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The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.2%
The WSJ Dollar Index was up 0.2% to 99.16 — snapping a three-trading-day losing streak.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The WSJ Dollar Index Was Flat at 99.16
The WSJ Dollar Index was flat at 99.16, and was down four of the past five trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Asia-Pacific Innovative Lawyers
Generative AI and global tensions are shaping the legal agenda as lawyers respond to political and economic uncertainty, climate change and workloads. Plus: best practice case studies and a spotlight on JapanFinancial Times - World -
AP Week in Pictures: Asia
May 10-16, 2024 Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing during his two-day state visit to one of his strongest allies and trading partners. Flash flooding and torrents of cold lava and mud flowing down a ...ABC News - World -
Walmart Stock Hits Record Close on Strong Quarter
The largest U.S. retailer had robust quarterly results and an upbeat outlook, giving insight into how consumers are weathering high interest rates.The New York Times - Business -
5 dead in 'exceptionally' strong storm in Houston
At least five people were killed when a powerful storm tore through Houston on Thursday night, officials said.ABC News - Top stories -
'Back to Black' Review: Amy Winehouse's Songs and Struggles
Marisa Abela plays the Grammy-winning British singer in this vivid, pain-filled biopic directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Elected officials share personal mental health struggles
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and Harris County Texas Judge Lina Hildago are some of the most outspoken elected officials telling Americans it's okay to not be okay. Both officials have taken leaves of absence for their mental health ...CBS News - Top stories -
Stock market looks strong enough to stay in this higher orbit
Momentum has taken over the moment.MarketWatch - Business -
Gunman Kills Three Spanish Tourists in Central Afghanistan
One Afghan was also injured in the attack, which many expect will hinder the government’s recent efforts to lure foreign visitors.The New York Times - World -
China’s spy threat is growing, but the West has struggled to keep up
For years, Western spy agencies have talked of a need to focus on China, but senior officials say the threat has not been taken seriously enough.BBC News - Top stories - China -
China pledges $42 billion in a slew of measures to support the struggling property sector
Chinese authorities on Friday pledged new support for state-owned enterprises to enable them to buy unsold apartments.CNBC - Business - China -
China pledges $42 billion in a slew of measures to support the struggling property sector
Chinese authorities pledged new support for state-owned enterprises to enable them to buy unsold apartments, in an effort that could help developers get more funding to finish construction on pre-sold properties.NBC News - Top stories - China -
The end of centralized data? Samsung teams with Expanso on distributed processing
Enables teams to analyze data in situ, reducing the operational overhead of replicating data centers or managing data movement between cloudsVentureBeat - Tech -
Three Spanish tourists killed in central Afghanistan gun attack
Seven others including four foreigners were injured, Afghan officials say.BBC News - Top stories -
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered. Explore the full results, and coverage on each team.ESPN - Sports - NHL -
‘We are very strong’: Georgia’s gen Z drives protests against return to past
Resolutely European young people brave violent repression to loudly reject ‘foreign agents’ law and alignment with Moscow. Mariska Iurevicz’s mother has been crying a lot recently. “She is always asking when I’ll be home”, the 22-year-old says. “I ...The Guardian - World -
Trump’s immigration plan could add trillions of dollars to national debt, fueling inflation and market jitters
Donald Trump’s tax and spending plans for his would-be second term in office imply a willingness to see the federal budget deficit rise to truly unprecedented levels.MarketWatch - Business -
James Paxton delivers strong six innings, helps Dodgers beat visiting Reds
James Paxton delivered his second consecutive six-inning, zero-walk game, helping the Dodgers earn a 7-3 win over the Reds at Dodger Stadium on Friday.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Dow Jones trades above 40,000 for first time, but fails to achieve milestone
The Dow Jones Industrial Average trades above 40,000 for first time ever on Thursday, but fails to finish above the milestone.MarketWatch - Business -
2024 PGA Championship takeaways: Rory McIlroy looks poised to break major drought despite struggles off tee
Will McIlroy win his third straight tournament and take home his first major championship in a decade?CBS Sports - Sports -
Caitlin Clark home debut: Star rookie struggles in blowout loss to New York Liberty
Clark and the Fever are still yet to get a win this season.Yahoo Sports - Sports - New York -
Why Cathie Wood’s ARK Innovation ETF is struggling in 2024 despite the stock-market rally
One research analyst prefers the Nasdaq for exposure to “disruptive innovation.”MarketWatch - Business -
MLB Power Rankings: The AL and NL Central are rising -- which teams are in our top 10?
While some of the usual players dominate our list, five of our top teams this week are from two unexpected divisions.ESPN - Sports - MLB -
Sweltering heat across Asia was 45 times more likely because of climate change, study finds
Sizzling heat across Asia and the Middle East in late April that echoed last year’s destructive swelter was made 45 times more likely in some parts of the continent because of human-caused climate change, a study Tuesday foundABC News - Health - Climate -
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Police departments sell their used guns
Firearms sold by law enforcement have turned up at crime scenes thousands of times in recent years, a CBS News Investigation found.CBS News - Top stories -
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US readies more aid for Gaza
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story US military anchors pier to Gaza beach Officials are expected to begin the delivery of around 500 tons of ...The Hill - Politics -
Opponents Will Use AI to Mess With Election, Officials Warn
Foreign foes will harness the technology to influence the vote, officials warn theSenate Intelligence Committee.Inc. - Business -
US PGA Championship 2024: first round – live
Day one updates from Valhalla, the second major of yearLive scoreboard | And feel free to drop Matt an emailTiger’s tee shot at the par-three 11th is long and to the right. He can’t get anywhere close with his wedge out of the thick cabbage, and ...The Guardian - World -
Trade policy is the new front in the US presidential election
Also in today’s newsletter, how Ray Dalio is thinking about the electionFinancial Times - World