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Biden Weighs More Than $1 Billion in New Arms for Israel
The Biden administration is considering supplying tank shells, mortars and vehicles in one of the largest transfers since the start of the war in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Israel and Iran stay largely silent after limited retaliatory strike
A person familiar with the situation told NBC News that Israel carried out an operation in Iran. Earlier, Israeli officials notified U.S. officials that a response was coming.NBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Israel carries out operation inside Iran, says source familiar
NBC News' Courtney Kube reports that a source familiar says Israel did carry out an operation in Iran after reports of explosions in the Isfahan area, and that Israeli officials did inform the U.S. of their intention to carry out a response in ...NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Israel carries out limited strike against Iran, NBC News source says
Israel launched a limited direct military attack on Iranian soil early Friday morning, a source familiar with the situation told NBC News.CNBC - Business - Israel -
More Than 100 Columbia University Students Arrested as Protests Intensify
The university called in the police to empty an encampment of demonstrators. But students have vowed to stay, no matter the consequences.The New York Times - Top stories -
PwC Looks to ShrinkNewU.S. Consulting Partner Class by More Than 50%
PricewaterhouseCoopers is looking to shrink its new class of U.S. consulting partners by more than 50% compared with last year as demand for advisory services continues to slow and the firm reorganizes its business lines.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ocean spray emits more PFAS than industrial polluters, study finds
Research into release of ‘forever chemicals’ raises concerns about contamination and human exposure along world’s coastlines. Ocean waves crashing on the world’s shores emit more PFAS into the air than the world’s industrial polluters, new ...The Guardian - World -
Columbia protests continue after more than 100 arrested
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators have reoccupied Columbia University's main lawn for a third day of protests in Upper Manhattan.CBS News - Politics -
'The mirror doesn’t lie': How Corey Seager’s constant pursuit of perfection created MLB’s most beautiful swing
Seager's left-handed swing is a thing of beauty. But the constant feeling that it could desert him is what turned him into MLB's new Mr. Clutch.ESPN - Sports -
Honda unveils a series of sleek EVs for China and they're way more exciting than anything we get in the rest of the world
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Tesla recalling more than 3,000 of its 2024 Cybertrucks due to faulty pedal
Tesla is recalling nearly 4,000 of its 2024 Cybertrucks after it discovered that the accelerator pedal can become stuck, potentially causing the vehicle to accelerate unintentionally and increase the risk of a crashABC News - Top stories - Tesla -
North Korea is buying Chinese surveillance cameras in a push to tighten control, report says
A report from the website 38 North says that North Korea is putting surveillance cameras in schools and workplaces in a technology-driven push to monitor its population even more closelyABC News - Tech - North Korea -
American Express says cardholders are buying lots of ‘front of cabin’ plane tickets, as total spending grows 7%
American Express saw an acceleration in new card acquisitions during the first quarter, and it recorded a profit beat for the period.MarketWatch - Business -
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Israel and Iran backed away from the brink. But the stakes have been raised, and the rules are no longer clear.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Top Cuban official says country open to more U.S. deportations
Cuba's deputy foreign minister tells CBS News that his country is willing to accommodate more than one deportation flight per month.CBS News - Politics - US Open -
DfE says 85,000 more free childcare places needed
The Department for Education estimates about 40,000 staff are also needed in England by September 2025.BBC News - Top stories -
Mortgage rates have surged past 7% and home sales in March posted their biggest monthly drop in more than a year, renewing pressure on the U.S. housing market as uncertainty over real-estate commissions buffets the industry.
Mortgage rates have surged past 7% and home sales in March posted their biggest monthly drop in more than a year, renewing pressure on the U.S. housing market as uncertainty over real-estate commissions buffets the industry.The Wall Street Journal - World -
S&P Cuts Israel's Credit Ratings on Geopolitical Concerns
S&P Global Ratings lowered its long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings on Israel to A-plus from AA-minus, citing geopolitical risks.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Sources: Garcia misses weight, has deal to fight
Ryan Garcia missed weight for his fight with Devin Haney but cut a deal for the fight to go forward.ESPN - Sports -
Sunak rejects offer of youth mobility scheme between EU and UK
Labour also turns down European Commission’s proposal, which would allow young Britons to live, study and work in EU. Rishi Sunak has rejected an EU offer to strike a post-Brexit deal to allow young Britons to live, study or work in the bloc for ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
The $1.7 Billion Railway That Could Challenge China's Influence in Africa
A U.S.-backed railway connecting Angola to the Democratic Republic of Congo is part of a pushback against China’s Belt and Road initiative in Africa. The $1.7 billion Lobito Corridor project aims to secure vital mineral supply chains.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Sony in Talks to Join a Bid to Buy Paramount
The company and Apollo Global Management are discussing a joint effort, even as Paramount conducts exclusive merger negotiations with Skydance.The New York Times - Business -
Don't force drivers to buy AM radios
One of the principal tenets of progress and innovation is that we are not tethered to old technology. For example, when consumers purchase the latest smartphone that can connect to the internet or download applications, they are not forced to buy ...The Hill - Politics -
Sony In Talks To Join Bid To Buy Paramount - Report
In the race to acquire Paramount, Skydance Media still has the inside track. But there may be more players pulling up in the rearview. According to The New York Times, an investment firm, Apollo Global Management, is in talks with Sony Pictures ...GameSpot - Tech -
Jake Paul offers Jorge Masvidal, Nate Diaz $10 million for MMA fight
Jake Paul is dead serious about making his MMA debut for PFL.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Boxing -
Why a CD is better than these 4 popular alternatives
If you want to maximize your interest, a CD is often your best option.CBS News - Top stories -
Best Buy Members Get Access To Exclusive Deals This Weekend
Best Buy is offering exclusive deals to its My Best Buy Plus and Total members, giving them a chance to score dozens of today's hottest gadgets at some of the lowest prices of the year. The event ends Sunday, so you have plenty of time to explore ...GameSpot - Tech -
Israel’s Strike Was Smaller Than Expected, and So Was Iran’s Reaction
The relatively limited scope of the attack, as well as a muted response from Iranian officials, may have lowered the chances of an immediate escalation, analysts said.The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
Gilt Yields Fall After Weak U.K. Retail Sales Data
Gilt yields declined following weaker-than-expected U.K. retail sales data, increasing prospects of a Bank of England interest-rate cut in the coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Why buying stocks in this hot sector may turn out to be a money-losing bet
The semiconductor industry has been soaring; that won’t last forever.MarketWatch - Business -
The 6 best 2-in-1 laptop hybrids for 2024
Can't decide between a laptop and tablet? Consider getting one device with the functionality of both.CBS News - Top stories -
Slam dunk? Every NBA expert picked the same Finals showdown
It's the Finals countdown! Yahoo Sports' NBA roundtable breaks down everything at stake over the next two months, including the future of two franchises.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
More humidity ahead of a front early next week
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Why Don’t More People Resent Manchester City?
Out of the Champions League but on top of the Premier League, Manchester City shows that it takes more than trophies to make a villain.The New York Times - World -
NFL draft will include many Michigan men, maybe enough to break record set by 2022 Georgia Bulldogs
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College basketball rankings: Kansas lands Wisconsin transfer AJ Storr, jumps Houston for No. 1 in Top 25 And 1
The Jayhawks have upgraded their roster and are the new No. 1 team in the way-too-early Top 25 And 1CBS Sports - Sports -
European carbon trading catching less than quarter of airline emissions, data finds
With long-haul flights exempt from charges and carriers given free allowances, large share of flights not covered by systemFinancial Times - World -
Wellness Is Simpler Than You Think: 25 Years of Research Shows All You Need Is the 5-Step Perma Method
Ignore wellness gurus peddling useless classes and crystals. This is what science says matters for wellness.Inc. - Business