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England’s universities face ‘closure’ risk after student numbers dive
Report from Office for Students warns ‘significant changes’ needed to ‘funding model’Financial Times - Business -
Ex-Post Office IT boss blocked Vennells' number
Lesley Sewell tells the Horizon inquiry she was "not comfortable" being contacted by the former chief.BBC News - Top stories -
Georgia's parliament passes controversial "foreign agent" law
Tens of thousands of people gathered in the Georgian capital of Tbilisi to protest the law's passage.CBS News - World -
Siemens Cuts Digital Industries Outlook on China Weakness
Siemens cut fiscal 2024 guidance for its closely watched digital industries unit, citing a slower-than-expected recovery in its China automation operations, but raised its forecast for the smart infrastructure division.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Mortgage rates cut but borrowing pressures remain
More homeowners are facing the first stage of the repossession process, new figures indicate.BBC News - Top stories - Mortgage -
Is Starmer right about a £46bn unfunded tax cut?
Keir Starmer keeps talking about the Conservatives having a £46bn hole in their finances because of the ambition to abolish National Insurance.BBC News - Top stories -
US government data shows the number of fatal overdoses fell last year
US government data shows the number of fatal overdoses fell last yearABC News - Health -
EUR/USD Little Changed; Dollar Weakness May Be Limited Near Term
The EUR/USD traded little changed, and Danske Bank Research generally expects the pair to continue being range-bound in the near term.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Gold Edges Higher, Supported by Fed Rate-Cut Bets
Gold edged higher in the early Asian session, supported by bets for Fed rate cuts which would enhance the appeal of the non-interest-bearing precious metal.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Volodymyr Zelenskyy cancels foreign visits amid Russian offensive
Ukraine president’s decision to stay in Kyiv indicates growing concern over Moscow’s actions in Kharkiv regionFinancial Times - World - Ukraine -
Japan's Biggest Insurer Plans to Go Big on Foreign Credit
Nippon Life Insurance, the largest insurer in Japan by asset size, is planning to invest more in foreign credit markets, looking to diversify its portfolio even as key domestic yields hover at decade highs.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
Georgia's president says a controversial foreign influence bill is unacceptable
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili says a controversial media bill passed by parliament that critics call a threat to free speech is “unacceptable."ABC News - Top stories -
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga review – Anya Taylor-Joy is tremendous as chase resumes
Cannes film festivalTaylor-Joy makes a fantastic action heroine, facing down a hilariously evil Chris Hemsworth in signature high-speed fights. ‘My childhood! My mother! I want them back!” With this howl of anguish, young Furiosa, played by Anya ...The Guardian - World -
'Mad Max' has lived in George Miller's head for 45 years. He's not done dreaming yet
The world of “Mad Max” has lived in George Miller's head for nearly half a centuryABC News - Entertainment -
‘Mad Max’ director considered de-aging Charlize Theron for ‘Furiosa,’ but the technology was ‘never persuasive’
“Mad Max” mastermind George Miller considered using de-aging technology so that Charlize Theron could star in “Furiosa,” but says “it would have been difficult” to pull off.NBC News - Top stories -
Boeing’s Woes Worsen as the Justice Department Warns of Possible Criminal Prosecution
Justice officials claim safety flaws that led to January's 737 MAX side panel blowout indicate Boeing violated a 2021 accord sparing it from prosecution for two earlier deadly crashes, which they may now pursue.Inc. - Business -
UK migration policy risks undermining university sector, business warns
Rio Tinto, Siemens and Anglo American say curbs to overseas student numbers threaten investment, in letter to PMFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Starlink internet shutdown in Sudan will punish millions, Elon Musk warned
With a widespread telecoms blackout already in place, emergency help and humanitarian aid at risk if satellite service withdrawn, say NGOs. Nearly 100 humanitarian groups in Sudan have warned Elon Musk he risks “collectively punishing” millions of ...The Guardian - World - Elon Musk -
Bridgewater founder Dalio warns of danger of US debt on Treasury market
Billionaire investor has concerns about rising financial burden, global conflict and growing possibility of ‘civil war’Financial Times - Business -
Rare 'high risk' warning for flash flooding issued in Texas, Louisiana
A rare "high risk" warning for flash flooding has been issued in Texas and Louisiana.ABC News - Top stories -
Everything you need to know about student loans
How do they work across the UK, what can I borrow and when do I have to start paying it back?BBC News - Top stories -
Pelosi says she 'would never recommend' Biden debate Trump
Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) said in a Wednesday interview that she “would never recommend” President Biden share the debate stage with former President Trump, shortly after the two agreed to two debates before November's election. “I ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Romney says he would have pardoned Trump after indictments
Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) said he would have pardoned former President Trump if he had been in President Biden's position when federal indictments were brought against him. In an interview set to air in full Wednesday night on MSNBC’s “The 11th ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
She Wanted to Help Strangers. Would They Take Her Up on It?
Bianca Giaever wasn’t feeling very helpful in her daily life, so she tried to do small favors for passers-by in Union Square. It got complicated.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Starmer sets out what Labour would do first
The Labour leader promises more teachers and more NHS appointments in major pre-election speech.BBC News - Top stories -
It will be even more expensive to borrow money for college this year—3 tips to cut down costs
Students taking out federal loans to pay for undergraduate college degrees will see a fixed interest rate of 6.53%. Use these tips to minimize your costs.CNBC - Business -
Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco receives 10-game suspension after foreign-substance ejection in win over A's
Ronel Blanco, who threw a no-hitter earlier this year, said Tuesday that he would appeal the suspension.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Astros starter Blanco suspended 10 games after foreign substance found in glove
Houston Astros pitcher Ronel Blanco has received a 10-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball rules prohibiting foreign substancesABC News - Sports - MLB -
MLB suspends Houston Astros starter Ronel Blanco for 10 games after a foreign substance was found in his glove
MLB suspends Houston Astros starter Ronel Blanco for 10 games after a foreign substance was found in his gloveABC News - Sports - MLB -
The U.S. saw a slight decline in the number of overdose deaths last year, marking a rare improvement in a persistent fentanyl crisis, preliminary federal data show.
The U.S. saw a slight decline in the number of overdose deaths last year, marking a rare improvement in a persistent fentanyl crisis, preliminary federal data show.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden Warns Mexico Against Letting Chinese EV Makers Set Up Shop There
The administration's aggressive moves against cheap Chinese imports addresses a possible loophole that could be used to evade new high tariffs.Inc. - Business - Joe Biden -
Diablo 4 Community Warns That Latest Patch Changed How Item Salvaging Works
Diablo 4's recent Loot Reborn update made a variety of changes to the game, but it seems that one tiny shift in particular might cause you a big headache if you aren't familiar with it. In short, the "Salvage All Items" function does just that: It ...GameSpot - Tech -
Now armed with AI, America's adversaries will try to influence election, security officials warn
Top U.S. security officials say America’s foreign adversaries will again seek to influence the upcoming U.S. electionsABC News - Tech -
Biden administration extends key deadline for student loan forgiveness
Student loan borrowers hoping for a one-time payment count adjustment now have until June 30, after the U.S. Department of Education extended the deadline.CNBC - Business - Joe Biden -
Education Dept. Extends Deadline to Consolidate Student Loans for Forgiveness
Borrowers with commercially held loans will now have until June 30 to take steps to make their loans eligible for elimination.The New York Times - Business -
Frank Warren: ‘Fury has overcome demons most people would never have got out of’
Before Tyson Fury takes on Oleksandr Usyk, his promoter tells Donald McRae that the controversial heavyweight deserves more credit for winning battles in and out of the ring. “It’s well documented that he’s bipolar,” Frank Warren says of Tyson ...The Guardian - World -
YouTube said it would comply with a Hong Kong court ruling that banned the distribution of a protest song in the city.
YouTube said it would comply with a Hong Kong court ruling that banned the distribution of a protest song in the city.The Wall Street Journal - World