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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 -
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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 -
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 - Politics -
Putin meets Xi as Russia-China ties flourish amid tension with U.S.
Xi Jinping welcomes Vladimir Putin to Beijing - talking peace in Ukraine amid a backdrop of war and growing tension with the U.S. and NATO.CBS News - Politics - China -
Microsoft Asks Some China Staff to Relocate Amid Sino-US Tensions
The group of mostly Chinese nationals work on cloud computing and machine learning, which are now flashpoints in the growing U.S.-China rivalry.Inc. - Business - China -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Microsoft Asks Hundreds of China-Based AI Staff to Consider Relocating Amid U.S.-China Tensions
The request comes as the Biden administration toughens controls on China’s access to cutting-edge American technology.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
Taiwan's new president urges China to stop its 'intimidation' and 'choose dialogue over confrontation'
Taiwan's new President Lai Ching-te urged China to stop its hostile political and military threats against the island and work toward regional peace on Monday.CNBC - Business - China -
Microsoft Asks Hundreds of China-Based AI Staff to Consider Relocating Amid U.S.-China Tensions
The request comes as the Biden administration toughens controls on China’s access to cutting-edge American technology.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
The quiet Japanese island paradise on the frontline of growing Taiwan-China tensions
Yonaguni is a tourist hotspot – but its location just 100km from Taiwan means residents must wrestle with the creeping militarisation of their home. In the minds of many Japanese people, Yonaguni is a sleepy paradise of crystal-clear sea and ...The Guardian - World - China -
At Trump Trial, Tensions Rise in Courtroom After Cohen Completes Testimony
Michael D. Cohen admitted stealing from the Trump Organization. The judge excoriated a defense witness. And Donald J. Trump’s entourage included a former leader of the Hells Angels.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Rescued Rangers: Kreider lifts N.Y. to East final
Chris Kreider had a third-period hat trick to help New York erase a two-goal deficit and beat Carolina 5-3 in Game 6 on Thursday night.ESPN - Sports -
Sources: Porzingis likely out for start of East finals
Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis is expected to remain sidelined for Games 1 and 2 of the Eastern Conference finals next week, but there is optimism he will be able to return sometime in the series barring any setbacks, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Sports -
Man charged with murder of woman in east Belfast
A 43-year-old woman and a 22-year-old man also face charges related to Kathryn Parton's death.BBC News - Top stories -
Rangers' Wheeler (leg) eyes return in East finals
After rejoining practice over the past few weeks, Rangers forward Blake Wheeler has declared himself "an option and available" for the Eastern Conference finals against the Panthers.ESPN - Sports -
NBA playoffs: Stars, schemes and stats that will decide surprising conference finals
After two thrilling rounds, we've reached the final four teams still vying for the title: Celtics-Pacers begins Tuesday (8 p.m. ET on ESPN) while Wolves-Mavs tips on Wednesday.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Tensions boil over as Michael Cohen, Trump attorney spar during cross-exam
NEW YORK — Former President Trump’s attorney hammered Michael Cohen on Thursday as tensions in the courtroom boiled over on the second day of intense cross-examination of prosecutors’ star witness. For hours, Todd Blanche, Trump’s lead defense ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Kosovo shuts 6 Serb bank branches over use of the dinar currency in a move that could raise tensions
Kosovo police have closed six branches of a Serbia-licensed bank in line with the decision on the ban of the use of the Serbian dinar currency in the countryABC News - World -
Knicks or Pacers? Scouting Celtics' potential East Finals opponents
Who's a better matchup for the Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals? Chris Forsberg breaks down the Knicks and Pacers as Boston awaits its opponent.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
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How the high-octane Pacers could push Celtics in East Finals
Can Tyrese Haliburton and the offensive-minded Pacers give the Celtics a series? Chris Forsberg breaks down how Indiana could challenge Boston.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Cruise ship passengers isolating amid bug outbreak
P&O says it stepped up cleaning protocols following reports of "gastrointestinal symptoms" on board.BBC News - Top stories -
Mets' Diaz open to change in role amid struggles
Struggling star Edwin Díaz is open to a change in role -- even if it means losing his job as the closer -- in an effort to help the slumping Mets.ESPN - Sports - US Open -
Biden to deliver commencement at Morehouse amid protest fears
President Biden is set to give the commencement address at Morehouse college as protests over the war in Gaza and Biden’s support of Israel have enveloped college campuses around the country. NBC’s Aaron Gilchrist reports for Sunday TODAY.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Israel continues operation in Rafah amid growing pressure
Israel continued its attacks in Gaza, including in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite growing international pressure to limit the scope of the offensive. Imtiaz Tyab has more.CBS News - World - Israel -
Source: Jefferson not at Vikes' OTAs amid talks
Justin Jefferson, who has been in talks with the Minnesota Vikings regarding a contract extension, was not spotted at the team's training facility Monday for the start of OTAs.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Salah vows to fight on at Liverpool amid exit talk
Mohamed Salah has given his strongest indication yet about his future at Liverpool by saying he will "fight like hell" to win trophies for the club next season.ESPN - Sports -
Republican lawmakers blast ICC over Netanyahu warrant
Some progressives in Congress applauded the court’s announcement it was seeking an arrest warrant for the Israeli leader.Politico - Politics - Israel -
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The salary you need to be considered middle class in every U.S. state—it's close to $200,000 in 2 of them
In several states, a six-figure income qualifies as 'middle class,' per GoBankingRate's analysis. Here are the middle-class income ranges for every state.CNBC - Business -
Bet on the middle class and M&A with these stocks as Dow nears 40,000, says value manager
Ariel Investments’ vice chairman Charlie Bobrinskoy tells CNBC that as the Dow nears 40,000, there are bargains to be found in the value space.MarketWatch - Business -
Cowboys, Eagles not meeting in prime time for first time since 2006; why NFC East bout will finally air on CBS
Dallas and Philly will play on CBS for the first time since Oct. 31, 1993CBS Sports - Sports - NFL