Pen Calls Embezzlement

Marine Le Pen calls embezzlement conviction a 'witch hunt'

The French far-right politician spoke to a rally in Paris after being found guilty of embezzling EU funds.

BBC News - 1d

Le Pen supporters rally in Paris, turning a protest into a populist show of force

Far-right French politician Marine Le Pen, who was convicted last week of embezzling public funds and banned from running for office, stood unshaken before a sea of French flags in Paris on Sunday

ABC News - 1d

Le Pen vows to fight ‘political’ ruling, as France’s main parties stage rival rallies

Far-right leader tells supporters she is victim of ‘witch-hunt’, while radical left says RN’s mask has slipped. • What is Marine Le Pen guilty of in National Rally embezzlement case? . The French ...

The Guardian - 1d

Defiant, Le Pen Tells Supporters ‘I Won’t Give Up’ Despite 5-Year Ban

In a speech, Marine Le Pen, the French far-right leader, cast a judicial decision prohibiting her from running for office as a threat to democracy.

The New York Times - 1d

Trump Weighs In on Marine Le Pen Conviction

The American president cast the French politician’s conviction as an example of far-right persecution, ignoring ample evidence against her.

The New York Times - 3d

Trump calls his tariffs a ‘beautiful thing to behold’ amid stock selloffs

Facing mounting pressure over the economy, President Donald Trump is not backing down, calling his global tariffs a “beautiful thing to behold” and arguing he’s fulfilling a campaign promise to ...

NBC News - 14h

Le Pen rages against political ‘witch-hunt’ at Paris rally

Far right leader addresses supporters at demonstration after conviction that could ban her from standing for president

Financial Times - 1d

Marine Le Pen ruling is fuel for the global right’s attacks on court authority

Rightwing and populist leaders are seizing on conviction to push narrative they are being silenced – but legal experts disagree. The three-word message, launched minutes after the verdict came in, ...

The Guardian - 19h

UConn coach Geno Auriemma talks about his future and why he's fine with being called 'gramps'

Legendary University of Connecticut coach Geno Auriemma has reached the pinnacle of college basketball for a record 12th time, but he’s not ready to call it a career just yet.

NBC News - 8h

FirstFT: Global market rout over Trump tariffs continues

Also in today’s newsletter, UK to water down private equity rules and Marine Le Pen denounces “witch-hunt”

Financial Times - 15h

Citing war in Ukraine, dozens of groups call on NHL to reject hockey matchups with Russian league

As one Russian hockey star is being lauded for his accomplishments in the NHL, more than two dozen groups are calling on the North American league to reject the idea of on-ice matchups with the ...

NBC News - 3h

Freed Israeli hostages call for end to war, to bring remaining Gaza hostages home

Freed hostages are among those calling for a new Israel-Hamas ceasefire. They warn renewed bombing in Gaza jeopardizes the lives of the 24 remaining captives, who are believed to be alive.

CBS News - 4h

Protesters in Gaza Call on Hamas to Step Aside

Demanding an end to the war, hundreds pressed the militants to relinquish control of the enclave, a rare demonstration against a group that has suppressed dissent with violence.

The New York Times - 3d

Hedge funds hit with steep margin calls

Plus, Fink warns on protectionism, US junk bonds sell-off, and the Dolce Vita Orient Express

Financial Times - 20h

Kennedy Calls for States to Ban Fluoridated Drinking Water

The health secretary’s announcement came on the first day of a tour through the Southwest to showcase nutrition legislation and other priorities.

The New York Times - 1h

Amber Ruffin, cut from White House correspondents dinner, will host PEN America gala

Comic Amber Ruffin has a new spring gig

ABC News - 6h

Trump backs Luna on proxy voting — but says it is Johnson’s call

Politico - 4d

Trump Calls India a Friend, but Is Trying to Block Its Imports

Stunned to see their own exports punished harshly, Indians are picking through the wreckage for signs of hope. There’s some but not a lot.

The New York Times - 3d

Judge Calls Mistaken Deportation of Maryland Man a ‘Grievous Error’

Judge Paula Xinis, who has ordered that the Trump administration return the man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, by Monday, also rejected a request to pause that order.

The New York Times - 1d

Mahmoud Khalil speaks out on 'abduction,' calls on students to take action

Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestinian activist who was arrested in March by immigration authorities, spoke out about his “abduction” in a Friday opinion piece. Khalil, a former lead negotiator for ...

The Hill - 1d

Agent of striker called ‘better version of Erling Haaland’ wants to visit Arsenal

With Arsenal recently appointing a new director, they are expected to go all guns blazing in the summer transfer window.Mikel Arteta’s side are set to lose the Premier League title once again this ...

Yahoo Sports - 18h

Inzaghi gives Inter updates, calls Bayern Munich ‘Champions League favourites’

Simone Inzaghi gives an injury update ahead of Inter’s Champions League quarter-final, claiming Bayern Munich are ‘the big favourites for the trophy with Real Madrid.’The first leg kicks off at ...

Yahoo Sports - 8h

Businesses, conservative lawyers planning legal challenge to Trump's tariffs

Sources say a lawsuit calling the tariffs unconstitutional could come this week.

ABC News - 11h

Bill Ackman warns Trump to call a timeout on trade war: 'This is not what we voted for'

Billionaire hedge fund investor Bill Ackman, who endorsed President Trump last year, is offering a stark warning about the risks of the White House’s tariff plans, arguing they could cause the ...

The Hill - 1d

Live updates: Trump defends tariffs; Billionaire Trump endorser calls for trade war time-out

Vulnerable House Republicans are on defense amid the fallout from President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, which have stoked uncertainty about the economy. Markets took a nosedive Thursday ...

The Hill - 22h

Gary Neville calls five Man United players ‘not good enough’; demands new signings

Manchester United were involved in a 0-0 draw against Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday.It was another match that showed that Man United lack quality in their squad and their attack lacks ...

Yahoo Sports - 18h

'Heroic' child called 911 after she, her siblings were stabbed in Brooklyn: NYPD

New York Police say all four siblings — ranging in age from 8 years old to 16 — are expected to survive.

The Hill - 14h

Making Harry Brook white-ball captain is right call and Test match role will follow

Harry Brook as England’s white-ball captain is the correct decision for English cricket, Ben Stokes and Brook himself.

Yahoo Sports - 9h

Ben Crenshaw shares story of taking over Masters Champions Dinner, Byron Nelson's phone call

Since 2005, Crenshaw has kicked off the supper with insight on Augusta history, while celebrating its past champions.

Yahoo Sports - 9h

Shattered Veil Story Easter Egg Guide For Call Of Duty Black Ops 6

The Shattered Veil map is live with Season 3 of Black Ops 6 . This is a brand-new map with a story that takes place after the events of The Tomb map's final cutscene. In this walkthrough, we'll ...

GameSpot - 8h

Umpire CB Bucknor had fans in disbelief after a dreadful day that included 4 missed strikeout calls

CB Bucknor was one of the worst umpires in all of baseball last season.

Yahoo Sports - 8h

Elon Musk's brother slams Trump tariffs, calls them 'permanent tax on the American consumer'

Kimbal Musk, the brother of the world's wealthiest person, took to X on Monday to criticize President Donald Trump's tariffs.

CNBC - 5h

Real Madrid get sharp wake-up call over their reliance on fine margins | Sid Lowe

Defeat against Valencia may have dented their title hopes, but it still takes courage to bet against Carlo Ancelotti’s side. At the end of Real Madrid’s 4-4 draw with Real Sociedad last week, ...

The Guardian - 4h