US reimposes oil sanctions on Venezuela as hopes for a fair presidential election fades
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Venezuela’s 2024 Presidential Election: What to Know
Venezuela’s election features an opposition candidate with a slim, if improbable, chance of defeating the country’s long-ruling authoritarian leader.The New York Times - World -
Why EU monitors should observe Venezuela’s presidential election
The democratic aspirations of the South American nation’s hard-pressed citizens deserve encouragementFinancial Times - World - European Union -
Trade policy is the new front in the US presidential election
Also in today’s newsletter, how Ray Dalio is thinking about the electionFinancial Times - World -
China sanctions Boeing, two other U.S. defense companies on day of Taiwan's presidential inauguration
China sanctions Boeing, two other U.S. defense companies on day of Taiwan's presidential inaugurationABC News - World - China -
Women are worried about their financial security. That may affect the 2024 presidential election
Women say they are worried about their finances, from a higher cost of living to reduced retirement income, and that could affect the November election.CNBC - Business -
Mexico's presidential candidates spar over security in last debate before elections
Mexico's three presidential candidates Claudia Sheinbaum, Xóchitl Gálvez and Jorge Álvarez Máynez traded barbs and appealed to voters in the last debate before the June 2 election.NBC News - Top stories -
Collusion claims in US oil must reckon with record production
It should be no surprise that Texans are themselves capitalists firstFinancial Times - World -
Latest Houthi strike in Red Sea hits oil tanker: US officials
The latest attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels in the Red Sea struck a Greek-owned and operated oil tanker with a ballistic missile early Saturday, according to U.S. officials. The Iranian-backed group hit the oil tanker Wind at around 1 a.m. local ...The Hill - Politics -
Opponents Will Use AI to Mess With Election, Officials Warn
Foreign foes will harness the technology to influence the vote, officials warn theSenate Intelligence Committee.Inc. - Business -
The UK's opposition Labour Party unveils its pledges to voters in hopes of winning the next election
Britain’s still-undeclared election campaign has stepped up a gearABC News - World -
Yemen's Houthi rebels launch a missile that strikes an oil tanker in the Red Sea, US military says
Ballistic missile damaged a Panama-flagged, Greek-owned vessel.ABC News - Top stories -
Half of venture firms will ‘fade or fail,’ prominent VC forecasts
As many as half the venture-capital firms will fade or fail, says a prominent player in that space.MarketWatch - Business -
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders
Move sparks anger from Netanyahu government and White HouseFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
There’s New Hope for an HIV Vaccine
A trial vaccine has succeeded in generating low levels of antibodies needed to target HIV. It’s a first but much-needed step toward preventing infection.Wired - Tech -
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Niger’s first oil exports
The west African country is on the verge of becoming a regional oil majorFinancial Times - World -
White House Considers Easing Sanctions on Israeli Billionaire
A deal to allow the Israeli billionaire Dan Gertler to cash out his mining positions in the Democratic Republic of Congo has enraged human rights activists and some government officials.The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
GB News could face Ofcom punishment after breach
The broadcast regulator's said the network had been found in breach of due impartiality rules.BBC News - Top stories -
Sanctions urged after player covers LGBTQ badge
France's sports minister has called for Monaco to be sanctioned after one of their players covered over an anti-gay message on the team's shirt during the team's final league game on Sunday.ESPN - Sports -
Jürgen Klopp made Liverpool elite again after years of faded grandeur | Jonathan Wilson
Anfield said goodbye and thank you to a coach who reinvigorated the club, his impact going way beyond silverware. There was a game of football at Anfield on Sunday, and Liverpool, despite missing countless chances, as they have done consistently ...The Guardian - World -
How micro1’s AI interviewer could make tech hiring more efficient and fair
Micro1 launches AI-powered technical interviewer to help companies efficiently screen software engineering candidates, generating custom questions, conducting interviews, and providing assessment reports.VentureBeat - Tech -
The hope and heartache of salmon fishing in the Highlands
Pursuit of the elusive salmon inevitably brings failure. It’s why anglers get so hookedFinancial Times - World -
Wildfires rage in Canada’s oil hub
Blazes put more than 2mn barrels a day of supply at risk amid geopolitical tensions in Middle East and RussiaFinancial Times - World -
My father ‘deliberately and hurtfully’ cut my late sister’s two kids out of his will. How can I ensure they get their fair share?
“How can I best do this in such a way that nobody is penalized from gift taxes and other costs?”MarketWatch - Business -
In Quest for Metals, U.S. Pitches Deal to Ease Sanctions on Israeli Businessman
Mining magnate Dan Gertler, whom the U.S. has accused of corruption, would sell his assets in the African country under a proposal that could make it easier for Western companies to access valuable minerals there.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
In Quest for Metals, U.S. Pitches Deal to Ease Sanctions on Israeli Businessman
Mining magnate Dan Gertler, whom the U.S. has accused of corruption, would sell his assets in the African country under a proposal that could make it easier for Western companies to access valuable minerals there.The Wall Street Journal - Business - Israel -
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Republicans renew call for sanctions on ICC following Netanyahu arrest warrant
Republican lawmakers on Monday renewed calls for the United States to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) after the international body issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister ...The Hill - Politics - Republican Party -
‘It became a beacon of hope’: the incredible story of Stax Records
A new docuseries traces the highs and lows of the Memphis record label, soaring with major acts like Otis Redding and Isaac Hayes but a victim of both capitalism and racism. During its breakout phase in the mid-1960s, Stax Records seemed to be ...The Guardian - World -
Gold Steady as Rate-Cut Hopes Wane
Gold was steady. After hitting new highs, gold “immediately withdrew back” as Fed speakers overnight warned that rate cuts are still some way down the road, DailyFX said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Oil Prices Rise But Stay Stuck in Narrow Range
Oil futures edged higher with the market awaiting OPEC’s next move, with three possible scenarios for the June 1 meeting—extend, unwind or completely remove the voluntary cuts of 2.2 million barrels a day.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Harris accepts CBS News' vice presidential debate invitation
President Biden and former President Donald Trump agreed Thursday to presidential debates on June 27 and Sept. 3.CBS News - Top stories -
How this year's Biden-Trump debates will be different than past presidential debates
Learn more about the upcoming 2024 presidential debates, including who will participate, when to watch and how the Trump and Biden camps agreed on the events' logistics.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Taking presidential debates out of commission's hands virtually guarantees fewer viewers
The two planned presidential debates between Joe Biden and Donald Trump that were swiftly organized this week are good news for CNN and ABC NewsABC News - Entertainment -
Venezuelan opposition presidential candidate Gonzalez seeks unity in first rally
The presidential candidate of Venezuela’s chief opposition coalition has sought to cultivate a mood of hope and possibility in a large rally that marked the start of a campaign he admittedly never imagined leadingABC News - World -
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Taiwan presidential inauguration live: ‘China’s threats to annex Taiwan will not simply disappear,’ says Lai Ching-te
Lai makes first speech as president in historic third term in power for the pro-sovereignty Democratic Progressive party (DPP). Who is Lai Ching-te?Taiwan’s new president to take officeSee all of our Taiwan coverageThe Guardian’s Helen Davidson ...The Guardian - World - Taiwan -
Georgia's parliament speaker vows to override presidential veto on divisive law
Georgia’s parliament speaker on Monday vowed to override a presidential veto on divisive legislation that sparked weeks of mass protests by critics who see it as a threat to democratic freedoms and the country’s aspirations to join the European UnionABC News - Top stories