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As brutal war rages and famine looms, look at pictures of Gaza and keep saying: ‘this is not normal’ | Nesrine Malik
Of all the threats to those suffering, one of the most frightening is that we tire – and their plight becomes background noise. Cast your mind back to early 2022, more than two years ago now. Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine was such a shock, ...The Guardian - World -
Taiwan war game exposes vulnerability of energy grid to a China attack
Table top exercise by experts finds even basic power supplies could be knocked out by Beijing blockade or missile attackFinancial Times - Business - China -
Game Of Thrones Creators Talk About Failed Star Wars Trilogy: "It's A Shame"
It's been five years now since Game of Thrones showrunners D.B. Weiss and David Benioff first announced they were in the development of a new Star Wars trilogy. The first film was set to premiere back in 2022, so obviously that never manifested, ...GameSpot - Tech -
China’s answer to Instagram makes first profit
Shanghai-based unicorn known as ‘little red book’ brought in $500mn in net profit last yearFinancial Times - World - China -
FirstFT: US and Japan plan upgrade to security alliance
Also in today’s newsletter, Moscow attack suspects appear in court and corporate insiders sell company sharesFinancial Times - World - Japan -
FirstFT: Larry Fink warns of looming ‘retirement crisis’
Also in today’s newsletter, latest on Baltimore bridge collapse, and Donald Trump’s inner circleFinancial Times - World -
The Women’s Sweet 16 Is Set, and an Epic Rematch Is Looming
Iowa and L.S.U. could meet in the Elite Eight. But will both teams get there?The New York Times - Sports -
Imagining a Different Gaza War
If the current Israeli military approach is inhumane, is there an alternative?The New York Times - Top stories -
Warriors ‘still figuring it out' cause for concern as playoffs loom
The Warriors' latest loss has the team wondering how to fix their issues in time for the NBA playoffs.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Masimo’s stock gains on report of activist campaign, disclosure of spinoff plan
Masimo Corp.’s stock was up by nearly 4% on Monday after Politan Capital Management said it plans to nominate two more members to the patient-monitoring-technology company’s board.MarketWatch - Business -
Larry Fink warns retirement crisis looms for ageing world population
BlackRock chief’s annual letter also embraces ‘energy pragmatism’ amid attacks over climate stanceFinancial Times - Business -
With deadline looming, Senate races to approve $1.2 trillion government spending package
Amid a divided Congress, the House Friday approved a $1.2 trillion government spending package, sending it to the Senate ahead of a midnight deadline in an effort to avoid a partial government shutdown. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.CBS News - Politics -
Wales lose to Poland on penalties - reaction
Reaction after Poland beat Wales 5-4 on penalties at Cardiff City Stadium to qualify for Euro 2024.BBC News - Top stories -
Tax changes small business owners should be aware of as the tax deadline looms
As Tax Day approaches, there are plenty of things small business owners should keep in mind when filing taxes this yearABC News - Top stories -
Dodgers loom over all MLB odds in the futures markets as season begins
In just about every betting market, the Dodgers are a factor.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Thames Water board locked in crisis talks about £3bn funding plan
Shareholders refuse to confirm they will make fresh equity injectionFinancial Times - Business -
EU hits roadblocks in reaching green milestone as elections loom
Progress in the fastest-warming continent is thwarted by a constituency fatigued by inflation and trade tensionsFinancial Times - Business - European Union -
$75,000 for a baby? South Korean businesses float incentives as demographic crisis looms
Companies and politicians try new strategies to encourage workers to start familiesFinancial Times - Business -
U.S. Housing Prices and the War on Realtors
Which cartel is the real problem?The Wall Street Journal - World -
Lessons From Purim for the War in Gaza
The Book of Esther tells a story of Jews fighting back—with admirable restraint. It’s an example they should follow against Hamas in Rafah.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The battle that betrays Israel’s war plan
Israel’s second raid on al-Shifa hospital has put its military strategy under the spotlightFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
To Thwart Iran, Fight a War of Attrition
Israel and the U.S. should focus their strengths on Tehran’s weaknesses by jeopardizing its proxies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
We can end the culture wars
The conflict seems unending, but a peace treaty is possibleFinancial Times - Business -
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These Mobile Games are For the Birds
How do you design an app for a parrot? Consider games that are “made to be licked,” a new study suggests.The New York Times - Tech -
Is this a must-win game for the Sabres?
Buffalo still has a playoff chance -- but must string together many more wins. Plus, updated playoff projections.ESPN - Sports -
The mind behind the 'Doped Games'
The Enhanced Games has been derided as "a clown show" and "borderline criminal". But their founder and his backers believe in a future few have foreseen.BBC News - Top stories -
The ‘Blood Bath’ Battle and the Electric Car War
Does President Biden expect to win on a Jan. 6 strategy alone?The New York Times - Top stories -
March 18, 2024 Israel-Hamas war
US President Joe Biden voiced "deep concerns" over Israel's plans for a major operation in Rafah during his phone conversation Monday with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
Repeated Raids in Gaza Raise Prospect of Endless War
An emerging insurgency in parts of the enclave that Israeli forces previously cleared threatens to extend the fighting.The Wall Street Journal - World -
In the Markets, a Tug of War Between Big Tech and the Fed
On Wall Street, excitement about A.I. outweighs concern about interest rates. But rocketing stocks could make it tough for the Federal Reserve to cut rates.The New York Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
March 21, 2024 Israel-Hamas war
The US-proposed resolution on Gaza, which calls for a ceasefire, will be brought to a vote in the UN Security Council on Friday morning, a US official said Thursday.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
March 19, 2024 Israel-Hamas war
US officials are hoping to meet with various Israeli and other Middle Eastern officials over the next week.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
The Israel-Hamas war in maps: latest updates
A visual guide to the warFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
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Moscow theater shooting fans flames of a disinformation war
Immediately after the Friday evening attack in Moscow that killed at least 137 people, Russian officials were suggesting, without presenting evidence, that Ukraine was responsibleABC News - World -
March 22, 2024 Israel-Hamas war
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will conduct a ground offensive into the southern Gaza city of Rafah even without US support.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
March 26, 2024 Israel-Hamas war
At least 12 people drowned off the coast of Gaza while trying to retrieve aid parcels that had been airdropped into the sea, Palestinian paramedics said.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
Jerusalem marks festive holiday of Purim in shadow of war
Tens of thousands of people have celebrated the Jewish holiday of Purim in Jerusalem, though the traditionally boisterous celebrations have been muted this year by the Israel-Hamas warABC News - World -