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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 -
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Tensions ratchet up between China and the west
Also in this newsletter: new weapons for Ukraine, German recovery, the value of loyaltyFinancial Times - World - China -
April 24, 2024 - US university protests
Pro-Palestinian protests are taking place at major American universities, prompting some officials to take extraordinary steps to confront the growing crisis. Follow for live news updates.CNN - Top stories -
Comex Gold, Silver Settle Higher
Gold settled nearly 0.5% higher, up for three consecutive sessions, and silver rose 0.4%, up two of the past three sessions.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Tensions rise as UK refuses to take asylum seeker returns from Ireland
The UK government wants the EU to accept that it can return asylum seekers to France.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Tensions rise at Columbia after deadline to clear encampment
Tensions rose on the Columbia University campus as pro-Palestinian protesters refused to comply with a deadline to pack up their encampment.CBS News - Politics -
Iran's Nuclear Capabilities Fast Facts
Read CNN's Fast Facts on Iran's nuclear capabilities.CNN - Top stories - Iran -
It’s time for Europe to ground Iran Air
Curiously, just days after France and the U.K. helped down airborne Iranian missiles and munitions, Iran Air flights were soaring through the sky as usual, bound for Paris and London.The Hill - Politics - Iran -
Iran sentences dissident rapper to death for backing protests
Rapper Toomaj Salehi has been jailed for more than a year and a half for his support of protests after Mahsa Amini's death.CBS News - World - Iran -
Iran Sentences Prominent Rapper to Death, Lawyer Says
The rapper, Toomaj Salehi, was initially arrested after releasing music in support of the 2022 protests over the death of a young woman in police custody.The New York Times - World - Iran -
'Terrestrial Verses' Review: Stories of Struggle in Iran
This modest but methodical film comprises a series of vignettes in which Iranian people confront the constrictions of their society.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Security forces killed Iranian teen, evidence suggests
Revolutionary Guards' papers passed to the BBC give chilling details of Nika Shakarami’s last movements.BBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Boston police arrest 100 as crackdown on campus Palestine protests ramps up
At least 93 students detained at USC and 34 arrested in Austin while House speaker faced jeers at Columbia University. More than 100 people were arrested at Emerson College in Boston early on Thursday in the latest crackdown against the rising ...The Guardian - World -
Stocks Fall After GDP, Inflation Data
Stocks and government bonds fell sharply after fresh data showed the U.S. economy slowed in the first quarter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
April 25, 2024 - US university protests
Pro-Palestinian protests are taking place at major US universities, prompting some officials to take extraordinary steps to confront the growing crisis.CNN - Top stories -
Jordan Klepper on campus protests: ‘You’re not going to resolve tension by adding violence’
Late-night hosts discuss the crackdown on, and Republican criticism of, college campus protests against Israel’s war in Gaza. With other late-night hosts on vacation, The Daily Show guest hosts Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng dug into the ...The Guardian - World -
New York City's Jewish Population Under 'Dark Cloud' as Tensions Rise
Many Jewish residents of New York City feel insecure, and in some cases are playing down their religious identity in public, as confrontations between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israeli demonstrators continue.The Wall Street Journal - World - New York -
Biden speaks with Netanyahu as tensions over the Israel-Hamas war mount in the US
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden held a phone call on Sunday with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the backdrop of growing U.S. college campus protests and a possibly imminent invasion of Rafah.NBC News - Politics - Israel -
Biden speaks with Netanyahu as tensions over the Israel-Hamas war mount in the US
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden held a phone call on Sunday with Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the backdrop of growing U.S. college campus protests and a possibly imminent invasion of Rafah.NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Tensions Are Rising Over Israel-Hamas War. But How Should Employers Respond?
As the conflict continues, experts urge companies to proactively support employee well-being and create inclusive workplaces.Inc. - Business - Israel -
Riot police drag away protesters at University of Texas as Gaza tensions flare
State troopers in riot gear moved on Monday afternoon to clear out students attempting to occupy a quad at the University of Texas at Austin. Dozens of protesters were arrested on site, escalating tensions that began on Wednesday when the ...The Hill - Politics -
Tensions grow as China ramps up mining for green tech
China has taken big stakes in mines across the world extracting minerals vital to the green economy.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Watch reaction when minister asks if Congo is a different country to Rwanda
The Question Time audience were surprised when Chris Philp answered an audience member's question about DR Congo.BBC News - Top stories -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Business -
Banned football fan raises £15,000 to sue
Linzi Smith's lawyer says the club's actions are a "huge overreach" in to her personal life.BBC News - Top stories -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Top stories -
Centene’s earnings crush estimates and company raises guidance
Centene Corp.’s stock rose 3.4% early Friday, after the managed healthcare provider blew past earnings estimates for the first quarter and raised its full-year guidance.MarketWatch - Business -
Trump's potential plan for Fed raises alarms
Former President Trump's potential plan to exert more influence over the Federal Reserve is alarming experts and investors. The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday that a group of Trump allies is crafting ways to chip away at the independence of ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Business -
Three major lenders to raise mortgage rates
Nationwide, Santander and NatWest will increase their rates on home loans amid uncertainty in the sector.BBC News - Top stories - Mortgage -
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Iran sentences rapper Toomaj Salehi to death over 2022-23 unrest
An Iranian revolutionary court has sentenced one of the Islamic Republic's best known rappers, Toomaj Salehi, to death for charges linked to Iran’s 2022-23 unrest, according to his lawyer and state media.NBC News - Top stories - Iran -
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Yen sinks to 34-year low after Bank of Japan holds interest rates near zero
Governor Kazuo Ueda says weakening currency is having ‘no major impact’ on underlying inflationFinancial Times - World - Japan -
Thoma Bravo to buy UK-listed Darktrace for £4.3bn
Offer comes less than two years after private equity group held talks about buying cyber security companyFinancial Times - Business -
Tickets for Labour conference ‘business day’ sold out in hours
Glastonbury-style rush sees attendees pay £3,000 a shot with capacity more than double last year’s eventFinancial Times - Business -
Tickets for Labour conference ‘business day’ sold out in hours
Glastonbury-style rush sees attendees pay £3,000 a shot with capacity more than double last year’s eventFinancial Times - Business -
Tickets for Labour conference ‘business day’ sold out in hours
Glastonbury-style rush sees attendees pay £3,000 a shot with capacity more than double last year’s eventFinancial Times - Business -
Tickets for Labour conference ‘business day’ sold out in hours
Glastonbury-style rush sees attendees pay £3,000 a shot with capacity more than double last year’s eventFinancial Times - Business