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The Lex Newsletter: OpenAI and the case for techno-optimism
Trust in tech may have declined but demand for its services and shares is at an all-time highFinancial Times - World -
Ether jumps 20% on renewed optimism for an ETF, bitcoin also rallies
Cryptocurrencies rallied amid a late surge in optimism around SEC decisions on spot ether ETF applications, the first of which is due this week.CNBC - Business - Crypto -
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Boy's body found in river as second teen 'critical'
The 14-year-old's body was found in the River Tyne and the younger boy was rescued and taken to hospital.BBC News - Top stories -
Fetterman responds to Ocasio-Cortez's criticism: 'That's absurd'
Sen. John Fetterman (D-Penn.) responded Sunday to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's (D-N.Y.) criticism of his comments mocking the Jerry Springer-like chaos during a House hearing last week, where the progressive House member ripped Rep. Marjorie ...The Hill - Politics -
FM's critics should look at themselves - minister
Critics of Vaughan Gething should ask themselves if they are crossing a line, a minister has said.BBC News - Top stories -
Senior Republican criticizes Biden in speech to Israeli parliament
Stefanik is seen as a candidate to be Donald Trump’s running mate.ABC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Boy pulled from river remains critically ill
A teenager remains in a critical condition after a second boy died in the River Tyne in Ovingham.BBC News - Top stories -
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Why Putin is meeting with Xi Jinping in China
Russian President Vladimir Putin is in China meeting with President Xi Jinping to deepen the partnership between the two countries. Mary Ilyushina, a reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.CBS News - Top stories - China -
Putin, Xi meet in China to reaffirm close ties
China rolled out the red carpet for Russian President Vladimir Putin, who met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday. It was the second meeting between the two autocratic leaders in seven months. Ian Bremmer, president of the ...CBS News - Top stories - China -
Insults fly during House Oversight Committee meeting
A hearing that was supposed to center around a resolution about Attorney General Merrick Garland devolved into chaos and personal attacks starting with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene insulting Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s eyelashes.NBC News - Politics -
Meet the New Coach of the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team
Britain’s Emma Hayes has been heavily influenced by Alex Ferguson, arguably the most successful manager in the history of English soccer.The New York Times - Sports -
Meet the Marine Biologist Who Works for a Hotel Chain
Megan Morikawa of the Iberostar Group is applying science — and scale — to eliminate food waste, save coral and collaborate across the travel industry to cut carbon.The New York Times - Science -
Young pigeon fanciers: meet the new kids on the flock
Pigeons are friendly, acrobatic and affordable, and these days they are winning the hearts of more and more youthful pigeoneers. When Boris the fantail arrived in Callum Percy’s life in 2020, the 29-year-old trainee teacher was immediately ...The Guardian - World -
Fewer meetings, more memos: the future of asynchronous work
Ditching regular hours means companies must think of new ways for colleagues to collaborateFinancial Times - Business -
Former Trump Officials Meet With Netanyahu in Israel
Robert O’Brien, one of Donald Trump’s closest foreign policy advisers, said he was there as a “private citizen.”The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
RBA Elected Not to Fine Tune Rates at Policy Meeting
The Reserve Bank of Australia has warned that risks around the inflation outlook have risen, while uncertainty around the economy’s trajectory more broadly remains highly elevated.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Vance claps back at Romney over Trump-related criticism
Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) made it clear Thursday that he didn’t appreciate Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) criticizing his appearance at former President Trump’s trial as “embarrassing” and advised his colleague from Utah to focus more on his legislative ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
‘Bafflingly shallow’ or ‘staggeringly ambitious’? Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis splits critics
Coppola’s passion project screens at Cannes film festival to seven-minute standing ovation, but reviews have been polarising. After 40 years in the making, Francis Ford Coppola’s passion project Megalopolis has finally premiered at Cannes film ...The Guardian - World -
Green Transition Set to Face Critical Minerals Shortfall, IEA Says
Electric vehicle, wind turbine and solar panel manufacturers face a shortfall in critical metals and minerals unless more investment is made in projects such as new mines and recycling, according to a report from the International Energy Agency.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China is a 'critical' global supplier, full decoupling may be impossible, survey shows
Chinese companies are growing more optimistic about a rise in trade exports as firms show no signs of fully decoupling from China, according to Allianz Trade.CNBC - Business - China -
Francis Ford Coppola teases 'Godfather' update, criticizes Hollywood studios at Cannes
The filmmaker addressed the press at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival after the premiere of his deeply personal, occasionally baffling epic 'Megalopolis' polarized critics.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Pope Francis addresses his conservative critics in the Catholic church | 60 Minutes
There are conservative bishops who oppose Pope Francis’ efforts to revisit teachings and traditions. He says, “Conservative is one who clings to something and does not want to see beyond that.”CBS News - Top stories -
In the Aging Senate, 80-Somethings Seeking Re-election Draw Little Criticism
Age and health have drawn intensive focus in the presidential race, but the recent news that two octogenarians in the Senate are running again has prompted little discussion of their age.The New York Times - Top stories -
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Auburn RB Brian Battie critically wounded in Sarasota shooting
Battie's older brother Tommie was killed and three others were shot early Saturday morning .Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Critics Fault ‘Aggressive’ N.Y.P.D. Response to Pro-Palestinian Rally
Officers were filmed punching three demonstrators at the protest in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. The police said protesters were blocking the streets.The New York Times - Top stories -
The big idea: the simple trick that can sabotage your critical thinking
Influencers and politicians use snappy cliches to get you on side – but you can fight fire with fire. Since the moment I learned about the concept of the “thought-terminating cliche” I’ve been seeing them everywhere I look: in televised political ...The Guardian - World -
US offers condolences, criticism in aftermath of Iranian president’s death
The White House on Monday offered its condolences over the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash, while simultaneously criticizing his human rights record and rejecting the suggestion that U.S. sanctions on Iran played a ...The Hill - Politics - Iran -
Democrats Criticize N.Y.C. Parents Who Questioned Transgender Athlete Policy
Over a dozen Democratic elected officials criticized a parent group that asked for a review of rules that let students play on sports teams that align with their gender identity.The New York Times - Top stories -
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China sanctions former Rep. Mike Gallagher, a fierce critic of Beijing
China said it has sanctioned former U.S. lawmaker Mike Gallagher in response to his words and actions that “interfered in China’s internal affairs.”NBC News - Top stories - China -
Mining industry sceptical of EU joint purchasing plan for critical minerals
Executives cast doubt on bloc’s plans to buy materials crucial to the energy transition as it did for Covid vaccinesFinancial Times - World - European Union -
Hellblade 2 Review Roundup: Here's What The Critics Think
Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, the long-awaited sequel to Ninja Theory's 2017 action-adventure game Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, is out now on Xbox and PC. Reviews are online, too, painting a picture of the game's critical reception from critics.. ...GameSpot - Tech -
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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 -
US defence chief Lloyd Austin to meet Chinese counterpart this month
Singapore meeting would be latest step in reopening communication lines between militariesFinancial Times - World -
Hochul Meets the Pope, and Reflects on Her Father and Irish Catholicism
At a climate change summit at the Vatican, Gov. Kathy Hochul positioned New York State as a leader in pursuing environmental goals, but also recalled her late father.The New York Times - Top stories