Inflation risks and Middle East tensions leave traders and investors ‘waiting for the next shoe to drop’
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Death of Iranian President adds to tensions in Middle East
Also in this newsletter: ICC seeks Israel and Hamas arrest warrants, Taiwan president’s tough task, US female executive numbers fallFinancial Times - World - Iran -
Middle East Crisis: Benny Gantz Threatens to Leave Israel’s Government
Gantz, a centrist member of Israel’s war cabinet, told the Israeli prime minister he had until June 8 to address how Gaza would be governed after the war, among other unanswered questions.The New York Times - World - Israel -
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Gates says campus protesters "don't know much of that history" in Middle East
"What has gone on, transpired between Israel and the Palestinians going back decades is very complex, very difficult," former Defense Secretary Robert Gates said on "Face the Nation."CBS News - Top stories -
The Middle East is roiling — the death of Iran’s president could push it over the edge
The death of the president of Iran, in and of itself, may not be monumental. But it marks a moment in international relations when all of us should pay renewed attention — or ignore it at our peril.The Hill - Politics -
Middle East Crisis: Biden Declares Israel’s Military Operation in Gaza ‘Is Not Genocide’
The president, speaking at a Jewish heritage event in the Rose Garden, criticized the decision of an international prosecutor to seek arrest warrants for top Israeli officials on war-crime charges.The New York Times - World - Joe Biden -
What's next for Knicks? How injury-shortened playoff run showed why New York is no longer waiting for a star
The Knicks weren't healthy enough to compete, but they have the talent to do so next yearCBS Sports - Sports - New York -
Middle East Crisis: Israel Says It Will Send More Troops to Rafah, Defying International Pressure
“This operation will continue,” the defense minister said after meeting with commanders in the area.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Middle East Crisis: Israel Recovers the Bodies of Three Hostages Taken on Oct. 7
The three were attending the Tribe of Nova trance music festival when they disappeared. Their bodies were found by the Israeli military during an overnight operation.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Middle East Crisis: Israeli Officials Challenge Netanyahu, Laying Bare Government Divisions
Two key members of the wartime government have demanded that Israel’s leader come up with a decisive strategy for Gaza, with one issuing an ultimatum.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Ebrahim Raisi: rescuers search for Iran president after helicopter crash – live updates
President was travelling in Iran’s East Azerbaijan province when helicopter came down in bad weather. Here is a video of the Israeli war cabinet minister, Benny Gantz, threatening to resign if Benjamin Netanyahu fails to adopt an agreed plan for ...The Guardian - World - Iran -
Helicopter crash could reverberate across the Middle East, where Iran's influence runs wide and deep
The apparent crash of a helicopter carrying Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister and other officials is likely to reverberate across the Middle EastABC News - World -
2024 NFL win totals picks, best bets for AFC East: Aaron Rodgers injury, Pats QB status leave many questions
NFL win totals in May? NFL win totals in May! Will Brinson breaks down 2024 NFL season win totals by divisionCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Possible Barcelona, Bayern Munich target Roberto De Zerbi to leave Brighton: What's next for coach, Seagulls
What could the future hold for the Italian manager?CBS Sports - Sports -
'The Swans of Harlem' Review: Trailblazers in Their Toe Shoes
In the 1960s, Arthur Mitchell’s Dance Theatre of Harlem offered a company where the talents of black ballerinas could shine.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Ivan Boesky, convicted trader, 1937-2024
Arbitrageur came to fame as a mergers expert but his scandal helped define Wall Street excessFinancial Times - Business -
The Morning Risk Report
U.S. blocks imports from 26 more Chinese companies over forced labor concerns, and the U.S. pitches deal to ease sanctions on Israeli businessman in a quest for metals. Also, Microsoft asks hundreds of China-based AI staff to consider relocating ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
Are the Risks of Marijuana Overhyped or Undersold?
‘The psychiatric hospitals I oversee are consistently occupied by patients suffering from complications due to cannabis.’The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Morning Risk Report
Binance gets two compliance monitors in settlements with U.S. authorities, and JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon led bank CEOs to fend off tougher capital rules. Also, the U.S. fears undersea cables are vulnerable to espionage from Chinese repair ships.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Investors Are Striking Gold All Over
Investors have rarely had it this good, with prices of everything from homes to stocks and cryptocurrencies soaring.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Silicon Valley's Biggest Investor Is Canadian
The geography of investing showed some surprises in the first quarter. But deals remain muted in a high-interest environment.Inc. - Business -
Thousands of children waiting too long for school support, BBC finds
Many councils in England are failing to meet legal deadlines to set out the extra help pupils need to access education.BBC News - Top stories -
Study Suggests Waiting Longer Before Withdrawing Life Support
A review of a limited number of cases of unresponsive patients with severe traumatic brain injuries raised questions about a custom of making a decision within 72 hours.The New York Times - Health -
Heart patients forced to wait over a year for treatment in England
Waiting lists are at a record high, almost double since 2020, with heart disease being the largest cause of premature death in deprived areas. Fifteen hospital trusts across England each have more than 200 patients waiting longer than a year for ...The Guardian - World -
Infected blood victims have waited too long - Shapps
Families have been let down over decades, says minister, ahead of a long-awaited inquiry report.BBC News - Top stories -
Oil prices fall as traders monitor developments in Iran after president's death
Ebrahim Raisi, president of OPEC's third-largest producer, died in a helicopter accident.CNBC - Business - Iran -
Ivan Boesky, stock trader convicted in insider trading scandal, dead at 87
Boesky, involved in one of the biggest insider trading scandals, dies at 87.ABC News - Top stories -
Oil Falls on Concerns of Higher-for-Longer U.S. Rates
Oil prices declined as some Fed officials remain cautious on the recent easing of inflation, prompting concerns that U.S. interest rates could stay high for longer.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Britain risks throttling a golden goose
By restricting student visas, the UK is endangering its world-class university sectorFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Agents of manipulation (the real AI risk)
Artificial agents will make our lives better. At the same time, these superpowers could easily be deployed as agents of manipulation.VentureBeat - Tech -
Under Armour to Slash Jobs, Warns of Revenue Drop
CEO Kevin Plank said the sportswear brand has tried to do “too much of too much” and will focus on selling fewer products on discounts.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Under Armour to Slash Jobs, Warns of Revenue Drop
CEO Kevin Plank said the sportswear brand has tried to do “too much of too much” and will focus on selling fewer products on discounts.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
The average price of EVs is dropping—here’s how much
Tesla contributed to the drop as it cut prices in the last year, but overall, lower EV prices have not yet generated appreciably higher sales volume.MarketWatch - Business -
Downtown Restaurant Spending Drops in Weekday Lunch Crunch
Data frompayment companySquare showrestaurants in business districtsare losing middaybusiness to inflation and hybrid work policies, but many customers nowspendmore on weekends and at happy hour.Inc. - Business -
The Nike Pegasus 41 shoe is coming in June, so the NFL Pegasus 40 has been marked down to $55
Ahead of the Nike Pegasus 41 launch, you can get last year's shoe in your favorite NFL team's colors for just $55.CBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Storm's Jewell Loyd shares inspiring story behind her newest Nike player edition shoes
Loyd's kicks were designed by her best friend's autistic, non-verbal sonCBS Sports - Sports -
How fast is UK inflation falling?
Market Questions is the FT’s guide to the week aheadFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Putin meets Xi as Russia-China ties flourish amid tension with U.S.
Xi Jinping welcomes Vladimir Putin to Beijing - talking peace in Ukraine amid a backdrop of war and growing tension with the U.S. and NATO.CBS News - Politics - China -
Microsoft Asks Some China Staff to Relocate Amid Sino-US Tensions
The group of mostly Chinese nationals work on cloud computing and machine learning, which are now flashpoints in the growing U.S.-China rivalry.Inc. - Business - China