aid-for-kyiv/
Buenos Aires: Thousands protest against education cuts: Thousands took to the streets in Buenos Aires calling on President Javier Milei to preserve university ...
bbc.com/news/world-latin-america-68886411
In 20 pictures: The Asia Pacific this week: A pink Moon rises, baby otters meet the public for the first time, a rare white squirrel is spotted playing in a ...
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-26/asia-pacific-in-pictures-photostory/103763396
Iran's strike on Israel coincides with crackdown on dissent at home: 'That is part of the rulers' strategy to consolidate their grip on power when the country ...
i24news.tv/en/news/middle-east/iran-eastern-states/artc-iran-s-strike-on-israel-coincides-with-crackdown-on-dissent-at-home
Biden cancels $7.4 bln in student debt for 277,000 borrowers: April 12 (Reuters) - The Biden administration will cancel $7.4 billion in student debt for 277 ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-12-biden-cancels-7-4-bln-in-student-debt-for-277000-borrowers/
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.
US to withdraw military personnel from Niger: The United States will withdraw its troops from Niger, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters late on ...
rfi.fr/en/africa/20240420-us-to-withdraw-military-personnel-from-niger
Report: People are bailing on Safari after DMA makes changing defaults easier: Indie browsers report significant spikes in users in the past month.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/report-people-are-bailing-on-safari-after-dma-makes-changing-defaults-easier/
Tesla cuts prices in China, Germany and around globe after US: Tesla is grappling with falling sales and an intensifying price war for electric vehicles ...
rnz.co.nz/news/world/514908/tesla-cuts-prices-in-china-germany-and-around-globe-after-us
Quick Glance: Tesla: Prices Reduced in Germany - Musk's Strategies
- Tesla lowers prices in Germany to increase inventory and sales.
- Elon Musk addresses price complaints and emphasizes the need for flexible pricing.
- Buyers of Tesla vehicles during expensive phases may face depreciation.
- Tesla implements additional measures to boost sales, such as price cuts in the USA and adjustments in the Supercharger network.
Tesla laying off more than 10% of staff globally as sales fall: BERLIN — Tesla is laying off more than 10 per cent of its global workforce ...
asiaone.com/money/tesla-laying-more-10-staff-globally-sales-fall
Tunisian coast guard retrieves bodies of 14 migrants off coast of Djerba: Tunisian coast guard recovered 14 bodies of migrants off the coast of Djerba ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/north-africa/2024/04/24/tunisian-coast-guard-retrieves-bodies-of-14-migrants-off-coast-of-djerba
Japan's yen hits 155 to the dollar, weakest since 1990: (Reuters) -- The yen fell on Wednesday to its weakest levels against the dollar since 1990 ...
asia.nikkei.com/Business/Markets/Currencies/Japan-s-yen-hits-155-to-the-dollar-weakest-since-1990
Quick Glance: Market Volatility in Asia: Impact of Meta's Losses
- The depreciation of Asian currencies against the U.S. dollar and potential actions by monetary authorities are at the forefront of Asian markets.
- Post-market gains from U.S. tech giant Meta could impact Asian markets as shares dropped by 10% after trading hours.
- Concerns surrounding currencies are escalating as the dollar breached 155.00 yen on Wednesday without any indication of intervention from Japanese authorities. Will Tokyo take action?
- Given the current environment that led to a rare joint statement on exchange rates from the United States, Japan, and South Korea this month, no possibilities can be ruled out.
OpenAI's Sam Altman is trying to poach some of Microsoft's customers: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has hosted top business executives to pitch its enterprise AI ...
qz.com/openai-sam-altman-reportedly-poach-microsoft-customers-1851405864
China evacuates entire town as record rains, winds lash its south: BEIJING, April 25 (Reuters) - Relentless rains, hail and winds of near hurricane intensity ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-25-china-evacuates-entire-town-as-record-rains-winds-lash-its-south/
John Lennon's lost 1960s acoustic guitar to go up for auction: LONDON - A previously lost 12-string acoustic guitar that belonged to the late John Lennon ...
asiaone.com/entertainment/john-lennons-lost-1960s-acoustic-guitar-go-auction
Trump has an edge over Biden on economy, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds: US voters view Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump as better for the economy than ...
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US does not expect to be drawn into war but predicts attack by Iran against Israel
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-12-us-does-not-expect-to-be-drawn-into-war-but-predicts-attack-by-iran-against-israel/
UN committee unable to agree on Palestinian bid for full membership: UN Security Council deliberating on Palestinian membership, which would effectively ...
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-797477
Israeli tanks push back into northern Gaza, warplanes hit Rafah, say residents: CAIRO, April 16 (Reuters) - Israeli tanks pushed back into parts of the northern ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-17-israeli-tanks-push-back-into-northern-gaza-warplanes-hit-rafah-say-residents/
Kyiv says passports for military-age men to be issued only in Ukraine: April 24 (Reuters) - The Ukrainian government, further tightening regulations on ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-24-kyiv-says-passports-for-military-age-men-to-be-issued-only-in-ukraine/
Reuters: World Bank financing arm plans to invest $1.9 billion in Ukraine: The private financing arm of the World Bank plans to invest $1.9 billion in projects ...
kyivindependent.com/reuters-world-bank-financing-arm-plans-to-invest-1-9bn-in-ukraine/
Iran launches dozens of drones at Israel, says IDF: Move comes after US warned strike could be imminent
standard.co.uk/news/world/iran-israel-drones-attack-idf-gaza-war-b1151315.html
Israeli ‘aggression’ on Iran is an escalation against the region: Hamas official: Israel’s “aggression” on Iran is an escalation against the region ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/19/israeli-aggression-on-iran-is-an-escalation-against-the-region-hamas-official
In a rebel-held Myanmar town, fragile unity pushes junta to the brink: MYAWADDY, Myanmar: Myawaddy, a critical trading post in Myanmar that rebel forces seized ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/myanmar-rebel-town-fragile-unity-junta-4274296
BP's EV charging arm cuts jobs, reduces global ambitions: BP has cut more than a tenth of the workforce in its electric vehicle charging business and pulled ...
timeslive.co.za/motoring/news/2024-04-15-bps-ev-charging-arm-cuts-jobs-reduces-global-ambitions/
Tens of thousands of anti-tourism protesters his streets in Tenerife: Tens of thousands of people hit the streets in Tenerife today to protest against tourism on ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/20/tens-thousands-anti-tourism-protesters-streets-tenerife-20686222/
Tesla axes new Model 2, but promises cheaper cars: Tesla said on April 23 it would introduce 'new models' by early 2025 using its current platforms and ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-tesla-axes-new-model-2-but-promises-cheaper-cars/
UK inflation eases less than expected to 3.2% in March: Economists polled by Reuters expected a reading of 3.1%, down from 3.4% in February.
cnbc.com/2024/04/17/uk-inflation-march-2024.html
Quick Glance: Powell Warns of Lack of Progress on Inflation
- Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that the U.S. economy, while otherwise strong, has not seen a return of inflation to the central bank's target.
- Powell mentioned that the current policy should remain in place as inflation has not declined quickly enough and there has been no further progress towards the 2% goal.
- Since July 2023, the Fed has maintained its benchmark interest rate in a target range between 5.25% and 5.5%, the result of 11 consecutive rate hikes.
- Financial markets have had to adjust their expectations for rate cuts this year as inflation has been higher than expected, and the Fed's policy continues to be dependent on data.
China Acquired Banned Nvidia Hardware When Buying Servers: Reuters: Servers from Dell, Supermicro, and Gigabyte servers were purchased with Nvidia hardware ...
extremetech.com/computing/china-acquired-banned-nvidia-hardware-when-buying-servers-reuters
Man shot in Sydney mall after reports of stabbings, police say: A man was shot at a mall in Sydney on Saturday following reports of multiple people stabbed ...
thestar.com.my/aseanplus/aseanplus-news/2024/04/13/man-shot-in-sydney-mall-after-reports-of-stabbings-police-say
Quick Glance: Bondi Junction Shopping Centre Stabbing Victims
- Faraz Tahir, 30, fatally stabbed while working as a security guard by Joel Cauchi, 40.
- Five women and one man were killed, including Tahir, 30.
- Victims identified include Faraz Tahir, Ashlee Good, Dawn Singleton, and Jade Young.
- Three individuals remain critical, eight are stable, and one victim has been discharged.
Senior Hezbollah money changer found shot to death near Beirut : The security source identified the victim as Mohammad Surur who worked in currency exchanges and ...
jpost.com/middle-east/senior-hezbollah-money-changer-found-shot-to-death-near-beirut-796335
US shoots down Israel-bound drones fired by Iran: The US military shot down Iranian-fired drones headed toward Israel during a retaliatory attack on the country ...
businessinsider.com/us-shoots-down-israel-bound-drones-fired-from-iran-2024-4
Paid articlePaid Tesla’s global job cuts include reducing staff in leading markets U.S., China: sources
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Paid articlePaid FAA investigates union's allegations of retaliation by Boeing against engineers
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Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
Donald Trump lawyer gives bizarre response to him 'sleeping in court': Ex-President Donald Trump's lawyer Alina Habba gave a bizarre response to reports he ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/17/donald-trump-sleeping-court-lawyer-bizarre-response-20668621/
Marcos says U.S., Japan deal will change South China Sea dynamic: WASHINGTON/MANILA (Reuters) -- A cooperation agreement by the Philippines ...
asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Indo-Pacific/Marcos-says-U.S.-Japan-deal-will-change-South-China-Sea-dynamic
Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Reuters: Ukraine, Russia almost reached Black Sea shipping agreement in March: Ukraine and Russia negotiated for two months on a deal to ensure the safety of ...
kyivindependent.com/reuters-ukraine-russia-almost-reached-black-sea-shipping-deal-in-march/
Quick Glance: Close to Agreement: Black Sea Shipping Deal Between Ukraine and Russia
- Following extensive negotiations on the safety of merchant shipping in the Black Sea, an agreement was reached in March but was rejected by Kyiv at the eleventh hour.
- The United Nations and Turkey played crucial roles in mediating the talks.
- Shortly after the deal fell through, Russia initiated targeted attacks on ports in southern Ukraine.
- Even though Ukraine did not formally sign the document, it agreed for Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to make the announcement on March 30.
Lululemon to shutter Washington distribution centre, lay off 128 employees: Lululemon Athletica will close its distribution centre in the state of Washington at ...
ctvnews.ca/business/lululemon-to-shutter-washington-distribution-centre-lay-off-128-employees-1.6854596
EU’s Red Sea naval mission not affected by Iran attack on Israel, commander says: The operations of the European Union’s naval mission to the Red Sea have not ...
ekathimerini.com/news/1236637/eus-red-sea-naval-mission-not-affected-by-iran-attack-on-israel-commander-says/
Several injured in stabbing in Sydney church, second incident in 3 days: Several people have been injured in a stabbing in Sydney church, Reuters quoted local ...
hindustantimes.com/world-news/several-injured-in-stabbing-in-sydney-church-101713179660898.html
Quick Glance: Bishop's Premonition and Stabbing Incident
- A well-known Sydney bishop, stabbed during a sermon, had been warned of a potential attack on his life in recent weeks.
- The attack on Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel, allegedly by a 15-year-old, occurred at the Christ the Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on Monday night following a sermon where the bishop mentioned that his death was imminent.
- The bishop clarified that his potential passing would not be an attempt to escape or avoid life, but rather a conscious desire to be with God.
- A 15-year-old boy was arrested after the attack on the bishop and three other men during a service at an Assyrian Orthodox church in Sydney's southwest. The bishop was taken to the hospital with multiple stab wounds and is currently in stable condition.
Kenyan military deployed as East Africa floods kill dozens: NAIROBI (Reuters) - Kenya's military was deployed on Thursday to rescue victims of heavy ...
thestar.com.my/news/world/2024/04/25/kenyan-military-deployed-as-east-africa-floods-kill-dozens
UK dismisses Iran assertion it gave warning before attacking Israel: Britain rejects an assertion by Iran that it provided advance notice before attacking Israel ...
timeslive.co.za/news/world/2024-04-15-uk-dismisses-iran-assertion-it-gave-warning-before-attacking-israel/
Tesla cofounder: Canceled $25K Tesla helps China: Tesla cofounder Martin Eberhard said China would likely benefit if Tesla scrapped its $25,000 car.
businessinsider.com/tesla-cofounder-china-chance-spread-report-canceled-25k-model-2-2024-4
Reuters: US officials say China aids Russia's massive military expansion: According to one official, supplies from China are helping Russia launch its ...
kyivindependent.com/reuters-us-officials-say-china-aids-russias-massive-military-expansion/
Quick Glance: China Supports Russia in Weapons Manufacturing with Impact on Ukraine
- China is aiding Russia in significantly expanding its defense industrial base, leading to the most ambitious military manufacturing since the Soviet era. The support includes a variety of machine tools, drone and turbojet engines, as well as technologies for cruise missiles, microelectronics, and nitrocellulose used in weapons propellant. Chinese and Russian entities are also collaborating on drone production in Russia.
- The assistance from China is significantly influencing Russia's ability to continue its assault on Ukraine, while Ukraine's military struggles with equipment shortages, exacerbated by Republicans blocking a vote on new American military aid. US officials attribute Russia's rapid military build-up largely to Chinese support, with China accounting for 90% of Russia's microelectronics imports in 2023.
- President Biden and Secretary of State Blinken have raised concerns about China's support for Russia's defense industrial base and are trying to persuade China to cease this practice. Pressure on China continues to ensure that companies do not provide support to the Russian defense sector, which could have significant consequences.
- China is assisting Russia in enhancing its satellite and space capabilities for use in Ukraine. The US is actively engaging with banks worldwide to establish compliance systems to avoid inadvertent involvement in supporting the Russian defense industrial base, which would result in sanctions. Efforts to convince China to halt this support are ongoing to prevent further bolstering of Russia's military capabilities.
No plan for immediate retaliation against Israel, senior Iranian official says: Explosions echoed over an Iranian city on Friday in what sources described as an ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/19/no-plan-for-immediate-retaliation-against-israel-senior-iranian-official-says
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