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706 people named Kyle descend on Texas town for world record attempt
When 706 people named Kyle in the same place is not enough.CBS News - Top stories -
The Rush to Flee Rafah, and the Flag on Justice Alito’s Lawn
Plus, the grilling of Michael Cohen.The New York Times - Top stories -
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Thailand's Economy Grows on Strong Consumption, Tourism
The Thai economy grew in the first quarter thanks to strength in private consumption and tourism, despite continued weakness in goods exports.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Palestinians Struggle for Food and Water After Fleeing Rafah
Many of the 800,000 who left the city huddle in tents on a crowded beach, with little in the way of amenities or humanitarian aid. “It’s a constant battle for survival,” a refugee says.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Pro-cannabis advocates in Thailand rally ahead of the government's plan to recriminalize the plant
Dozens of pro-cannabis advocates in Thailand gathered at the health ministry on Thursday to oppose the government’s plan to relist it as narcotics, two years after it was decriminalizedABC News - World -
‘Bullet wounds are common’: crime rife in DRC’s rebel-besieged city of Goma
Robberies, shootings, extortion and rapes have surged since the Rwandan-backed M23 militia cut off the eastern Congolese capital. In broad daylight on 16 April, three armed and uniformed men held up a city centre mobile phone shop.. Threatening ...The Guardian - World -
Gazans Flee Jabaliya as Israel’s Military Launches New Offensive
At least 64,000 people were displaced from Jabaliya and a neighboring town in the past week, according to the main U.N. agency aiding Palestinians.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Candidates begin registering in complicated process to select Thailand's new Senate
Thailand has officially begun the selection of new set of senators, a process that has become part of the ongoing war between progressive forces hoping for democratic political reforms and conservatives seeking to keep the status quoABC News - World -
Alarmed Democrats flee Biden’s ailing brand in battleground states
Vulnerable Senate Democrats are distancing themselves from President Biden’s ailing brand after polls show him trailing former President Trump in several battleground states. Democrats in tough races are breaking with Biden over border security, ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
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As Russia Advances, NATO Considers Sending Trainers Into Ukraine
The move could draw the United States and Europe more directly into the war. The Biden administration continues to say there will be no American troops on the ground.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Friday Briefing: NATO Considers Sending Trainers to Ukraine
Also, Michael Cohen kept his cool under cross-examination.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
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Liberty Sets Attendance Record at Caitlin Clark’s New York Debut
The New York Liberty beat the Indiana Fever in front of a record crowd at Barclays Center, with celebrities and basketball legends there to see the star rookie.The New York Times - Lifestyle - New York -
Liverpool to become 'Taylor Town' for Eras shows
The city will "go all-out with a welcome for Taylor Swift and the Swifties", a councillor says.BBC News - Top stories -
Billy Idol: ‘I stole the master tapes for Rebel Yell – and gave them to my heroin dealer’
The Generation X punk turned arena rocker answers your questions on near-misses in Hollywood, his overlooked electronic period and how Marc Bolan helped launch his career. Is it true that you stole the master tapes to the Rebel Yell album during a ...The Guardian - World -
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South Sudan government and rebel groups sign 'commitment' for peace in ongoing peace talks in Kenya
The government of South Sudan and rebel opposition groups have signed a “commitment declaration” for peace during high-level mediation talks in Kenya, described as key step in efforts to end the conflict in South Sudan that has long crippled its ...ABC News - World -
Rights group urges Thailand to stop forcing dissidents to return to countries they fled for safety
Human Rights Watch is urging the Thai government to stop forcing political dissidents who fled to Thailand for safety to return to homelands where they may face torture, persecution or deathABC News - World -
Yemen's Houthi rebels claim shooting down another US MQ-9 Predator drone
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed the shooting-down of an American drone, hours after footage circulated online of what appeared to be the wreckage of an MQ-9 Reaper droneABC News - Top stories -
Yemen's Houthi rebels launch a missile that strikes an oil tanker in the Red Sea, US military says
Ballistic missile damaged a Panama-flagged, Greek-owned vessel.ABC News - Top stories -
How fast is UK inflation falling?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Fantasy Baseball Weekend Preview: Substantial streaming should send you to success
Fantasy baseball analyst Fred Zinkie delivers his full-scale blueprint to finishing Week 7 on a high note.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Fantasy Football -
Israel Sending More Troops to Rafah Amid Warnings of Famine in Gaza
Fighting in Rafah has closed off a vital border crossing in southern Gaza, forced hundreds of thousands to flee and cut off humanitarian aid.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Violence in New Caledonia subsides slightly as France sends reinforcements for security
The number of violent incidents reported in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia has fallen slightly after France imposed a state of emergencyABC News - World -
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U.S.-built pier is operational, sending humanitarian aid to Gaza
A U.S.-built pier is operational for delivering aid to civilians in Gaza. No American troops went ashore in Gaza as the first trucks carrying humanitarian aid began moving in via the temporary pier.CBS News - Top stories -
Chelsea hand Hayes the perfect send-off with rout to seal WSL title
Chelsea needed to beat Manchester United to win the WSL title and they did so, 6-0, to send legendary boss Emma Hayes off in style.ESPN - Sports -
Rough return to 'normal' sends Scheffler down the leaderboard at PGA Championship
Scottie Scheffler arrived at the golf course in plenty of timeABC News - Sports -
Bezos's Blue Origin sends first crew to edge of space since 2022
Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’s rocket company, sent its first crew into space in nearly two years, after a failed, uncrewed test flight in 2022 temporarily grounded passenger flights. The New Shepard rocket successfully completed its 25th mission into ...The Hill - Politics -
For Japanese Hot Springs, Visit 3 Charming Onsen Towns in Kaga City
A new high-speed train stop unlocks Kaga, a destination for onsen, nourishing food and traditional crafts, as an easy-to-reach getaway from Japan’s capital.The New York Times - Top stories -
Why is this small town mayor accused of being a Chinese spy?
The Philippines investigates a mayor as it faces increasing sea tensions with China.BBC News - Top stories -
Boy, 5, dies in fall from block of flats
A neighbour says the boy's parents are "inconsolable" after his death in east London.BBC News - Top stories -
Schumer's AI roadmap falls flat with advocates
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story How advocates reacted to Schumer's AI 'roadmap' Civil rights, technology and labor advocates are warning that the bipartisan artificial intelligence (AI) ...The Hill - Politics - Artificial Intelligence -
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Energy bills predicted to fall by 7% in July
If the forecast proves correct, it would mean a typical annual bill could be £500 lower than last summer.BBC News - Top stories - Energy -
Clark scores 22 points, but Fever fall to Liberty
Caitlin Clark tallied 22 points, 8 assists and 6 rebounds, but the Indiana Fever fell to the New York Liberty on Saturday 91-80, dropping to 0-3 on the season.ESPN - Sports