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Ohtani bobblehead day in L.A. stirs stadium traffic
The first Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway of the season caused cars to snake the roadways around Chavez Ravine and stadium parking lots to fill up two hours before the Dodgers hosted Cincinnati on Thursday.ESPN - Sports -
A Would-be Assassin Stirs Europe’s Violent Ghosts
Political violence and polarization stalk Europe today, with ominous echoes of the past.The New York Times - Top stories -
Vietnam nominates its public security minister as new president
Vietnam has nominated its Public Security Minister To Lam as its new president, after his predecessor resigned in the ongoing anti-corruption campaign that has shaken up the country’s political establishmentABC News - World -
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 -
In South Texas, Henry Cuellar’s Case Stirs an Old Feeling: Distrust
The Laredo congressman faces bribery charges, and some voters and party leaders worry that his legal troubles could dampen Democratic turnout.The New York Times - Top stories -
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Germany's parliament lifts immunity for prosecution of a far-right lawmaker
German lawmakers have lifted the immunity from prosecution of one of the far-right Alternative for Germany party’s top candidates in the upcoming European Parliament election as he faces an investigationABC News - World -
Taiwan lawmakers exchange blows in bitter dispute over parliament reforms
Lawmakers in Taiwan shoved, tackled and hit each other in a bitter dispute about parliamentary reforms, days before President-elect Lai Ching-te takes office/NBC News - Top stories - Taiwan -
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 -
Member of Taiwan’s parliament steals bill to prevent its passage
Members of the Taiwanese legislature clashed in a chaotic brawl this week, resulting in members being tackled and hit, after a member attempted to steal a bill to prevent it from being passed. Lawmakers were seen leaping over tables and pulling ...The Hill - Politics -
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Stefanik to Denounce Biden, and Praise Trump, in Speech to Israel’s Parliament
The New York congresswoman will become the highest-ranking House Republican to speak before Israel’s Parliament since the Oct. 7 attacks, in a move meant to capitalize on Democratic divisions.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
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 -
Dodgers' first Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway creates 'a stir' and snarls stadium traffic
The first Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway of the season is snarling traffic outside Dodger Stadium and creating long lines of eager fansABC News - Sports - MLB -
The Chaos That Led to Scottie Scheffler's Arrest
Scottie Scheffler was the only golfer who wound up in a jail cell before the second round of the PGA Championship, but players described a scene of pandemonium outside Valhalla Golf Club on Friday morning.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Meta Faces Fresh Probe Over ‘Addictive’ Effect on Kids
The EU has launched an investigation into Facebook and Instagram’s child protection measures as part of mounting concerns around minors’ use of social media.Wired - Tech -
Why the post-Fed stock-market rally is raising fresh inflation questions
The issue is whether Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s post-meeting remarks on May 1 — in which he said the central bank’s next move is “unlikely” to be a rate hike — are now easing financial conditions by so much that this ends up stalling progress on ...MarketWatch - Business -
Cindy Chao Credits Her Success to Perseverance
The jewelry brand is turning 20, boosted by expanding its focus increasingly toward Asian clients.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
‘Our prenup stirred up resentment’: My husband, 62, lives in my home. I pay for his credit card, car loan, vacations and groceries. Now he wants to pool our assets.
“He has $1.2 million invested. I have close to $5 million in investments.”MarketWatch - Business -
Facebook and Instagram face fresh EU digital scrutiny over child safety measures
The European Union opened fresh investigations into Facebook and Instagram over suspicions that they’re failing to protect children online, in violation of the bloc’s strict digital regulations for social media platformsABC News - Tech - Facebook -
Kevin Spacey gets support from Liam Neeson and others after fresh assault allegations
Sharon Stone, Liam Neeson and Stephen Fry condemn media attention on Kevin Spacey, who has been exiled from Hollywood since sexual assault allegations in 2017.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Sam Kerr’s fight to clear her name of criminal charges hits fresh hurdle
Kerr’s court case on charges of racial harassment delayed until 2025Matildas striker facing charges after alleged abuse of police officerSam Kerr’s fight to clear her name has hit a serious hurdle after her court case on charges of racially ...The Guardian - World -
Fresh floods in Afghanistan kill at least 60 after heavy rain brings devastation
Thousands of homes and farming land damaged in Ghor province, a week after over 300 people killed in flash floods. At least 60 people have been killed in a fresh bout of heavy rain and flooding in central Afghanistan, according to an official.. ...The Guardian - World -
New Miss USA crowned after former titleholders resign amid controversy
After both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA gave up their titles earlier his month, the Miss USA Organization has crowned a successor.CBS News - Top stories -
Savannah Gankiewicz is sworn in as the new Miss USA amid resignation controversy
Savannah Gankiewicz steps into the role of Miss USA after Noelia Voigt resigned last week, citing bullying within the organization. Miss Teen USA also resigned.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment