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Lai Ching-te’s first day as Taiwan president marked by protests
Thousands protest against bill which would give parliamentarians special powers to question anyone. Lai Ching-te’s first day as president of Taiwan has been marked by large protests against the opposition over a controversial bill in parliament, ...The Guardian - World - Taiwan -
Sunak says infected blood inquiry report marks a ‘day of shame for British state’ and offers ‘unequivocal apology’ – UK politics live
PM gives statement following report that found ‘subtle, pervasive and chilling’ cover-up by NHS and government. GB News has described the Ofcom ruling against it today (see 10.51am and 11.01am) as an “alarming development” that should “terrify” ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
What Do Cicadas Sound Like? Listen to the Loudest Singing Insects on Earth
As some of the loudest singing insects on Earth are back to chirp at a volume similar to an airplane’s, Americans are rejoicing or covering their ears. Listen to some of the species.The New York Times - Top stories -
The Dow closed above 40000 for the first time, a day after eclipsing the mark on an intraday basis. For the week, the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose 1.2%, 1.5% and 2.1%, respectively, and all remain at or near records hit during the week.
The Dow closed above 40000 for the first time, a day after eclipsing the mark on an intraday basis. For the week, the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose 1.2%, 1.5% and 2.1%, respectively, and all remain at or near records hit during the week.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Nato’s failure to save Ukraine raises an existential question: what on earth is it for? | Simon Tisdall
The military alliance is turning 75. But there’s little to celebrate in Kyiv, as Putin’s forces continue their bloody advance. Nato’s grand 75th birthday celebration in Washington in July will ring hollow in Kyiv. The alliance has miserably failed ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
The Bezos Earth fund has pumped billions into climate and nature projects. So why are experts uneasy?
Jeff Bezos’s $10bn climate and biodiversity fund has garnered glittering prizes, but concerns have been voiced over the influence it can buy – and its interest in carbon offsets. Late last month, the coronation of Jeff Bezos and his partner Lauren ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Biden Marks Anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education
President Biden commemorated Brown v. Board of Education during one of a series of events over the next several days to highlight his commitment to the Black community.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Flotilla of RNLI boats mark 200 year anniversary
A mix of historic and modern boats take to the water at Poole Quay for a celebratory paradeBBC News - Top stories -
The Latest | Palestinians mark 76 years of their dispossession as more catastrophe unfolds in Gaza
Palestinians are marking 76 years of dispossession, commemorating their mass expulsion from what is today Israel as a potentially even larger catastrophe unfolds in GazaABC News - World -
Marking 70 years since Brown v. Board of Education
This week marks 70 years since the Supreme Court's Brown v. Board of Education ruling made it illegal to segregate schools in the U.S. based on race. Rashad Robinson, president of Color of Change, joined CBS News to talk about the anniversary and ...CBS News - Top stories -
X factor: Schauffele (62) again ties major mark
Xander Schauffele broke the PGA Championship scoring record and tied the mark for any major, seizing on the rain-softened conditions at Valhalla with a 9-under 62 to set the early target.ESPN - Sports -
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Three-quarters of Gaza marked as IDF evacuation zones, BBC finds
Israel's army says it is protecting Palestinian civilians, but the UN says there are no safe areas.BBC News - Top stories -
Biden's Israel approval gets lowest mark yet in new poll
The approval rating for President Biden’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war has dropped to its lowest point in a new poll, as the fighting continues in Gaza. The latest Harvard CAPS/Harris poll found Biden with a 36 percent job approval rating on ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Why Palo Alto Networks’ earnings report missed the mark once again
“Apparently, our assumption that management had reset expectations after last quarter in order to return to a beat-and-raise cadence was incorrect,” an analyst wrote.MarketWatch - Business -
Avengers Stars Chris Hemsworth And Mark Ruffalo Reuniting For A Crime Movie - Report
Mark Ruffalo and Chris Hemsworth, who starred in Marvel and Avengers movies over the years, are coming back together again--but not for another entry in the superhero saga. Deadline reports that Ruffalo and Hemsworth are in talks to star a crime ...GameSpot - Tech -
When is Father's Day 2024?
Father's Day 2024 is Sunday, June 16. Start shopping to ensure your gift arrives on time.CBS News - Top stories -
Biden marks Brown v. Board of Education anniversary amid concerns over Black support
President Biden marked the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision.CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
The Nike Pegasus 41 shoe is coming in June, so the NFL Pegasus 40 has been marked down to $55
Ahead of the Nike Pegasus 41 launch, you can get last year's shoe in your favorite NFL team's colors for just $55.CBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Marking 70 years since Supreme Court ruling on Brown v. Board of Education
Today marks the 70th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education. The ruling declared racial segregation in public school is unconstitutional. Decades later in Topeka, Kansas, where the case originated, the ...CBS News - Top stories -
Formal Move to Reclassify Marijuana as a Less Dangerous Drug Marks Huge Policy Shift
As the Justice Department acts, major marijuana company stocks continue to rebound.Inc. - Business -
Biden marks 70 years since Brown v. Board of Education: 'A prayer was answered'
President Biden on Friday commemorated the 70th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court ruling that ended segregation in public schools. “Seventy years ago, when the Supreme Court ruled in Brown v. Board of Education that racial segregation in ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Cubs' Shota Imanaga shrinks ERA to 0.84, the lowest mark through first 9 career starts in MLB history
Shota Imanaga already looks like an ace and the bargain of the offseason.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Kentucky basketball under Mark Pope: Transfer portal news, 2024 roster, targets, recruits from top KY experts
CatsPause has covered the Wildcats for years and reveals all the latest news about the Kentucky basketball roster under new head coach Mark PopeCBS Sports - Sports -
Pacers set NBA playoff shooting mark, top Knicks 130-109 in Game 7 to make Eastern Conference finals
Tyrese Haliburton scored 26 points and the Indiana Pacers rode one of the most sensational first halves in Game 7 history to a 130-109 victory over the New York Knicks on Sunday, advancing to the Eastern Conference finals for the first time in 10 ...ABC News - Sports - NBA -
Eli Lilly’s stock on pace for record close as Crohn’s disease trial hits the mark
Eli Lilly shares were on pace for a record closing high Tuesday after the drugmaker released data from a late-stage Crohn’s disease trial and struck a deal to develop new cancer-targeting medicines.MarketWatch - Business -
When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?
The annual Amazon Prime Day savings event is approaching faster than you think.CBS News - Top stories -
Ohtani Day to be annual celebration in L.A.
The city of Los Angeles has declared May 17 Shohei Ohtani Day, with the city council passing a resolution to make this an annual observance for the duration of Shohei Ohtani's Dodgers career.ESPN - Sports -
'Decisive' day for Assange extradition battle
The Wikileaks founder awaits a ruling on his right to appeal extradition to the US.BBC News - Top stories -
The Papers: 'A day of shame for the British state'
Tuesday's front pages focus on the release of a damning public inquiry report on the infected blood scandal.BBC News - Top stories -
A tense day at the Trump trial: From the Politics Desk
Michael Cohen returned to the witness stand for a tense cross-examination by Donald Trump’s defense attorneys. Closing arguments could come next week.NBC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Best early Memorial Day deals at Walmart
Memorial Day is right around the corner. Get prepared with the best early Memorial Day deals at Walmart.CBS News - Top stories -
Best deals on robot vacuums ahead of Memorial Day
It's time for a thorough house cleaning this spring, and a robot vacuum can help you do all the heavy lifting.CBS News - Top stories -
Ohtani bobblehead day in L.A. stirs stadium traffic
The first Shohei Ohtani bobblehead giveaway of the season caused cars to snake the roadways around Chavez Ravine and stadium parking lots to fill up two hours before the Dodgers hosted Cincinnati on Thursday.ESPN - Sports -
The best early Memorial Day 2024 sales
Shop the best early Memorial Day deals across categories like mattresses, furniture, tech and more from brands like Casper, Burrow, Apple and Roku.NBC News - Top stories -
King Charles to attend D-Day commemorations
The King, Queen and Prince William will take part in events marking the 80th anniversary of D-Day.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Leclerc fastest as Verstappen has 'bad day'
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc sets the pace in both Friday practice sessions at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
What's at stake on the Premier League's final day?
Man City will seal another championship with victory over West Ham. Arsenal, meanwhile, must win at home to Everton and hope City lose or draw.ESPN - Sports - Premier League -
D-Day remembrance planes will be found, says Shapps
There are fears a parachute drop will have to be significantly scaled down due to the lack of aircraft.BBC News - Top stories -
Prem sets goals record on final day with 1,246
By the end of Sunday's action in the Premier League, a total of 1,246 goals were scored for the season, the highest tally ever in the history of the league.ESPN - Sports