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The US Transportation Department awarded $60 million in emergency relief funding to Maryland after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore ...
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Hess board recommends shareholders vote in favor of Chevron merger -filing: Hess Corp on Thursday said in a securities filing that its board unanimously ...
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George Gilbey: Arrest in connection with death of Gogglebox star: Police are questioning a man after George Gilbey fell from a height while at work.
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Quick Glance: Gogglebox Star George Gilbey, 40, Dies as Tributes Pour In
- Gogglebox star George Gilbey has died suddenly at the age of 40 as tributes poured in for the Celebrity Big Brother finalist.
- George reportedly passed away in a workplace accident where he fell from height and sustained a fatal injury.
- Tributes from celebrities and fans reflect the sorrow over George's death, although confusion arose when posts continued on his social media account.
- George was known for his time on Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother, with his family and colleagues mourning his loss.
Egypt population growth continues slowing to 1.4%, government says: Population growth in Egypt, the Arab world's most populous country, slowed to 1.4% in 2023 ...
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Surging dengue cases in Americas cause alarm as potentially worst-ever season looms
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White House's Brainard says corporate profits remain elevated: White House National Economic Adviser Lael Brainard said on Thursday corporate profits remain ...
reuters.com/markets/us/white-houses-brainard-says-corporate-profits-remain-elevated-2024-03-28/
US bridge collapse may hit insurance loss record: Barclays says the fatal incident could cost insurance companies as much as $3bn.
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Aerial surveys show US landfills are major source of methane emissions: Over half of U.S. landfills observed by aerial surveys are super-emitting sources of ...
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Sam Bankman-Fried will grow old in jail. But don’t forget those who basked in his orbit
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Quick Glance: Sam Bankman-Fried's Verdict: 25-Year Prison Term - BBC News
- Sam Bankman-Fried received a 25-year prison sentence. Key details from the court hearing in New York were summarized, focusing on his defense lawyer's arguments and the judge's ruling.
- The judge criticized SBF's lack of remorse, noting that he had never expressed a word of regret for committing terrible crimes. Customers who lost money in the collapse reported experiencing nightmares.
- SBF admitted to making a series of poor decisions but claimed that customers could be reimbursed. The judge pointed out that the assertion that customers would be fully repaid through the bankruptcy process was misleading.
- The court hearing also included testimonies from customers who lost significant amounts of money, insights into SBF's background, and the reasons behind the collapse of his company FTX.
Tennessee Body Farm expert questions the state of Riley Strain when he was found: The family ordered a second autopsy of Riley because of missing clothing.
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Beyoncé’s ‘Cowboy Carter’ Features a Beatles Cover, Miley Cyrus, and Post Malone: 'Cowboy Carter' has arrived in areas of the world where it’s already ...
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Ancient DNA reveals intriguing details about a sixth century Chinese emperor: Scholars have speculated about the sixth-century emperor’s looks ...
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Two more abusers at J-pop predator's company: The two individuals involved in sex abuse at Johnny Kitagawa's agency are still alive, BBC is told.
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Former U.S. Senator, Joe Lieberman dies at 82, media reports: Former U.S. senator and vice presidential nominee Joe Lieberman has died at the 82 ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Lieberman, Former US Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate, Passes Away at 82
- Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman from Connecticut, who came close to winning the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and nearly became running mate to Republican John McCain eight years later, has passed away.
- Lieberman passed away in New York City as a result of complications following a fall.
- His advocacy for issues such as gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes often earned him praise from many liberals, despite causing discontent among Democrats due to his independent stance and provocations towards Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 campaign.
- Renowned for his firm foreign policy perspectives, pro-defense inclinations, and robust support for environmental matters, Lieberman was instrumental in the legislative efforts leading to the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.
China removes tariffs on Australian wine after more than three years: It comes as relations have improved since a new Canberra government was elected in 2022.
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Tyla is the new face of African pop. She's aiming to take over the whole world: The South African singer brought a homegrown genre, amapiano, to new ears with a ...
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Lawsuits over Baltimore bridge collapse likely, though limited, lawyers say: The owner, operator and charterer of the container ship that struck Baltimore’s ...
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U.S. defence chief reaffirms support for Philippines, chides 'dangerous' Chinese conduct
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Moscow concert attack: Relatives of missing desperately seek answers: Dozens of people are still unaccounted for, with relatives attempting to track down their ...
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US requiring new AI safeguards for government use, transparency: The White House said Thursday it is requiring federal agencies using artificial intelligence to ...
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Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil isn't 'Made in USA,' lawsuit claims: The maker of Reynolds Wrap aluminum foil is being sued in a proposed class action claiming it ...
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How the US stock market rocketed through the first quarter: The U.S. stock market is off to a soaring start in 2024, as optimism over the economy and interest ...
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Twisted magnetic field observed around Milky Way's central black hole: Astronomers on Wednesday announced that they have detected a strong and organized magnetic ...
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Polar ice is melting and changing Earth’s rotation. It’s messing with time itself
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Quick Glance: Earth Spinning Faster: Time Could Lose a Second
- A faster spinning Earth could cause the world to lose a second, changing the future.
- Melting ice at the poles has delayed the Earth's faster rotation.
- The study discusses the transition from atomic to astronomical time and technological challenges with leap seconds.
- Despite difficulties with leap seconds, changes in time management are planned from the 2030s onwards.
Ukraine destroys 26 Russian drones in latest overnight strike: Ukrainian forces shot down 26 out of 28 attack drones launched overnight by Russia ...
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Kitchen sponge maker Scrub Daddy explores sale, sources say: Scrub Daddy, the kitchen sponge maker that gained popularity after securing an investment on U.S ...
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US lottery player wins $1.1bn Mega Millions jackpot: The lucky winner is poised to take home the fifth largest jackpot in the lottery's history.
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Quick Glance: Strategies for Powerball and Mega Millions: Tips for Choosing Numbers
- Nicholas Kapoor unexpectedly won the Powerball lottery and used it as a teaching tool.
- The odds of winning Powerball and Mega Millions are extremely slim.
- It is recommended to choose random numbers or Quick Picks to increase chances of winning.
- Playing less popular lotteries can increase the odds of winning, but the prizes are smaller.
Molly the magpie: Australia debates seizure of Insta-famous bird: The bird - known by millions online as "Molly" - was removed from its carers by wildlife ...
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Quick Glance: Premier Supports Influencers in Illegally Raising Molly the Magpie
- Gold Coast social media influencers Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen surrendered the magpie Molly due to lack of permits.
- Premier Steven Miles aims to collaborate with authorities to ensure proper care for Molly.
- Molly the magpie was taken from the wild without permission, but the Premier believes a solution can be found in the best interest of the animal.
- An online petition with nearly 60,000 signatures calls for the reunion of Molly with Peggy and her family.
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- Investigators recover data recorder in bridge collision probe
- Israel puts Rafah meeting with US back on ...
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China's economy will provide strong driving force for world recovery: China's economy will provide a strong driving force for the world recovery ...
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China's Xiaomi to enter cut-throat EV market for the first time: BEIJING: Chinese consumer tech giant Xiaomi will launch its first-ever EV at a press conference ...
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Focus: How Boeing's leadership was 'fired' by its own customers: It took 80 days. But for the airline industry, enough was enough.
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Quick Glance: Boeing's Customer-Driven Leadership Shift
- A revolt by U.S. airline executives led to the removal of Boeing's top leadership, including CEO Dave Calhoun, following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines aircraft.
- U.S. airlines are advocating for significant changes at Boeing, emphasizing the need for an experienced industry professional to be selected as CEO.
- Responding to customer demands, Boeing underwent a comprehensive personnel restructuring and committed to reestablishing the company's direction.
- Boeing's clients, particularly U.S. airlines, pressed for a change in leadership, seeking enhanced safety and reliability from the aircraft manufacturer.
LIVE: Worshippers take part in evening Taraweeh prayers in Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
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Shein’s fast fashion comes with fast-finance risks: For a sign of how the internet has changed the way consumers shop for clothes, consider the “Shein haul ...
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India sizzles in global equity capital markets amid Asia deals drought: India's bulging pipeline of large block trades and listings such as the $3 billion IPO of ...
reuters.com/markets/asia/india-sizzles-global-equity-capital-markets-amid-deals-drought-asia-2024-03-28/
AccuWeather forecasts near-record storms this Atlantic hurricane season: U.S. private forecaster AccuWeather expects an above-average 2024 Atlantic hurricane ...
reuters.com/world/us/accuweather-forecasts-near-record-storms-this-atlantic-hurricane-season-2024-03-27/
Hundreds of rights groups urge US to stop deporting Haitians fleeing gang war: Nearly 500 immigration and human rights organizations signed a letter urging the U ...
reuters.com/world/hundreds-rights-groups-urge-us-stop-deporting-haitians-fleeing-gang-war-2024-03-28/
Amazon fined $7.8 mln by Polish consumer watchdog: Amazon has been fined 31 million zlotys ($7.8 million) in Poland for misleading customers about product ...
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Quick Glance: Amazon Faces Heavy Fine in Poland and Scrutiny Over Delivery Practices
- Poland's consumer watchdog, UOKiK, imposed a $7.8 million (31 million zlotys) fine on Amazon for allegedly misleading customers about product availability and delivery dates.
- Since September 2021, Amazon's sales practices have been under scrutiny following complaints from shoppers. The authority found potential deception in sales contract conclusions and the use of deceptive design elements to create a false sense of urgency.
- It was highlighted that Amazon failed to provide clear information about the rules of its delivery service before orders, despite guaranteeing delivery.
- Amazon intends to appeal the fine, emphasizing its dedication to customer satisfaction and collaboration with authorities.
The risky economics of living without homeowners insurance: Owning a home can feel like risky business, from coming up with the mortgage payment every month to ...
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Five dead as coach crashes on German motorway near Leipzig: The coach, reportedly run by FlixBus, veered to the right on the busy A9 autobahn before falling on ...
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Automakers face 'daunting' task to meet 2032 EV rules, industry says: Automakers face "daunting" government regulations to sell half of new vehicles by 2030 as ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/automakers-face-daunting-task-meet-2032-ev-rules-industry-says-2024-03-27/
BrandWatch: Consumers win with EU's Green Claims Directive, but marketers fear 'greenhush' fallout
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Fed's Waller still sees 'no rush' to cut rates amid sticky inflation data: Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said on Wednesday that recent ...
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Yen on intervention watch; Asia shares subdued: The yen languished near its weakest in decades on Thursday though the threat of intervention from Japanese ...
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Lifestyle 48 Hours | Today's Top Lifestyle Stories | Reuters: Follow our exclusive "48 Hours" travel series, delving into the favorite city spots ...
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UK's Spirent ditches Viavi for Keysight's 15% higher takeover offer: Spirent Communications has agreed to Keysight Technologies's offer valuing the firm at 1 ...
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Caught up in concert shooting, a Russian woman said goodbye to the world: Russian artist Alyona Kazinskaya likes to fill her social media feed with cheerful ...
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Nick Cave on love, art and the loss of his sons: ‘It’s against nature to bury your children’
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France to sue student it says falsely accused principal of forcibly removing headscarf
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Global M&A picks up in Q1 after flurry of large deals: Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) bounced back in the first quarter after a downbeat 2023 ...
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US banks to see modest hit from deal to lower swipe fee by Visa, Mastercard
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Quick Glance: Settlement between Visa and MasterCard and merchants on antitrust dispute over fees
- Visa and Mastercard announced a settlement with U.S. merchants related to swipe fees, potentially saving consumers billions of dollars.
- Swipe fees are paid to credit card companies like Visa and Mastercard in exchange for facilitating transactions, with merchants passing those fees on to consumers.
- As per the settlement, Visa and Mastercard will cap credit interchange fees until 2030 and must negotiate fees with merchant groups.
- The settlement stems from a 2005 lawsuit alleging that merchants paid excessive fees to accept Visa and Mastercard credit cards, citing antitrust violations by Visa, Mastercard, and their member banks.
I went to Mecca to find solace. I found acceptance.: At a trying time for Islam, I went on a religious pilgrimage.
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US urges allies to bar firms from servicing key chipmaking tools for China: The United States is asking allies to stop domestic companies from servicing certain ...
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Australia's Ramelius Resources ends buyout talks with Karora Resources: Australian gold miner Ramelius Resources Ltd said on Thursday it had ended discussions ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/australias-ramelius-resources-ends-buyout-talks-with-karora-resources-2024-03-28/
Automakers face 'daunting' task to meet 2032 EV rules, industry says: Automakers face "daunting" government regulations to sell half of new vehicles by 2030 as ...
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Fast-fashion retailer H&M beats expectations in spring recovery: H&M , the world's second-largest listed fashion retailer, reported a stronger than expected ...
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New AI benchmark tests speed of responses to user queries: Artificial intelligence benchmarking group MLCommons on Wednesday released a fresh set of tests and ...
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Carnival rides on record cruise demand to lift annual profit forecast: Carnival Corp , raised its annual profit forecast on Wednesday, anticipating a record year ...
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Protecting Palestinians a moral imperative, Pentagon chief tells Israeli counterpart
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