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Myanmar's fatal quake deepens political turmoil with no path to peace, experts say
The deadly earthquake has jolted a nation devastated by a brutal civil war that displaced millions and decimated its economy.CNBC - 21h -
Forecast of a week of rain adds to woes faced by victims of Myanmar quake, as death toll tops 3,500
People in Myanmar’s earthquake-stricken areas were braced for thunderstorms late Sunday, after heavy rains and winds the previous night disrupted rescue and relief operations and added to the ...ABC News - 1d -
Spartz says Ukraine not positioned to keep land in peace talks
Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-Ind.) said in a new interview that Ukraine is not positioned to keep some of its land in peace talks with Russia. “I just don’t see how they [Ukraine] can be positioned to ...The Hill - 6h -
Trump says tariffs will accelerate reshoring, but experts say it's not that easy
President Donald Trump may hope his tariffs bring manufacturing and jobs to the U.S., but the reality is not so simple, according to experts.CNBC - 2d -
They Pushed for Cuomo to Resign. Now They’re Clearing His Comeback Path.
Many political, business and union leaders who castigated former Gov. Andrew Cuomo and pressed him to resign have done an about-face and support his run for mayor.The New York Times - 1d -
Why Earthquake Relief Is Slow to Reach Myanmar
Critics say the country’s often-incompetent military government has delayed and restricted the arrival and distribution of crucial aid.The New York Times - 9h -
Why LT Overton believes he now has a 'say' in Alabama football heading into 2025
LT Overton believes he now has a "say" in Alabama football's path in 2025. Here's why.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
U.S. teen fatally shot in Israeli-occupied West Bank
A 14-year-old American-Palestinian boy was gunned down in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. His father says "it was a field execution."CBS News - 2h -
What to do (and not do) with your money amid tariff turmoil
With Wall Street taking a massive hit and experts warning consumer prices will rise even higher amid a growing trade war, NBC’s Brian Cheung joins TODAY to share tips for what you can do with your ...NBC News - 3d -
Peace in Ukraine Will Not Mean a Return Home, Russian Émigrés Say
Hundreds of thousands fled Russia after the Ukraine invasion, fearing the draft and widening repression. Talks toward a possible truce have done little to allay their fears.The New York Times - 1d -
Peace in Ukraine Will Not Mean a Return Home, Russian Émigrés Say
Hundreds of thousands fled Russia after the Ukraine invasion, fearing the draft and widening repression. Talks toward a possible truce have done little to allay their fears.The New York Times - 1d -
Sec. Bessent says the market 'consistently underestimates' Trump amid turmoil
Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent on Meet the Press reacts to stock markets facing their worst week in five years, claiming market reactions are hard to predict.NBC News - 1d -
Trump officials vow to stay the course on tariffs despite market turmoil
Treasury secretary rejects recession fears and says tough ‘reciprocal’ levies will not be delayedFinancial Times - 1d -
New and soon-to-be retirees are ‘terrified’ of market turmoil over tariffs, Sen. Schiff says
Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) on Meet the Press says people have seen their “retirement savings on fire” following President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs.NBC News - 1d -
Madonna and Elton John make peace after decades-long strained relationship
Briton apologised for his ‘big mouth’ and asked for forgiveness, saying he had written a song for the female star. Madonna has said she has “buried the hatchet” with Sir Elton John and hinted she ...The Guardian - 3h -
Trump’s tariffs are ‘teeing up a nationwide recession’, says Chuck Schumer – US politics live
House democratic leaders also condemn tariffs as group backed by Trump allies mount legal challenge to stop tariffs. EU ministers are in Luxembourg to consider the European Union ’s response to ...The Guardian - 5h -
Myanmar fighting continues despite post-earthquake ceasefires
The UN received reports that Myanmar's military had conducted attacks, while the military accused rebels of the same.BBC News - 15h -
Rubio defends Trump tariffs, says Putin needs to show he ‘wants peace’
Speaking at NATO headquarters in Brussels, Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters President Trump’s tariffs will “reset” global trade. Rubio also said Russia needs to show it is serious ...NBC News - 3d -
A rebel group begins handing weapons over to the Colombian government as peace talks advance
Colombia's defense ministry says a rebel group called the Commoners of the South has begun handing its weapons over to the governmentABC News - 2d -
CNBC says it aired 'unconfirmed' report on Trump tariff plans amid market turmoil
CNBC on Monday acknowledged that it aired a banner containing unconfirmed information about President Trump's economic plans amid widespread market uncertainty stemming from the tariffs he ...The Hill - 7h -
Le Pen vows to fight ‘political’ ruling, as France’s main parties stage rival rallies
Far-right leader tells supporters she is victim of ‘witch-hunt’, while radical left says RN’s mask has slipped. • What is Marine Le Pen guilty of in National Rally embezzlement case? . The French ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump says he is 'not looking' to pause tariffs before this week's rollout, despite market uncertainty
President Donald Trump said he is not looking to pause his tariffs before they go into effect Wednesday, despite turmoil in the stock market and global economic fears.NBC News - 6h -
Trump says he is 'not looking' to pause tariffs before this week's rollout, despite market uncertainty
President Donald Trump said he is not looking to pause his tariffs before they go into effect Wednesday, despite turmoil in the stock market and global economic fears.NBC News - 6h -
AI and satellites help aid workers respond to Myanmar earthquake damage
Just after sunrise on Saturday, a satellite set its long-range camera on the city of Mandalay in Myanmar, not far from the epicenter of Friday’s 7.7 magnitude earthquake that devastated the ...ABC News - Mar. 31 -
Syria Likely Has Over 100 Chemical Weapons Sites, Inspectors Say
The number, far higher than any previous estimate, poses a test for the new government. Experts fear that sarin, chlorine and mustard gas stockpiles could be unsecured.The New York Times - 1d -
DOGE arrives at Peace Corps, is set to gain access to internal systems: Sources
Members of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency arrived at the Peace Corps headquarters on Friday to begin a review of their internal systems, sources said.ABC News - 3d -
Gold prices surpass $3,000: Here are the implications for investors
You might be tempted to sell your gold assets now— but that's not the right move for most, experts say. Here's why.CBS News - 11h -
Retirees 'stunned' as market turmoil over tariffs shrinks their 401(k)s
Americans nearing retirement and recent retirees said they were anxious and frustrated following a second day of market turmoil that hit their 401(k)s.NBC News - 3d -
Why Fed Chair Powell wears purple ties — 'It's not that we are bipartisan, we are non-political'
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has maintained that politics will not play a role in the FOMC’s policy decisions, even as pressure mounts.CNBC - 11h -
Bernie Sanders: law firms that cut deals with Trump administration ‘sell out their soul’
Firms that were targeted by president after representing his political rivals show ‘absolute cowardice’, says US senator. Law firms that cut deals with Donald Trump ’s administration after the ...The Guardian - 18h -
Why some EV researchers are skeptical of BYD's fast charging tech
Increasingly dominant Chinese EV maker BYD's new 5-minute EV charging technology might be a breakthrough. But experts say there's reason to temper enthusiasm.CNBC - 2d -
How 'White Lotus' fans can get the best Thailand travel deals: 'Price alerts are going to be more important than ever,' one expert says
After seasons set in Hawaii and Italy, the third season of the HBO show takes place in Southeast Asia.CNBC - 1d -
You have one month left to get your Real ID before the May 2025 deadline: It's 'crunch time,' expert says
Starting May 7, U.S. travelers won't be able to board a domestic flight without a Real ID. Expect "limited appointments and longer lines" as the deadline nears.CNBC - 6h -
NHL playoff watch: The Rangers' path to the postseason
Here's what has to happen for New York to get to the playoffs. Plus, full bracket projections and more.ESPN - 4h -
U.S. crude oil losses deepen as Trump tariffs fuel recession fears
U.S. oil prices dropped below $60 a barrel as the global market sell-off on recession fears fueled by President Donald Trump's tariffs escalated.CNBC - 8h -
National Weather Service no longer translating products for non-English speakers
The National Weather Service is no longer providing language translations of its products, a change that experts say could put non-English speakers at risk of missing potentially life-saving ...NBC News - 3h -
Trump’s Tariffs Will Wound Free Trade, but the Blow May Not Be Fatal
Free trade has been so beneficial to so many countries that the world may find a way to live without its biggest player.The New York Times - 1d -
Paige Bueckers' injury-to-championship path is a blueprint for Juju Watkins
Two years ago, Bueckers dealt with a similar injury to the one Watkins suffered in this year's NCAA Tournament.Yahoo Sports - 7h
