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Survey finds that 60 firms are responsible for half of world’s plastic pollution
Study confirms Philip Morris International, Danone, Nestlé, PepsiCo and Coca-Cola are worst offenders. Fewer than 60 multinationals are responsible for more than half of the world’s plastic pollution, with five responsible for a quarter of that, ...The Guardian - World -
Democrats seen as more successful at passing legislation: Survey
Democrats are seen as more successful at passing legislation in the House of Representatives than their party counterparts, according to a new Monmouth University poll. More than half of Americans surveyed, 53 percent, said that Democrats have ...The Hill - Politics -
Just 1 in 5 want Johnson replaced as Speaker: Survey
Only 1 in 5 Americans want Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to be replaced, according to a new poll, which also found Democrats are more positive about him than they were late last year. A quarter of respondents are opposed to replacing Johnson, ...The Hill - Politics -
Consumer sentiment weakens in late April, University of Michigan survey says
Consumer sentiment deteriorated near the end of April, according to the latest reading from the University of Michigan.MarketWatch - Business -
US no longer viewed as most influential global power in Africa: Survey
The United States is no longer viewed as the most influential global power in Africa, having been surpassed by China in a new survey from Gallup. The survey found that median approval ratings of the U.S. slipped from 59 percent in 2022 to 56 ...The Hill - Politics -
Americans largely split on support for Ukraine aid as Congress passes deal: Survey
Americans are split about whether the United States should continue to send more aid to Ukraine for its war with Russia, despite Congress recently passing a bill to do so, a new survey found. The survey, conducted by YouGov, found that 28 percent ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Israel’s Claim of Killing ‘Half’ of Hezbollah Commanders in Lebanon Draws Skepticism
The assertion is just “psychological warfare,” says one Lebanese expert on the militant group.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Israel’s Claim of Killing ‘Half’ of Hezbollah Commanders in Lebanon Draws Skepticism
The assertion is just “psychological warfare,” says one Lebanese expert on the militant group.The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
Half-Birthday Parties for Adults Are Now a Reason to Spend Big
Younger adults especially are throwing themed picnics, booking DJs and planning vacations that run into the thousands of dollars.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Finding Comfort in a Haircut
A good cut is hard to find no matter where you live. But some hairstylists know it holds more weight for their transgender clients.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
New book chronicles half-century of Asian American life, through the lens of one photographer
When Corky Lee was a high school junior in New York City in the 1960s, he wondered why Asian Americans were missing from history class narratives about who had built America and who could be considered American.NBC News - Top stories -
Deutsche Bank expects fewer U.S. commercial real estate provisions in second half
Deutsche Bank, one of the banks most exposed to U.S. commercial real estate, reported elevated levels of credit-loss provisions for a second straight quarter but said they will start to gradually decline.MarketWatch - Business -
You need at least $1 million to retire comfortably in these 10 U.S. states—half are in the Northeast
While not everyone hopes to retire as a millionaire, you may need to be one to retire comfortably in these U.S. states, per GOBankingRates.CNBC - Business -
Half of U.S. households can only afford a $400 car payment. Their options — new or used — are scarce.
The large number of buyers seeking a low-cost, entry-level vehicle are underserved in today’s market.MarketWatch - Business -
Jamie Dimon thinks the odds of a ‘soft landing’ are about half of what Wall Street expects
The JPMorgan Chase CEO’s Wall Street Journal interview covered a range of topics — from his morning routine to his views on the Fed.MarketWatch - Business -
These cities have the dirtiest air, new report finds
It's not as simple as looking up in the sky and seeing "clean air," so how can you really know?The Hill - Politics -
The National Enquirer’s Parent Company Struggles To Find A Buyer
The parent company of The Enquirer, the tabloid now famous for its ties to former President Donald J. Trump, has tried repeatedly to sell the publication. It hasn’t been easy.The New York Times - Business -
The National Enquirer’s Parent Company Struggles To Find A Buyer
The parent company of The Enquirer, the tabloid now famous for its ties to former President Donald J. Trump, has tried repeatedly to sell the publication. It hasn’t been easy.The New York Times - Top stories -
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'Britain's Pompeii': UK's largest Bronze Age find goes on display
An exhibition showcasing many of its finds is opening in Peterborough, close to where it was found.BBC News - Top stories -
A Novelist Who Finds Inspiration in Germany’s Tortured History
Jenny Erpenbeck became a writer when her childhood and her country, the German Democratic Republic, disappeared, swallowed by the materialist West.The New York Times - World -
Agency failures contributed to park deaths - coroner
David Wails, Joe Ritchie-Bennett and James Furlong were stabbed to death in Reading in June 2020.BBC News - Top stories -
Cakes and drinks sweetener neotame can damage gut wall, scientists find
Industry’s sugar substitute E961 can have ‘toxic effect on health’, says study finding sweetener capable of damaging intestinal bacteria. A sweetener used in cakes, soft drinks and chewing gum can seriously damage people’s health by weakening the ...The Guardian - World -
Hawaiian scientist quests to find and save the state’s native sugarcanes
Sugarcane biodiversity disappeared as big plantations dominated the sugar trade in Hawaii, but now native varieties are making a comeback. . Noa Kekuewa Lincoln remembers when he first encountered native Hawaiian sugarcane in 2004. The fresh ...The Guardian - World -
Julie Andrews on finding her voice again, as a children's book author
The singer and actress began a new career when she teamed with daughter Emma Walton Hamilton to write a hugely successful series of children's books. Their 35th, "Waiting in the Wings," about a troupe of theatrical ducks, is based on a true story.CBS News - Entertainment -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Heat-Related ER Visits Rose in 2023, CDC Study Finds
As record heat enveloped the nation, the rate of emergency room visits increased compared with the previous five years, a sign of the major health risks of high temperatures.The New York Times - Health -
Employers are using zero-hours contracts to cut wage bills, study finds
Research by Resolution Foundation will increase calls for reform of UK workers’ rightsFinancial Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Employers are using zero-hours contracts to cut wage bills, study finds
Research by Resolution Foundation will increase calls for reform of UK workers’ rightsFinancial Times - Business -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World -
Myanmar’s Young Rebels Find the Bright Sides to an Internet Blackout
Even through the Myanmar army’s communications blackout, residents of a conflict zone find moments of grace, and occasional connectivity, away from the battlefield.The New York Times - World