US Congress deal bars US funds to UNRWA until March 2025, sources say:

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New US funding for Kyiv comes at a crucial moment: After months of delays in the US Congress, an overwhelming bipartisan majority approved a new $61 billion aid ...

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The Hill (newspaper)

irishtimes.com/politics/2024/04/25/it-is-our-land-palestinian-children-born-in-refugee-camp-abroad-dream-of-return/

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NY lawmakers propose conditioning federal funding on monitoring of antisemitism: Two New York lawmakers are proposing legislation that could condition federal ...

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‘It is our land’: Palestinian children born in refugee camp abroad dream of return

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UK under pressure to restore Unrwa funding following Colonna report: The British government is coming under increased pressure to restore future funding to the ...

middleeasteye.net/news/uk-israel-palestine-colonna-report-unrwa-funding-pressure

Quick Glance: UNRWA Report Highlights Lack of Evidence for Israel's Employee Militancy Claims

An independent review commissioned by the United Nations found that Israel has not provided evidence to support its accusation that a 'significant' number of employees of the U.N. relief agency for Palestinian refugees in the Gaza Strip are members of terrorist organizations.

The review, led by former French foreign minister Catherine Colonna, revealed that UNRWA 'plays an indispensable and irreplaceable role in the region,' despite issues such as employees expressing political views and offices being used for 'political or military purposes'.

The review listed recommendations to enhance UNRWA operations, including improved training, more rigorous employee screening, and a thorough review of all textbooks and supplements.

Concerns were raised regarding the screening of UNRWA employees and the content of textbooks, while Israel has yet to provide evidence to support the claim that a significant number of UNRWA employees are members of terrorist organizations.

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Climate Policy Is Working: Double Down on What’s Succeeding Instead of Despairing Over What’s Not

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USAF shortlists Anduril and General Atomics to develop drone wingmen: Anduril and General Atomics have received funding from the USAF to develop and test loyal ...

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Countries are reinstating funds for UNRWA — but not the United States: The United States has prohibited funding for the humanitarian organization for a year.

washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/26/unrwa-funding-suspension-gaza-donor-united-states/

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GOP critics vow no more US aid for Ukraine: Conservative skeptics of funding the war in Ukraine predict it will be the last major U.S ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4619185-gop-critics-vow-no-more-us-aid-for-ukraine/

Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.

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US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...

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In Portugal’s Rural North, Communities Are Resisting Lithium Mining: The remarkable heritage and ecology of Barroso are at risk amid an EU push to secure ...

newlinesmag.com/reportage/in-portugals-rural-north-communities-are-resisting-lithium-mining/

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Japan’s Jera Looks to Invest in Middle East Hydrogen Projects: Japan’s biggest utility, Jera Co., is looking to invest in low-carbon hydrogen and ammonia ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/japan-s-jera-looks-to-invest-in-middle-east-hydrogen-projects

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Americans largely split on support for Ukraine aid as Congress passes deal: Survey

thehill.com/policy/international/4624815-americans-largely-split-on-ukraine-aid/

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Global equity funds face fourth week of outflows amid dampened Fed rate cut hopes

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No, a Shadowy Figure Is Not Buying Tents for Columbia Student Protesters: Conspiracies about outside forces funding and orchestrating the university protests at ...

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U.S. Treasury refunding set to offer relief from supply rises: The U.S. Treasury Department is expected to offer markets some relief next week when it details ...

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theguardian.com/technology/2024/apr/26/foreign-states-targeting-sensitive-research-at-uk-universities-mi5-warns

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Foreign states targeting sensitive research at UK universities, MI5 warns: Ministers considering more funding to protect important research sites ...

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Apr 26

Podcast: Why Niall Ferguson Says the US Election Isn’t About Foreign Policy: On the new Bloomberg podcast Voternomics , historian Niall Ferguson says independent ...

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Andrew Cuomo agrees to testify to Congress on Covid-19 nursing home advisory: Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, after being subpoenaed last month ...

cnn.com/2024/04/26/politics/andrew-cuomo-testify-covid-nursing-home-deaths/

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Top Education Department official steps down amid crisis over college financial aid

usatoday.com/story/news/education/2024/04/26/amid-fafsa-crisis-richard-corday-steps-down/73469057007/

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Putin announces plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he plans to visit China in May, in what could become the first ...

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Record $8.8 bln pulled from US sustainable funds in Q1

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17 states sue EEOC over rule giving employees abortion accommodations in Pregnant Workers act

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Several K Street giants kick off 2024 with record revenues: Several K Street lobbying shops posted record revenues last quarter as Congress moved massive ...

thehill.com/lobbying/4621934-several-k-street-giants-kick-off-2024-with-record-revenues/

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Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress: Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress

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Tourists could start paying 'tax' to visit Cornwall: Malcolm Bell, Chief Executive of Visit Cornwall, admits the idea of implementing a tourist tax upon visitors ...

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BGC Group's FMX Futures gets funding from banking consortium

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President can commit crimes if Congress doesn't know: Trump lawyer: As the saying goes: It's not the crime; it's the cover-up. If former President Donald Trump ...

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After-hours clinics on verge of collapse in some regions: Overworked GPs have signalled they can no longer cover, while funding is falling short.

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Opinion | REPO Act Lets Biden Boost Ukraine: Congress’s aid package encourages the president to seize frozen Russian reserves to support Kyiv.

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Climate summit in Berlin: A world without coal: In times of tight national coffers, the question remains where the billions for the climate will come from ...

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The Columbus Dispatch

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Will TikTok be deleted? Here's what happens next after Biden signs TikTok sell-or-ban bill

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thehill.com/opinion/4618453-lawmakers-push-wall-street-giveaway-disguised-as-increased-worker-security/

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Lawmakers push Wall Street giveaway disguised as increased worker security: If members of Congress want to improve retirement security, they should expand Social ...

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2024 Mater Heart Run that will cover ten counties launched: Dr. Mary Ngui said the turnout from partners was beyond expectation. She also added that such efforts ...

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Apr 25

FTC is sued by business groups over its ban on noncompete agreements, which may delay enforcement

cnn.com/2024/04/25/success/ftc-noncompete-ban-lawsuit/

Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.

The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.

Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.

Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.

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Family of soldier killed in KDF chopper crash seeks funds for burial: A fundraising event is planned for April 30 to raise money for the burial.

nation.africa/kenya/counties/siaya/family-of-officer-killed-in-kdf-chopper-crash-funds-for-burial-4603206

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Some 300 musicians, from Diplo to Nile Rodgers, lobby Congress for ticketing reform

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Chile President Gabriel Boric Tells Investors He Wants Political System Reform: Chile President Gabriel Boric said that he’s set on overhauling the nation’s ...

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What is a fake elector? The term of the day, explained: On Dec. 14, 2020, Arizona's Democratic electors certified Joe Biden was the winner in Arizona ...

azcentral.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/25/what-is-a-fake-elector-the-term-of-the-day-explained/73449044007/

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Apr 25

€5.6m funding for Donegal, Kerry and Mayo airports: Funding of over €5.6 million has been announced for regional airports in Donegal, Kerry, and Mayo.

rte.ie/news/regional/2024/0425/1445643-aiports-funding/

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Ukraine should treat latest aid like the last, war experts say: Dynamics have shifted, and experts say Ukraine has to recognize US politics could again interfere ...

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Forbes Africa Apr 25

Africa’s Startup Funding Sees Decline Amidst Global Trends: Experts Speak: According to the report by research firm Africa: The Big Deal, a total of $466 million ...

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Apr 25

Denmark to increase military assistance to Ukraine by almost €600 million in 2024

pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452996/

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Apr 25

US Congress passes foreign military aid package with $5bn boost for Aukus agreement with Australia

theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/25/us-foreign-military-aid-bill-passes-details-today-aukus-submarines-deal-richard-marles

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Apr 25

Biden Grants Micron $6.1 Billion for New US Chip Factories: The US continues to fund the largest chip makers as it faces ongoing competition with China.

pcmag.com/news/biden-grants-micron-6-billion-for-new-us-chip-factories

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Why Moi grandson held funds drive to raise hospital cash : Jonathan Moi's widow made a public appeal, asking well-wishers to donate money for her son's treatment ...

nation.africa/kenya/news/why-moi-grandson-held-funds-drive-to-raise-hospital-cash--4603604

vox.com/technology/24139556/internet-without-tiktok-biden-signs-ban

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Imagining an internet without TikTok after Biden signs potential ban: The potential TikTok ban is law. What happens now?

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Royal Stoke's new £32m multi-storey opens in bid to end parking misery: A ribbon cutting ceremony has taken place to celebrate the £32m project which aims to ...

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Apr 25

Bill that would potentially ban TikTok clears US Congress: The legislation would ban the social media app if it is unable to find a new owner in the next few ...

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Apr 24

George Santos ends comeback bid for Congress: Former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he's dropping his longshot bid to return to Congress ...

apnews.com/article/george-santos-congress-campaign-a4c4cc2ea7cb52a13ec9f8dfc5ede86c

Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat

Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'

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Oil eases as US demand concerns outweigh Middle East fears: Oil prices steadied on Thursday after settling lower in the previous day, as signs of retreating fuel ...

reuters.com/markets/commodities/oil-eases-us-demand-concerns-outweigh-fears-over-middle-east-conflicts-2024-04-25/

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Apr 24

Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dead at 65 after "cardiac episode": Gov. Phil Murphy said in a statement he is "deeply saddened by the passing of our friend ...

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Quick Glance: Late Congressman Donald Payne Jr.

Democratic Congressman Donald Payne Jr. from New Jersey has passed away at the age of 65

Payne, a longstanding House member, was the son of a former congressman

He advocated for healthcare legislation, gun violence prevention, and infrastructure investments

Following his death, a special election will be held to fill his position in the House of Representatives

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Apr 24

Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform

ft.com/content/d84df824-19c0-4105-ae95-816dd0618efb

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Apr 24

Grand jury indicts fake electors who falsely certified Donald Trump as 2020 winner in Arizona

azcentral.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/24/arizona-fake-electors-indictments/73184206007/

Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona

Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.

They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.

The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.

The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.

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Apr 24

Truth Social owner asks Congress to investigate ‘potential manipulation’ of share price

thehill.com/business/4617730-truth-social-owner-asks-congress-to-investigate-potential-manipulation-of-share-price/

Quick Glance: Trump Media Seeks Congressional Probe on 'Troubling' Market Manipulation Claims

Trump Media & Technology Group is asking Congress to investigate suspicions of illegal activity affecting its stock price.

In a disclosed letter, Devin Nunes, the CEO of Truth Social owner Trump Media, urged GOP Chairmen of relevant House Committees to examine the 'urgent matter' of 'potential manipulation' of the company's stock price.

Trump Media recently reported a $58 million loss in 2023 with minimal revenue. The company's price-to-sales ratio, a common stock valuation method, is notably high compared to competitors in the social media sector.

In the communication to Congress, Trump Media highlighted that data suggests 'just four market participants' accounted for over 60% of the exceptional trading volume in the company's stock: Citadel Securities, Virtu Americas, G1 Execution Services, and Jane Street Capital.

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Apr 23

Suspicion of Russian financing: AfD politician Bystron is said to have complained about the denomination of the banknotes

spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/verdacht-auf-russische-finanzierung-afd-politiker-bystron-soll-sich-ueber-stueckelung-der-geldscheine-beschwert-haben-a-286416d6-bb5f-4f8e-b62d-153de52503fc

Quick Glance: Suspected Russian Financing: AfD Politician Bystron's Alleged Complaints Over Cash Denominations

New evidence suggests that AfD politician Petr Bystron may have received money from Russia.

The Czech government exposed an influence operation involving the flow of money to pro-Russian politicians.

Bystron is suspected of receiving money from Artem Martschewskyj, an associate of Vladimir Putin.

Incriminating audio recordings and video surveillance indicate that Bystron may have accepted money.

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IMF executive board to meet April 29 on $1.1 bln Pakistan disbursement: The executive board of the International Monetary Fund will meet on April 29 to discuss ...

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Apr 23

LIVE: Argentine students, organizations march to demand funds for public education

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Congress Passed a Bill That Could Ban TikTok. Now Comes the Hard Part.: After President Biden signs the bill to force a sale of the video app or ban it ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/23/technology/tiktok-ban-bill-congress.html

Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil

The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.

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Andrew Kamanga: Zambia FA president charged with money laundering: Andrew Kamanga, the president of the Football Association of Zambia, is arrested and charged ...

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Apr 24

TikTok ban bill may survive courts despite free speech concerns: TikTok has a strong First-Amendment argument to challenge Congress' divest-or-ban bill ...

Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say

ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.

TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.

ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.

After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.

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Live updates: Israel-Hamas war, US funding for Israel, crisis in Gaza: The US Senate has passed a funding package that will provide $26.4 billion to aid Israel ...

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Trump Media pens letter to Congress on impact of short sellers: The Trump Media CEO last week also penned a letter to Nasdaq blaming "naked" short selling for ...

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Apr 23

The Emotional Fog of War — with Arwa Damon and Faisal Al Yafai (The Lede Podcast) - The Shorty Awards

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Apr 24

Why the stockmarket is disappearing: Large companies such as ByteDance, OpenAI and Stripe are staying private

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Bloomberg

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Biden Plans a $1 Billion Ukraine Weapons Package, Officials Say: The White House is set to announce $1 billion in fresh military aid for Ukraine including 155mm ...

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BBC News Apr 24

Tanzania tourism: World Bank suspends funding for Ruaha National Park project: It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion ...

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Apr 23

Columbia University Protests: Inside a Week of Unrest on Campus: In a Washington war room, Columbia’s president, Nemat Shafik, decided to call police officers to ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/23/nyregion/columbia-university-campus-protests.html

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Wisconsin has received a $62.4 million solar energy grant for low-income households

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Apr 23

Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...

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Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023

Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.

Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.

Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.

Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.

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Photos show how divided Democrats, Republicans in Congress have become: Outbursts, scuffles, and statement outfits have become more common among members of ...

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Gold prices hit 2-1/2-week low as Middle East tensions ease: GOLD prices touched a more than two-week low on Tuesday, dragged by easing concerns of an escalation ...

thestar.com.my/business/business-news/2024/04/23/gold-prices-hit-2-12-week-low-as-middle-east-tensions-ease

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Buenos Aires: Thousands protest against education cuts: Thousands took to the streets in Buenos Aires calling on President Javier Milei to preserve university ...

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In the Peter Navarro case, executive privilege is on trial: U.S. v. Navarro has the potential to be a landmark case of “first impressions” involving unsettled ...

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Taxpayers would pick up half the tab for Bears’ lakefront stadium, sources say: The team on Wednesday will unveil its proposal for building in an area just south ...

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UNRWA Funding Now Mostly From Individual Donors After US Halts Donations: Individual donors now are the largest source of funding for the United Nations relief ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/individual-donors-provide-most-unrwa-funding-amid-us-cutoff

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CNA Apr 23

UK's Sunak announces raised defence spending, new Ukraine aid: WARSAW: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Tuesday (Apr 23) announced additional funding for Ukraine ...

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The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...

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Apr 23

Ukraine will get its U.S. funding. But can that turn the tide?: Ukraine has lost precious time waiting for Congress to come to its rescue, Ukraine’s Volodymyr ...

washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/23/ukraine-congress-funding-russia-war-next/

Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade

The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.

Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.

As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.

Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.

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Renault Q1 sales lifted by financing arm, confirms 2024 profit outlook: Renault expects its sales growth to accelerate this year as it launches a number of new ...

reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-q1-sales-rise-18-2024-04-23/