Ukraine's parliament passes a controversial law to boost much needed conscripts as war drags on
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How much money the U.S. spends on war
American military spending reached $916 billion in 2023, which accounts for more than a third of the world's total military expenditure.CNBC - Business -
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Airlines Bill to Boost Safety and Guarantee Automatic Refunds for Delays and Cancellations Passed by Congress
The $105 billion measure renews Federal Aviation Administration rules that require carriers to automatically give passengers refunds if flights are delayed or canceled. President Biden is expected to sign it soon.Inc. - Business -
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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 -
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Dow passes 40,000 for first time
The Dow Jones Industrial Average eclipsed 40,000 points for the first time in its history Thursday as Wall Street cheered slowing inflation and potential for lower interest rates. The iconic stock index was up roughly 111 points shortly before 11 ...The Hill - Politics -
The Kind of Climate Models That Insurers Need
Economics can help with a joined-up understanding of climate risks as the insurance industry reinvents itself.The Wall Street Journal - World - Climate -
Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too long
The long-sought upgrade for the tennis tournaments in Madrid and Rome has been a bonanza for the organizers by expanding them from one to nearly two weeksABC News - Sports -
Slapstick Comedy Movie Hundreds Of Beavers Is As Much Video Game Let's Play As Bugs Bunny Cartoon
More and more video games are seeing adaptations into movies, but Hundreds of Beavers might be the most video game-like movie I've ever seen.That's not necessarily apparent from first blush, especially because Hundreds of Beavers' other influences ...GameSpot - Tech -
NFL responds to Chiefs kicker's controversial commencement speech
Harrison Butker encouraged women to be homemakers and railed against Pride Month in his speech at Benedictine College.CBS News - Top stories - NFL -
Rooney: 'Massive clearout' needed at Man Utd
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has said a "massive clearout" is needed at OldTrafford in the summer and added that he believes the team should be built around captain Bruno Fernandes.ESPN - Sports -
Everything you need to know about student loans
How do they work across the UK, what can I borrow and when do I have to start paying it back?BBC News - Top stories -
As Russia Advances, NATO Considers Sending Trainers Into Ukraine
The move could draw the United States and Europe more directly into the war. The Biden administration continues to say there will be no American troops on the ground.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Walmart Earnings Boosted by ‘Upper-Income’ Shoppers
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 -
Meta slapped with child safety probe under sweeping EU tech law
Facebook parent company Meta on Thursday was hit with a major investigation from the EU into risks of its platforms to minors.CNBC - Business - European Union -
DeSantis signs bill removing climate change considerations from Florida law
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) signed legislation Wednesday removing the requirement for the state to consider climate change in crafting energy policy and excises nearly all references to climate change in Florida law. The law, which passed the ...The Hill - Politics - Florida -
Columbia Faculty Group Passes No-Confidence Resolution Against President
Hundreds of professors at the university weighed in on the resolution, which said the president, Nemat Shafik, had committed an “unprecedented assault on student’s rights.”The New York Times - Top stories -
House passes TICKET Act in an effort to increase transparency in pricing
The House passed the Transparency in Charges for Key Events Ticketing Act on Wednesday in an effort to increase price transparency for consumers.NBC News - Top stories -
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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 -
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Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili says controversial foreign influence bill is 'unacceptable'
Georgian President Salome Zourabichvili says controversial foreign influence bill is 'unacceptable'ABC News - World -
What you need to know about qualifying for the 2024 Indianapolis 500
Kyle Larson is among 34 drivers entered for 33 starting spots.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
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 -
2024 NFL Schedule: Everything fantasy football managers need to know
Scott Pianowski breaks down the recent NFL schedule release from a fantasy football perspective.Yahoo Sports - Sports - Fantasy Football -
Bumble to Users: You Need Sex. Users to Bumble: Get Lost.
A new advertising campaign from the dating app set off a firestorm of criticism, prompting the company to apologize.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
With Ukraine Funded, New Fight Emerges in Congress Over Pentagon Spending
Mitch McConnell and other top Republicans want more federal money for the military. But Democrats say domestic programs must get an equivalent boost.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine