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Could the white sands of Denmark give the Med a run for its money?
Plus: how to rent the perfect Scandi summerhouseFinancial Times - Business -
Premier League: Chelsea draw at Villa after late goal ruled out
Listen to BBC Radio 5 Live commentary and follow live text coverage from seven games in the Premier League.BBC News - Top stories - Premier League -
Chants of ‘shame on you’ greet guests at White House correspondents’ dinner
A glitzy election-year roast by President Joe Biden drew journalists, celebrities and politicians — but also hundreds of protesters against the war in GazaABC News - Entertainment -
Dozens in Italy give a fascist salute on the anniversary of Mussolini's execution
Dozens of people in northern Italy have raised their arms in the fascist salute to honor Italian dictator Benito Mussolini on the 79th anniversary of his executionABC News - World -
Dozens in Italy give a fascist salute on the anniversary of Mussolini's execution
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WSL: Reaction as Bristol City relegated with defeat by leaders Man City
Listen on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra and follow text commentary as Bristol City host Manchester City in the Women's Super League.BBC News - Top stories -
NFL gives players option to wear guardian caps during games
The NFL moved to allow players to wear guardian caps on top of their helmets during regular season games in an attempt to improve player safety. According to league data, the optional covering enhances protection against head injuries by as much ...NBC News - Top stories - NFL -
Does a fixed-rate HELOC make sense in today's elevated rate environment?
There are benefits to considering a fixed-rate HELOC in today's economic climate, but there are downsides, too.CBS News - Top stories -
The Morning Risk Report
Foreign aid package comes with new sanctions risks for companies, and workers get ready to switch jobs but employers are fighting to stop them. Also, Swedbank to integrate operations tackling financial crime.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Some Anti-Israel Protesters Are Paid
Rockefeller and Soros grants are subsidizing those who disrupt college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Report: Trey Hendrickson requests trade
The Bengals got a trade request from wide receiver Tee Higgins after they used their franchise tag on him this offseason and now another member of the team reportedly wants to be moved as well.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Exxon Mobil and Chevron Report Lower Earnings
Profits for the two oil giants, which are locked in a standoff over drilling off the coast of Guyana, were squeezed by lower profitability for refining crude and falling natural gas prices.The New York Times - Business -
What the End of Negative Rates Means for Japan
The world’s fourth-largest economy is entering a new era, and there’s a lot at stake.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
U.S. Fertility Rate Falls to Record Low
Fewer babies were born in the U.S. in 2023 than any year since 1979.The Wall Street Journal - World -
German Bund Yield Edges Higher on Two-Year High Consumer Sentiment Data
10-year Bund yields edged higher after an above-forecast GfK consumer sentiment index added to the better-than-expected German data this week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. Economy Grew at 1.6% Rate in First-Quarter Slowdown
Gross domestic product, adjusted for inflation, increased at a 1.6 percent annual rate, but the report also included more evidence that the Federal Reserve’s efforts to tame price increases have stalled.The New York Times - Top stories -
U.S. Economy Grew at 1.6% Rate in First Quarter
Consumers ensured that growth continued, but the latest data showed signs of vulnerability elsewhere.The New York Times - Business -
S&P Cuts Boeing's Ratings Outlook to Negative
A purchase of Spirit AeroSystems would “introduce additional potential headwinds for Boeing on its path to cash flow and leverage recovery,” the agency said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
S&P Cuts Boeing's Ratings Outlook to Negative
A purchase of Spirit AeroSystems would “introduce additional potential headwinds for Boeing on its path to cash flow and leverage recovery,” the agency said.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.5% to 100.62
The WSJ Dollar Index is up 0.5% to 100.62 — higher for two of the past three trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden approval rating mired at historic low: Gallup
President Biden’s approval rating average is lower than any other president in recent history at the same point in their time in the White House, data released Friday found. The president averaged 38.7 percent job approval in his 13th quarter in ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
9 top-rated handheld vacuums to shop
The handheld vacuums are powerful, lightweight and effective at cleaning up messes. Shop Bissell, Shark, Dyson, Black+Decker and more.NBC News - Top stories -
How do interest rates affect me?
Bank of England interest rates have an impact on the mortgage, loan and savings rates for millions of people.BBC News - Top stories -
Lionel Messi is picking apart MLS at a ridiculous rate
Messi, after two more goals and an assist Saturday, is averaging 2.5 goal contributions per 90 minutes so far this MLS season.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLS -
Even If the Fed Cuts, the Days of Ultralow Rates Are Over
Soaring budget deficits and investment needs mean the “neutral” interest rate may be higher.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
UK holds local elections and Fed sets rates
Polls in England and Wales, a US interest rate decision and a dip in market activity for May Day celebrationsFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Gold Falls on Dimming Fed Rate Cuts Hopes
Gold prices were lower in early Asian trade as expectations of rate cuts by the U.S. Fed fade.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Nature destruction will cause bigger economic slump in UK than 2008 crisis, experts warn
Green Finance Institute report said further pollution could cut 12% off GDP by 2030s. The destruction of nature over the rest of the decade could trigger a bigger economic slump in Britain than those caused by the 2008 global financial crisis and ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
'Europe could die,' France's Macron says as he calls for stronger defense and economic reform
President Emmanuel Macron appealed for stronger, more integrated European defenses and said the continent must not become a vassal of the United States.NBC News - Top stories -
Egg labels, egg-splained: from cage-free to free-range, how to eat ethically and economically
Egg cartons are labeled with all sorts of descriptors in the US, making grocery shopping a confusing experience. Experts tell us what these labels mean and how to shop. Shopping for eggs at the grocery store can be a confusing experience. Cartons ...The Guardian - World -
How populism’s worst ideas about trade and immigration threaten U.S. economic growth
Americans showing more skepticism towards affirmative action and open immigration.MarketWatch - Business -
There’s a hard-right tidal wave about to hit Europe – and it will only make the economic crisis worse | Gordon Brown
Near-zero growth has crushed living standards, sending voters to populist demagogues. But they have no solutions to offer. By the time of the European parliament elections in June, this year’s rightward ebb in European politics will have turned ...The Guardian - World -
Russia-Ukraine war live: ‘mortal’ Europe needs stronger defence, says French president
Emmanuel Macron says Europe faces existential threat from Russian aggression and calls on continent to adopt ‘credible’ defence strategy. Russia has vetoed a UN security council resolution calling on all nations to prevent a dangerous nuclear arms ...The Guardian - World - France -
Room & Board Sets Up Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Giving Workers A Stake
Room & Board, the Minneapolis-based modern furniture retailer, is giving employees a financial stake in the company via a new employee stock ownership plan.The Wall Street Journal - World -
USA Track & Field expands its maternity policy to give athletes more time to work their way back
USA Track & Field unveiled a program Thursday that expands an existing maternity support system to give athletes more time to returnABC News - Sports -
England’s Marlie Packer: ‘I’d give my son the world – dad did none of that for me’
Captain reflects on her mum being a ‘rock’ and the Red Roses’ new coach as they chase another Six Nations grand slam. ‘We’re in France and the crowd is going to be hostile,” Marlie Packer says as she looks ahead to Saturday’s Six Nations grand ...The Guardian - World -
Oil prices give up losses to settle at a more than 1-week high
Oil futures shake off early losses Thursday to finish higher, with both U.S. and global benchmark prices settling at their highest in more than a week.MarketWatch - Business -
United Methodists endorse change that could give regions more say on LGBTQ issues
United Methodist delegates have endorsed a constitutional amendment that could let the U.S. church — where support has grown for the ordination of LGBTQ people and same-sex marriage — authorize such rites, even as more conservative churches would ...NBC News - Top stories -
Hak Baker: 'Music saved me in prison, now I want to give back'
The singer learned how to play guitar while in prison, and now he's hoping to pass on his talent.BBC News - Top stories -
Meta's big, expensive AI bet hinges on giving its models away for free
Meta is spending big on artificial intelligence — only to offer its latest advanced AI models to the public for free.NBC News - Top stories