Solomon Islands: The Pacific election being closely watched by China and the West
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Bridge between Galveston and Pelican Island remains closed after barge crash
The bridge connecting Galveston, Texas, to Pelican Island remains closed after a barge crashed into a pillar supporting the span, causing it to partially collapseABC News - Top stories -
Putin, Xi meet in China to reaffirm close ties
China rolled out the red carpet for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday. It was the second meeting between the two autocratic leaders in seven months. Ian Bremmer, president of the ...CBS News - Top stories - China -
Asia-Pacific Innovative Lawyers
Generative AI and global tensions are shaping the legal agenda as lawyers respond to political and economic uncertainty, climate change and workloads. Plus: best practice case studies and a spotlight on JapanFinancial Times - World -
Putin’s China Visit Highlights Military Ties That Worry the West
The Russian leader visited an institute in Harbin known for defense research. President Xi Jinping saw him off with a rare and seemingly deliberate embrace for the cameras.The New York Times - World - China -
China’s spy threat is growing, but the West has struggled to keep up
For years, Western spy agencies have talked of a need to focus on China, but senior officials say the threat has not been taken seriously enough.BBC News - Top stories - China -
West Virginia candidate hospitalized after being bitten by snakes while removing campaign signs
A candidate for West Virginia secretary of state is hospitalized for copperhead snake bites sustained while he was removing election campaign signsABC News - Top stories -
West Virginia candidate hospitalized after being bitten by snakes while removing campaign signs
A candidate for West Virginia secretary of state said he has been hospitalized for copperhead snake bites sustained while removing election campaign signs.NBC News - Politics -
West Virginia candidate in hospital after snake bite as he removed election signs
Republican Doug Skaff said he expects to be in hospital for a few days after bites in left leg and right foot by highway in Danville. A candidate for West Virginia secretary of state said he has been hospitalized for copperhead snake bites ...The Guardian - World -
Former ‘Love Island’ stars charged with promoting trading scheme on Instagram
UK’s Financial Conduct Authority accuses ‘finfluencers’ in social media crackdownFinancial Times - Business -
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Canadian Pacific Kansas City Says Railroad Strike Unlikely in Next 60 Days
The timing of the labor-relations board decision could push back the timing of simultaneous walkouts by over 9,000 unionized workers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
French president's office says government to consider imposing state of emergency in Pacific territory of New Caledonia
French president's office says government to consider imposing state of emergency in Pacific territory of New CaledoniaABC News - World -
France is rushing reinforcements to its Indo-Pacific territory of New Caledonia after days of riots.
France is rushing reinforcements to its Indo-Pacific territory of New Caledonia after days of riots.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Why The Mirage is closing after 34 years
The Mirage Hotel and Casino is closing on the Las Vegas Strip after it was acquired by Hard Rock in 2022.ABC News - Top stories -
Walmart Stock Hits Record Close on Strong Quarter
The largest U.S. retailer had robust quarterly results and an upbeat outlook, giving insight into how consumers are weathering high interest rates.The New York Times - Business -
Trump pays close attention to Cohen cross-examination
Former President Donald Trump appears attentive in court as his defense team questions his former attorney Michael Cohen. Cohen already testified against Trump in the "hush money" criminal trial in New York. CBS News' Errol Barnett and Katrina ...CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Dow Closes Below 40000 After Hitting Milestone
The Dow Jones Industrial Average crossed 40000 for the first time before pulling back to finish the day with a loss of around 0.1%. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite also retreated.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Senator Menendez’s Wife Is Being Treated for Breast Cancer
Nadine Menendez is charged along with her husband, Senator Robert Menendez, in a complex bribery scheme. She will undergo a mastectomy.The New York Times - Top stories -
China Is Finally Getting Serious About a Housing Rescue
Beijing has announced a plan to clear the backlog of unsold homes, but questions remain over the scale and financing of the program.The Wall Street Journal - World - China