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Reuters World News: Gambia's female genital mutilation bill, and other top stories
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Japan finally raises interest rates as inflation wish comes true: The move marks the first time the country's central bank has raised interest rates for 17 years ...
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UK royal Kate shown in first video since surgery, Sun says: Kate, Britain's Princess of Wales, has been shown looking fit and healthy in the first video taken of ...
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Quick Glance: Kate and William visit Windsor Farm Shop
- The Princess of Wales was filmed smiling alongside her husband during a visit to a farm shop in Windsor.
- Footage from The Sun showed Kate and William at the local business on Saturday, indicating a positive progression in Kate's recovery from surgery.
- The farm shop in Windsor that the couple visited is a short distance from their Adelaide Cottage home within the grounds of Windsor Castle.
- Kate is expected to resume her official duties after the summer term commencing on April 17.
Evergrande: China property giant and its founder accused of $78bn fraud: Former billionaire Hui Ka Yan has been fined and faces being banned from the financial ...
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The Problem With Dune: Part Two: TikTok is full of people tediously explaining Paul’s antiheroism. That’s the kind of treatment this movie deserves.
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'Only God can change this place': Haitians see no end to spiralling violence: Bodies pile up even in the "safest" areas of Port-au-Prince, a capital city reeling ...
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Evacuation flights to US begin as Haiti deteriorates: As violence consumes the Caribbean country, aid organisations say the threat of starvation is growing.
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Hertz CEO Stephen Scherr resigns after big bet on EVs goes bust: Hertz, one of the four largest car rental companies in the world, is replacing its CEO after the ...
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The Best Bike Racks and Carriers for Cars and Trucks: After testing 75 bike racks—including hitch, trunk, and roof models—we recommend the Kuat Sherpa 2 ...
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Preparing for the Next Pandemic: If an influenza pandemic struck today, borders would close, the global economy would shut down, international vaccine supplies ...
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Nvidia expands ties with Chinese EV makers as auto AI race heats up: Nvidia said on Monday it is expanding its collaborations with BYD and other Chinese ...
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Quick Glance: Nvidia Expands Partnerships with Chinese EV Makers
- Nvidia expands collaborations with Chinese automakers to advance self-driving vehicles and AI technology.
- BYD to utilize Nvidia's Drive Thor chips for autonomous driving and digital functions.
- Chinese auto brands intensify partnerships with Nvidia to enhance global presence.
- Nvidia announces partnerships with companies like Cerence and Lenovo for AI technology development.
PACCAR, Hyundai, Ford, Honda, Tesla among 165k vehicles recalled: Check car recalls here
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In the armed forces: The Noriker follows the legendary Pinzgauer: However, the 180 hp multifunctional vehicle from Iveco is not an equivalent replacement for the ...
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Body of missing 18-year-old Carson Hughes found in lake at Indiana state park: The body of 18-year-old Carson Hughes was found in a lake in the Indiana State ...
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Koblenz vehicle with cult status: The oldie bus is coming back: It is probably one of the most famous vintage cars in Koblenz: the “Oldie Bus” from Kevag ...
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Steve Harley death: Cockney Rebel singer dies at 73: The rock star, whose song Make Me Smile was a number one in 1975, was being treated for cancer.
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Quick Glance: Steve Harley Passes Away at 73 from Cancer, Cockney Rebel Legend
- Singer Steve Harley, the frontman of the iconic glam rock band Cockney Rebel, has sadly passed away at the age of 73 after a short battle with cancer.
- The band rose to fame in the 1970s with their distinctive glam rock sounds, as Harley played a key role in founding the group alongside other original members.
- Apart from his contributions to the iconic London band, Harley also had a presence at BBC Radio 2, hosting 'Sounds of the 70s' from 1999 to 2008.
- Described as 'larger than life' by his fans, they took to social media to express their condolences for the legendary musician.
Macron switches from dove to hawk on Russia's invasion of Ukraine: The French president has dramatically changed from an appeaser to an arch resister of Vladimir ...
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Spain’s next-gen fighting vehicle begins tests: The first Infantry Version Vehicle (ICV) of Spain's VCR 8x8 Dragon has entered the phase of internal testing ...
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After Thursday’s flight, Starship is already the most revolutionary rocket ever built
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BAE deliver new prototype APMV with unmanned turreted mortar: BAE Systems has delivered a first-in-its-kind Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV) Turreted Mortar ...
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Japan PM Kishida slams ruling party event with scantily-clad dancers: Leaked footage of the event showed women in swimwear sitting on participants' laps ...
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LIVE: Humanitarian aid arrives in Gaza: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Glastonbury line-up 2024: Dua Lipa, Coldplay, SZA and Shania Twain top the bill: Country singer Shania Twain will also play the festival's famous "legend slot" ...
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Quick Glance: Glastonbury 2024: Epic Female Headline Acts After 'Sexism' Debate
- Dua Lipa, Coldplay, and Sza will headline the main stage of the Glastonbury Festival 2024.
- Avril Lavigne, Sugababes, and Corinne Bailey Rae will bring a 2000s vibe to the event.
- Mixed reactions to this year's line-up, with Coldplay set to headline for the fifth time.
- Billy Joel and Liam Gallagher hint at possible performances, while discussions about gender distribution among headliners persist.
Swiss lower house backs plan to claw back pay from rescued banks: Switzerland's lower house of parliament late on Wednesday clearly passed a motion to make ...
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Quick Glance: Swiss Lower House Approves Recovery Plan for Pay from Rescued Banks
- Switzerland's lower house of parliament unanimously passed a motion requiring senior management of a major bank to return half of their income from the previous decade if the bank has to be rescued with public funds.
- The motion, still to be debated in the upper house, was adopted a year after Switzerland provided billions of dollars in emergency liquidity for ailing Swiss bank Credit Suisse before it was acquired by UBS.
- According to the motion, top managers of a systemically relevant bank rescued by the government should reimburse 50% of their regular pay and bonuses from the past 10 years.
- The motion, introduced by a politician from the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP), specifically mentioned the 2023 Credit Suisse case and the 2008 rescue of UBS during the global financial crisis.
Paul Alexander: 'Man in the iron lung' dies at the age of 78: Paul Alexander worked as a lawyer and lived for decades in a metal cylinder which breathed for him.
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Quick Glance: 70 Years Living in Iron Lung: Paul Alexander's Passing
- Paul Alexander passed away at the age of 78 after living in an Iron Lung for over 70 years as a polio patient.
- His brother shared the news of his death on Facebook after Paul Alexander contracted the coronavirus.
- Polio is a highly contagious viral disease that can result in paralysis and respiratory difficulties.
- Vaccination against polio is the most effective measure to prevent the spread of the disease.
Giant Sequoias, world's largest trees, thriving in UK, report shows: Giant sequoias, the largest trees on Earth, are thriving in Britain, growing at a rate ...
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Genesis G70, G80, and G90 Recalled for Fire Risk: Genesis is recalling G70, G80, and G90 sedans that could catch fire due to a faulty part ...
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“Revolutionary Love”: Michelle Alexander on Gaza, Solidarity, MLK & What Gives Her Hope
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Argentina's child poverty rate on track to hit 70%, UNICEF warns: Argentina's child poverty rate could hit 70% in the first quarter of the year unless there is a ...
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Hopper pedal vehicle: "It's not a go-kart, it's a bike": An Augsburg start-up presents a futuristic pedal vehicle for the city, the Hopper ...
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All By Myself songwriter Eric Carmen dies aged 74: The singer-songwriter's hits also included Hungry Eyes, which featured in the Dirty Dancing movie.
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Quick Glance: Eric Carmen, Former Raspberries Member and 'Hungry Eyes' Singer, Dead at 74
- Eighties hitmaker Eric Carmen has passed away at the age of 74, known for the iconic song 'Hungry Eyes' from Dirty Dancing.
- His wife, Amy Carmen, confirmed the news on his official website, emphasizing his lasting musical legacy.
- Carmen was a member of the band Raspberries and achieved solo success with hits like 'All By Myself' and 'Never Gonna Fall in Love Again'.
- Following the band's success in the Eighties, Carmen released his final album in 2000 and conducted successful Raspberries reunion concerts.
Vehicle attacked in Lebanon: Hamas member killed - Israel releases video: Israel announces the death of a high-ranking Hamas official. Hadi Ali Mustafa was ...
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Tesla May Be Blacklisting Cybertruck Flippers: If you try to flip your Tesla Cybertruck for a quick profit during the first year of ownership the EV maker may ...
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Banana prices to go up as temperatures rise, says expert: A warming climate and fast-spreading diseases threaten supplies and push up prices ...
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LIVE: US spy chiefs testify at Senate hearing on worldwide threats: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Hunt for 'red car' driver in backyard grave case: The man who is a prime suspect in the alleged murder of 18 year old Hannah Mathura cursed at family members and ...
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The Newest Rivian Delivery Vehicle Looks Nothing Like the Amazon Van: The electric van Rivian made for Amazon now powers this odd-looking commercial van ...
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China's Xiaomi to start deliveries of its first EV model, shares soar: China's Xiaomi said on Tuesday it will start deliveries of its first electric vehicle (EV) ...
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Don't vote for the AfD: Billionaire Würth writes to his employees: In a letter to all employees, the screw billionaire from Künzelsau, Reinhold Würth ...
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Quick Glance: Würth Takes Stand Against AfD: Controversy Ensues
- Reinhold Würth clearly positions himself against the AfD and emphasizes the importance of voting decisions.
- He praises the freedom and prosperity in Germany compared to the Weimar era and urges reflection on the political situation.
- After Würth's letter, politicians reacted differently: praise from Bayaz, criticism from AfD faction leader Baron.
- Public reactions to Würth's stance are divided, with support and criticism from the population.
Shakira on the Pain Behind Her New Album, ‘Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran’: With “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran,” her first album in seven years, the Colombian superstar ...
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Quick Glance: Shakira's Pain and Productivity in New Album
- Shakira's album 'Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran' stemmed from personal pain.
- The album delves into romantic highs and lows in diverse pop structures.
- Shakira showcases a variety of music styles with prominent guest artists.
- Miami becomes Shakira's musical hub post personal upheavals.
Modi Gov’t Allowed BJP to Illegally Encash Expired Electoral Bonds: Union Finance Ministry forced SBI to accept expired bonds, against its own rules ...
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Quick Glance: Poll Bonds: India's Electoral Democracy Challenges - SC's Next Move
- Fresh data on electoral bonds purchase patterns have emerged, with the Election Commission of India (ECI) publishing details of bonds sold and encashed before April 12, 2019.
- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) received Rs 2,658.35 crore in electoral bonds between March 2018 and April 2019, while the Congress party received Rs 530.1 crore.
- The Supreme Court has a significant role in investigating the electoral bonds data scandal and ensuring transparency in political funding.
- The courts could decide to disqualify the BJP from the upcoming elections if they find that the party is being supported through a corrupt financing scheme.
Trump fails to secure bond for $454 million judgment in civil fraud case as asset seizures loom
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Article 23: Hong Kong passes tough security law: Authorities say Article 23 is necessary for stability, but critics fear it will further erode civil liberties.
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Quick Glance: Hong Kong Implements Stricter National Security Laws
- New laws in Hong Kong empower the government to suppress dissent.
- The legislation introduces severe consequences for activities deemed as jeopardizing national security.
- Critics express concerns about the further restriction of civil liberties in Hong Kong.
- Observers are closely monitoring potential extensions of enforcement to various professional domains and the resulting impact on the freedoms of Hong Kong residents.
Cyber-flasher first to be jailed for new offence after WhatsApp pic: Nicholas Hawkes sent unsolicited photos of his genitals to a 15-year-old girl and a woman.
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Quick Glance: Nicholas Hawkes: First Convicted Under New Cyber-Flashing Laws
- Nicholas Hawkes is the first convicted sex offender to be jailed under new laws for cyber-flashing crimes after sending non-consensual images of his genitals to two victims.
- He was sentenced to 15 months in prison after pleading guilty to sending explicit images of his erect penis to a 15-year-old girl and a woman over WhatsApp.
- Already a registered sex offender, Hawkes received a 66-week sentence, a 10-year restraining order, and a 15-year sexual harm prevention order.
- Cyber-flashing has been a criminal offense since January, with offenders potentially facing up to two years in prison for sending unsolicited sexual images to victims via various online platforms.
Trump fails to secure bond for $454 million judgment in civil fraud case as asset seizures loom
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Brazil's Bolsonaro indicted for suspected fraud on vaccine records: Brazil's federal police indicted the country's former president Jair Bolsonaro for suspected ...
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Baden-Württemberg entrepreneur: Screw billionaire Würth warns employees about AfD dictatorship
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Jonathan Glazer: Jewish stars including Debra Messing and Eli Roth denounce directors’s Oscars speech
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Pro-Trump attorney Stefanie Lambert arrested after hearing over leaking Dominion documents
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Quick Glance: Stefanie Lambert's Arrest Following Dominion Document Leak Hearing
- An attorney was arrested in Washington, D.C., after a hearing regarding potential sanctions for disclosing confidential emails from Dominion Voting Systems.
- The attorney obtained the Dominion emails by representing a prominent funder of election conspiracy theorists being sued by Dominion for defamation.
- Dominion requested the attorney's removal from the case citing new threats triggered by her disclosure, emphasizing the disregard for court orders and employee safety.
- Judge Upadhyaya scheduled a further hearing to assess the appropriateness of sanctions against the attorney or her removal from the case, within the context of defamation lawsuits filed by Dominion against election deniers.
Gaza's entire population facing acute food insecurity, Blinken warns: Secretary of State Antony Blinken says it is the first time this has happened and calls for ...
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BREAKING: Judge denies Donald Trump's request to exclude testimony from Stormy Daniels and Michael Cohen in the hush-money trial
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Quick Glance: Judge Denies Trump's Request to Block Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels Testimony
- The judge allows Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels to testify at the trial despite Trump's objections.
- Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg is given the green light to present a narrative about three individuals who received hush money from Cohen to stay silent about accusations against Trump.
- The ruling enables prosecutors to call Daniels, Cohen, McDougal, and Sajudin as witnesses, revealing details of alleged payments to withhold damaging information about Trump.
- The judge declines Trump's motion to prevent the jury from hearing from Cohen and the other individuals paid off, with some testimonial limitations set for Sajudin and McDougal.
Ex-president Obama visits Sunak in Downing Street: The former US president arrives in London for an unannounced visit to see the UK PM.
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Quick Glance: Biden-Obama Rivalry Shapes Presidency
- Biden frequently measures himself against Obama, with a complex rivalry between them.
- The relationship between Biden and Obama is respectful, but Biden has made some accusations against Obama.
- Biden has corrected some of Obama's political decisions and tried to avoid his predecessor's mistakes.
- Biden's experiences during the Obama era have influenced his positioning in various political areas, shaping his presidency.
6 former Mississippi law officers to be sentenced for torture of 2 Black men: Six former Mississippi law enforcement officers who pleaded guilty to a long list ...
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Quick Glance: Sentencing of 6 Former Law Officers for Torture of 2 Black Men
- Six former Mississippi law enforcement officers who pleaded guilty to torturing two Black men will be sentenced by a federal judge.
- The officers admitted in August to subjecting Michael Corey Jenkins and Eddie Terrell Parker to numerous racially motivated, violent torture acts.
- The terror began with a racist call for extrajudicial violence and resulted in a brutal attack that left Jenkins and Parker physically and emotionally scarred.
- Prior to sentencing, Jenkins and Parker called for harsh penalties, emphasizing the importance of sending a message against police brutality nationwide.
Model responds to William affair rumours: Lady Rose Hanbury broke her silence amid rumours she had an affair with Kate Middleton’s husband, Prince William.
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Lionel Messi: Fans to get 50% refund for no-show match in Hong Kong: The Argentine star has faced fury from Chinese fans since skipping the friendly last ...
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Quick Glance: Disappointed Messi Fans Offered 50% Refund Without Legal Action
- Fans can receive 50% of their tickets by May if they forego legal complaints.
- Refunds will be processed within 30 days after the deadline.
- Ticket buyers must agree not to pursue any further legal complaints.
- Messi apologizes and emphasizes no political factors were involved.
Rachel Zegler Promises 'Y2K' Is Unlike Any Coming-of-Age Movie You've Ever Seen: Y2K’s cast and director Kyle Mooney crack jokes as they discuss their characters ...
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Fraud trial in New York: Trump cannot pay 450 million: In February, former US President Trump was sentenced to a $450 million fine in New York - because of fraud ...
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Japan poised to end negative rates, closing era of radical policy: The Bank of Japan is expected to end eight years of negative interest rates and other remnants ...
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Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
Major picture agency reveals another British royal photograph was doctored : A photograph of Queen Elizabeth II with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren ...
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Quick Glance: Major picture agency uncovers more doctored royal photo
- A photograph of Queen Elizabeth II with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren released last year was digitally enhanced, as revealed by a global picture agency.
- Shared in April last year to mark the late monarch’s 97th birthday, the portrait was taken by Kate Middleton in August 2022, just weeks before the Queen’s death.
- Getty Images placed an editor’s note on Monday stating that the image has been digitally enhanced, sparking controversy. Discrepancies in the picture, such as the late Queen’s tartan skirt and black patches behind Princes George and Louis, were highlighted.
- The Princess of Wales faced speculation about her health and a commotion over an edited family photo. Kate Middleton publicly apologized for the photo and mentioned that she occasionally experiments with editing. Her return to public engagements is expected after April 17.
Israel hits Rafah from the air as U.S. urges rethink on the ground: Israel killed 14 people in air strikes in Rafah on Tuesday, Palestinian medical officials ...
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Exclusive: Putin to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China in May for talks with Xi Jinping, in what could be the Kremlin ...
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Fight against poverty: Council of Europe complains about “growing inequality” in Germany
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Ukraine war: Thousands of children to be evacuated from Belgorod after strikes: Around 9,000 children will be sent away from Belgorod after strikes blamed on ...
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Strack-Zimmermann: 105 people at secret meeting on Taurus deliveries: Information from secret deliberations of the Defense Committee has been leaked to the ...
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Quick Glance: Alleged Espionage: 105 Participants at Taurus Meeting
- Secret details about a potential delivery of Taurus cruise missiles were disclosed in a special meeting of the Defense Committee. Strack-Zimmermann calls for prosecution.
- Approximately 105 individuals, including government representatives, attended the secret meeting. Strack-Zimmermann notified Bundestag President Bas about the potential espionage.
- A media report on information from the meeting led to criminal investigations. Strack-Zimmermann requested authorization for an inquiry into the matter.
- During the meeting, Bundeswehr Inspector General Breuer discussed targeting procedures for Taurus cruise missiles and the possible implications of supplying them to Ukraine. Ukraine has been requesting these weapons for months to defend against Russia.
Helen McEntee: Man jailed for bomb threat against Irish minister: Michael Murray's trial heard that he called from his prison cell, claiming to be from the INLA.
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Airbus CEO says Boeing's problems are bad for whole industry: Airbus takes no pleasure in the technical problems plaguing U.S. rival Boeing as they damage the ...
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Stormy Daniels Is Telling a Different, Darker Story Than She Used To: A new documentary shows just how much she—and the country—have changed since 2018.
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Quick Glance: The Dark Evolution of the Stormy Daniels Documentary
- The Stormy Daniels documentary from April 2023 reveals the changes Daniels and the country have undergone since 2018.
- Daniels is portrayed in the documentary as confronting the absurdity of her situation and feeling like a victim rather than the empowered figure from 2018.
- The public memory of Daniels as a liberal hero contrasts with her private struggles and financial instability.
- The new era for Daniels, facing the revived Trump scandal, paints a darker picture of paranoia, threats, and exhaustion.
Rose Amankwaah: The London nurse who was an African sprint champion: Meet Matron Rose Amankwaah, a former medallist at the Commonwealth Games who has spent ...
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Quick Glance: Rose Amankwaah: From African Sprint Queen to London Nurse
- Rose Amankwaah, former sprinter for Ghana, is on the brink of retiring from her job in the NHS in Britain.
- Despite her stellar career in healthcare, Amankwaah was already breaking records before her nursing career began.
- From running to nursing: Amankwaah's medical career blossomed as her athletic career came to an end.
- After nearly 50 years at the same hospital, Amankwaah will finally hang up her gown in the coming days and enter retirement.
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EPA bans asbestos, a deadly carcinogen still in use decades after a partial ban was enacted
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Quick Glance: EPA Bans Asbestos Despite Decades-Long Partial Ban
- The EPA has announced a comprehensive ban on asbestos, a carcinogen that is still used in some products such as chlorine bleach, brake pads, and other products, killing tens of thousands of Americans annually.
- The final rule signifies a significant expansion of EPA regulation under a landmark 2016 law that revamped regulations for tens of thousands of toxic chemicals in everyday products.
- The new rule would prohibit the use of chrysotile asbestos, the only ongoing use of asbestos in the U.S., found in products like brake linings and gaskets, used to manufacture chlorine bleach and sodium hydroxide.
- The EPA rule will ban imports of asbestos for chlor-alkali use immediately upon publication, but a ban on most other uses would come into effect in two years.
Social media influencer Isabella Maria DeLuca charged with joining the Jan. 6 attack on the US Capitol
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Quick Glance: Conservative influencer involved in stealing table used to assault officers on Jan. 6, FBI reports
- Conservative influencer Isabella Deluca was arrested in California for her involvement in stealing a table that was used to attack officers, according to the FBI.
- Deluca, a supporter of Donald Trump, was arrested in Irvine, California, facing five charges, including theft of government property.
- Images in the FBI affidavit show Deluca assisting in passing the table out of the broken window, and her co-defendant Timothy Desjardins, arrested in 2021, using a table leg to assault officers.
- Over 1,300 individuals have been arrested in connection with the January 6 Capitol attack, with over 950 convictions secured, resulting in around 500 individuals being sentenced to incarceration.
President Maia Sandu launched a campaign to promote an upcoming referendum on Moldova's push to join the European Union, calling on civil leaders to rally ... Show more
Quick Glance: Putin revels in electoral victory amidst quiet protests
- Putin secures fifth term easily after suppressing opposition.
- Voters had virtually no choice in the election.
- Critics view the results as predetermined, Putin sees them as trust.
- Protests by the opposition, both in Russia and globally, are downplayed by Putin.
Fenerbahce to consider withdrawing from Super Lig after players attacked: Fenerbahce will consider withdrawing from the Turkish top flight after some of their ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/fenerbahce-consider-withdrawing-super-lig-after-players-attacked-2024-03-18/
Quick Glance: Conflict Arises Between Trabzonspor and Fenerbahce
- Conflicts emerged between players and fans on the pitch after the game.
- Trabzonspor fans stormed the field and attacked Fenerbahce players.
- Tensions escalated when Batshuayi scored the crucial goal and objects were thrown onto the field.
- The Turkish Football Federation denounced the incidents as 'unacceptable' and vowed to take legal action against those responsible.
Biden, Israel's Netanyahu discussed Rafah, Gaza aid, says White House: U.S. President Joe Biden spoke to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday and ...
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Quick Glance: Biden-Netanyahu Call on Gaza Crisis
- President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the growing divide between allies regarding the food crisis in Gaza and the war.
- Biden supported Schumer's criticism of Netanyahu's conduct in a speech, but did not explicitly endorse a new election in Israel.
- The USA criticized Netanyahu's plan for an operation in Rafah without adequate protection for innocent Palestinian civilians.
- The UN World Food Program warned of an imminent famine in Gaza, stating that further war escalation could push half of the population to the brink of starvation.
Hans Zimmer on Retirement: 'Are You Kidding Me?': As for retirement, don't expect it any time soon from Hans Zimmer.
indiewire.com/news/general-news/hans-zimmer-on-retirement-1234964825/
Trump can't post bond covering $454M fraud judgment, lawyers say: Donald Trump’s lawyers told a New York appellate court on Monday that it’s impossible for him ...
apnews.com/article/trump-fraud-bond-appeal-million-75ef3efb5b70d6ea43bea85b65ff7810
Quick Glance: Court Denies Trump’s Appeal Bond Request
- Trump's lawyers argue that it's impossible for him to post a bond covering a $454 million judgment while he appeals.
- They requested the appellate court to overturn a ruling requiring Trump to post a full bond to halt enforcement of the judgment.
- Trump and co-defendants owe a total of $467.3 million, needing to post collateral worth $557 million to obtain a bond.
- The judge imposed strict limitations on Trump's company, and Trump has until March 25 to pay the judgment or seek a court order to suspend enforcement.
Government wants flying taxis to take off in 2 years: A plan for new flying vehicles and drones includes hopes for the first flying taxi to take off in 2026.
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