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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 -
Port of San Diego declares emergency after more invasive seaweed found
The algae species Caulerpa prolifera can choke out native seaweeds and put marine life at risk.CBS News - Top stories -
Dow Jones reaches 40,000 for first time
A strong labor market and cooling inflation fueled a spike in the Dow Jones industrial average that reached 40,000 for the first time. CBS News contributor J.D. Durkin breaks down the numbers.CBS News - Top stories -
Activists sue Russia over ‘weak’ climate policy
Russian constitutional court is considering claim, which activists hope will raise awareness about emissions. A group of activists are fighting for the right to scrutinise Russia’s climate policies, and in particular its enormous methane ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
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 -
Chinese Shares Mixed; Property Policy Meeting in Focus
Chinese shares opened mixed as investors wait for a more detailed policy reading on the property sector later today.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Dow Jones Industrial Average Tops 40000 for the First Time
The recession that so many economists anticipated has remained out of sight, giving investors hope that stocks can keep climbing.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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 -
Meta Faces EU Probe Over Facebook, Instagram Child-Protection Policies
The investigation, which could eventually lead to a fine, will look into the platforms’ use of algorithms that officials said may stimulate addictive behavior in children.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - European Union -
Republicans Force Democrats to Take Sides on Biden's Israel Policy
House Republicans passed a bill Thursday that would force the U.S. government to resume paused weapons shipments to Israel.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The right US-China policy prioritizes collaboration despite competition
Conflict and hostility currently dominate the China discourse.The Hill - Politics -
Wanted: Japanese firms’ policy advice on AI, trade and crypto
Legal expertise based on experience in government and industry is in demand to help shape regulationFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney defends approach to transfer portal: 'We like our guys, we like our starters'
Clemson was the only non-service academy to not take a single transferCBS Sports - Sports -
Voice Actors Sue Company Whose AI Sounds Like Them
Two voice actors say an A.I. company created clones of their voices without their permission. Now they’re suing. The company denies it did anything wrong.The New York Times - Top stories -
Westminster Dog Show 2024: Unforgettable Dogs Like Sage, Monty and Mercedes
The dog show can have only one winner, but each canine in contention for the title stood out in their own right.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Voice Actors Sue Company Whose AI Sounds Like Them
Two voice actors say an A.I. company created clones of their voices without their permission. Now they’re suing. The company denies it did anything wrong.The New York Times - Tech -
Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in a historic shift in US drug policy
Justice Department formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in a historic shift in US drug policyABC News - Health -
Britain’s got AI talent but that’s not enough
The ambitions may be homegrown yet the funds still come from abroadFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Britain risks throttling a golden goose
By restricting student visas, the UK is endangering its world-class university sectorFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom