Georgia’s parliament approves law on ‘foreign agents’ in first reading
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Why Georgia just branded me a ‘foreign agent’
If you want a glimpse of what might be in store for Ukraine if Putin prevails there, look at the protests and civil strife in Georgia.The Hill - Politics -
Georgia’s President Vetoes Foreign Influence Law
The law has triggered protests and threatens to derail the nation’s pro-European aspirations in favor of closer ties with Russia.The New York Times - World -
Georgia's parliament speaker vows to override presidential veto on divisive law
Georgia’s parliament speaker on Monday vowed to override a presidential veto on divisive legislation that sparked weeks of mass protests by critics who see it as a threat to democratic freedoms and the country’s aspirations to join the European UnionABC News - Top stories -
Georgian president vetoes ‘foreign influence’ law
Salome Zourabichvili says bill contradicts constitution but ruling party is expected to override her action in coming days. Georgia’s president has vetoed a “foreign agents” bill that has split the country and appealed to the government not to ...The Guardian - World -
German parliament approves plans to relax strict restrictions on family names
The German parliament has approved plans to relax strict restrictions on family names — clearing the way, among other things, for couples to take double-barreled surnames and pass them on to their childrenABC News - World - Germany -
Georgia's president vetoes media law that has provoked weeks of protests
Georgia’s president has vetoed the so-called “Russian law” targeting media that has sparked weeks of mass protestsABC News - World -
Georgia's president vetoes the so-called 'Russian law' targeting the media that has sparked weeks of mass protests
Georgia's president vetoes the so-called 'Russian law' targeting the media that has sparked weeks of mass protestsABC News - World - Russia -
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Abu Dhabi, once an untapped desert city, sees its first brewery open as UAE relaxes its alcohol laws
In 2018, Chad McGehee opened Side Hustle Brews and Spirits, an Abu Dhabi-branded brewery and distillery with funky camels on its cans and playful names familiar to anyone living in the United Arab EmiratesABC News - World -
Kosovo prepares a new draft law on renting prison cells to Denmark after the first proposal failed
An official in Kosovo says the Cabinet has renewed efforts with a new draft law on renting a prison in the south of the country to Denmark to help it cope with its overpopulated prison systemABC News - World -
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Georgia and Russia's 'Hybrid War'
Vladimir Putin’s friends in Tbilisi are following the Kremlin’s playbook to shut down independent voices in civil society.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
11 injured in shooting in Savannah, Georgia
Police in Savannah, Georgia, are investigating a shooting that injured 11 people in the city's downtown area late on Saturday night.CBS News - Top stories -
Bill Gates: 'You need to read' this new book about AI and education
Bill Gates' latest book recommendation focuses on the future of artificial intelligence and AI. Here's why the Microsoft co-founder wants you to read it.CNBC - Business -
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Tesla’s Controversial Factory Expansion Is Approved
After anti-Tesla activists clashed with police in Germany last week, local councillors today backed Elon Musk’s plan to make Tesla’s only European Gigafactory even bigger.Wired - Tech -
Bruins roster reset: Salary cap space, free agents entering offseason
The NHL offseason has arrived for the Bruins. Here's a look at their salary cap space, draft picks and free agents ahead of what could be an eventful summer.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Top 25 MLB free agents: Plenty of Yankee doodle dandies
We don't need to explain the frenzy Juan Soto will spark, but here's a look at what 24 other players — including many other Yankees — can do to improve their stock.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Jason Voorhees And Agent Smith Join MultiVersus In Villain-Themed Season 1
Earlier this month, Warner Bros. and Player First Games announced they would be adding iconic Batman villain The Joker to the MultiVersus roster when it relaunches on May 28. Today, two more villainous additions--Friday The 13th's Jason Voorhees ...GameSpot - Tech -
Even European Parliament Elections Have Consequences
The body has become emblematic of the EU’s dysfunction, but this year’s vote may actually matter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Leading Republican Lawmaker Chastises Biden in Israel's Parliament
Elise Stefanik, a potential vice-presidential candidate, called for unconditional U.S. support for Israel in its war in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Senior Republican criticizes Biden in speech to Israeli parliament
Stefanik is seen as a candidate to be Donald Trump’s running mate.ABC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Biden to visit Georgia in bid to court Black voters
President Biden is hitting the campaign trail in Georgia this weekend and focusing his energy on outreach to Black voters. The president will speak with voters Sunday before delivering a commencement address at Morehouse College. CBS News ...CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Biden Flipped Georgia in 2020. This Year Could Be Different.
His narrow win there in 2020 was seen as a sign of Georgia’s emergence as a battleground state. But in 2024, President Biden faces a changed landscape there.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Biden travels to Georgia ahead of Morehouse commencement address
President Biden on Saturday made his second trip of the year to Georgia as he attempts to shore up support in the battleground state. On Sunday, he will deliver the commencement address at Morehouse College. Former President Donald Trump ...CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
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Serbia Approves Plans For a Hotel With Jared Kushner in Belgrade
The redevelopment plans for a bombed NATO site in Belgrade in partnership with the government provoked immediate criticism in Serbia.The New York Times - Top stories -
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House approves measure condemning 'calls to defund the police'
The House approved a resolution Friday that condemns “calls to defund the police,” taking aim at the rallying cry embraced by some progressives amid the Black Lives Matter movement. The chamber approved the four-page measure in a 337-61 vote, with ...The Hill - Politics -
Will the ICC approve arrest warrants for Israel and Hamas leaders?
The international criminal court’s chief prosecutor has applied for warrants; what will happen now?. ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Israeli PM and Hamas officialsThe international criminal court’s chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, has ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Uber and Lyft Driver Pay Deal Approved in Minnesota
The state legislature ends the rideshare companies' high-stakes game of chicken and signs off on a package that will raise driver pay and keep the companies from leaving Minneapolis.Inc. - Business -
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Iranian President, Foreign Minister Killed in Helicopter Crash
Ebrahim Raisi’s death deprives Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei of a longtime ally as Tehran angles for regional dominance.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Who Was Iran’s Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian?
A hard-liner and career diplomat long focused on Iran’s relationships in the Middle East, he died in a helicopter crash that also killed Iran’s president.The New York Times - World -
Sam Taylor: ‘Translating is like X-raying a book. You get a deep tissue read’
The US-based writer and translator on his new novel set in 1930s Vienna, his deep connection with the authors he has worked with and why he always returns to Donna Tartt’s The Secret History. Sam Taylor, 53, was living in rural France with four ...The Guardian - World -