These are the countries where TikTok is already banned: TikTok is banned in a handful of countries and not allowed on government-issued devices in a number of ...
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President Joe Biden says he's 'happy to debate' Donald Trump. Trump says he's ready to go
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Europe faces ‘mortal’ threat, says Emmanuel Macron: French president calls for huge investment push and EU reforms in Sorbonne speech
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Quick Glance: Macron Calls for Stronger European Defense
- Macron urged Europe to adopt a credible defense strategy less dependent on the US.
- He warned that Europe was not adequately prepared to face global threats like Russia's war in Ukraine.
- Emphasizing European sovereignty, Macron called for autonomy in defense and the economy.
- He advocated for a revision of EU trade policy, prioritizing European suppliers for military equipment.
Newsroom welcomes the Secret Diary: Steve Braunias introduces his much-loved satirical Secret Diary series to Newsroom.
newsroom.co.nz/2024/04/27/newsroom-welcomes-the-secret-diary/
US Vice President Kamala Harris hosted Kim Kardashian at the White House to discuss criminal justice reform, after the Biden administration granted clemency to ...
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Support for South Africa's ANC near 40% weeks before election, Ipsos poll shows: Support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has fallen ...
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Quick Glance: Support for South Africa's ANC around 40% before elections
- An Ipsos poll revealed that support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has dropped to just over 40%, weeks before an election that could bring about significant political change.
- While the ANC is still expected to secure the most votes on May 29, falling below 50% would require seeking coalition partners to govern, marking the first such alliance since Nelson Mandela led the party to power 30 years ago.
- The survey was based on face-to-face interviews with 2,545 registered voters across all nine provinces in March and April, boasting a margin of error of 1.9% at a 95% confidence level.
- The poll also highlighted rising voter discontent due to issues like unemployment, corruption, crime, and poor services, with the ANC considering potential coalition partners such as the economically liberal DA and the far-left Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).
Nixon administration could’ve started monitoring CO2 levels but didn’t: President Nixon's science advisors recommended building global CO2 monitoring network ...
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Forecasting pioneer: ‘A lot would have to go wrong for Biden to lose’: A notable forecaster of presidential elections said in a recent interview that “a lot ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4624541-forecasting-pioneer-lictman-biden-trump-2024/
Island near Mull of Kintyre for sale for $3.1 million: An idyllic 453-acre private island is up for sale off the west coast of Scotland and it comes with sandy ...
cnn.com/travel/sanda-island-scotland-for-sale/
The Lord of the Rings trilogy extended and remastered to hit cinemas for the first time
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Quick Glance: The Lord of the Rings Trilogy Extended and Remastered for Cinematic Release
- Peter Jackson’s iconic Lord of the Rings trilogy is getting a re-release in cinemas this summer.
- For the first time, an extended and remastered version of each film will be available to screen at participating US theatres, including AMC, Cinemark, and Regal.
- The three-day event – a collaboration between Warner Bros and Fathom Events – will kick off on 8 June with the first movie, 2001’s The Fellowship Of The Ring, followed by 2002’s The Two Towers on 9 June and 2003’s The Return of the King on 10 June.
- Interested fans can secure their tickets by visiting the official Fathom Events website.
Message-scraping, user-tracking service Spy Pet shut down by Discord: Bot-driven service was also connected to targeted harassment site Kiwi Farms.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/message-scraping-user-tracking-service-spy-pet-shut-down-by-discord/
EU should revisit bank and insurer capital rules, Macron says: French President Emmanuel Macron called on Thursday for a revision of how Europe applies minimum ...
reuters.com/world/europe/eu-should-revisit-bank-insurer-capital-rules-macron-says-2024-04-25/
Crusaders ruthlessly put down Rebels in Christchurch: Signs of life from the defending champions as they cruise to a 39-0 victory.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/515312/crusaders-ruthlessly-put-down-rebels-in-christchurch
Electrician offering to disconnect faulty heaters for free: A Dunedin electrician who has taken it upon himself to pull the plug on faulty heaters ...
odt.co.nz/news/dunedin/electrician-offering-disconnect-faulty-heaters-free
RBA to ‘increase interest rates three times’: A top forecaster issued a dire interest rate warning, predicting that the Reserve Bank will be forced to hike three ...
news.com.au/finance/economy/interest-rates/leading-forecaster-warren-hogan-predicts-rba-will-hike-cash-rate-to-51-per-cent-this-year/news-story/f6f2f084778953ccaa0538383f67449f
Biden administration delays plans to ban menthol cigarettes: The Biden Administration has delayed plans to ban menthol cigarettes, a proposal announced by the ...
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Quick Glance: Biden administration faces delays in menthol cigarettes ban
- The planned implementation of a ban on menthol cigarettes in the US is expected to take 'significantly more time,' according to US Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra in a statement on Friday.
- In April 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially announced the ban on the popular mint flavor, setting a deadline for August 2023. Final rules were sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review in October, with the status listed as 'pending.'
- According to the proposed FDA regulations, the manufacturing and sale of menthols would be prohibited, without direct regulation of smokers themselves.
- A prohibition on menthol cigarettes could potentially save up to 650,000 lives over the next 40 years, with a third of these lives being saved within the black community, as stated by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
These countries have already banned TikTok: TikTok is already banned in a handful of countries and from government-issued devices in a number of others ...
pbs.org/newshour/world/these-countries-have-already-banned-tiktok
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
Mexican lawmakers approve new pension fund backed by president: Mexico's Senate approved the creation of a new pension fund on Thursday aimed at boosting payouts ...
reuters.com/world/americas/mexican-lawmakers-approve-new-pension-fund-backed-by-president-2024-04-26/
Quick Glance: New Pension Fund Approved in Mexico
- Mexico's Senate approved the creation of a new pension fund to boost payouts to the lowest-earning recipients.
- The reform aims to ensure pensioners receive a specific percentage of their last monthly salary.
- Critics have raised concerns about potential risks to the savings of some Mexicans, a claim disputed by the government.
- The fund will be initially funded by unclaimed savings held by older workers in inactive accounts with private fund administrators.
Anzac Day 2024: Australia, New Zealand honor their war dead with dawn services : Hundreds of thousands of people have gathered across Australia and New Zealand ...
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CNN Poll: Few think Trump is being treated the same as other defendants: As the first criminal prosecution of a former American president began just 13% ...
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/cnn-poll-trump-trial/
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met UK finance minister Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv. Zelenskiy said in a statement on the Telegram app that he was grateful to ... Show more
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets Britain's Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv | Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy meets Britain's Jeremy Hunt in Kyiv | Reuters
Southlander's seven-hour hospital wait 'pretty ridiculous': A man with an infected open wound gave up waiting for medical help after seven hours ...
odt.co.nz/southland/southlanders-seven-hour-hospital-wait-pretty-ridiculous
Brenda Fassie was one of South Africa's biggest pop stars in the late 1980s. She released her album Black President in 1990 ... Show more
Witness History - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - BBC Sounds
Witness History - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - Brenda Fassie: Madonna of the townships - BBC Sounds
Deaf man almost has testicle removed after meeting doctors without interpreter: Andrew Wiley, 47, was almost left facing life-changing surgery after he was seen ...
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Clinical New Zealand outlast Pakistan to win 4th T20I - News | Khaleej Times: The defeats are a jolt to a full-strength Pakistan side in their preparations for ...
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LIVE: Australia and New Zealand remember the dawn landings at Gallipoli: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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🔴 French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday outlines his vision for a stronger Europe, pushing European Union member states to be less dependent on the US ... Show more
Leo Molloy confronts gun-toting ‘lunatic’ in night of Viaduct mayhem.
"I just saw the gun and thought f*** that, I’m tired of cowboys running this town ... Show more
Young Fans Break Down In Tears As New Zealand 'B' Team Embarrass Pakistan Again | Cricket News
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Chiefs’ Samipeni Finau demolishes Waratahs’ Tane Edmed in Super Rugby Pacific - but was it legal?
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Hospitals asked to save total of $105m by July: New Zealand's public hospitals have been given the target to save a total of $105 million by July this year ...
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Indoor sports stadium in Kaikohe to open after decade of work: More than a decade in the making, a blessing will be held Saturday to formally open Kaikohe's ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515252/indoor-sports-stadium-in-kaikohe-to-open-after-decade-of-work
Superannuation kicks in at 65 — but people are staying in work longer.
Eagles legend visits Queenstown: Legendary Eagles guitarist Joe Walsh left lasting impressions on at least two locals late last week ...
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Millions of high schoolers had their senior years upended by Covid in 2020. Four years later, as universities attempt to shut down or contain widespread ... Show more
Protests Threaten College Graduations, Denying Seniors Second Chance at Normalcy - The New York Times
Protests Threaten College Graduations, Denying Seniors Second Chance at Normalcy - The New York Times
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Quick Glance: King Charles III to Resume Public Duties Next Week
- King Charles III will return to his public duties next week following recovery from cancer treatment.
- Accompanied by Queen Camilla, he will visit a cancer treatment center to meet specialists and patients.
- The King will fulfill upcoming engagements and host Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako for a state visit in June.
- No further specifics on his health condition were disclosed, but he is grateful for the opportunity to resume public duties.
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Ty Cobb ‘almost certain’ Trump election interference case won’t be tried before election
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4622882-ty-cobb-almost-certain-trump-election-interference-case-wont-be-tried-before-election/
Quick Glance: Trump's Disregard for Democratic Principles
- Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity for criminal acts as president is an assault on common sense and a perversion of the fundamental principle of American democracy.
- The Supreme Court's decision to take the case may delay the former president's trial and deprive the public of the right to know if he attempted to undermine the sacred process of presidential succession.
- The Supreme Court's direct intervention in the 2024 presidential election deprives voters of critical information and could lead to a constitutional crisis if Trump is re-elected and convicted.
- The notion that the president is above the law and can pardon himself is a radical contempt for republican government, revealing Trump's vision of unchecked royal power.
'Charlie's kind of going through what Trump's going through': Jeff Daniels compares his character's situation in new series 'A Man in Full' to Donald Trump at ... Show more
New Zealand trampoline couple fall head over heels before Paris: For New Zealand's trampoline gymnastics team, the Paris Olympics will be a labour of love.
reuters.com/sports/new-zealand-trampoline-couple-fall-head-over-heels-before-paris-2024-04-25/
Why Putin needs Trump to win : Vladimir Putin is still counting on a Trump victory in November to take America off the field.
thehill.com/opinion/international/4621330-why-putin-needs-trump-to-win/
🔴 French President Emmanuel Macron’s office says France is considering extending sanctions on Israeli settlers behind violence against Palestinian civilians in ... Show more
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Mass graves show evidence of torture, executions | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
Israel’s war on Gaza live: Mass graves show evidence of torture, executions | Israel War on Gaza News | Al Jazeera
ALL TIED UP: With the NY v. Trump trial in full swing, the former president appears to be gaining support, rather than losing it. The latest numbers: New poll shows Biden’s 2024 lead vanishing with Trump on trial | Fox News
Hospitals asked to make more than $80m in savings by July, RNZ understands: The central health agency is asking hospitals to save more than $80m by July as part ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515274/hospitals-asked-to-make-more-than-80m-in-savings-by-july-rnz-understands
Military service a family legacy: This is a family you probably want to avoid having a neighbourly dispute with. They are a family of servicemen and women that ...
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'Most horrific threats' - Rainbow storytime tour cancellation draws outrage: Members of the rainbow community say they are heartbroken but not surprised at the ...
rnz.co.nz/news/national/515308/most-horrific-threats-rainbow-storytime-tour-cancellation-draws-outrage
Underweight and overpriced: Customer warning after New World gets chicken label wrong
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Arizona indicts 18, including Rudy Giuliani, for 'fake elector' scheme to overturn 2020 election for Donald Trump
abc.net.au/news/2024-04-25/arizona-indicts-republicans-donald-trump-election-fraud/103767788
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.
A Timeline of Nemat Shafik’s Presidency at Columbia University: Dr. Shafik, who began her role in July, has faced increasing pressure over her congressional ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/us/columbia-university-president-nemat-shafik-timeline.html
New Zealanders over 65 staying in paid work longer to 'transition into retirement'
rnz.co.nz/news/business/515248/new-zealanders-over-65-staying-in-paid-work-longer-to-transition-into-retirement
President Biden says he would’ve liked to meet “head to head” with Trump in the neighbohood as a kid.
Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide
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Quick Glance: Demands of Pro-Palestinian Protesters on College Campuses
- Protesters call for universities to divest from companies linked to Israel.
- Demands include investment transparency, cutting academic ties with Israeli universities, and supporting a ceasefire in Gaza.
- Debate over effectiveness of divestment campaigns and potential impact on companies.
- Protests aim for symbolic victory for justice and equality, while experts highlight the limited effect of divestment on companies.
School brings back traditional single-cell classrooms: Rangiora High School has a 1980s feel about it, following the refurbishment of its Rakahuri building ...
rnz.co.nz/news/ldr/515202/school-brings-back-traditional-single-cell-classrooms
🇺🇸 📱 #US President Joe #Biden Wednesday signed into law a bill that issues an ultimatum to #TikTok 's parent company #ByteDance to sell the app within nine months or ... Show more
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.
SOMETHING TO ‘BRAGG’ ABOUT: “It’s a remarkable comeback for Trump, and he’s got the crazy prosecutors in Manhattan to thank in part,” writes Hugh Hewitt ... Show more
Morning Glory: Trump's numbers are surging in the swing states | Fox News
Morning Glory: Trump's numbers are surging in the swing states | Fox News
French President Emmanuel Macron participated in a charity football match, with some African stars, scoring a penalty in the second half ... Show more
Europe’s Call to Strength: Macron’s Vision for Unity: In a recent motivational address, French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted Europe’s exposure to ...
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Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming: From “Black Widow” actor Scarlett Johansson — seemingly in town to support husband Colin Jost ...
thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4622097-celebs-dc-white-house-correspondents-dinner/
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon takes a leaf from Yellowstone in dealing to under-performing ministers - Claire Trevett
nzherald.co.nz/nz/politics/prime-minister-christopher-luxon-takes-a-leaf-from-yellowstone-in-dealing-to-under-performing-ministers/Y4M4CVPI3NHNLL3AVDCHNMLU5E/
Polish director to release AI-assisted Putin biopic in bid to ‘challenge him through art’
wionews.com/world/polish-director-to-release-ai-assisted-putin-biopic-in-bid-to-challenge-him-through-art-714919
It was announced in late 2022 that up to 80,000 frontline workers would get the pins as part of the 2023 New Year Honours ... Show more
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Rotorua Boys’ High School head boy Jared Lasike’s Anzac Day speech attracted national media attention and he went ‘semi-viral’ on social media ... Show more
A love for Clydesdales - 'they just become your mates': Steve Muggeridge's beloved Clydesdales have returned to Taranaki. From his father's stud at the base of ...
rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/countrylife/audio/2018935887/a-love-for-clydesdales-they-just-become-your-mates
Former Test cricketer mauled by a leopard: Former Zimbabwe cricketer Guy Whittall has undergone emergency surgery after he was mauled by a wounded leopard while ...
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