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Biden pressures Netanyahu on Rafah, urges hostage deal in call
President Biden pressured the Israeli government against a full invasion of Rafah during a phone call with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday, the White House announced. Biden “reiterated his clear position” on Rafah during the call, the ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Congress sends Biden bill requiring TikTok's parent company to sell the platform or face a US ban
Congress sends Biden bill requiring TikTok's parent company to sell the platform or face a US banABC News - Tech - Joe Biden -
Ashley Biden detailed 'pain' from diary theft, urged prison for thief in letter to judge
Ashley Biden, the daughter of President Joe Biden, asked a judge to sentence the woman who stole her diary to prison, an unsealed letter shows.CNBC - Business - Joe Biden -
Congress Leads on Iran Sanctions
The foreign-aid package includes a series of new sanctions, countering Biden’s accommodation.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Congress could finally take a stand on crypto
A U.S. stablecoin bill could come into focus in May that aims to create a new regulatory framework for digital assetsMarketWatch - Business -
Former Kansas attorney general announces bid for Congress
Former Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt (R) announced Friday that he will run for Congress in a bid to replace outgoing Rep. Jake LaTurner (R-Kan.). Schmidt announced his campaign just a week after LaTurner said he will retire from Congress. ...The Hill - Politics -
Congress passed a TikTok bill. Will the US really ban the app?
A bill passed by Congress and signed by Biden requires owner ByteDance to sell or face a US ban – it’s its biggest threat yet. Senate passes bill banning TikTok if parent company does not sell itThe House of Representatives passed a bill that ...The Guardian - World - Tiktok -
Fauci to testify before Congress for the first time since stepping down
Anthony Fauci, former chief medical adviser to President Biden, will testify before the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic on June 3, making it the first time he will appear before a congressional panel since leaving government ...The Hill - Politics -
Schumer Says Bill to Aid Ukraine and Israel Shows Congress Isn’t Broken
The majority leader says the measure to help Ukraine and other recent bipartisan efforts show there is a path to success on Capitol Hill. But deep partisan differences and institutional problems remain.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Ex-McKinsey Consultant Says Firm Misled Congress onHandling ofOpioid Documents
Former McKinsey partner Arnab Ghatak sued the consulting firm, accusing it of making false statements about document retention after improperly deleting records while under government investigation.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Americans largely split on support for Ukraine aid as Congress passes deal: Survey
Americans are split about whether the United States should continue to send more aid to Ukraine for its war with Russia, despite Congress recently passing a bill to do so, a new survey found. The survey, conducted by YouGov, found that 28 percent ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
As He Exits Congress, Blumenauer Wants His Party to Embrace Pot Legalization
The long-serving congressman from Portland, who has become the top marijuana advocate on Capitol Hill, believes the issue could boost President Biden’s support with young voters.The New York Times - Top stories -
Process raw materials in Africa, urges top environmentalist
Few economic and social benefits will come to Africans if processing is all done overseas, says Wanjira Mathai. Africa must take greater control in the industries it supplies with raw materials to lift its people from poverty and seize its own ...The Guardian - World -
Boeing Crash Families Urge U.S. to Prosecute the Company
Financial losses continue to increase as some survivors of two 737 crashes say the company should face criminal fraud charges.Inc. - Business -
Pelosi urges Gaza campus protesters to target Hamas
The Biden ally says outrage about the situation in Gaza is justified but protesters should condemn Hamas too.BBC News - Top stories -
Sadiq Khan urges Labour to pursue UK-EU youth mobility deal
London mayor tells FT that scheme would be ‘incredibly important’ for capital after Labour shunned proposalFinancial Times - Business -
Sadiq Khan urges Labour to pursue UK-EU youth mobility deal
London mayor tells FT that scheme would be ‘incredibly important’ for capital after Labour shunned proposalFinancial Times - World -
Allies of bruised Spanish PM Sánchez urge him to stay on
Opposition warns of power vacuum as premier decries ‘harassment’ culminating in graft investigation into wifeFinancial Times - World -
Allies of bruised Spanish PM Sánchez urge him to stay on
Opposition warns of power vacuum as premier decries ‘harassment’ culminating in graft investigation into wifeFinancial Times - Business -
MEPs urged to fight far right as they head home to campaign for European elections
European parliament term ends with warnings about dangers of disinformation and authoritarian forces. The starting gun has been fired on the next European parliamentary elections with more than 600 MEPs departing Strasbourg urged to use their ...The Guardian - World -
Boeing crash victims' families urge DOJ to criminally prosecute company
Families of victims in the 2019 Ethiopia crash met with prosecutors in Washington D.C. Wednesday.ABC News - Top stories -
RNC urges police to extend protestor restrictions around Milwaukee convention venue
The Republican National Committee (RNC) has reportedly sent a letter to the Secret Service asking them to keep protesters further away from the Milwaukee convention venue in July. The three-page letter, reported first by The New York Times, ...The Hill - Politics -
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Thousands rally in Madrid to urge Spanish leader Pedro Sánchez not to resign
Thousands of supporters and party members of Spain’s Socialist party have rallied outside the party’s national headquarters in MadridABC News - World -
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Hungary's Orbán urges European conservatives, and Trump, toward election victories at CPAC event
Hungary’s nationalist prime minister has called for right-wing forces to take power in upcoming European and U.S. elections, and expressed support for former President Donald Trump in his ongoing criminal trialABC News - World - Donald Trump -
Mother of Israeli-American hostage shown in Hamas video urges son to stay strong
The mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an Israeli-American man who was taken hostage by Hamas militants in their Oct. 7 assault on Israel, spoke to CBS News Thursday about a video released Wednesday by Hamas that appears to show her son in captivity. ...CBS News - Top stories - Israel -
Mother of Israeli-American hostage shown in Hamas video urges son to stay strong
The mother of Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an Israeli-American man who was taken hostage by Hamas militants in their Oct. 7 assault on Israel, spoke to CBS News Thursday about a video released Wednesday by Hamas that appears to show her son in captivity. ...CBS News - World - Israel -
2024 NFL Draft: Clemson's Dabo Swinney urged Ravens to pick DB Nate Wiggins with first-round selection
The former Clemson star had a huge advocate in his corner during Thursday's first roundCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
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Grindr chief urges caution over giving out personal data on gay dating app
George Arison says users should be careful after Tory MP who shared intimate images was caught in ‘honeytrap’Financial Times - Business -
A top Qatari official urges Israel and Hamas to do more to reach a cease-fire deal
A senior Qatari official has urged both Israel and Hamas to show “more commitment and more seriousness” in cease-fire negotiationsABC News - World - Israel -
A top Qatari official urges Israel and Hamas to do more to reach a cease-fire deal
The White House says U.S. President Joe Biden has again spoken with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin NetanyahuABC News - Top stories - Israel -
Key mediator Qatar urges Israel and Hamas to do more to reach a cease-fire deal
A senior Qatari official has urged Israel and Hamas to show “more commitment and more seriousness” in cease-fire negotiations in interviews with Israeli mediaNBC News - Top stories - Israel -
The Biden Guide to Dressing Younger
Though much has been made of the president’s age, his tailoring tells another story. There are lessons to be learned here.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Joe Biden -
The Biden Guide to Dressing Younger
Though much has been made of the president’s age, his tailoring tells another story. There are lessons to be learned here.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Joe Biden -
Biden gains on Trump in series of polls
President Biden is gaining on former President Trump in a series of polls, tying Trump in the race in a new Quinnipiac poll released Wednesday and lending a sense of momentum to his campaign. In the aggregate polling kept by The Hill and Decision ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
A historic 10 days for Joe Biden
This is the week it all came together, and President Biden showed why his experience and wisdom as a global leader keeps America strong.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden Delays Ban on Menthol Cigarettes
The proposal had been years in the making, in an effort to curb death rates of Black smokers targeted by Big Tobacco. In an election year, the president’s worries about support among Black voters may have influenced the postponement.The New York Times - Business - Joe Biden -
Biden Delays Ban on Menthol Cigarettes
The proposal had been years in the making, in an effort to curb death rates of Black smokers targeted by Big Tobacco. In an election year, the president’s worries about support among Black voters may have influenced the postponement.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden