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Why European elections matter and how they work
Some 400 million voters can take part in the 6-9 June vote across the EU's 27 countries.BBC News - Top stories -
Melania Trump Reappears, in Black
At the Log Cabin Republicans’ fund-raiser, the former first lady stepped into the campaign spotlight, just as her husband’s hush-money trial begins.The New York Times - Lifestyle - Donald Trump -
Beyoncé Showed Her Hair Being Washed. Here’s Why It Matters.
In a video on Instagram, the singer provided fans a rare glimpse of her routine.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Congressional Black Caucus chairman on Biden's efforts to appeal to Black voters
With economic development at the forefront, the Biden campaign is tapping Vice President Kamala Harris to win over Black voters.CBS News - Politics -
Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.The New York Times - Top stories -
Black Entrepreneurs, Frustrated by High Rates, Look to the Election
In the battleground state of Georgia, some Black entrepreneurs are frustrated over the impact of higher interest rates, a source of economic anxiety.The New York Times - Business -
Black lawmakers reintroduce bill to ban hair discrimination
A bicameral host of Black lawmakers on Wednesday reintroduced legislation offering protections against hair discrimination. Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.) and Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) gathered outside the Capitol with fellow lawmakers, as ...The Hill - Politics -
How Ukraine broke Russia’s grip in the Black Sea
Attacks on Moscow’s warships have helped to establish an export corridor that could boost Kyiv’s war effortFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
Makeup brand criticized for creating deep black foundation shade reminiscent of black face paint
A makeup company with products available at Ulta Beauty released a deep black foundation shade after beauty gurus said its initial shade range wasn’t inclusive.NBC News - Top stories -
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Black girls in Florida do not feel safe in schools: Study
A new study has found that Black girls in Florida often feel unsafe in their schools due to policing policies and cultures of criminalization in the Sunshine State. The report, published by the National Women's Law Center (NWLC) and Southern ...The Hill - Politics - Florida -
Court blocks Louisiana's congressional map with a second majority-Black district
A federal court blocked Louisiana from using a congressional map signed into law this year that had been redrawn to include a second majority-Black district.NBC News - Top stories -
Bulgarian Distrust of Russia Simmers Over a Black Sea Oil Terminal
Russia has been losing its grip on the Rosenets Oil Terminal, near the port city of Burgas, as Bulgarian authorities seek to assert greater control over the Russian-run facility.The New York Times - Business - Russia -
Bulgarian Distrust of Russia Simmers Over a Black Sea Oil Terminal
Russia has been losing its grip on the Rosenets Oil Terminal, near the port city of Burgas, as Bulgarian authorities seek to assert greater control over the Russian-run facility.The New York Times - Top stories - Russia -
Court blocks Louisiana's congressional map with a second majority-Black district
A federal court blocked Louisiana from using a congressional map signed into law this year that had been redrawn to include a second majority-Black district.NBC News - Politics -
Judges reject Louisiana congressional map with second majority-Black House district
A panel of federal judges rejected a newly drawn congressional map Tuesday that would have created a second majority-Black district in Louisiana. The move tees up a potential redistricting battle in the nation's high court. In a 2-1 ruling, the ...The Hill - Politics -
Your Little Black Dress Is…Fine. Here's How to Make It Brilliant.
A simple sheath is OK, but there’s a fine line between classic and boring. These new-silhouette black dresses ensure you won’t look like everyone else.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Uber faces £250mn lawsuit from London’s black-cab drivers
Legal action set to revive long-simmering battle between US ride-hailing giant and UK capital’s taxi tradeFinancial Times - Business -
Uber faces £250m London black cab drivers case
The case against the US-based ride-hailing giant is being brought on behalf of over 10,800 drivers.BBC News - Top stories -
The Biden administration is seeking to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, people familiar with the matter said, a historic move that could make it much easier to buy and sell pot and make the multibillion-dollar industry more profitable.
The Biden administration is seeking to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, people familiar with the matter said, a historic move that could make it much easier to buy and sell pot and make the multibillion-dollar industry more profitable.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Exxon was set to close its $60 billion deal for Pioneer following an agreement with antitrust enforcers not to add former Pioneer CEO Scott Sheffield to its board, people familiar with the matter said.
Exxon was set to close its $60 billion deal for Pioneer following an agreement with antitrust enforcers not to add former Pioneer CEO Scott Sheffield to its board, people familiar with the matter said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Edward Dwight, Once Picked to Be the First Black Astronaut in Space, Aims for Space at Last
Six decades ago, Mr. Dwight’s shot at becoming the first Black astronaut in space was thwarted by racism and politics. Now, at 90, he’s finally going up.The New York Times - World -
Brewers promote former first-round pick Tyler Black for MLB debut after heating up in Triple-A
Owen Miller was demoted to open up a roster spotCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
NAACP calls for federal investigation after Black man dies telling police ‘I can’t breathe’
The NAACP has called for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to investigate the death of a 53-year-old Black man who died after repeatedly telling police officers he couldn’t breathe as they arrested him. Frank Tyson died after Ohio police ...The Hill - Politics -
Tyler Black's dad does play-by-play during his second career MLB hit: 'There’s a base hit for my boy'
Black finished 2-for-4 with a run scored in the Brewers' 8-2 victory over the Rays.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
More than 10,000 London black-cab drivers launch £250m Uber lawsuit
Individuals could win £25,000 or more if they are successful in claim Uber broke taxi booking rules. More than 10,500 of London’s black-cab drivers have launched a £250m legal case against Uber, accusing it of breaking the capital’s taxi booking ...The Guardian - World -
'I lived in hospital for 50 years but wasn’t ill'
Charles Esler spent more than 50 years living behind locked doors in hospital despite not being acutely unwell.BBC News - Top stories -
White House holds press briefing: Watch live
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre is slated to hold the daily press briefing Wednesday afternoon under the shadow of college protests across the nation over the ongoing war in Gaza. It comes as President Biden has continually come ...The Hill - Politics -
Liverpool 4-3 Chelsea: Women’s Super League – live
Updates from the 7pm BST kick-off at Prenton ParkGet in touch! Send your thoughts in an email to Michael7 min: Liverpool are playing with a back five tonight, but with the ball often one of the centre backs slips into midfield. That is often Gemma ...The Guardian - World - Premier League -
Watch Live: Federal Reserve News Conference
Watch as Fed Chair Jerome Powell speaks after the Federal Reserve’s latest policy-setting meetingThe Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Co-op Live chaos continues as Olivia Rodrigo gigs cancelled
The star is "bummed" to be the latest act to fall foul of problems at Manchester's troubled new arena.BBC News - Top stories -
Bayern Munich 2-2 Real Madrid: Vinicius scores twice, Kane once in razor-thin first leg
It's games and clubs like these that make the Champions League, the Champions League.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Federal Officials Find No Live Bird Flu Virus in Initial Milk Tests
The early results suggest that pasteurization is killing the H5N1 virus in milk, something that regulators were not certain of.The New York Times - Business -
1 in 3 Americans Live in Areas With Dangerous Air Pollution
Climate change is increasing the number of days people are exposed to hazardous pollution, affecting already disadvantaged communities the most.Wired - Tech -
Trump rails against hush money gag order while witnesses pile on Michael Cohen
Another day of testimony has wrapped in former President Trump's hush money trial on Tuesday. The day saw a host of witnesses take the stand, including an ex-banker for Michael Cohen, a C-SPAN archives director and a lawyer for two women central ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Federal Officials Find No Live Bird Flu Virus in Initial Milk Tests
The early results suggest that pasteurization is killing the H5N1 virus in milk, something that regulators were not certain of.The New York Times - Health -
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Why John Magaro of ‘Past Lives’ Could Never Love a Picky Eater
For the actor, compatibility comes down to food. You need to be able to share.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Columbia protesters taken into custody after police enter campus
The NYPD took dozens of protesters at Columbia University into custody Tuesday night. This comes after demonstrators forced their way into a university building and locked themselves inside.CBS News - Top stories -
Transfer Talk: Bayern, Real Madrid in battle for Thiaw
Champions League semifinalists Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are both interested in AC Milan centre-back Malick Thiaw. Transfer Talk has the latest.ESPN - Sports