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Georgia governor signs controversial Republican-backed bill requiring cash bail for more offenses
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (D) signed a controversial bill requiring cash bail for more offenses that require cash bail Wednesday, according to a press release from his office. Senate Bill 63 (SB 3) adds offenses including racketeering, sex ...The Hill - Politics -
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The luxury titan that’s really a real-estate juggernautThe Wall Street Journal - World -
Tesla's Downsizing Worries Supercharger Industry
Widespread layoffs within the Tesla unit are a blow to efforts to build out a national charging network.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Tesla's Downsizing Worries Supercharger Industry
Widespread layoffs within the Tesla unit are a blow to efforts to build out a national charging network.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Two Republicans joined Democrats in the Arizona Senate to roll back the state's near total ban on abortions, as some in the GOP look to reverse a major political liability for the party.
Two Republicans joined Democrats in the Arizona Senate to roll back the state’s near total ban on abortions, as some in the GOP look to reverse a major political liability for the party.The Wall Street Journal - World -
These are the most dangerous jobs in America
Wyoming and North Dakota had the highest rate of employee fatalities, according to an analysis from labor union AFL-CIOCBS News - Top stories -
Swiss Franc Could Rise in Coming Weeks Due to Position Squeeze
The Swiss franc could appreciate in the coming weeks as extensive short positions—or bets on the currency falling—could result in a squeeze that pushes the currency higher, BNP Paribas said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
She Was Convicted of Making a Bank Her Personal ATM---and Sentenced to Death
The case became one of the most high profile in a relentless anticorruption campaign in Vietnam dubbed the “Blazing Furnace.”The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Switch Hitter in Baseball Is Going Extinct
Superstars who slugged from both sides of the plate were once a feature of the major leagues. Now they have become a dying breed.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Corporate Tax Reality
It’s double taxation, plain and simple.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Helping Ukraine is in Floridians' Interest
Sen. Rubio’s opposition to aid disappoints a constituent and softens a long-time GOPer’s exit from the party.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
We are hiking our price target on Eaton as demand for AI computing power heats up
Results under the hood were a bit mixed, but the positives far outweighed the negatives.CNBC - Business -
China’s Electric Cars Keep Improving, a Worry for Rivals Elsewhere
More capable autonomous driving is just one way Chinese automakers are threatening to pull ahead — their E.V.s are also becoming bigger and roomier.The New York Times - Business - China -
China’s Electric Cars Keep Improving, a Worry for Rivals Elsewhere
More capable autonomous driving is just one way Chinese automakers are threatening to pull ahead — their E.V.s are also becoming bigger and roomier.The New York Times - Top stories - China -
Hamas hostage's niece worries a deal isn't in Netanyahu's "political interest"
Hanna Siegel's uncle, U.S.-Israeli citizen Keith Siegel, was one of the hostages seen in a Hamas propaganda video Saturday.CBS News - Politics -
Oil Extends Losses on U.S. Inflation Concerns
Oil prices were down more than 1% in Europe after the latest U.S. economic data further dented hopes the Federal Reserve could start cutting interest rates anytime soon.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Pinterest Stock Jumps on Higher Revenue, Narrower Loss
Pinterest shares jumped after the social-media platform reported higher quarterly revenue and a narrower loss.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Pinterest Records Higher Revenue, Narrower Loss
The social-media platform surpassed half a billion monthly active users and reporting 23% revenue growth, its fastest user and revenue growth since 2021. Shares rose 16% premarket.The Wall Street Journal - World -
O’Sullivan & Trump suffer shock quarter-final defeats
Seven-time champion Ronnie O’Sullivan and Judd Trump both suffer shock defeats in the quarter-finals of the World Championship at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield.BBC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Job Openings and Hiring Are at a 3-Year Ebb
March data showed a cooling labor market, but layoffs remain low. The overall trend is likely to be welcomed by Federal Reserve policymakers.The New York Times - Top stories -
Brissett eager to battle Maye for Pats' QB1 job
Veteran QB Jacoby Brissett, who signed a one-year contract with the Patriots in March worth a base value of $8 million, said Wednesday that he looks forward to competing with No. 3 pick Drake Maye for the team's starting job.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Job Openings and Hiring Are at a 3-Year Ebb
March data showed a cooling labor market, but layoffs remain low. The overall trend is likely to be welcomed by Federal Reserve policymakers.The New York Times - Business -
A Strong Job Market? Try Telling That to These Workers
Job seekers say getting hired is deceptively hard, and recruiters agree that qualified candidates are often passed over.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Fed is stuck, and so are stocks
Growth is still strong and inflation too highFinancial Times - World - Federal Reserve -
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
Millions of families will face bigger internet bills starting in May because a federal broadband subsidy program is set to expireABC News - Tech -
Netanyahu insistent on Rafah invasion regardless of push for hostage deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is again signaling he will go ahead with a ground invasion of the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite pleas from thousands of protesters to broker a deal to bring back the rest of the hostages held by ...CBS News - Top stories -
Same-Store Sales at Starbucks Drop, Pushing Revenue Down 1.8%
After the chain’s quarterly earnings missed Wall Street’s estimates, its shares fell more than 12 percent in after-hours trading.The New York Times - Business -
Ninth-inning collapse pushes Rockies into the bad kind of MLB history
The Rockies have trailed for at least part of all 29 of their games this season.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
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 -
Morehouse College pushes the White House for 'direct engagement' ahead of Biden's speech
Morehouse College faculty remain apprehensive about the decision to have President Joe Biden deliver the school’s commencement speech on May 19, and have asked the White House to take some steps to address their concerns.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Saudis push for ‘plan B’ that excludes Israel from key deal with US
Riyadh seeks more modest agreement with Washington in absence of Gaza ceasefire and Netanyahu resistance to Palestinian state. The US and Saudi Arabia have drafted a set of agreements on security and technology-sharing which were intended to be ...The Guardian - 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 -
Netanyahu insistent on Rafah invasion regardless of push for hostage deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is again signaling he will go ahead with a ground invasion of the southern Gaza city of Rafah, despite pleas from thousands of protesters to broker a deal to bring back the rest of the hostages held by ...CBS News - World -
Greene's bid to topple Johnson veers closer to backfiring
The Georgia Republican now has to make a choice: Either don't call the ouster vote, or force one and watch it fail. Both options risk hurting her politically.Politico - Politics -
Morehouse College pushes the White House for 'direct engagement' ahead of Biden's speech
Morehouse College faculty remain apprehensive about the decision to have President Joe Biden deliver the school’s commencement speech on May 19, and have asked the White House to take some steps to address their concerns.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
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 -
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 -
Florida's 6-week abortion ban takes effect as doctors worry women will lose access to health care
Florida’s ban on most abortions after six weeks of pregnancy has gone into effect, and some doctors are concerned that women in the state will no longer have access to needed health careABC News - Health - Abortion -
Georgia governor signs immigration bill months after UGA slaying, worrying Latino advocates
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp said the new immigration law he signed in response to the slaying of Laken Riley at UGA would improve public safety, but opponents said it would erode trust between immigrant and Latino communities and law enforcement.NBC News - Top stories -
Trump trades New York worries for hit of adulation from his Maga faithful
On a day off from his criminal trial, the ex-president hit the campaign trail – and ran through his familiar litany of falsehoods and complaints. At a remote rural airport in Michigan, an outsized plane touched down as music from Tom Cruise’s film ...The Guardian - World - New York