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Pro-Palestinian Protests Mount at College Campuses Across the U.S.
The university said discussions between the school and protesters are continuing and the student demonstrators have agreed to take down some of their tents.The Wall Street Journal - World -
What the Haley protest votes mean for Trump
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What the Haley protest votes mean for Trump Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley dropped out of the GOP contest for the White House more than a ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
German retirees will get an inflation-busting pension increase this year
Germany’s Cabinet has approved a 4.57% rise in retirees’ pensionsfrom this summer, an increase that is well above the current inflation rateABC News - World - Germany -
Macron takes part in charity soccer game, showing off sporting prowess
French President Emmanuel Macron showed off his sporting prowess again --this time as Paris gears up to hold the Summer OlympicsABC News - Sports -
McKinsey Under Criminal Investigation Over Opioid-Related Consulting
Justice Department is investigating the consulting firm’s advice to manufacturers of OxyContin and other opioid products.The Wall Street Journal - World -
A Greek lawmaker faces a criminal charge for allegedly punching a colleague
A far-right Greek lawmaker has been charged with criminal assault for allegedly punching a colleague on the sidelines of a parliamentary debateABC News - World -
Anti-doping body faces calls for review over Chinese swimmers
UK agency combating drugs in sport adds to pressure ahead of Paris Olympics over 2020 positive testsFinancial Times - Business -
Pedro Sánchez, Spain’s Leader, Considers Resigning as Wife Faces Inquiry
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez suspended all public duties until Monday, after a judge ordered an inquiry into alleged influence peddling by Mr. Sánchez’s wife.The New York Times - World -
Spanish PM considers quitting as wife faces corruption investigation
Pedro Sánchez says he will announce decision on his political future next weekFinancial Times - Business -
Spanish prime minister considers resigning as wife faces investigation
Pedro Sánchez has also halted public duties after a court launched an inquiry into alleged corruption by Begoña Gómez. Spain’s socialist prime minister has cancelled his public duties for the rest of the week and said he is considering resigning ...The Guardian - World -
McKinsey faces US criminal investigation over opioid industry work
Grand jury set up to hear evidence on consulting for drugmakers tied to addiction epidemicFinancial Times - Business -
Some Anti-Israel Protesters Are Paid
Rockefeller and Soros grants are subsidizing those who disrupt college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Missouri House backs legal shield for weedkiller maker facing thousands of cancer-related lawsuits
The Missouri House has passed legislation that could protect chemical manufacturer Bayer from some lawsuits alleging a popular weedkiller causes cancerABC News - Health -
What’s in a name? Trump’s legal team faces an unusual balancing act: From the Politics Desk
Donald Trump's legal team in his New York criminal hush money trial faces a balancing act as they portray him as a former president and a normal guy.NBC News - Top stories -
Dan Abrams 'ashamed and embarrassed' by Columbia campus protests
Cable news host Dan Abrams said he is "ashamed and embarrassed" by protests that have broken out on the campus of New York's Columbia University over Israel's war with Hamas in the Middle East. “As a graduate of Columbia University Law School, I ...The Hill - Politics -
Brown University students join pro-Palestinian protests
Students at Brown University have formed a "Gaza Solidarity Encampment," joining similar protests at schools across the nation. WJAR's Allegra Zamore reports.NBC News - Politics -
Pro-Palestinian protests planned for Washington's premier party weekend
Pro-Palestinian protesters are looking to puncture the festive bubble this weekend surrounding the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.NBC News - Top stories -
Tensions rise at college protests; Johnson calls for Columbia president to resign
Columbia University and other schools have taken steps to try to address students' concerns over safety and freedom of expression. Follow for live news updates.CNN - Top stories -
Divestment From Israel Is a Rallying Cry for College Protesters
The campaign is likely to have a negligible impact on the companies or Israel, but activists see divestment as a clear way to force colleges to take action on the issue.The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
Pro-Palestinian protests erupt at University of Southern California
Pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Southern California were forced to clear their tents by campus police Wednesday. CBS News Los Angeles reporter Luzdelia Caballero is following the protests.CBS News - Top stories - California -
US House speaker heckled by protesters in campus visit
While the Speaker visited Columbia, police confronted Pro-Palestinian protesters at campuses in Texas and California.BBC News - Top stories - House -
Hundreds at Harvard Protest Suspension of Pro-Palestinian Group
Students flooded Harvard Yard, the oldest part of the university’s campus, which officials recently closed to the public. The students set up tents for an “emergency rally.”The New York Times - Top stories -
Arizona House Votes to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
The almost-complete ban on abortions in the state could go into effect as soon as June 8 if the State Legislature does not repeal it, the state’s attorney general said.The New York Times - Top stories - Abortion -
Arizona House Votes to Repeal Abortion Ban
The state Senate will vote on the measure next week, and several Republicans have signaled they would join Democrats to support it, giving it a good chance of passage. Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs has said she would sign a repeal.The Wall Street Journal - World - Abortion -
Arizona House votes to repeal 1864 abortion ban
It was the chamber's third attempt to take up repealing the near-total ban. Now the senate must vote.BBC News - Top stories - Abortion -
Argentine students and professors protest university budget cuts under Milei
Thousands of students and professors filled the streets of Buenos Aires and other cities to demand university funding amid President Javier Milei's harsh budget cuts.NBC News - Top stories -
Robert Kraft Withdraws Support From Columbia Over Protests
The New England Patriots owner said this week that he was “no longer comfortable supporting” Columbia University, his alma mater, which has been disrupted by protests.The New York Times - Business -
Speaker Johnson to visit Columbia University as campus protest continues
Columbia University is giving pro-Palestinian protesters on campus an extension to clear out the premises while House Speaker Mike Johnson is set to visit the campus Wednesday to meet with Jewish students. This comes as schools across the nation ...CBS News - Top stories -
Police detain pro-Palestinian protesters on University of Texas campus
Texas state police detained pro-Palestinian demonstrators Wednesday on the University of Texas at Austin campus after hundreds of students walked out of classes and began a sit-in to support Gaza, local and state media reported. Social media ...The Hill - Politics -
Iran reportedly sentences dissident rapper to death for backing protests
Rapper Toomaj Salehi has been jailed for more than a year and a half for his support of protests after Mahsa Amini's death, according to local media.CBS News - World - Iran -
College Protesters Make Divestment From Israel a Rallying Cry
The campaign is likely to have a negligible impact on the companies or Israel, but activists see divestment as a clear and achievable way to force colleges to take action on the issue.The New York Times - Business - Israel -
House speaker calls for Columbia president's resignation amid protests
House Speaker Mike Johnson was met with loud boos as he visited Columbia University, where he joined calls for the president's resignation amid pro-Palestinian protests.CBS News - Top stories - House -
What to know about pro-Palestine university protests, from Texas to California
A wave of pro-Palestinian protest grew even larger Wednesday as college students around the country marched, camped out and in some cases were taken into police custody.The Hill - Politics - California -
Pro-Palestinian protests planned for Washington's premier party weekend
Pro-Palestinian protesters are looking to puncture the festive bubble this weekend surrounding the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.NBC News - Politics -
US House speaker jeered at Columbia as tensions rise over campus protests
Republican Mike Johnson criticized for ‘divisive’ trip as he calls for university president to quit and condemns ‘virus of antisemitism’. Student Gaza protests – live updatesMike Johnson, the Republican House speaker, was jeered by pro-Palestinian ...The Guardian - World - House -
Evening Report — Protests rock college campuses over Israel-Hamas war
A quick recap of the day and what to look forward to tomorrow {beacon} Evening Report © Greg Nash / The Hill Protests rock college campuses over Israel-Hamas war Pro-Palestinian protests have roiled college campuses across the U.S. this ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Netanyahu Calls Student Protests Antisemitic and Says They Must Be Quelled
“What’s happening in America’s college campuses is horrific,” the Israeli prime minister said in a televised statement. “Antisemitic mobs have taken over leading universities.”The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
Johnson temporarily dodges ouster vote as House passes foreign aid
Conservative rebels are hoping the week-long recess will build support for their pending effort to boot the speaker.Politico - Politics -
FTC votes to ban noncompete clauses that bar employees from working for competitors
The FTC claims that noncompete agreements limit wage growth and increase prices for consumers.CNBC - Business -
Johnson temporarily dodges ouster vote as House passes foreign aid
Conservative rebels are hoping the week-long recess will build support for their pending effort to boot the speaker.Politico - Politics