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The Wall Street Journal - World
Notable & Quotable: Biden's Candidacy Was 'Crazy' the First Time
‘A one-term pledge would be viewed as an act of selflessness, putting the country ahead of any ambition.’Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
European and Asian Stocks Gain; Bitcoin Falls
Global stocks rose, while U.S. index futures were mixed, after the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite closed at record highs in the previous session.Crypto -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Paris Couture Week: See How Street Style Compared to the Runways
At couture week in Paris, fashion fans peacocked with industry fixtures in a whirl of formal attire and street wear. -
Yahoo News - World
German shipyard hands over second of four submarines to Singapore
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The Wall Street Journal - World
Dollar Could Fall if Rate Cut Bets Rise
The dollar looks set to fall heading into next year as recent softer U.S. economic data could bolster market expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve, MUFG Bank said. -
NBC News - Top stories
Putin and Xi meet at Central Asian summit aimed at countering U.S.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping met Wednesday at a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. -
ABC News - World
Japanese man sentenced to 17.5 years in prison, 20 strokes of the cane in Singapore
A Japanese hairstylist has been sentenced to 17.5 years in prison and 20 strokes of the cane in Singapore this week for what the judge described as a “brutal and cruel” sexual assault and rape of a drunk student five years ago -
The Guardian - World
Shell to take hit of up to $2bn on Rotterdam and Singapore sites
Oil firm’s warning comes after it had to halt work on Europe’s largest biofuel project and sell refinery in Asia. Shell has warned investors that it will take an impairment charge of up to $2bn (£1.6bn) in its next set of results after it was ... -
NBC News - Top stories
Waitress pushed into Lake of the Ozarks by dine-and-dashers as she tried to serve bill
Authorities are investigating a dine-and-dash attack during which a waitress was allegedly pushed into the Lake of the Ozarks by patrons who abandoned their bill. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden Tries to Prove He Is Still Democrats' Best Bet
The president told Democratic governors that he needs to get more sleep and suggested he should avoid events that begin after 8 p.m.Joe Biden -
The New York Times - Lifestyle
Latin America Has a Rich Tradition of Religious Pendants
Collectors say that relicarios, made from whatever the artisan had at hand, are often overlooked in the study of colonial-era art. -
Financial Times - World
Luxury price rises leave rich asking: is it worth it?
The post-pandemic spending surge appears to be over -
NBC News - Top stories
The brutal killing of a Detroit man in 1982 inspires decades of Asian American activism nationwide
Four decades after Vincent Chin was killed by autoworkers who blamed Asian manufacturers for industry decline, activists fight to ensure Chin is not forgotten. -
CNBC - Business
Energy giant Shell to take up to a $2 billion impairment hit on Rotterdam, Singapore plants
Energy giant Shell on Friday said it expects to record a post-tax impairment hit of up to $2 billion mainly linked to its Singapore and Rotterdam plants. -
ABC News - Entertainment
As 'Bachelor' race issues linger, Jenn Tran, its 1st Asian American lead, is ready for her moment
Jenn Tran cannot escape thinking about being the first Asian lead in the history of “The Bachelor” franchise — not that she wants to -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Biden's Frailty Isn't Breaking News
It took Washington’s news hounds 4½ years to discover his obvious deterioration.Joe Biden -
CNBC - Business
Biden tries to calm Democrats as 2024 drop-out pressure mounts: 'I'm not leaving'
President Biden delivered a stumbling debate performance against Donald Trump last week, which his campaign has worked to spin in the ensuing days.Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
Gretchen Whitmer wants to meet far-right plotters who tried to kill her, book reveals
Exclusive: Michigan governor and potential Biden replacement writes in memoir True Gretch of desire for ‘face-to-face’ talks. Gretchen Whitmer, the governor of Michigan widely spoken of as a possible Democratic candidate for president should Joe ... -
The New York Times - Top stories
Biden Stumbles Over His Words as He Tries to Steady Re-Election Campaign
The president’s appearances have come under intense scrutiny since he appeared feeble in his debate against former President Donald J. Trump.Joe Biden -
The Guardian - World
How Keir Starmer can learn from Anthony Albanese’s missteps as he tries to rebuild Britain | Marc Stears
The need to focus on core economic issues and build a bridge between urban progressives and working-class voters are key lessons for new UK PM. Get our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news podcastAt 5 o’clock on Friday ... -
BBC News - Top stories
Bellingham free to play quarter-final after being given suspended ban
England midfielder Jude Bellingham is given a one-match suspended ban for his crotch-grabbing gesture after scoring against Slovakia. -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Agent Rich Paul pushes back on Zach LaVine slander
With trade talks ongoing, Klutch Sports Group CEO is letting franchise 'handle their business' -
Financial Times - World
Milan’s new members club hoping to attract the rich fleeing London
Plus, SoftBank is not planning to follow Elliott’s call and a former ‘Barbarian’ hunts mid-sized deals -
Financial Times - Business
Insurers braced for losses as Hurricane Beryl breaks records
Industry executives warn storm’s size and early arrival raises risks for rest of season -
CBS News - Top stories
July 4 travel expected to break records
AAA projects more than 60 million Americans will drive 50 miles or more this week over the Fourth of July holiday, which is millions more than last year. The TSA says it will be busiest on Sunday, when more than 3 million travelers could be ... -
BBC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl: Record-breaking sign of warming world
Beryl is the earliest category five Atlantic hurricane on record, fuelled by exceptional sea warmth. -
BBC News - Top stories
Cavendish breaks Tour de France stage record
Briton Mark Cavendish claims the outright Tour de France stage win record by taking his 35th victory to surpass Eddy Merckx on stage five in Saint Vulbas. -
CBS News - Top stories
Fourth of July travel expected to break records
The Fourth of July holiday travel rush is here; experts say it could be the busiest season ever. AAA estimates nearly 71 million people will travel 50 miles or more during the holiday. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave ... -
Financial Times - World
Portugal to reintroduce tax breaks for skilled foreigners
Retirees’ incomes will be excluded from perk as Lisbon aims to boost growth with 20% flat rate -
CBS News - Top stories
Fourth of July travel continues to break records
The TSA told CBS News it's screened more than 19 million flyers since last Thursday and is approaching two million more than last year. Eight of its 10 busiest travel days have been in the past month and a half, with Sunday expected to break ... -
BBC News - Top stories
Emotional Dart wins tie-break to shock Boulter
Harriet Dart shocks British number one Katie Boulter in an extraordinary final-set tie-beak to reach the Wimbledon third round. -
The Hill - Politics
Democrats in competitive House races break from Biden
Several Democrats running in competitive House districts this cycle are breaking from President Biden, underscoring growing concerns that the incumbent could be a down-ballot liability following his rocky debate performance in Atlanta last week. ...Joe Biden -
BBC News - Top stories
Ed Davey hails record-breaking night for Lib Dems
The party won 70 seats and unseated several ministers, but failed in its bid to unseat Chancellor Jeremy Hunt. -
CBS News - Top stories
Frustrated singles breaking up with dating apps
Last year, Americans downloaded dating apps more than 36 million times, which is down 16% from 2020. Dating coach Damona Hoffman says an increasing number of her clients are feeling what she calls "dating app burnout," which is stress and fatigue ... -
The Hill - Politics
12:30 Report — Biden's make-or-break moment
Plus: Political earthquake in UK {beacon} 12:30 REPORT Hope you all had a wonderful Fourth of July! I’m catching some rays from the “free state of Florida” this weekend. I’ve had so much fun authoring the newsletter this week. You can find me over ...Joe Biden -
BBC News - Top stories
Singer Sabrina Carpenter breaks UK chart record
The US singer becomes the first female to hold both the number one and two spots for three weeks.United Kingdom -
GameSpot - Tech
The First Descendant - How To Unlock Bunny For Free
The First Descendant has arrived, and in this immediately popular free-to-play looter shooter, you'll step into the slick suits of several heroes, each of them representing different builds with unique skill sets. Though only three characters are ... -
The Hill - Politics
A strong free world needs stronger alliances
Trade among allies makes the free world stronger. -
BBC News - Top stories
Ecuador police free 49 people held by gang
Police seize dynamite, weapons and ammunitions during a raid of tunnels in a mining area.
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Marine Le Pen profite du débat houleux sur l’antisémitisme
La leader d’extrême droite séduit une partie de la communauté juive avec une rhétorique anti-islamiste, tandis que l’extrême gauche est désormais perçue comme une menace -
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A fraught debate over antisemitism is helping Marine Le Pen
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HTSI editor’s letter: summer hosting come rain or shine
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Can Britain be mended?
As the new government faces an economy, society and political system in despair, there is no shortage of prescriptions to put things rightUnited Kingdom