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Prince Harry confirms he is now a US resident: Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is ...
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Quick Glance: Prince Harry Officially Residing in U.S.
- Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have considered California home, and now his official residency in the U.S. has been documented in a corporate filing.
- The document was filed at Britain’s corporate registrar, Companies House, to update the official residency of the British royal for business records of Travalyst Limited.
- There had been little official confirmation of Harry’s residency status until this week, with an entry indicating a change of residency to June 29, 2023, the day the couple left Frogmore Cottage, their British home.
- It is unclear what type of U.S. visa or residency permit Harry holds, despite efforts by conservative activists in the U.S. to ascertain them, including an ongoing lawsuit.
Ukraine cannot fight evil with empty hands : The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many of us
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Quick Glance: Ukraine urgently needs support against Russia
- The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many Ukrainians.
- Despite being thousands of miles away from Ukraine, the war's impact is deeply felt.
- Russia is committing systematic war crimes in Ukraine.
- Ukraine is fighting for survival and basic values in a war for peace.
Boris Johnson breached rules by not disclosing links with hedge fund: Whitehall watchdog accuses former UK prime minister of being ‘evasive’ around tie to Merlyn ...
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Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan
- A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
- In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.
- Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.
Amazon could soon be forced to recognise UK's GMB trade union: U.S. technology and retail giant Amazon AMZN.O could soon be required to formally recognise the ...
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After their PM halts Ukraine aid, Slovaks dig deep to help: A crowdfunding campaign to buy artillery shells for Ukraine quickly exceeds its target of €1m (£850m) ...
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Britain’s Retail Sales Disappoint in Sign of Lackluster Recovery: UK retail sales stalled unexpectedly in March after shoppers scaled back spending on food and ...
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Military expert: Ukraine's rapid NATO accession is conceivable: Kiev is under massive pressure and everything is missing. Until Western supplies arrive ...
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Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
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Ukraine claims to shoot down Russian bomber, though Moscow denies: Ukraine says it shot down a strategic Russian bomber on Friday, but Russia counters the plane ...
euronews.com/2024/04/19/ukraine-claims-to-shoot-down-russian-bomber-though-moscow-denies
Ukraine war: Children among eight dead in Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region
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60 billion dollars for Kiev: This is what the big Ukraine liberation strike from the USA looks like
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Polish PM calls on farmers to stop blockade of Ukraine's border: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has called on Polish farmers to stop blocking the border with ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7451930/
Rishi Sunak launches crackdown on Britain’s ‘sick note’ culture: Mental and behavioural disorders were most common cause given by doctors for ordering workers to ...
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A not so fond farewell: the Americanisation of Prince Harry is almost complete : The Sussexes have dropped their biggest hint yet that they may finally swap ...
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Mike Pence: U.S. will continue to support Ukraine: Former U.S. vice president Mike Pence is confident that U.S. military support for Ukraine is forthcoming ...
euronews.com/2024/04/19/mike-pence-us-will-continue-to-support-ukraine
Will US Congress pass long-awaited Ukraine aid bill?: A huge $61bn support package that could help reshape Kyiv's war effort will go to a vote in coming days.
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Are House Republicans finally willing to approve $60bn for Ukraine?: After a months-long internecine stand-off, Speaker Mike Johnson thinks he can get military ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Robert Habeck wants Germany to rebuild Ukraine: A defense industry delegation from Berlin spies opportunities amid the rubble.
politico.eu/article/robert-habeck-wants-germany-to-rebuild-ukraine/
US aid delays leave Ukrainians at low ebb: Faltering western assistance and Russia’s fresh initiative on battlefield chip away at country’s morale
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Cocoa hits record high as global shortage worsens in first quarter: London futures prices near £10,000 a tonne as poor west African harvests hit supplies
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CIA Director: Ukraine could lose by the end of 2024 without aid: CIA Director William Burns delivered a warning message to lawmakers in DC ...
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Quick Glance: CIA Director Warns of Ukraine's Potential Defeat Against Russia
- CIA Director Bill Burns warns of a possible Ukrainian defeat against Russia by the end of the year unless the US sends more military support.
- Burns emphasizes the need for the US Congress to approve a long-delayed aid package for Kyiv to prevent Ukraine from losing ground.
- There is a risk that Russia could capture additional territory if Ukraine is not adequately supported, leading to a frozen frontline situation.
- Ukraine's lack of ammunition and military equipment due to supply struggles from the US and its allies is having a severe impact on the battlefield.
Ukraine reports shooting down of Russian fighter jet, Russia speaks of “crash”: The Ukrainian army says it shot down a Russian warplane. Moscow ...
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Stoltenberg: NATO working to give Ukraine more air defense systems: NATO members are discussing sending some of their air defense systems to Ukraine ...
kyivindependent.com/stoltenberg-nato-works-on-providing-ukraine-with-more-air-defense-systems-focusing-on-patriot/
Netflix profits surge after password-sharing crackdown : Streaming pioneer says it will stop disclosing subscriber numbers and shift focus to engagement
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Quick Glance: Netflix to Cease Reporting Subscriber Numbers from 2025
- Netflix will no longer report subscriber numbers starting from the first quarter of 2025. The announcement came with the first quarter 2024 results where Netflix exceeded expectations.
- Despite the success in the first quarter, Netflix shares dropped over 4.5% after-hours upon revealing the decision to stop reporting quarterly subscriber totals.
- The choice to discontinue reporting quarterly membership numbers or average revenue per member is based on Netflix's belief that engagement time is the best indicator of customer satisfaction.
- Netflix plans to announce major subscriber milestones but will halt reporting quarterly subscriber numbers and shift investor focus towards time-spent-viewing metrics.
Rush for high voltage connectors will mean more cable hook-ups: Expect more deals after Prysmian’s acquisition of Encore Wire
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Animal cruelty in Britain: rabbits, snakes and birds killed - two boys convicted: They broke into an environmental school and killed more than 20 animals: two ...
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
US deficit poses ‘significant risks’ to global economy, warns IMF: Fund also cites concerns over fiscal ‘imbalances’ in UK, China and Italy
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Quick Glance: IMF Warns of Fiscal Deficits in US and China
- The IMF has warned the US that its massive fiscal deficits have stoked inflation and pose “significant risks” for the global economy.
- Concerns were also raised about Chinese government debt, with the country projected to have a deficit of 7.6 per cent in 2025, more than double the average for other emerging markets.
- In addition to the US and China, the fund named two more countries that “critically need to take policy action to address fundamental imbalances between spending and revenues”.
- The IMF noted that “large and sudden increases” in US borrowing costs typically lead to surges in government bond yields globally and exchange rate turbulence in emerging markets and developing economies.
Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region kill at least 8: A major Russian missile attack on the central Dnipropetrovsk region killed at least eight ...
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Israel Launches Missile Strikes on Iran, US Officials Say: Israel launched a retaliatory strike on Iran following last week’s missile and drone barrage from ...
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Fintech finally starts to add up for investors: More firms may be seeking listings in the next year
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Ukraine War: The protective shield is crumbling: Russian attacks on civilian targets are increasing, President Zelensky is urgently asking for more anti-aircraft ...
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EasyJet targets another bumper summer of record profits : Low-cost airline confident about delivering strong performance as Middle East conflict fails to dent ...
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Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung up since ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine's Arms Sector Struggles Amid Cash Shortages and Attacks
- Hundreds of Ukrainian arms businesses face funding challenges and fear Russian attacks.
- The government is urged to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and allow export licenses.
- Private investments are primarily motivated by domestic entrepreneurs prioritizing patriotism over profit.
- Manufacturing weapons in Ukraine during a full-scale war poses financial and security risks.
Possible attack on Zelenskyj - Poland arrests man: Polish police are said to have arrested a suspect suspected of being involved in a planned assassination ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/moglicher-anschlag-auf-selenskyj-polen-nimmt-mann-fest
Kremlin says any new 'colonial' U.S. aid to Ukraine won't change frontline situation
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Expansion plans require 85,000 more childcare places by September 2025 : Pilot to explore how to repurpose unused school space to increase capacity for funded ...
theguardian.com/education/2024/apr/19/expansion-plans-85000-more-childcare-places-september-2025
Shmyhal: Both major US parties support aid package for Ukraine: Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said at the close of a visit to the United States that he received ...
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Warwick Davis' wife Samantha dies aged 53: Samantha Davis, who co-founded the charity Little People UK, has died
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Quick Glance: Warwick Davis Mourns Wife Samantha Davis After Her Passing at 53
- Actress Samantha Davis, the wife of Star Wars and Harry Potter actor Warwick Davis, has passed away at the age of 53.
- Her husband Warwick confirmed Samantha's passing in a statement, revealing that she departed on March 24.
- In a statement, Warwick described the impact of Samantha's passing on his and his family's lives.
- Warwick also praised Samantha as his 'most trusted confidant and an ardent supporter of everything I did in my career.'
Bishop stabbed in Sydney church says he forgives attacker: Mar Mari Emmanuel shares message from hospital bed after being attacked while giving a sermon that was ...
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We have no plan B – Ukraine's Foreign Minister on new aid package for Ukraine in Congress
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The AI race is generating a dual reality: US tech giants may dominate but they won’t have it all their own way
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Republican Spartz suggests removing military aid for Ukraine from Johnson's bill: Ukrainian-born congresswoman Victoria Spartz has submitted several amendments ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451907/
U.S. vetoes proposal to give Palestinians full UN membership, 12 of 15 member countries vote in favor
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Yellen calls Republican delays in approving Ukraine aid inexcusable: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday underscored the Biden administration's ...
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Brussels proposes return to pre-Brexit mobility for UK and EU young people: European Commission to seek approval from leaders to start talks with UK on visa-free ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/18/brussels-proposes-return-to-pre-brexit-free-movement-for-uk-and-eu-young-people
Quick Glance: EU Proposes Mobility Expansion for UK and EU Youth
- The European Commission has proposed opening negotiations with the UK to allow mobility for millions of 18- to 30-year-olds before Brexit.
- Under the planned agreement, EU and UK citizens aged between 18 and 30 could have the opportunity to stay in the destination country for an extended period.
- The decision by the commission, which was previously strongly against concessions to the UK, is seen as a breakthrough in UK-EU relations.
- If approved, millions of young people could come to the UK to fill the gap left by Brexit in the hospitality sector and at universities.
UK rental costs rise at record 9.2% : Official figures highlight impact of higher borrowing costs on landlords and tenants
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Ukraine’s desperate need for air defences: Nato allies should donate from their armouries even if that leaves them depleted
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Akshata Murty in line for multimillion-pound Infosys payout: The prime minister’s wife is to pocket £10.5 million in dividends from Infosys ...
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Scholz hopes NATO countries can deliver 6 more Patriots to Ukraine: There are six additional Patriot systems in NATO countries that could be delivered to Ukraine ...
kyivindependent.com/scholz-hopes-nato-countries-can-deliver-6-more-patriots-to-ukraine/
China is a threat to Europe’s gunpowder supply, defense boss warns : Saab boss warns Beijing dominates supplies of a key component to make powder to fire shells ...
politico.eu/article/saab-ceo-warns-against-reliance-china-make-weapons-europe/
Minister: Denmark first to buy military aid for Ukraine from Ukrainian manufacturer
kyivindependent.com/denmark-first-to-buy-weapons-for-ukraine-from-ukrainian-manufacturer-in-deal-worth-28-5-million/
Russian attack damages infrastructure, injures people in Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih: Report
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/19/russian-attack-damages-infrastructure-injures-people-in-ukraine-s-kryvyi-rih-report
Taylor Swift fans lose at least $1 million to Eras Tour scams in the UK: Thousands of Taylor Swift’s UK fans have been duped into buying fake tickets for her ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/business/eras-tour-scams-taylor-swift/
TikTok Bill to Be Bundled With Aid to Ukraine and Israel, House Speaker Indicates
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/technology/tiktok-ban-ukraine-israel-aid.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Slovak citizens raise $1.6 million for Czech ammunition initiative after government refuses to contribute
kyivindependent.com/slovak-citizens-raise-1-6-million-for-czech-ammunition-initiative/
Ukraine warns of WW3 ahead of long-stalled Congress aid vote: Denys Shmyhal tells the BBC his country desperately needs the US to approve long-stalled security ...
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Quarter of UK children aged 5-7 own smartphones, regulator finds: Ofcom report reinforces online safety concerns as social media apps show significant growth ...
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Kyiv Achieves First Destruction of Russian Strategic Bomber Using S-200 System: Kyiv Post sources in military intelligence confirm that it destroyed a Russian ...
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Zelensky begs for help: is Ukraine losing the war?: The situation in Ukraine is coming to a head, President Zelensky is pleading for help. The EU is alarmed ...
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We can buy Patriot systems for Ukraine, says Dutch PM: Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, has proposed at the EU leaders summit in Brussels that ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451755/
Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: Two German-Russians were arrested in Germany on suspicion of espionage and preparing sabotage operations ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/verdacht-auf-russische-spionage-zwei-manner-in-deutschland-festgenommen
Iran sanctions: US and UK extend measures against Tehran: Measures against Tehran's drone programme are issued jointly in response to Saturday's attack on Israel ...
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Zelensky calls for more anti-aircraft defenses and more support from allies: The defense against Iran's attack on Israel shows many people in Ukraine how ...
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Robert Habeck visits Ukraine: his delicate mission: Robert Habeck is in Ukraine. It's a delicate visit for the vice chancellor. Because he will probably have to ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/ukraine/id_100388272/robert-habeck-zu-besuch-in-der-ukraine-seine-heikle-mission.html
Quick Glance: Robert Habeck: German Solidarity with Ukraine
- Robert Habeck emphasizes German solidarity with Ukraine in the war.
- He brings business representatives to promote deals and investments.
- Germany is providing Ukraine with a third Patriot air defense system.
- Habeck discusses economic cooperation and energy supply in Kiev.
Ukraine Says It Attacked Russian Military Air Base in Crimea: Ukraine said it attacked a large air base in Russian-occupied Crimea, highlighting its ability to ...
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EU official: G7 considers using frozen Russian assets as collateral for Ukraine loans
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Zelensky: Defense of the airspace and the front is a top priority: In mid-week, Russian missiles hit a building in a town near the Russian border ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/selenskyj-verteidigung-des-luftraums-und-der-front-haben-oberste-prioritat
Ukraine War: Zelensky thanks Germany after Robert Habeck's visit: After Habeck's visit, President Zelenskyj thanks Germany's help. Lithuania's president is ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/ukraine-krieg-selenskyj-dankt-deutschland-nach-besuch-von-robert-habeck-19664217.html
USA: Spinners drive former President Donald Trump to re-election: Radical preachers and conspiracy tellers are flooding the US election campaign with lies.
t-online.de/nachrichten/tagesanbruch/id_100389074/usa-spinner-treiben-ex-praesident-donald-trump-zur-erneuten-wahl.html
IMF: Ukraine needs $42 billion in budget support for 2024: Speaking in Washington, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said she was "confident" ...
kyivindependent.com/imf-ukraine-needs-42-billion-in-budget-support-for-2024/
Zelensky meets German vice-chancellor in Kyiv to discuss air defense: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Germany's ...
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-meets-german-vice-chancellor-in-kyiv/
Air Force: Ukraine downs 13 Russian drones overnight on April 18: The drones were intercepted by Ukrainian anti-aircraft units and mobile fire groups in Kherson ...
kyivindependent.com/air-force-ukraine-downs-13-out-of-13-russian-drones-overnight-on-april-18/
Every unit should get it: Kiev hands over a vital weapon to troops: Since the large-scale invasion by Russian troops, Ukraine has been particularly intensively ...
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Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
reuters.com/world/g7-foreign-ministers-seek-urgent-defence-support-ukraine-2024-04-18/
German investor accuses Ukraine of corruption: “Reminiscent of Yanukovych’s darkest times”
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