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Blinken urges Israel and Hamas to move ahead with a cease-fire deal and says 'the time is now'
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met with Israeli leaders in his push for a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas to impress on them that “the time is now" for an agreement that would free hostages and bring a pause in the nearly ...ABC News - World - Israel -
Violence breaks out at some pro-Palestinian campus protests
Police ended pro-Palestinian protesters' occupation of a Columbia University building but violence erupted at UCLA and the University of Arizona as schools stepped up efforts to end demonstrations.CBS News - Top stories -
Blinken Pushes for Gaza Cease-Fire Deal in Visit to Israel
The Biden administration, rocked by protests at U.S. college campuses, is pursuing an agreement to halt the fighting.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
Blinken urges Hamas to accept cease-fire deal, Netanyahu vows to attack Raffah either way
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel holding meetings with top officials Wednesday. He is also ramping up pressure on Hamas to accept the latest cease-fire proposal and hostage release deal. But the secretary's visit comes as ...CBS News - Top stories -
Violence erupts at UCLA as pro-Palestinian protesters, counter-protesters clash
A pro-Palestinian encampment at UCLA came under attack from counter-protesters, who launched some type of fireworks into the tents, according to witnesses.CBS News - Top stories -
The Latest | In Israel, Blinken pushes Hamas to agree on Gaza cease-fire deal
U_S_ Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel to press for a cease-fire deal with Hamas, saying “the time is now.”ABC News - World - Israel -
Blinken offers hostage families hope as he pushes for Israel-Hamas truce
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.CBS News - Top stories - Israel -
Antony Blinken tells Israel and Hamas that ‘time is now’ for a deal
US secretary of state says militant group must accept latest proposal put forward by international mediatorsFinancial Times - World - Israel -
Blinken offers hostage families hope as he pushes for Israel-Hamas truce
In Israel for his 7th visit during the war in Gaza, Antony Blinken conveys "cautious optimism" to hostage families that a deal could be reached.CBS News - World - Israel -
Antony Blinken tells Israel and Hamas that ‘time is now’ for a deal
Secretary of state says militant group must accept latest proposal but reiterates US opposition to Rafah offensiveFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
Blinken says 'time is now' for Israel-Hamas deal in Gaza
Hamas has not yet responded to the latest proposal, which reportedly includes a 40-day ceasefire.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Middle East Crisis: Hamas Resists Israel’s Latest Cease-Fire Offer
The U.S. secretary of state is on a tour of the Middle East to press for a cease-fire deal, but a Hamas spokesman said the group could not accept the latest Israeli proposal without changes.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Pro-Palestinian protesters call on Olympic officials to limit Israel's participation in Paris Games
Pro-Palestinian protesters have called on Olympic officials to limit Israel’s participation at the Summer Games in the French capitalABC News - Sports - Israel -
German employers urge longer hours as workers celebrate Workers' Day
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Lift Germany's debt brake to advance social justice, union urges
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Drew Barrymore urged VP Kamala Harris to be 'Mamala of the country.' The internet recoiled
Drew Barrymore faces waves of backlash on social media for pleading to Vice President Kamala Harris that she become the 'Mamala of the country.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Blinken Is in Jordan to Discuss Aid for Gaza
The U.S. secretary of state’s visit to Jordan comes as the Biden administration tries to pressure Hamas to accept a deal that would result in a temporary cease-fire in the war in Gaza and the release of some hostages.The New York Times - World -
Amazon sales soar with boost from artificial intelligence and advertising
Revenue at Amazon Web Services increases to $25bn as retail giant releases earnings report surpassing Wall Street expectations. Amazon profits soared once again in the first quarter of 2024, the company announced on Tuesday – the latest in a ...The Guardian - World -
The 1-Word Master Class for Leaders Ready to Soar
Interconnectedness is a leadership master class in a single word. Here's why.Inc. - Business -
Blinken says ‘time is now’ for Gaza cease-fire
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said late Tuesday that "the time is now" for a cease-fire agreement in the Gaza war, and that it is up to Hamas to agree to Israel's proposal and "compromise." Blinken's remarks came during a press conference ...The Hill - Politics -
Pinterest shares soar 18% on earnings beat, strong revenue growth
Shares of Pinterest popped in extended trading Tuesday after the company reported first-quarter results.CNBC - Business -
Blinken Meets With Netanyahu, Hoping to Stave Off Rafah Assault
President Biden is pushing Hamas to release some hostages for a six-week cease-fire, but Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he will do a major assault in Rafah “with or without” a deal.The New York Times - World -
Blinken tells Hamas time for 'haggling' over truce deal has ended
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Colombia to cut diplomatic ties with Israel
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Wednesday he plans to sever diplomatic ties with Israel over the Middle Eastern country’s conduct in its war against Hamas in Gaza. Speaking at a May Day rally in Bogotá’s central Plaza de Bolívar, Petro ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Colombia to cut diplomatic ties with Israel
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April 30, 2024 - US university protests
Over 100 demonstrators were arrested at Columbia University and City College of New York after police cracked down on people protesting Israel's war in Gaza.CNN - Top stories -
Pro-Palestinian protesters face threat of suspension
Pro-Palestinian protesters are facing the threat of suspension after refusing to break down their encampment at Columbia University. More arrests were made on campuses across the country, including the University of Texas, University Georgia and ...CBS News - World -
Pro-Palestinian protesters, counter-protesters clash at UCLA
After UCLA declared a pro-Palestinian encampment unlawful, a clash between dozens of protesters and counter-protesters led to one person being driven away in an ambulance. The victim's injuries were unclear.CBS News - Top stories -
Palestinians in Gaza Express Gratitude for U.S. Campus Protests
The protests have come at a fearful time for Palestinians in Rafah, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel vowing to launch a ground invasion of the city.The New York Times - World -
Police remove pro-Palestinian encampment at University of Wisconsin
Police on Wednesday removed an encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Officials there said at least a dozen arrests were made and police would remain on the scene, but that they aren't asking protesters to ...CBS News - Top stories -
Trump on political violence in 2024: 'If we don't win, you know, it depends'
Donald Trump said he doesn't think there'll be political violence this election because he'll win — but that it "always depends on the fairness of an election."NBC News - Politics - Donald Trump -
Australia to police internet porn, spend $600 million on domestic violence victims
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Police move in on University of Texas at Dallas protesters
State troopers are moving in on protesters in Dallas, Texas as campus demonstrations continue across the US.BBC News - Top stories -
Hundreds of Protesters Arrested as Universities Blame Outsiders for Escalating Violence
Police cracked down on pro-Palestinian encampments at Columbia, UCLA and other college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World -
College protests updates: UCLA cancels all classes due to 'violence' overnight
Protests have broken out at colleges and universities across the country in connection with the war in Gaza.ABC News - Top stories -
Surge in maritime violence boosts demand for private security forces
Shipowners pay for advice and armed guards as navies unable to fully protect vessels from pirates and Houthi attacksFinancial Times - Business -
Hundreds of Protesters Arrested as Universities Blame Outsiders for Escalating Violence
Police cracked down on pro-Palestinian encampments at Columbia, UCLA and other college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Pinterest’s stock soars 17% on big revenue and profit beat, 500 million monthly active users
Pinterest Inc.’s stock soared in extended trading Tuesday following quarterly results and revenue guidance that exceeded Wall Street estimates.MarketWatch - Business -
Home prices soar even higher in February, despite higher mortgage rates, says S&P Case-Shiller
It marked another increase after the prior month's annual gain of 6%, and the fastest rate of price growth since November 2022.CNBC - Business -
The Fed would only cut rates to help the U.S. service its soaring debt, fund manager says
The reason the Fed may be tempted to cut rates would be to help the U.S. cover interest payments on the national debt, according to fund manager Freddie Lait.CNBC - Business