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Australia strikes ‘rugby diplomacy’ deal with Papua New Guinea to counter China
Pacific nation cements security agreement with Canberra and will get $385mn investment for new sports teamFinancial Times - 55m -
Nasdaq’s board diversity rules struck down by US court
Decision says SEC should not have signed off on directive requiring listed companies to meet certain criteriaFinancial Times - 4h -
China Stages Largest Show of Force in Decades After U.S. Visit by Taiwan's Lai
Taiwanese authorities said they were seeing ‘major elements of a military drill’ over a vast expanse of air and sea.The Wall Street Journal - 1d -
Demand for UK rented properties falls for first time since pandemic
Surveyors also find estate agents are expecting the slowest growth in rental costs in almost four yearsFinancial Times - 5h -
Pentagon announces new AI office as it looks to deploy autonomous weapons
The Defense Department on Wednesday announced a new office focused on accelerating and adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technology for the military as it aims to deploy autonomous weapons in ...The Hill - 11h -
Taiwan demands that China end its military activity in nearby waters
Taiwan has demanded that China end its ongoing military activity in nearby waters, which it said is unilaterally undermining peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and disrupting international ...ABC News - 17h -
FirstFT: Qatar’s sovereign fund plans to deploy cash ‘aggressively’
Also in today’s newsletter, Microsoft poaches Google DeepMind staff, and court blocks The Onion’s purchase of InfowarsFinancial Times - 18h -
Taiwan Says China Has Deployed Largest Fleet of Ships in Decades
Taiwan is on high alert in response to China’s unannounced deployment of naval and Coast Guard ships, as tensions rise over U.S. support for the island.The New York Times - 1d -
Is it a military drill? China deploys ships and planes around Taiwan but remains mum
China’s secretive military appears to be up to something around Taiwan, but it’s unclear whether it’s a formal military drillABC News - 1d -
From the Military to a Watchmaker’s Bench
Since its first class in 2017, the Veterans Watchmaker Initiative has provided free training to almost 80 former servicemen and women.The New York Times - 1d -
Xi says China will remain world’s ‘growth engine’
Stocks rise after Beijing signals more measures to boost economyFinancial Times - 1d -
Biden moves on drilling in wildlife refuge but minimizes acreage
Click for the latest from The Hill {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden moves on drilling in wildlife refuge but minimizes acreage The Biden administration is ...The Hill - 2d -
41+ last-minute holiday gifts that ship fast
The best last-minute gifts from brands like Brooklinen, Theragun and Lego.NBC News - 2d -
Biden moves ahead with drilling in wildlife refuge but minimizes acreage
The Biden administration is moving ahead with the smallest possible oil and gas lease sale controversially mandated to take place in a wildlife refuge. The Bureau of Land Management is required to ...The Hill - 2d -
Taiwan says China has sent naval ships into nearby waters ahead of anticipated drills
China’s military appears to be preparing for widely anticipated drills in response to a recent visit by Taiwan's president to Hawaii and GuamABC News - 2d -
China starts military movements after Taiwan leader’s first foreign trip
Beijing’s aviation authorities have partially restricted swaths of airspace, indicating imminent military activityFinancial Times - 2d -
Giants lose as plane flies 'dumpster fire' banner
A plane with a banner imploring Giants ownership to get it together flew over MetLife Stadium on Sunday before New York lost its eighth straight game.ESPN - 3d -
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Planes wobble at Heathrow during Storm Darragh
Storm Darragh's high winds led to challenging conditions for pilots at Heathrow Airport on Saturday morning.BBC News - 4d -
Mum given 65 blood bags to save her life
Adele was losing so much blood she needed the equivalent of three people's worth.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Woman accused of hiding on plane appears in court
The Russian woman accused of sneaking onto a Delta flight from New York to Paris has been charged with knowingly and intentionally secreting herself aboard an airplane.ABC News - 6d -
Nasa delays astronaut flight around the Moon
The US is pushing back its planned return to the Moon as it fixes a heat shield issue.BBC News - 6d -
Fancy Pajamas Worth the Price of Shipping
Pajama sets from small European labels have for some become stylish souvenirs that signal their discerning taste.The New York Times - 6d -
China sanctions US defense firms over Taiwan arms sales
China on Thursday sanctioned 13 U.S. defense firms over arms sales to the self-governing island nation of Taiwan. The companies targeted by China are smaller defense tech firms that have worked on ...The Hill - 6d -
Beijing Has Picked Off Taiwan's Remaining Allies. Taiwan Is Fighting Back.
President Lai Ching-te talked to House Speaker Mike Johnson in Guam while en route to Palau, the last of Taiwan’s three Pacific-nation allies.The Wall Street Journal - 6d -
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Australia 3-1 Taiwan: international women’s football friendly – live reaction
The Matildas return to winning ways as three emerging talents score their first international goals in the 3-1 victory over Taiwan. Peeeeeep! Here we go. And the Matildas are on the attack ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Sinkholes around the world – in pictures
After a sizeable sinkhole appeared on a sleepy street in south Wales , here are some of the more incredible views of the phenomenon from Greenwich to Guatemala Continue reading...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Murdered teen's mum fears more lives will be lost
Holly Newton's mother reacts to new survey findings about coercive control in young relationships.BBC News - Dec. 4 -
Invisible Nation — a tour de force documentary about Taiwan
The island’s former president Tsai Ing-wen is the star of a thoughtful study of Taiwan’s past, present and uncertain futureFinancial Times - Dec. 4 -
To defend Taiwan tomorrow, we must prepare to sanction China today
Taiwan is reportedly considering a $15 billion military package to strengthen its military against China, while the U.S. and Taiwan have agreed to spend over $2 billion in American weapons ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Murder arrest after mum rammed off e-bike
Alana Armstrong died when an e-bike was struck by a 4x4 vehicle in Pleasley, Derbyshire.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Japan dispatches a plane and navy ship after spotting a Russian submarine
Japan has dispatched a surveillance plane and a navy ship after spotting a Russian submarine off the coast of a southwestern island near TaiwanABC News - Dec. 3 -
Mum admits neglecting son before alleged murder
Paula Roberts changes her plea in the trial over the death of her son Charlie.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Taiwan’s president visits Marshall Islands on Pacific tour of diplomatic allies
Taiwan President Lai Ching-te arrived in the Marshall Islands on his first overseas state visit since taking office in May.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
Hoka Coupon Code: Free Shipping in December 2024
Enjoy free expedited shipping with a Hoka discount code and save with the latest deals and coupons this December.Wired - Dec. 3 -
Hedge funds profit from ‘Trump trades’ around US election
Element Capital and Graham Capital among macro managers that did well out of recent market swingsFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Life term for boy who shot mum dead through door
A teenager gets a life term for murdering Lianne Gordon, who he shot in the head through her front door.BBC News - Dec. 2
