March Madness: Sweet 16 Matchups Are Set after Wild Weekend
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April 16, 2024 - Israel-Hamas war
The United States plans to impose new sanctions targeting Iran after its unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend, according to National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan.CNN - Top stories - Israel -
The Memo: Johnson set for a tough victory
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) looks set to successfully face down the hard-right members of his conference on a series of foreign aid bills — after a mighty fight. Johnson will need to lean on Democrats to pass the bills, which deal with aid to ...The Hill - Politics -
'Suffs' Review: A Musical of Marching Women
Produced by Hillary Clinton, writer-composer-actor Shaina Taub’s Broadway show is a generally rousing if occasionally heavy-handed history of the fight for the 19th Amendment.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.K. Retail Sales Flat in March
Total U.K. sales volumes were no higher in March than in February, a weaker reading than had been forecast, and limiting the boost to wider economic growth.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
Kraken outlast Wild 4-3 in final regular-season game for non-playoff teams
Tye Kartye tipped in a slap shot by Oliver Bjorkstrand for the tiebreaking goal with 2:40 remaining, and the Seattle Kraken beat the Minnesota Wild 4-3 to wrap up the regular season for two teams that missed the playoffsABC News - Sports -
Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Two big Wembley meetings await in the Cup, while a desperation derby looks to be in store at Goodison Park. There was a distinct end-of-season vibe at the Gtech Community Stadium after Brentford’s win over Sheffield United, with Thomas Frank and ...The Guardian - World - Premier League -
Chess: Four in close contention as Candidates reaches weekend climax
With just the final two rounds to come, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Hikaru Nakamura and Gukesh Domaraju share the lead while the world No 2 , Fabiano Caruana, is half a point behind. With 12 rounds complete and just Saturday’s and Sunday’s final two ...The Guardian - World -
FA Cup replays backlash, European reaction and weekend previews: football – live
News, Premier League previews and European reactionBarney Ronay: City fail to deliver as Madrid’s power tellsThose FA Cup semi-finals and this weekend’s round of Premier League matches are all under the microscope in everyone’s favourite double ...The Guardian - World -
Sunak sets out plans to tackle 'sick note culture'
The PM wants to strip GPs of power to issue sick notes but Labour says he has run out of ideas.BBC News - Top stories -
Japan Consumer Prices Rose at Slightly Slower Pace in March
Japan’s consumer prices rose at a slightly slower pace in March due to lower energy prices but remained well above the central bank’s 2% target.The Wall Street Journal - World - Japan -
How young people see the matchup between two senior citizens: From the Politics Desk
A new Harvard poll shows how young voters are viewing the rematch between Joe Biden and Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election.NBC News - Politics -
Try a weekend beach escape to Pensacola: White sand, Blue Angels and blackened redfish
Opera in your flip-flops, mingling with artists, fresh seafood, white sand beaches, sailing and paddling are the makings of a fabulous Florida vacation.MarketWatch - Business -
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As India heads to the polls, Modi’s BJP is set to get a boost in opposition-ruled Tamil Nadu
Politics in Tamil Nadu has been dominated by regional players with ethno-nationalist ideologies, rooted in the Tamil language and culture.CNBC - Business - India -
Chinese Grand Prix could deliver drama to F1 and slow Verstappen's victory march
The Chinese Grand Prix could deliver some much-needed drama to Formula 1ABC News - Sports -
After the Affair, the Reckoning
While I was with our new baby, my husband was with another woman.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
A 12-person jury was picked to decide Trump's fate in his hush-money case, setting the stage for the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president to kick off in earnest next week.
A 12-person jury was picked to decide Trump’s fate in his hush-money case, setting the stage for the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president to kick off in earnest next week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Mortgage rates have surged past 7% and home sales in March posted their biggest monthly drop in more than a year, renewing pressure on the U.S. housing market as uncertainty over real-estate commissions buffets the industry.
Mortgage rates have surged past 7% and home sales in March posted their biggest monthly drop in more than a year, renewing pressure on the U.S. housing market as uncertainty over real-estate commissions buffets the industry.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Asia Markets Fall After Israeli Strike on Iran
Stock markets in Asia fell while safe-haven assets such as U.S. Treasurys, the yen and the Swiss franc rose sharply after Israel launched a retaliatory strike against Iran early Friday.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Toddler 'doing great' after Ukraine brain surgery
Rachel Gribben, 3, is getting ready to return to pre-school after spending three weeks in Lviv.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Billy Joel special to air again after abrupt cut-off on CBS
A Billy Joel special on CBS and Paramount+ will air again after it was cut off in the middle of the singer's performance of "Piano Man."CBS News - Entertainment -
United Arab Emirates struggles to recover after heaviest recorded rainfall ever
The United Arab Emirates is struggling to recover from the heaviest recorded rainfall ever to hit the desert nation, as its main airport worked to restore normal operations even as floodwater still covered portions of major highways and roadsABC News - World -
Israel launches retaliatory strikes against Iran
Officials and diplomats indicated attacks were limited and sought to avoid escalationFinancial Times - Business - Iran -
Teenager dies after suspected crocodile attack in the Torres Strait
Body of 16-year-old boy discovered with injuries ‘consistent with a crocodile attack’ as wildlife officers search for animal. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or daily news ...The Guardian - World -
Norris takes Chinese GP sprint race pole, Hamilton second - reaction
Follow live text and audio commentary from practice and sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
Biden imposes new sanctions on Iran after drone and missile attack on Israel
The Biden administration announced new sanctions on Iran targeting its missile and drone program after its attack on Israel last weekend.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Online Dating After 50 Can Be Miserable. But It’s Also Liberating.
You know so much more about yourself and your desires when you’re older that dating apps — even with all their frustrations — can bring unanticipated pleasure.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
TSMC Shares Fall After Downgrading 2024 Global Chip Outlook
Shares of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing fell sharply as investors’ worries about the chip maker’s cautious outlook for the industry eclipsed its upbeat first-quarter financial results.The Wall Street Journal - Tech -
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The Latest | Israel targets air defense system in Syria, state news agency says
Syria’s state-run SANA news agency quotes a military statement as saying Israel carried out a missile strike targeting an air defense unit in its south, causing material damageABC News - World - Israel -
FirstFT: Israel launches attacks against Iran
Also in today’s newsletter, Netflix’s surprise boom, and PwC plans to reverse tax restructuringFinancial Times - World - Iran -
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Stock Futures Dip, Oil Gyrates After Israeli Strike on Iran
Israel’s retaliatory strike roiled global markets, encouraging traders to dump risky assets and buy haven currencies, though the selloff weakened as the limited scope of the attack emerged.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Jürgen Klopp defends Salah’s finishing after Liverpool exit Europa League
Salah scores penalty but misses big chance against AtalantaKlopp: ‘We didn’t lose the tie tonight, we lost it at home’Jürgen Klopp said Liverpool squandered their Europa League chances at Anfield last week and insisted Mohamed Salah’s wastefulness ...The Guardian - World -
Israel's Attack on Iran Appears Fairly Limited, Easing Pressure on Oil Markets
Israel’s missile strikes against Iran overnight seem fairly limited, pointing to a de-escalation of conflict that is expected to diminish the oil market’s geopolitical risk premium in the short term, according to DNB Markets.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
European Markets Follow Asia Lower on Rising Geopolitical Tensions
European markets followed Asia lower after Israel’s attack in Iran, with IG saying investors have been wary of markets since before Easter, due to heightened geopolitical uncertainty.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Gold Futures Rise After Israel Strikes Iranian Targets
Gold futures edged up on Middle East tensions, but were off earlier highs, with Swissquote Bank saying the market will likely see a further flight to safe havens before the end of the day on fears of an escalation over the weekend.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Gilt Yields Fall After Weak U.K. Retail Sales Data
Gilt yields declined following weaker-than-expected U.K. retail sales data, increasing prospects of a Bank of England interest-rate cut in the coming months.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
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Experience: I lost my hands after being electrocuted by 14,400 volts
As the scrap metal touched the power line, everything went black. In 2010, I’d been working in Colorado, in one of the world’s most dangerous professions. As a lineman, it was my job to maintain and repair electrical power lines. I knew the risks, ...The Guardian - World