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Political party scene heats up for Correspondents' dinner: Here's what's happening
The political party scene is popping, with more than 25 events poised to be held in honor of this year's White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Here's a running list of all the parties, galas and other gatherings taking place around ...The Hill - Politics -
For the Sake of Democracy, Celebrate Mike Johnson
In this one instance, at least, he stood on principle.The New York Times - Top stories -
Lessons in Democracy From F.C. Porto
A powerful president and a popular rival highlight an election that has already featured fights, arrests and accusations of intimidation.The New York Times - World -
Chicago "rat hole" removed from sidewalk, but preserved intact
The rat hole had been there for several years—some estimate around 20—but gained fame on social media just this year.CBS News - Top stories -
Party Like It’s 1989
In the 1980s and ’90s, Dafydd Jones’s party shots captured Manhattan’s rich and powerful.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Portugal marks the 50th anniversary of the Carnation Revolution army coup that brought democracy
Military vehicles and red carnations return to the streets and squares of downtown Lisbon on Thursday as Portugal reenacts dramatic moments from the army coup that brought democracy 50 years agoABC News - World -
Pace of economic growth slows as inflation remains stubborn
Economic growth increased at a slower pace than economists had predicted in the first quarter, while President Biden continued to deliver a positive message about the economy. NBC News' Peter Alexander reports.NBC News - Politics -
Pace of economic growth slows as inflation remains stubborn
Economic growth increased at a slower pace than economists had predicted in the first quarter, while President Biden continued to deliver a positive message about the economy. NBC News' Peter Alexander reports.NBC News - Top stories -
Stocks on Track for Weekly Gains as PCE Inflation Hits 2.7%
Stocks were climbing and headed for weekly gains despite another round of firm inflation data.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Stubborn Inflation Could Prod Fed to Keep Rates High for Longer
Hopes for substantial cuts in interest rates are fading as inflation shows more staying power than expected.The New York Times - Top stories - Federal Reserve -
The Politics of Ukraine Are Changing
Nine more Senate Republicans reject the isolationist temptation.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Spice Girls reunite at Victoria Beckham's birthday party
The Spice Girls had a reunion on Saturday and even put on an impromptu performance.CBS News - Entertainment -
Pro-Palestinian protests planned for Washington's premier party weekend
Pro-Palestinian protesters are looking to puncture the festive bubble this weekend surrounding the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.NBC News - Top stories -
UUP votes against budget as other parties agree
The UUP runs the Health Department - which has got less money than Robin Swann says it needs.BBC News - Top stories -
Chinese student given 9-month prison sentence for harassing person posting democracy leaflets
The U.S. Attorney's office says a Chinese former student at Boston's Berklee College of Music has been sentenced to nine months in prison for stalking and threatening a person who posted a flyer in support of democracy in the Asian countryABC News - Top stories -
Chinese student sentenced to 9 months in prison for harassing pro-democracy activist in Boston
A former Berklee College of Music student from China was sentenced Wednesday to nine months in prison for stalking and threatening a pro-democracy activist.NBC News - Top stories -
Repatriated South African apartheid-era artworks on display to celebrate 30 years of democracy
A selection of South African artworks produced during the country’s apartheid era which ended up in foreign art collections is on display in JohannesburgABC News - World -
Repatriated South African apartheid-era artworks on display to celebrate 30 years of democracy
A selection of South African artworks produced during the country’s apartheid era which ended up in foreign art collections is on display in JohannesburgABC News - Entertainment -
Humana’s stock falls as earnings outlook to remain unclear for months
Humana’s stock turned lower Wednesday, after the health insurer reported a quarterly profit that beat expectations by a wide margin and boosted its outlook for Medicare Advantage membership growth, but said uncertainty over the earnings outlook ...MarketWatch - Business -
Source: Xavi to remain Barça coach after U-turn
Xavi Hernández has agreed to remain on as Barcelona coach until the end of his contract in 2025, a source confirmed to ESPN, reversing his decision to step down in the summer.ESPN - Sports -
Nestle Sales Growth Slows Sharply on Consumer Uncertainty
Nestle’s first-quarter organic sales missed forecasts as consumer demand remained weak, particularly in North America, while supply-chain disruptions continued to hold back volumes.The Wall Street Journal - World -
E.P.A. Severely Limits Pollution From Coal-Burning Power Plants
New regulations could spell the end for plants that burn coal, the fossil fuel that powered the country for more than a century.The New York Times - Top stories -
Unilever, Nestle slow price rises but the struggle for consumers remains
Both Nestle’s and Unilever updated investors on Thursday, with markets closely eyeing how the companies are handling the start of pulling back on price hikes.MarketWatch - Business -
The new Duranty effect: Russia's propaganda machine remains effective a century later
The importance of countering Russia's information warfare has never been higher.The Hill - Politics -
10 years later, Flint's and America's water remains unnecessarily hazardous
We the people are demanding stronger regulations and enforcement measures to protect the most vulnerable members of our society.The Hill - Politics -
Why Drafting a Successful N.F.L. Quarterback Remains ‘an Inexact Science’
The franchise quarterback — the highly coveted symbol of hope — is also the rarest of breeds.The New York Times - Sports - NFL -
Yen Hits New Multidecade Low
The yen hit a fresh multidecade low against the dollar, after Bank of Japan Gov. Kazuo Ueda disappointed traders seeking hints on further rate increases.The Wall Street Journal - World -
U.S. 10-Year Treasury Yield Remains Near Multi-Month Highs
Treasury yields remained at multi-month highs they reached on Thursday, following weaker-than-expected first-quarter GDP and a stronger-than-expected acceleration in core PCE inflation.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Oil prices set for weekly gains, despite easing back from highs after U.S. inflation data
Oil futures climbed on Friday, with both U.S. and global benchmark crude prices headed for their first weekly gains in three weeks.MarketWatch - Business -
Google says it will miss target for ending third-party cookies
Google said Tuesday that it will no longer be able to complete its phaseout of third-party cookies by the end of 2024. “We recognize that there are ongoing challenges related to reconciling divergent feedback from the industry, regulators and ...The Hill - Politics - Google -
This Store-Bought Dinner Is What Smart Party Hosts Are Serving
A bountiful spread of mezze: always chic. Just in time for spring picnics and no-cook dinners, your guide to buying and serving all the dips, salads and nibbles you’ll need.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Pro-Palestinian protests planned for Washington's premier party weekend
Pro-Palestinian protesters are looking to puncture the festive bubble this weekend surrounding the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner.NBC News - Politics -
5 Fantastical Tablescapes Themes to Inspire Your Next Dinner Party
From garnet-studded cutlery to whimsical dinner plates, these tablescapes may inspire your next dinner party.The Wall Street Journal - World -
A Russian actress who called for peace was fined for hosting an 'almost naked' party
A Moscow court has imposed a 50,000-ruble ($560) fine on a TV presenter and actress who gained notoriety for hosting an “almost naked” party, saying her social media posts calling for peace discredited the militaryABC News - World - Russia -
DC eyes chance to 'exhale' as it enters Correspondents' dinner party mode
Amid a backdrop of conflicts abroad and the rough-and-tumble election, Washington is ready to party, with a dizzying number of events lined up in celebration of the White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) dinner. The annual dinner on ...The Hill - Politics -
With the 2024 NFL Draft hours away, here's our final mock
The Cardinals have a big opportunity to be one of the main pivot points tonight. The question: Is the risk worth the quarterback reward for Arizona?Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Far-Right Greek Party Is Banned From E.U. Parliament Elections
The Supreme Court in Greece found that Spartans had “offered their party as a cloak” for the former spokesman of the banned neo-Nazi party Golden Dawn.The New York Times - World -
WATCH: TSA explosives detection canine given party to celebrate retirement
Messi, the TSA explosives detection canine, had a retirement party in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport complete with over a dozen tennis balls, a bubble machine, party hat and cupcake.ABC News - Top stories -
Weekly quiz: What did the Spice Girls sing at Posh's party?
Test how closely you have been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.BBC News - Top stories -
Chris Mason: Parties squabble over policy pledges as elections loom
Political leaders fight for headlines ahead of local elections, leading to rumours of a general election.BBC News - Top stories