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Washington’s weird marriage of convenience — hoodied John Fetterman and straitlaced Andy Kim
They don’t have much in common besides being Democrats who don’t want Bob Menendez in the SenatePolitico - Politics -
Biden said he’d take another stab at a border bill — but nothing appears in the works
‘They pulled a rabbit out of a hat on Ukraine, but there’s no chance they’re getting anything out of Mike Johnson’s House on border security’Politico - Politics - Joe Biden -
White House doesn’t want to touch House speaker drama
Even though Johnson helped move his foreign policy aid package, the president isn’t going to intervene on a conservative effort to oust him.Politico - Politics - House -
FAA bill overcomes first Senate hurdle ahead of May 10 deadline
The Senate on Wednesday took the first step toward passing a five-year reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the final must-pass piece of legislation until the fall. Senators voted 89 to 10 to overcome the first procedural ...The Hill - Politics -
House Democratic leaders said they would block any effort to oust Speaker Johnson, moving to protect the Republican from retaliation by his hard-right flank after the passage of a foreign-aid package that included funding for Ukraine.
House Democratic leaders said they would block any effort to oust Speaker Johnson, moving to protect the Republican from retaliation by his hard-right flank after the passage of a foreign-aid package that included funding for Ukraine.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Johnson temporarily dodges ouster vote as House passes foreign aid
Conservative rebels are hoping the week-long recess will build support for their pending effort to boot the speaker.Politico - Politics -
Australia Cracks Down on Foreign Cash in Critical Minerals
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White House OMB director on foreign aid, Key Bridge collapse and more
President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris and other White House officials have been on the campaign trail touting the administration's economic achievements. However, Americans in several battleground states say they are not satisfied with the ...CBS News - Top stories -
Speaker Johnson, Republicans ramp up criticism of 'out of control' college protests
Speaker Mike Johnson and other House Republicans are stepping up their criticism of the college protests happening nationwide in connection to the Israel-Hamas war.ABC News - Top stories - Republican Party -
Johnson won't remove conservative hard-liners from critical committee
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Why the Senate GOP is downplaying the chances of a red wave
Republicans have a shot at more than a half-dozen Senate seats, but they're purposefully tempering expectations after failures in 2020 and 2022.Politico - Politics -
Luka overcomes illness, knee to put Mavs up 3-2
Luka Doncic put up 35 points, 7 rebounds and 10 assists despite playing through illness and a sprained knee.ESPN - Sports -
Labour set to unveil weakened package of workers’ rights
Shadow ministers have been discussing how to tone down some of pledges in ‘New Deal’ to ease employer misgivingsFinancial Times - World -
NYPD Columbia raid criticized by some progressives
The New York City Police Department’s (NYPD) sweeping operation at Columbia University late Tuesday was met with fierce criticism from many progressive lawmakers, who pushed officials to deescalate the situation. Hundreds of police officers ...The Hill - Politics -
Labour set to unveil weakened package of workers’ rights
Shadow ministers have been discussing how to tone down some of pledges in ‘New Deal’ to ease employer misgivingsFinancial Times - Business -
Eli Lilly assures investors it can overcome the high-quality problem of too much demand
The world's most valuable drugmaker hiked its full-year sales and profit guidance, despite missing lighter-than-expected first-quarter revenue.CNBC - Business -
Former White House social secretary details her 'Undiplomatic' way of overcoming imposter syndrome
She was in a role that demands tact and courtesy, but now Deesha Dyer is getting "Undiplomatic," opening up about her unexpected ascent from community college student to Obama White House social secretary. In her just-released book, ...The Hill - Politics -
Why Every Entrepreneur Should Understand How Packaging Influences Consumer Behavior
Understand what influences the behavior your customers.Inc. - Business -
Makeup brand criticized for creating deep black foundation shade reminiscent of black face paint
A makeup company with products available at Ulta Beauty released a deep black foundation shade after beauty gurus said its initial shade range wasn’t inclusive.NBC News - Top stories -
Barnard president loses vote of no confidence as criticism mounts over protest response
The president of Barnard College lost a faculty-wide vote of no confidence on Tuesday, as criticism mounts over the school’s response to a pro-Palestine encampment that has sparked a national movement and beckoned the political spotlight. About 77 ...The Hill - Politics -
Argentina president’s scaled-down economic package wins approval in lower house
Argentina President Javier Milei’s scaled-back package of reform measures designed to turn around an economy with the highest rate of inflation in the world won approval from in the lower-house of congress.MarketWatch - Business -
4/28: The Book Report by Washington Post critic Ron Charles
The "Sunday Morning" book reviewer offers his picks from this month's new fiction and non-fiction titles, including a new book by Amor Towles, author of "A Gentleman in Moscow," and Judi Dench's love letter to Shakespeare.CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 28)
This month's fiction and non-fiction titles include the follow-up from Amor Towles, author of the international sensation, "A Gentleman in Moscow."CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
Is Mufasa: The Lion King "Soulless"? Director Strikes Back Against Criticism
Director Barry Jenkins, known for helming Oscar-winner Moonlight, was prepared like Scar to defend Mufasa: The Lion King, which just received its first teaser trailer. The filmmaker responded to a social media post that said the prequel/sequel is ...GameSpot - Tech -
‘Unethical’ junk food packaging manipulates children into craving sweets, report claims
Bite Back, a Jamie Oliver campaign group, found the 10 biggest producers reel in young shoppers with attention-grabbing colours and cartoons. Food companies are using bright colours and cartoon characters in an “unethical” effort to manipulate ...The Guardian - World -
Morning Report — Speaker assures GOP critics of ‘big’ 2025 plans
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) — the target of a promised GOP coup next week, which will fail — suggests he wants to lead Republicans in the next Congress. "I’m doing my duty, as I’ve been called by my colleagues to do. I’ll continue to do it as ...The Hill - Politics -
Georgia Bill Targeting ‘Foreign Interests’ Draws Protests
Opponents of the measure, which resembles a Russian law that Moscow has used to crack down on dissidents, say it could undermine efforts for Georgia to join the European Union.The New York Times - World -
Why are Georgians protesting against a ‘foreign agents’ bill?
Violent police crackdown follows nightly protests by thousands opposed to law seen as anti-democratic and pro-Russia. Europe live – latest updatesWatchdogs and western governments have condemned a police crackdown on protesters in Georgia who are ...The Guardian - World -
Protests Swell in Georgia Over ‘Foreign Interests’ Bill
The authorities in the Eastern European nation said security forces had used water cannons and tear gas as demonstrators took to the streets over divisive legislation advanced by Parliament.The New York Times - World -
German foreign minister's Pacific trip begins in Australia
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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 -
How to clean your hearing aids
Learn how to properly clean and maintain your hearing aids.CBS News - Top stories -
EU increases financial aid to Lebanon
Bloc set to pay €1bn to help Beirut accommodate Syrian refugeesFinancial Times - World - European Union -
Former Italian foreign minister convicted for role in sale of Monte Carlo apartment
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Searches on Americans in FBI foreign intelligence database fell in 2023
The FBI's searches, some of which were deemed to be improper in the past, were a flashpoint in a months-long fight in Congress over the reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA.CBS News - Top stories -
GOP senator calls for deporting certain foreign student protesters
Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) called for the U.S. government to revoke the visas given to international students who are Hamas sympathizers and deport them as college protests continue nationwide. “You cannot go around yelling ‘I am Hamas’ or ...The Hill - Politics -
Georgia condemned for crackdown on protesters opposing ‘foreign agents’ bill
EU leads calls for halt to escalating violence after police use water cannon, teargas and stun grenades against demonstrators. Western politicians and diplomats have called for a halt to spiralling violence in Georgia after security forces used ...The Guardian - World -
Searches on Americans in FBI foreign intelligence database fell in 2023
The FBI's searches, some of which were deemed to be improper in the past, were a flashpoint in a months-long fight in Congress over the reauthorization of Section 702 of FISA.CBS News - Politics -
German foreign minister sets off on South Pacific trip
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China looms large as German foreign minister sets off on Pacific trip
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