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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 -
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 -
Oil prices finish lower, giving up early gains seen after death of Iran’s president
Oil futures settled lower on Monday, giving up early gains that had been tied to potential risks to global crude supplies following the death of Iran’s president in a helicopter crash and concerns about the health of Saudi Arabia’s king.MarketWatch - Business -
Back From War, These I.D.F. Soldiers Demand New Leadership
Some reservists in the Israel Defense Forces who have returned home from war are joining the growing calls within Israel for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his right-wing coalition to step aside.The New York Times - World -
Trump Media Posts Steep Loss on Little Revenue
Trump Media & Technology Group posted a steep loss and less than $1 million in revenue in the company’s first report since going public.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
The Invisible Hand Strikes Back
Bradley Prize winner Samuel Gregg stands athwart the populist economic tide.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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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 -
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 -
CoreWeave, an AI cloud-computing startup backed by Nvidia, has raised $7.5 billion from investors.
CoreWeave, an AI cloud-computing startup backed by Nvidia, has raised $7.5 billion from investors.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets
Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpieceABC News - Sports - NBA -
Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets
Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpiece on Sunday night.NBC News - Top stories - NBA -
CoD: Warzone And MW3 Season 4 Brings Popular Character Back From The Dead
The Season 4 update for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 and Warzone arrives on May 29, and the new promo art released by Activision shows the return of a recently killed-off character.Season 4's character art includes the return of John "Soap" ...GameSpot - Tech -
Trump trial: Judge clears press from courtroom to scold defense witness for rolling eyes, talking back
A big question looming over the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump is whether the Republican will take the witness stand in New York.CNBC - Business - Donald Trump -
Imposter: The Man Who Came Back from the Dead review – the absolute zenith of true-crime TV
Fascinating and terrifying, this tale of a man who woke from a Covid coma in Glasgow accused of being a serial sex offender on the FBI’s most wanted list is the most bizarre, mind-boggling true-crime series yet. It has seemed lately as though the ...The Guardian - World -
ECB’s Schnabel lobbies against back-to-back rate cuts
European Central Bank board member Isabel Schnabel pushed back on the idea of back-to-back interest rate cuts, saying inflation risks are still tilted to the upside.MarketWatch - Business -
The Fed's Miracle Is Finally Back on the Table
Inflation is lower after months of hot readings, and investors love it.Inc. - Business -
Time to get Europe back to work
Policymakers should review tax and welfare policies that disincentivise labourFinancial Times - World -
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 -
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 -
'UnStuck' Review: Stuckey's, Back on the Road Again
For cheap gas, hot dogs, pecan rolls and Davy Crockett hats, Stuckey’s was a familiar waystation on midcentury car trips. Can it be revived?The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Typing Is for Girls' Came Back to Bite Me
I vividly remember thinking, as a science major, thank God I will never see a keyboard again!The Wall Street Journal - World -
'Back to Black' Review: Amy Winehouse's Songs and Struggles
Marisa Abela plays the Grammy-winning British singer in this vivid, pain-filled biopic directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Nuclear industry brings back ‘silver tsunami’ of retirees
Older workers in demand as western companies prepare for biggest wave of new projects in decadesFinancial Times - World -
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Aegon Backs Guidance, Launches Fresh Buyback
Aegon said it was on track to meet its guidance for a key earnings figure this year after a decline for the first quarter, and launched a new share buyback program of up to €200 million.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Engie Backs Outlook Despite Dip in Earnings
Engie reaffirmed expectations for the year after core earnings fell slightly in the first quarter, driven by declines from its networks and global energy management and sales businesses.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Bridgerton's back: The best yet or losing its bite?
Some critics say the Netflix show's as seductive as ever, but others feel its charms are wearing off.BBC News - Top stories -
Why a Tactic Used by Czars Is Back With a Vengeance
Authoritarian governments have long sought to target dissidents abroad. But the digital age may have given them stronger motives, and better tools, for transnational repression.The New York Times - World -
Engie Backs Outlook Despite Dip in Earnings
Engie reaffirmed expectations for the year after core earnings fell slightly in the first quarter, driven by declines from its networks and global energy management and sales businesses.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Last pandas in the U.S. are going back to China
The last pandas in the U.S. --four at Zoo Atlanta -- will soon be heading back to China this fall as a loan agreement expiresCBS News - Top stories - China -
Madueke backs Lavia to take Chelsea to next level
Noni Madueke believes Chelsea are starting to "take shape" under Mauricio Pochettino and has backed teammate Romeo Lavia to help take the team to the next level next season.ESPN - Sports -
Love Island to bring back social media ban
Friends and family will not be able to post on behalf of the islanders while they're in the villa.BBC News - Top stories -
Kate not back yet as early years report published
A return to work is ruled out for the Princess of Wales, as her early years foundation issues a report.BBC News - Top stories -
Trump Media and Technology Group posts more than $300 million net loss in first public quarter
Trump Media and Technology Group, the owner of social networking site Truth Social, lost more than $300 million last quarterABC News - Tech - Donald Trump -
U.S. oil prices settle at one-week high on post-CPI relief rally and drop in crude supplies
U.S. oil prices settled at their highest level in a week on Thursday, extending a relief rally sparked by data showing a slowdown in key U.S. inflation data.MarketWatch - Business