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Google Workers Protest Cloud Contract With Israel's Government: Google employees are staging sit-ins and protests at company offices in New York and California ...
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Quick Glance: Google restructuring operations and relocating roles to 'hubs' to fund AI investments
- Google is implementing staff layoffs and transferring certain roles to 'hubs' to secure funds for artificial intelligence investments.
- The finance and real estate teams are being affected by the downsizing, with some roles being moved overseas.
- Through the consolidation of finance teams in Bangalore, Mexico City, Dublin, Chicago, and Atlanta, Google aims to enhance efficiency and operate around the clock.
- The restructuring is driven by the substantial shift towards artificial intelligence in the tech industry, prompting Google to allocate more resources to this domain.
Rwanda bill latest: Sunak says first Rwanda asylum flights will take off in '10-12 weeks' - BBC News
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses
apnews.com/article/us-israel-military-aid-international-law-1e9b612631a7c20438053189c3b62187
Supreme Court will decide if Trump has immunity in election case: The Supreme Court seems highly skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute ...
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-trump-capitol-riot-prosecution-immunity-72c885c07c77970d4380206f87b2d8ca
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
ArcaneDoor hackers exploit Cisco zero-days to breach govt networks: Cisco warned today that a state-backed hacking group has been exploiting two zero-day ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/arcanedoor-hackers-exploit-cisco-zero-days-to-breach-govt-networks/
About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds
apnews.com/article/aarp-older-adults-retirement-savings-prices-c4f1353d97e8c0a9973c9c67a8eab800
Supreme Court will take up the legal fight over ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers
apnews.com/article/supreme-court-ghost-guns-regulation-1a29729cf1bee46590d82ac46ab7b8f4
'We can’t find people to give the money to': The recently-formed Whakatipu Poppy Trust already has about $100,000 in its coffers but is struggling to ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/we-can%E28099t-find-people-give-money
UTME 2024: Nigerians lambast JAMB over examination 7 a.m. exam schedule: JAMB Spokesperson Fabian Benjamin told PREMIUM TIMES on Sunday that the examination ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/687965-utme-2024-nigerians-lambast-jamb-over-examination-7-a-m-exam-schedule.html
Iconic Dunedin band honoured at awards: Iconic Dunedin band Look Blue Go Purple has been honoured at this year's Taite Music Awards ...
odt.co.nz/entertainment/music/iconic-dunedin-band-honoured-awards
Vice President Harris announces final rules mandating minimum standards for nursing home staffing
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Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes
- The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.
- The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.
- Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.
- The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.
South Korean Youth Activists Take Government to Court over Climate Crisis: In South Korea, a court heard from youth climate activists and their families ...
democracynow.org/2024/4/23/headlines/south_korean_youth_activists_take_government_to_court_over_climate_crisis
Russia Threatens More Strikes on Ukraine Over US Aid: Russia threatened to step up strikes on Ukraine in response to the US vote to provide new military aid to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/russia-threatens-to-intensify-strikes-on-ukraine-over-us-aid
Urinating man arrested for indecent exposure: A man has been arrested after allegedly exposing himself and urinating in front of passerbys on a busy Dunedin ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/urinating-man-arrested-indecent-exposure
Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline
apnews.com/article/fisa-donald-trump-surveillance-congress-johnson-81e991c9f82e77b2fe13f8a3e0e25349
Rwanda bill: Government and Lords face another voting showdown: Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and ...
bbc.com/news/uk-68871847
Hyde St party in full swing: Thousands of Dunedin's students are partying hard, but relatively quietly at the infamous Hyde St party, being held today.
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/campus/hyde-st-party-full-swing
As India’s smallest state votes, a broken hydro plant takes centerstage: Sikkim’s hydropower dream of huge revenues has turned into a nightmare due to ...
aljazeera.com/economy/2024/4/18/a-flash-flood-and-a-quiet-sale-highlight-indias-sikkims-hydro-problems
Rains in Sharjah: Remote work for government departments extended till April 17: Extra day allotted for work from home after heavy rains on Tuesday
gulfnews.com/uae/government/rains-in-sharjah-remote-work-for-government-departments-extended-till-april-17-1.102191005
62% of Uganda's forensic experts untrained, AG report: Only 14 of the 37 technical staff in the institution have undergone training ranging from basic to ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/62-of-uganda-s-forensic-experts-untrained-ag-report-4598246
Performing arts to be compulsory in CBC syllabus, says Machogu : Every school expected to take part in the performing arts competitions.
nation.africa/kenya/news/education/performing-arts-to-be-compulsory-in-cbc-syllabus-says-machogu--4591304
Rare visitor makes himself at home: It's 7.30am. You’re a young elephant seal coming in from a hard weekend of diving and eating fish ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/rare-visitor-makes-himself-home
Billionaire's new building to soar over Midtown for one very specific reason: Billionaire hedge funder Ken Griffin, along with Vornado Realty Trust and Rudin ...
nypost.com/2024/04/22/real-estate/this-new-nyc-office-tower-aims-to-lure-locals-back-to-work/
NZ shearer breaks merino solo record in Western Australia: Luke Vernon broke the previous record set in 2019 by shearing 500 merino ewes in eight hours.
rnz.co.nz/news/country/514393/nz-shearer-breaks-merino-solo-record-in-western-australia
Republican states urge Congress to reject DEI legislation: A host of Republican-led states are urging Congress to reject two Democrat-sponsored bills aimed at ...
thehill.com/homenews/race-politics/4597936-republican-states-urge-congress-reject-dei-legislation/
Modi Urges Strong Government Amid Global Unrest: India Votes: Each day, Bloomberg journalists take you across a selection of towns and cities as they gear up for ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/modi-urges-strong-government-amid-global-unrest-india-votes
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Irish budget: Government ran €8.3bn surplus last year: The Irish government ran a budget surplus of €8.3bn (£7.1bn) last year.
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Sounds to Town runner raises $15,000: Conquering a 600km ultramarathon was not the only milestone Glenn Sutton reached last week. The Dunedin athlete still made ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/sounds-town-runner-raises-15000
Temporary fix for damaged rail bridge under way: KiwiRail has begun building the temporary supports needed to reopen Canterbury's Rangitata rail bridge ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/temporary-fix-damaged-rail-bridge-under-way
Do Kwon Lost to the SEC. The U.S. Is Piling Up Other Crypto Wins, Too.: The decision was the latest in a series of federal court wins bolstering regulators’ ...
wsj.com/finance/currencies/do-kwon-lost-to-the-sec-the-u-s-is-piling-up-other-crypto-wins-too-6c12bdde
Rural postie retires after 59-year career: When Freeman Willetts delivers your paper, he ensures it goes inside the letterbox. It has been a point of pride for ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/rural-postie-retires-after-59-year-career
MPs summon minister Babalanda over caliber of newly appointed assistant RDCs: “What roles are the Assistant RDCs going to play that the RDCs and Deputy RDCs are ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/mps-summon-minister-babalanda-over-caliber-of-newly-appointed-assistant-rdcs-4600606
Biden is seeking higher tariffs on Chinese steel as he courts union voters: President Joe Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China ...
apnews.com/article/biden-china-steel-tariffs-union-workers-0399b0450b67086ca86edc43ac45e5e9
Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
'No bites': Central Otago subdivision lots fail to sell: An insecure housing market is driving a lack of sales at an Alexandra subdivision ...
odt.co.nz/regions/central-otago/no-bites-central-otago-subdivision-lots-fail-sell
Finding properties for buyers: Two Arrowtowners have launched the Arrowtown area’s first buyers’ agency, helping out-of-town, mostly high-end buyers find their ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/finding-properties-buyers
Biden says US support for Philippines, Japan defense 'ironclad' amid growing China provocations
apnews.com/article/japan-philippines-trilateral-kishida-marcos-biden-03e6288c5b5155af1bb693a464de875d
Quick 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.
'Really special': Another Joseph to wear black jersey: Maia Joseph was almost speechless when she picked up the phone. It is easy to understand why ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/really-special-another-joseph-wear-black-jersey
Biden considering Australia's request to drop prosecution of Julian Assange: President Joe Biden says he's considering a request from Australia to drop the ...
apnews.com/article/biden-australia-assange-wikileaks-2cd31cf5a9983f3523a7c3de72b5078e
Quick Glance: Contemplating Prosecution Cessation for Wikileaks Founder Julian Assange
- President Joe Biden is contemplating Australia's request to cease the long-standing U.S. effort to prosecute Wikileaks founder Julian Assange for revealing American classified documents.
- There is a disparity in the treatment of Assange and Manning, with Obama shortening Manning's sentence while Assange remains under indictment. Supporters of Assange argue he is a journalist protected by the First Amendment who exposed U.S. military misconduct in Iraq and Afghanistan.
'Deeply disappointed': Shotover Jet disrupts Anzac ceremonies: Ngāi Tahu Tourism has apologised for operating the Shotover Jet boat service during the ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/deeply-disappointed-shotover-jet-disrupts-anzac-ceremonies
'Time to move on': Topp cafe closes in Canterbury: The Topp Country Cafe has closed its doors after six years in business. Business boomed at the cafe ...
odt.co.nz/business/time-move-topp-cafe-closes-canterbury
Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to death over $12bn fraud: State media says Truong My Lan’s crimes eroded public trust in ruling Communist party
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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.
House passes reauthorization of US spy program after GOP upheaval: The U.S. House has passed a bill to reauthorize and provide sweeping reforms of a key U.S ...
apnews.com/article/fisa-donald-trump-surveillance-congress-johnson-6798869fa141a13329c24245c64fd14f
Earthworks near highway remain a mystery: Only one man seems to know and he is not talking. Mystery and rumour continue to surround significant earthworks on a ...
odt.co.nz/regions/earthworks-near-highway-remain-mystery
Takeaways: Iran's attack on Israel raises fears of a wider war: The unprecedented attack by Iran on Israel early Sunday ratcheted up regional tensions ...
apnews.com/article/iran-israel-attack-hamas-biden-8ffb1a81e6769bb1d27c849e6108da36
Govt reveals first changes to Resource Management Act: Farming, mining and other industrial regulations are being scrapped or amended under the government's ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/govt-reveals-first-changes-resource-management-act
Government suffers fresh Rwanda Bill defeat in Lords: Peers maintain stand-off with government over flagship controversial Rwanda deportation plan.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68831697
The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Are Skyrocketing: Rising insurance premiums, property taxes and maintenance costs show little sign of abating ...
wsj.com/economy/housing/housing-affordability-taxes-insurance-costs-rise-bca64df1
Viaduct bridge needs attention: report: Taieri Gorge railway corridor structures have been assessed as being in a satisfactory condition ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/viaduct-bridge-needs-attention-report
A life of music and sport: Already well-known as a longtime guitarist with The Verlaines, Paul Winders has added to Arrowtown’s amazing pool of talented musos ...
odt.co.nz/regions/queenstown/life-music-and-sport
Detective series Bergerac confirmed for return featuring Jersey locations: A new series of Bergerac has been commissioned with six dramas being filmed over the ...
itv.com/news/channel/2024-04-12/detective-series-bergerac-confirmed-for-return-featuring-jersey-locations
More than $6.8m owed by failed Wishbone: National cafe chain Wishbone, which had an outlet at Dunedin Hospital, owes creditors more than $6.8 million ...
odt.co.nz/business/more-68m-owed-failed-wishbone
Southern Motorway crash leaves one critically injured: One person was critically injured in a crash on the Southern Motorway (SH1) at Green Island last night ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/southern-motorway-crash-leaves-one-critically-injured
Weird and wonderful on city’s Hyde St: Colourful costumes, music and a plentiful supply of alcohol turned Dunedin’s Hyde St into party central at the weekend ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/weird-and-wonderful-city%E28099s-hyde-st
NZ Agricultural Show cancelled: Financial worries have forced the organisers of the New Zealand Agricultural Show in Christchurch to postpone the event this year ...
odt.co.nz/rural-life/rural-events/nz-agricultural-show-cancelled
First photo of Insta-famous magpie released: The first photo of a famous magpie has been released after it was revealed the bird is due to be reunited with a ...
news.com.au/technology/science/animals/first-photo-of-instafamous-molly-the-magpie-as-it-is-set-to-be-returned-to-family-under-a-few-conditions/news-story/d666cd8e1bffb9e8e1847bde949da377
Panel nixes further greenfield housing areas: No additional areas in Dunedin have been indicated for greenfields residential development because enough housing ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/panel-nixes-further-greenfield-housing-areas
Big prefabricated homes may be NZ’s largest: Despite the challenges of delivering a home about as long as an Airbus A320 aircraft by truck ...
odt.co.nz/business/big-prefabricated-homes-may-be-nz%E28099s-largest
Cost-cutting at agency that spent $700k on Covid pins: The previous government set aside $2 million on lapel pins to honour thousands of Covid-19 workers ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/cost-cutting-agency-spent-700k-covid-pins
Thousands gather in remembrance: Despite heavy rain and strong winds in parts of Otago and Southland, the Anzac spirit was strong and southerners turned out en ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/thousands-gather-remembrance
‘Best rally in the world,’ Otago Classic winner says: Former world championship star Kris Meeke came, saw and duly conquered at this weekend’s Otago Classic ...
odt.co.nz/sport/motorsport/%E28098best-rally-world%E28099-otago-classic-winner-says
School block naming an ‘honour’: If you teach at a school for long enough, colleagues start to give you a ribbing and tell you "you’re part of the ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/school-block-naming-%E28098honour%E28099
Backdown over plan to remove parks: Port Chalmers residents are claiming victory after a U-turn over a controversial plan to remove parking spaces ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/backdown-over-plan-remove-parks
Four players from one club suspended: The North Otago union has sent a "loud and clear" message that ill discipline will not be tolerated after four ...
odt.co.nz/sport/rugby/club-rugby/four-players-one-club-suspended
Doubt over Albany St cycleway consultation: A Dunedin businessman says he has "next to no confidence" the city council will consult properly about a ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/dcc/doubt-over-albany-st-cycleway-consultation
Search continues for missing fisherman in North Otago: A search is continuing for a fisherman who went missing near the Waitaki river mouth on Monday ...
odt.co.nz/regions/north-otago/search-continues-missing-fisherman-north-otago
Young man killed in Ashburton farm incident named: Police have named the man killed in a workplace incident at a farm in Ashburton.
odt.co.nz/news/national/young-man-killed-ashburton-farm-incident-named
Police relaxed ahead of Hyde St party: In years gone by, the annual Hyde St student party has been a beacon for bedlam and mayhem. But Dunedin police are feeling ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/police-relaxed-ahead-hyde-st-party
What to know about the "podiumgate" audit involving Sarah Huckabee Sanders
axios.com/local/nw-arkansas/2024/04/17/podiumgate-audit-sarah-huckabee-sanders-arkansas
Abu Ghraib survivors bring their torture claims to a US court: Twenty years ago this month, photos of abused prisoners and smiling U.S. soldiers guarding them at ...
apnews.com/article/abu-ghraib-lawsuit-caci-virginia-contractor-torture-47bca65df10c62b672944692a139e012
Smashing pumpkin: A 6-year-old has smashed last year’s record for the biggest giant pumpkin entered in a South Otago competition ...
odt.co.nz/rural-life/rural-events/smashing-pumpkin
Fred’s story brought to life: A story of bravery, war and a broken heart has brought some tangible reward for an Invercargill woman. Cindy Kennedy ...
odt.co.nz/southland/fred%E28099s-story-brought-life
Judge in Trump’s classified files case agrees to protect witness identities: The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case against former ...
apnews.com/article/donald-trump-maralago-jack-smith-justice-department-bad5cb148471724b76e4aced04e0337f
Quick Glance: Judge to Redact Witness Names in Trump's Case
- The federal judge overseeing Donald Trump's case agreed to protect potential government witnesses.
- The dispute over witness information in pretrial documents has slowed down the case.
- The judge agreed to protect witness identities but refused to seal the substance of witness statements.
- In light of prior criticisms, the judge appears to ease tensions by redacting witness names.
‘Gone berserk’: Vandals plague Lumsden loos: A public toilet block in a small Southland town is battling ongoing vandalism, forcing the council to explore new ...
odt.co.nz/southland/%E28098gone-berserk%E28099-vandals-plague-lumsden-loos
Simon Harris becomes Ireland's youngest prime minister at 37: Father-of-two Mr Harris becomes Ireland's youngest and 15th taoiseach as he succeeds Leo ...
news.sky.com/story/simon-harris-approved-as-irelands-next-prime-minister-by-parliament-13111368
Quick Glance: Simon Harris Becomes Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister
- Simon Harris has been officially sworn in as Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar who abruptly stepped down last month. Harris, 37, took the helm of the ruling Fine Gael party but faces challenges as the party trails behind Sinn Fein in polls.
- A rapid riser in Ireland's political hierarchy, Harris has made a name for himself as Health Minister and most recently as Minister for Higher Education and Science. His political identity as a young politician has been marked by both supporters and critics, particularly standing out with younger voters and on social media platforms like TikTok.
- Varadkar's government grappled with challenges such as housing crisis and increasing immigration numbers. Harris inherits a tough political landscape, especially with upcoming elections until March 2025. The political landscape in Ireland has shifted, with Sinn Fein emerging as a rising political force, leading to a shift in the traditional party landscape.
- While Harris sees the idea of a potential reunification of Ireland as a legitimate aspiration, his focus remains on current challenges like housing crisis, rising cost of living, and immigration. Despite political changes and discussions about potential reunification, Ireland's future remains uncertain and complex.
ODT quiz: April 25: Test your local and general knowledge by taking the Otago Daily Times quiz for Thursday, April 25.
odt.co.nz/entertainment/odt-quiz/odt-quiz-april-25
Diocese to fund own insurance: Catholic churches in Otago and Southland have been forced to dump their insurance policies because of soaring premiums ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/diocese-fund-own-insurance
Call to speed up provision of infrastructure: Work to get Three Waters infrastructure to Harington Point on Otago Peninsula should be accelerated ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/dcc/call-speed-provision-infrastructure
Warning of wild winds for South: Make sure you batten down the hatches before you hit the hay tonight. MetService has issued a severe weather watch for strong to ...
odt.co.nz/regions/warning-wild-winds-south
Digital profiles to tell 26 tales of war: Heartbreaking stories of war have been compiled by Toitū Otago Settlers Museum in the leadup to this year’s Anzac Day ...
odt.co.nz/the-star/digital-profiles-tell-26-tales-war
'Recidivist' burglar tracked by victim's GPS: A "recidivist spree burglar" was found by one of her victims using a GPS fob attached to a ...
odt.co.nz/news/national/recidivist-burglar-tracked-victims-gps
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