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Taiwan is selling more to the US than China in major shift away from Beijing
Taiwan is reducing its reliance on the Chinese mainland as it seeks to insulate itself from pressure from Beijing and forge closer economic and trade ties with the United StatesABC News - Tech - China -
Tsai Ing-wen, the leader who brought Taiwan closer to the US, bows out
Taiwan’s first female president has presided over big social changes, but her main legacy is the cultivation of the island’s rising prominence on the world stage. Taiwan’s new president takes office as China says independence and peace ‘like water ...The Guardian - World -
Behind Putin Visit, Unease in Beijing Over His Potential Next Stop: North Korea
The Russian president skipped tacking on Pyongyang to his China visit, but growing ties between Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un are worrying Xi Jinping.The Wall Street Journal - World - North Korea -
Lai Ching-te is inaugurated as Taiwan's president in a transition that is likely to bolster island's ties with the U.S.
Lai Ching-te is inaugurated as Taiwan's president in a transition that is likely to bolster island's ties with the U.S.ABC News - World -
U.A.W. Effort to Organize Mercedes Workers in Alabama Has High Stakes
Southern political leaders say a win for the United Automobile Workers would threaten their economies. Activists want to strike a blow against a system they say exploits the poor.The New York Times - Business -
Mercedes-Benz workers cast final votes in high-stakes UAW election
Alabama Mercedes employees have voted on whether to join the labor group as the United Auto Workers barrels into union-averse Southern states.CBS News - Top stories -
High debt levels put Europe at risk of ‘adverse shocks’, ECB warns
‘Fiscal slippage’ leaves countries vulnerable to geopolitical tensions and higher interest rates, says central bankFinancial Times - World -
Taiwan's steely leader rewrote the book on how to deal with China
Taiwan's outgoing president says boosting her country's military was the only way to defy China's threat.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Building Resilience in High-Performing Teams: 5 Books for Leaders
Add these results-oriented reads to your book list and start building a more productive, cohesive team environment.Inc. - Business -
The battlegrounds that could decide a US-China war over Taiwan
Five key military contests are likely to determine the outcome of a conflictFinancial Times - Business - China -
'Stop threatening us', Taiwan's new president tells China
He urged Beijing to replace confrontation with dialogue, shortly after being sworn in on Monday.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Julian Assange wins right to appeal against extradition to US
Judges had deferred a decision on whether Assange could take his case to another appeal hearing. Julian Assange has been granted leave to mount a fresh appeal against his extradition to the US on charges of leaking military secrets and will be ...The Guardian - World -
UK High Court allows Julian Assange to continue appealing extradition to US
The U.S. Department of Justice unsealed in 2019 an 18-count indictment accusing Assange of violating the Espionage Act.ABC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Taiwan’s new leader faces China threat and voters left behind by chip boom
Lai Ching-te brings record of political battle to precarious position between US and increasingly assertive BeijingFinancial Times - World - China -
Weather tracker: Tornado and hail risk as US storm season ramps up again
Low pressure also expected to raise temperatures in eastern Canada and north-east US, while temperatures plummet in west. After a lull in recent weeks, storm season in the US has begun to ramp up again, with 100mph winds and tennis ball-sized hail ...The Guardian - World -
G7 leaders to discuss €30bn loan for Ukraine using Russian assets
Finance ministers will debate legality of using €270bn in frozen state assets as collateral for loan. Divisions over whether Ukraine can lawfully be handed an extra €30bn (£26bn) loan drawn from €270bn in seized Russian state assets are likely to ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
The Latest | US and Israel strongly condemn ICC prosecutor's request to arrest Israeli officials
The United States and Israel both vehemently condemned a request by the International Criminal Court's chief prosecutor to seek arrest warrants for Israeli leaders in connection with the seven-month war in GazaABC News - World - Israel -
Georgia's president vetoes media law that has provoked weeks of protests
Georgia’s president has vetoed the so-called “Russian law” targeting media that has sparked weeks of mass protestsABC News - World -
Xi assures Putin of continued close cooperation in Beijing
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What do Biden's tariffs mean for the energy transition?
Welcome to The Hill's Energy & Environment newsletter {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story New tariffs could slow climate tech adoption As the Biden administration slaps new import tariffs on a range of metals and ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
The Election Stakes in Mexico
The big question: Will the ruling Morena party get a large enough legislative majority to rewrite the constitution?The Wall Street Journal - World - Mexico -
Putin and Xi announce plans to strengthen military ties in Beijing
Russian leader praises ‘comradely’ talks with Chinese president ahead of concert to mark 75 years of ‘friendship’. . Russia and China have announced they will deepen their already close military ties, as Vladimir Putin met Xi Jinping in Beijing on ...The Guardian - World - China -
The Morning Risk Report
U.S. blocks imports from 26 more Chinese companies over forced labor concerns, and the U.S. pitches deal to ease sanctions on Israeli businessman in a quest for metals. Also, Microsoft asks hundreds of China-based AI staff to consider relocating ...The Wall Street Journal - World -
Are the Risks of Marijuana Overhyped or Undersold?
‘The psychiatric hospitals I oversee are consistently occupied by patients suffering from complications due to cannabis.’The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Morning Risk Report
Binance gets two compliance monitors in settlements with U.S. authorities, and JPMorgan's Jamie Dimon led bank CEOs to fend off tougher capital rules. Also, the U.S. fears undersea cables are vulnerable to espionage from Chinese repair ships.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Green Transition Set to Face Critical Minerals Shortfall, IEA Says
Electric vehicle, wind turbine and solar panel manufacturers face a shortfall in critical metals and minerals unless more investment is made in projects such as new mines and recycling, according to a report from the International Energy Agency.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Tunisians stage anti-migrant protest as the number of stranded in transit to Europe grows
Hundreds of anti-migrant protestors have marched through the streets of a Tunisian town where many migrants are living while waiting to try and travel by boat to EuropeABC News - World -
Embracing the energy transition: how Melbourne is supercharging clean tech growth
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Pope to visit Belgium, Luxembourg in September
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When Form(s) Follows Function
Since 2009, the creators at Forms have been making unusual and sculptural pieces. The latest inspiration? A Japanese shakudo buckle.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Britain risks throttling a golden goose
By restricting student visas, the UK is endangering its world-class university sectorFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Agents of manipulation (the real AI risk)
Artificial agents will make our lives better. At the same time, these superpowers could easily be deployed as agents of manipulation.VentureBeat - Tech -
10 beautiful international vacation spots to visit this summer
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Dream moving Clark, Fever visits to NBA arena
The Atlanta Dream are moving their two regular-season home games against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever to the home of the NBA Hawks to accommodate much larger crowds expected at those games.ESPN - Sports - NBA -
Biden to visit Georgia in bid to court Black voters
President Biden is hitting the campaign trail in Georgia this weekend and focusing his energy on outreach to Black voters. The president will speak with voters Sunday before delivering a commencement address at Morehouse College. CBS News ...CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
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 -
House conservatives try to plan Trump trial visit
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King and Queen visit Chelsea Flower Show
The King visits the Chelsea Flower Show days after he is named the Royal Horticultural Society's patron.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
The Winners and Losers of the N.F.L.’s Schedule Reveal
In his rookie season, Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams will have every opportunity to thrive.The New York Times - Sports - NFL -
A Massive Media Decision Could Be in M.L.B.’s Future
Teams have always controlled their local broadcast rights. Some owners want to change that.The New York Times - Sports