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Israel’s Invasion of Rafah Is All but Inevitable, Experts Say
Israel says an assault on Gaza’s southernmost city is vital to dismantling Hamas and has proposed evacuating civilians. But more than a million people have taken refuge in the city.The New York Times - Top stories - Israel -
More than 3 million Medicare patients could be eligible for coverage of Wegovy to reduce heart disease risks, study says
For the first time, some Medicare beneficiaries will be able to access Novo Nordisk's Wegovy without having to shoulder the total monthly price tag.CNBC - Business -
Here's when a reverse mortgage makes sense, experts say
Reverse mortgages can often be smart financial tools in retirement, according to the experts we spoke with.CBS News - Top stories -
Ousted federal election official gave himself a pay raise and misused funds for Harvard classes, watchdog says
Steven M. Frid, the former executive director of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, was fired after less than a year in the position.NBC News - Politics -
Ukraine ‘will have a chance at victory’ with new US aid, Zelenskyy says
“I think this support will really strengthen the armed forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy said of the House-approved aid bill.Politico - Politics - Ukraine -
Ukraine ‘will have a chance at victory’ with new US aid, Zelenskyy says
“I think this support will really strengthen the armed forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy said of the House-approved aid bill.Politico - Politics - Ukraine -
US to send new Ukraine aid right away, Biden says
The president says weapons and equipment will be sent to Kyiv "in the next few hours", after approval from Congress.BBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Ukraine ‘will have a chance at victory’ with new US aid, Zelenskyy says
“I think this support will really strengthen the armed forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy said of the House-approved aid bill.Politico - Politics - Ukraine -
Ukraine ‘will have a chance at victory’ with new US aid, Zelenskyy says
“I think this support will really strengthen the armed forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy said of the House-approved aid bill.Politico - Politics - Ukraine -
Ukraine ‘will have a chance at victory’ with new US aid, Zelenskyy says
“I think this support will really strengthen the armed forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy said of the House-approved aid bill.Politico - Politics - Ukraine -
Ukraine ‘will have a chance at victory’ with new US aid, Zelenskyy says
“I think this support will really strengthen the armed forces of Ukraine," Zelenskyy said of the House-approved aid bill.Politico - Politics - Ukraine -
Indonesia raises interest rates to support sliding rupiah
Currency has lost nearly 5% of its value against dollar this year amid expected delays to US rate cutsFinancial Times - World - Indonesia -
Germany raises forecasts on boost to outlook for industry and consumers
Expected 0.3% expansion for 2024 comes as energy prices and inflation continue to fall from record highsFinancial Times - Business -
China may have to brace for a new wave of bond defaults, S&P says
China might see a new wave of bond defaults as soon as next year — the third round in about a decade, according to an S&P Global Ratings report released Tuesday.CNBC - Business - China -
German leader says Europe must keep increasing aid to Ukraine after US approves new military help
The German chancellor says Europe must continue to step up its help for Ukraine even after the approval of a big U.S. aid packageABC News - World - Ukraine -
Tesla surges after Elon Musk says new affordable EV models coming
Tesla shares surged more than 10% on Wednesday after CEO Elon Musk said the company plans to produce new affordable EV models by early 2025.CNBC - Business - Elon Musk -
Ofcom warns broadcasters over election bias
UK media regulator finds need to strengthen rules for TV channels featuring politicians as presentersFinancial Times - Business -
Ofcom warns broadcasters over election bias
UK media regulator finds need to strengthen rules for TV channels featuring politicians as presentersFinancial Times - World -
Kering shares sink 9% after profit warning on declining Gucci sales
Shares of French luxury group Kering sank more than 9% Wednesday after the company warned that it expects a sharp downturn in first-half profits as demand for its Gucci brand continues to wane.CNBC - Business -
FBI is working with colleges to warn of antisemitic threats, violence amid protests
FBI Director Christopher Wray said his agency is working with colleges and universities to warn them of threats of violence amid a wave of protests surrounding the Israel-Hamas war on campuses across the country. Wray, in a Tuesday interview with ...The Hill - Politics -
German security agency warns firms not to be too naive with China
Yahoo News - World - China -
Antony Blinken arrives in China with warning for Beijing over support of Russia
US secretary of state to hold talks with Chinese counterpart and most likely with President Xi Jinping. . Antony Blinken has landed in China amid a worsening rift between the world’s two most powerful countries that threatens to overshadow ...The Guardian - World - China -
Hearn warns Sheffield: rebuild Crucible or lose World Snooker Championship
‘I’m looking for Sheffield to come to party and if so we’re staying’Ronnie O’Sullivan races into 6-1 lead in first-round matchBarry Hearn has warned Sheffield City Council its days of staging the World Snooker Championship are numbered unless the ...The Guardian - World -
Nooks raises $22M to empower sales reps with its AI-powered call platform
Nooks received new funding for its AI platform helping salespeople have more productive calls.VentureBeat - Tech -
Snowflake launches Arctic, an open ‘mixture-of-experts’ LLM to take on DBRX, Llama 3
According to benchmark results shared by Snowflake, Arctic is already nailing enterprise tasks and outperforming existing open models with an average score of 65%.VentureBeat - Tech -
2024 Kentucky Derby horses, futures, odds, date: Expert who hit 10 Derby-Oaks Doubles makes picks
Jody Demling revealed his Kentucky Derby 2024 picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 4 at Churchill DownsCBS Sports - Sports -
2024 Zurich Classic odds, picks, predictions: Golf expert fading Rory McIlroy, Shane Lowry at TPC Louisiana
Sia Nejad reveals his Zurich Classic 2024 picks, props, and sleepers for this week's PGA Tour event at TPC LouisianaCBS Sports - Sports -
2024 NFL Draft prop bets, odds, picks: Proven expert backing Brock Bowers to Broncos, 150-1 longshot
NFL Draft expert R.J. White reveals his top NFL Draft longshot props for the 2024 NFL Draft in DetroitCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Kentucky Derby 2024 predictions, odds: Expert picks for win, place, show, trifecta, and superfecta
Jody Demling has revealed his win, place and show picks for the Kentucky Derby 2024 on Saturday, May 4CBS Sports - Sports -
Homeless Voters in Georgia Could Face New Hurdles Under New Law
A provision in an election bill would bar homeless voters from receiving mail-in ballots and election information at shelters or other temporary addresses.The New York Times - Top stories -
New York City’s Everlasting Scaffolding
Why the protective barriers over sidewalks stay up for so long.The New York Times - Top stories - New York -
3 Reasons New Entrepreneurs Fail
Stop thinking like an employee and start being an entrepreneur.Inc. - Business -
April 20, 2024 - News on the Middle East conflicts
The Israeli military is carrying out what appears to be one of its largest operations in the West Bank since October 7, while broader tensions simmer in the Middle East following strikes between Iran and Israel. Follow for live updates.CNN - Top stories -
New York Botanical Garden Creates a ‘Wonderland’ Adventure
A show at the New York Botanical Garden, inspired by Lewis Carroll’s books, will explore his fictional and real worlds through plants, art and artifacts.The New York Times - Lifestyle - New York -
Ashanti and Nelly Rekindled Their Y2K Romance With a Ring
More than two decades after they first met, the R&B singer announced her pregnancy and engagement to the rapper. Fans rejoiced.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Breaking Down New Rules About ‘Forever Chemicals’
Lisa Friedman, who covers climate change, discussed the fight to regulate toxic chemicals found in nearly half of America’s tap water.The New York Times - Health -
Americans in new poll split on foreign aid package
Just more than 40 percent of Americans approve of the sizable foreign aid package signed into law Wednesday, according to a new poll, underlining a divide in opinion on the $95 billion expenditure. The Monmouth University survey found that 43 ...The Hill - Politics -
New Jersey Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dies
The New Jersey Democrat suffered "a cardiac episode based on complications from his diabetes" earlier this month.CBS News - Top stories -
Australian Journalist Says She Was Pushed Out of India
Avani Dias said that she had been denied a visa renewal for weeks because of her reporting on the Sikh separatist movement. Indian officials disputed her account.The New York Times - World - Australia -
Blake Shelton talks new venue in Las Vegas, life with Gwen Stefani
Country music star Blake Shelton expands his popular bar and music venue 'Ole Red' from Nashville to Las Vegas. This opening coincides with Shelton stepping back from his prominent TV roles.CBS News - Top stories