EU's von der Leyen to unveil new commission as bitter Breton resigns
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23andMe directors resign as the CEO of the genetic-testing company seeks to take it private
All of 23andMe’s independent directors have resigned from its board in a rare move that marks the latest challenge for the genetic-testing company52 minutes ago -
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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen visits flood-stricken region in Europe and pledges billions of euros in swift aid
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen visits flood-stricken region in Europe and pledges billions of euros in swift aid5 hours ago - European Union -
The Guardian - World
Von der Leyen has tightened her grip on the EU's steering wheel – and is moving it subtly to the right | Paul Taylor
The European Commission president’s new team reflects her ruthlessness in crushing critics, rewarding loyalty and showing who is the boss. With six executive vice-presidents balancing political ...8 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Police bust $1 billion cocaine ring dubbed "The Commission"
In addition to the cocaine, detectives allegedly seized 10 cars, $800,000 in cash, a Rolex watch, four guns and two ballistic vests.9 hours ago -
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Financial Times - World
What the EU’s new competition tsar thinks about Chinese EV tariffs
Also in this newsletter: How the Greens got their man into von der Leyen’s office17 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
'That cut was deep': After a bitter parting, Tennessee coach Josh Heupel comes home to Oklahoma
Heupel leads Tennessee into Oklahoma (7:30 p.m. ET Saturday on ABC/ESPN+), where he quarterbacked the Sooners to a national championship as a player before being dumped as a coach.18 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
EU’s new competition chief: European companies must scale up for global fight
Incoming Spanish commissioner Teresa Ribera signals new era in how Brussels polices dealmaking18 hours ago -
Financial Times - World
UK reviews plans for ‘not for EU’ meat and dairy labelling
Ministers reconsider Tory policy after concerns from food industry and unionistsYesterday - United Kingdom -
The Hill - Politics
New partnership unveiled touting White House efforts in Black, Latino communities
Black and Latino voting organizations have teamed up for a new campaign touting the Biden-Harris administration’s efforts to support the two communities over the last three years. The Voto Latino ...Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
EU slashes €200mn of budget payments to Hungary
Brussels launches procedure against Viktor Orbán’s government after it misses deadline to pay finesYesterday - European Union -
Financial Times - Business
EU weighs expanding sanctions on exports to Russia
Officials consider proposal to crack down on shipments to Moscow from European company subsidiaries based overseasYesterday - European Union -
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Lib Dems unveil new top team after election success
Leader Sir Ed Davey says his frontbench will focus on issues including the NHS and social care.Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
SiFive unveils RISC-V chip design for high-performance AI workloads
SiFive, a designer of chips based on the RISC-V computing platform, announced a series of new AI chips for high-performance AI workloads.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Business
Instagram Unveils Sweeping Changes for Users Under Age 18
The app, which is popular with teenagers, introduced new settings and features aimed at addressing inappropriate online contact and content, and improving sleep for users under 18.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Post Office chief resigns after stint overshadowed by scandal
Nick Read has faced criticism for accepting bonuses while wrongfully convicted staff struggled to get compensationYesterday -
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'Bitter and betrayed' - Jeffrey ends World Rugby bid after SRU snub
Scotland legend John Jeffrey ends his bid to become chairman of World Rugby as the former flanker fails to win the support of his own union.Yesterday -
VentureBeat - Tech
Dreamhaven unveils 1st publishing partnership with FuzzyBot’s Lynked: Banner of the Spark
While is working on its own games, it's also become a publisher and plans to release Lynked: Banner of the Spark, from a new studio called FuzzyBot.Yesterday -
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The New York Times - World
Von der Leyen Doles Out Top E.U. Jobs
Ursula von der Leyen named her choices for the European Commission as she navigates a host of challenges, including the rise of nationalist forces.Yesterday -
Financial Times - Business
Campari boss resigns after less than 6 months
Matteo Fantacchiotti leaves for ‘personal reasons’ after taking top job in AprilYesterday -
Financial Times - World
How to make sense of Brussels’ new tangled commission web
Also in this newsletter: Friedrich Merz finally throws his hat in the ring for German chancellorYesterday -
CNBC - Business
23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki 'surprised and disappointed' by board resignations: Read the memo
In a memo to employees on Tuesday, 23andMe CEO Anne Wojcicki said the company will search for new directors.Yesterday -
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World War I memorial unveiled in Washington, D.C.
A new World War I memorial paying tribute to the 4.7 million Americans who served in the military during the war has been unveiled in Washington, D.C. The memorial's centerpiece is a 60-foot long ...Yesterday -
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Rutgers President Announces Resignation After a Year Rocked by Protests
Jonathan Holloway was Rutgers’ first Black president. He helped the university grow but also faced criticism and questioning in Congress over pro-Palestinian encampments on campus.2 days ago -
VentureBeat - Tech
EA will unveil new EA Sports App with La Liga
Electronic Arts unveiled its EA Sports App in a partnership with La Liga, the European soccer league in Spain.2 days ago -
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Meta unveils new Instagram safety measures for teens
Meta, Instagram's parent company, introduced new restrictions on teen accounts to address public concerns about online safety. Jo Ling Kent speaks with Meta's global head of safety.2 days ago - Meta -
ABC News - World
New Delhi's top elected official resigns after being released on bail in a bribery case
One of India’s leading opposition figures resigned his post as New Delhi’s chief minister on Tuesday, days after he emerged from prison on bail in a bribery case2 days ago -
ABC News - World
EU chief unveils her new team after a long and bumpy road; women get top roles
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen has put women in many of the top roles on her new team for her next five-year tenure at the head of the bloc2 days ago - European Union -
The Guardian - World
Ursula von der Leyen announces new European Commission lineup – Europe live
European Commission president reveals team after extensive negotiations and balancing, including nominating women and representing centre-right parties. Valdis Dombrovskis , from Latvia, was ...2 days ago - Europe -
Financial Times - Business
Von der Leyen gives top economic jobs to interventionist EU countries
France, Italy and Spain to share influential portfolios in next European Commission2 days ago - European Union -
ABC News - World
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen puts women in many of the top roles in her new Commission team
European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen puts women in many of the top roles in her new Commission team2 days ago -
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Financial Times - World
How von der Leyen made sure the next commission dances to her tune
Also in this newsletter: floods in central and eastern Europe flesh out reality of climate change2 days ago -
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Kings unveil Classic Edition throwback jerseys for 2024-25 season
Ahead of their 40th season in Sacramento, the Kings unveiled their Classic Edition throwback jerseys set to be worn during 2024-25 NBA season.2 days ago -
ABC News - Sports
Purple place: Mets unveil the new Grimace seat at Citi Field
Fenway Park has the Ted Williams seat2 days ago