Khan's Release March

Protesters demanding Imran Khan's release march on Pakistani capital. At least 6 people killed

Supporters seeking the release of imprisoned Pakistani former Prime Minister Imran Khan have broken through a ring of shipping containers blocking off the capital

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Pakistan capital under lockdown as protesters call for Khan’s release

Supporters of jailed former prime minister march on Islamabad in latest threat to Shehbaz Sharif’s legitimacy

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Protesters Defy Pakistan Crackdown to Demand Imran Khan’s Release

Supporters of the ex-prime minister marched toward Islamabad, the capital. Clashes with the police left at least one officer dead, the authorities said.

World - The New York Times - Yesterday

FirstFT: Trump pledges new tariffs against China, Canada and Mexico

Also in today’s newsletter, Citi slashes promotions and Telegram’s finances propped up by crypto

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Neo-Nazis Are on the March Across America

A recent neo-Nazi rally in Columbus, Ohio, drew national attention—but it was just one of dozens that increasingly-emboldened white power groups have held this year.

Tech - Wired - 21 hours ago

Pakistan police clash with Imran Khan supporters heading to Islamabad

The former PM has been in jail for more than a year but remains hugely popular.

Imran Khan supporters pushed back by security forces

The jailed former leader is calling on the protesters to stay in Islamabad until their demands are met.

Inflation ticks up for first time since March

The Consumer Price Index in October rose 2.6% year-over-year, the Labor Department reported Wednesday, a higher rate than September's 2.4%. The uptick means the Federal Reserve's 2% target rate is ...

Keep protesting, says Navalny's widow at Berlin march

The march was led by Yulia Navalnaya, widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who died in February.

Ohio officials condemn neo-Nazi march in Columbus

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and other officials condemned a neo-Nazi march that took place in the state capitol of Columbus.

Neo-Nazi march in Ohio draws rebuke

President Joe Biden joined the chorus of state and city officials who are condemning a weekend neo-Nazi march in Columbus, Ohio.

Politics - The Hill - November 18

Videos appear to show a neo-Nazi march in Ohio

A neo-Nazi group was seen marching down the streets of Columbus, Ohio, and appeared to be chanting racial slurs as they carried flags with Nazi symbols.

White House condemns 'sickening' Nazi march

In a statement to ABC News, the White House condemned an incident Saturday in which a group of masked individuals with Nazi flags marched through Columbus, Ohio.

What an ‘Airbnbopoly’ Game Says About Silicon Valley’s Standoff With Lina Khan

In 2020, LinkedIn founder, tech investor, and Harris megadonor Reid Hoffman made a custom Monopoly board to celebrate Airbnb’s IPO. Instead of jail, it sent players to “Government Regulation.”

Tech - Wired - November 1

How FTC Chair Lina Khan Became an Election Hot Topic

The Federal Trade Commission chair drew increasing political vitriol as the presidential vote neared. Her political future hangs in the balance.

Business - The New York Times - November 5

Big Tech scrutiny will continue under Trump, even without Lina Khan

Lina Khan’s controversial tenure as Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chair seems at an end with President-elect Trump’s win last week, removing a massive “thorn” in the side of large tech firms that ...

Politics - The Hill - November 12

ICC Orders Probe of Chief Prosecutor Khan After Sexual-Misconduct Reports

The probe comes as the court weighs Karim Khan’s request to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 12

Aga Khan emerald fetches record $9 million at auction

The rare square 37-carat emerald is the world's most expensive green stone.

Pakistan bans large gatherings in the capital ahead of a rally by Imran Khan's party

Pakistani authorities have banned gatherings of five or more people in the capital ahead of a planned march by supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan

World - ABC News - November 19

Pakistani police arrest thousands of Imran Khan supporters as capital under lock down ahead of rally

A Pakistani security officer says police have arrested thousands of Imran Khan supporters ahead of a rally in Islamabad to demand the ex-premier’s release from prison

World - ABC News - 2 days ago

Pakistani capital under lockdown to block rally by Imran Khan supporters

Government shuts down internet, blocks highways and brings in troops to stop protest by former PM’s supporters. Pakistan’s capital was put under lockdown as the government shut down the internet, ...

World - The Guardian - 2 days ago

Pakistan tense as police clash with ex-premier Khan’s supporters

World - Yahoo News - Yesterday

Pakistan Deploys Army as Deadly Clashes Erupt with Imran Khan Supporters

Soldiers were ordered to defend government buildings with gunfire if needed, as supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan demanded his release from prison.

World - The New York Times - 13 hours ago

A violent showdown in Pakistan's capital pits the government against Imran Khan supporters

Thousands of people are in the heart of Pakistan’s capital to demand the release of imprisoned former premier Imran Khan

World - ABC News - Yesterday

Imran Khan supporters pour into capital to challenge Pakistan’s government

Thousands of demonstrators breach barricades to reach close to Islamabad’s Red Zone before being pushed back

World - Financial Times - 23 hours ago

Pakistani security forces raid supporters of Imran Khan after unrest in Islamabad

More than 50,000 people had earlier forced their way into capital to demand former prime minister’s release. Pakistani security forces have launched a sweeping midnight raid on supporters of the ...

World - The Guardian - 16 hours ago

Pakistani ex-PM Khan’s supporters call off protest after crackdown

World - Yahoo News - 5 hours ago

Supporters of Pakistan's Imran Khan call off protest, local media says

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party suspended protests demanding his release from jail after a midnight raid by security forces in the capital, Islamabad.

Gérard Depardieu’s Sexual Assault Trial Is Postponed Until March

The French movie star’s lawyer said poor health kept his client from court on Monday.

World - The New York Times - October 28

Xenoblade Chronicles X Completes The Xenoblade Saga On Nintendo Switch In March

While the world waits with bated breath for the announcement of the company's next home console , Nintendo appears to be content making other announcements that no one is expecting. First it was ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 29

Bitcoin rises 3% after topping $73,000 for the first time since March

Bitcoin has struggled to reclaim the $70,000 level this year after reaching a record of $73,797.68 in March.

Business - CNBC - October 29

Bronze asks for patience, Wales march on and Switzerland make statement | Suzanne Wrack

This international window saw ups and downs for Germany, Scotland step up a gear and drama for Wales and Northern Ireland. Germany beat England 4-3 at Wembley but then went on to lose 2-1 to ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

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