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War in Gaza Causes Surprising Rift Within Japanese American Group
Activists in the Asian American community are pressuring organizations to re-evaluate their partnerships and to call for a cease-fire.The New York Times - Top stories -
CIA chief Burns says that without aid, Ukraine "could lose on the battlefield"
His comments come as a deadlocked Congress continues to stall on Ukraine aid.CBS News - Politics - Ukraine -
Ukraine claims it shot down a Russian strategic bomber as Moscow's missiles kill 8 Ukrainians
Yahoo News - World - Ukraine -
Ukraine Says It Downed Russian Bomber
The downing of the Tu-22 comes as each side wrestles for control of the skies with the front lines largely deadlocked.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
BNSF Railway says it didn't know about asbestos that's killed hundreds in Montana town
BNSF Railway attorneys are expected to argue before jurors that the railroad should not be held liable for the lung cancer deaths of two former residents of an asbestos-contaminated Montana townABC News - Health -
BNSF Railway says it didn’t know about asbestos that’s killed hundreds in Montana town
BNSF Railway attorneys are expected to argue before jurors Friday that the railroad should not be held liable for the lung cancer deaths of two former residents of an asbestos-contaminated Montana town.NBC News - Top stories -
Playing a shell game on aid to Ukraine
Conservatives should oppose sending any more aid to Ukraine until President Biden presents a plan to end the war and Congress comes up with an honest, fiscally responsible way to ensure that our aid is responsibly distributed.The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
American Express says cardholders are buying lots of ‘front of cabin’ plane tickets, as total spending grows 7%
American Express saw an acceleration in new card acquisitions during the first quarter, and it recorded a profit beat for the period.MarketWatch - Business -
Ukraine war briefing: Donald Trump says survival of Ukraine important to the US
Former president’s comments are being described as a shift in tone days before Republicans vote on a multibillion-dollar aid package. What we know on day 786. See all our Ukraine war coverageDonald Trump has said the survival of Ukraine is ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Bitcoin halving isn't a big deal for long-term investors, but may have a 'huge' impact on one key group, says Columbia professor
Bitcoin's upcoming halving is likely to impact miners and long-term holders differently, says Columbia professor.CNBC - Business -
More aid has been entering Gaza through the south of the enclave and a newly opened crossing in the north, but relief workers said it is inadequate to avert a looming famine.
More aid has been entering Gaza through the south of the enclave and a newly opened crossing in the north, but relief workers said it is inadequate to avert a looming famine.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Democrats help advance Ukraine, Israel aid in rare rules move
The House Rules Committee late Thursday night advanced a package of foreign aid bills — but only with help from Democrats who, in a rare move, supported the procedural vote amid opposition from a trio of hardline Republicans. The panel voted 9-3 ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Johnson Turns to Democrats to Bring Up Ukraine Aid Bill in the House
Democrats, who stepped in late Thursday to save a resolution paving the way for the foreign aid package to be considered, will have to do so again on Friday in a critical vote on the House floor.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
House GOP's aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, Taiwan advance — with Democrats' help
The bills are part of a complicated plan by Speaker Mike Johnson to get badly needed lethal aid to Ukraine, as well as security funding for Israel and Taiwan.CBS News - Politics -
Ukraine Aid Bill Clears Critical Hurdle in the House as Democrats Supply the Votes
Democrats stepped in to support bringing the aid package to the floor, in a remarkable breach of custom on a key vote that paved the way for its passage.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
House advances Ukraine, Israel aid as Dems help Speaker Johnson, GOP
The House advanced legislation Friday to send aid to Ukraine and other embattled U.S. allies overseas, clearing a key procedural hurdle after Democrats stepped in to back the measure — a rare move by the minority party, but one that was crucial to ...The Hill - Politics -
Democrats back Republican Speaker’s plan to advance US aid to Ukraine
Move sets stage for Saturday vote that could unlock $60bn in support for KyivFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
Here's How a TikTok Ban Got Tied to Military Aid for Israel and Ukraine
Like making sausage, some legislation's creation has ugly aspects and improbable combinations of ingredients.Inc. - Business -
What’s Killing Endangered Sawfish in Florida?
First, fish off the Florida Keys started swimming in spirals or upside down. Then, endangered sawfish started dying. Scientists are racing to figure out why.The New York Times - Science -
Employment law is a minefield for bosses and workers
The backlog of cases at tribunals, often seeking compensation for minor slights, serves no one except the lawyersFinancial Times - World -
Why are American roads so dangerous?
Bad driving is probably playing a bigger role in the fatality rate than larger cars and longer journeysFinancial Times - World -
Man arrested in Paris after police cordon off Iranian consulate due to reported bomb threat – Europe live
Local media reports a man entered the consulate saying he had explosives and wanted to avenge his brother. “Russia must be held accountable. Ukraine urgently requires more air defence support!” wrote the EU’s ambassador in Kyiv, Katarina ...The Guardian - World - Iran -
Ukraine says it took out one of Russia's supersonic strategic bombers for the first time
Yahoo News - World - Ukraine -
NATO secretary-general says some allies have air defense systems they could give to Ukraine
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg is pressing the allies to give more Patriot missile batteries and other equipment to UkraineABC News - World - Ukraine -
Ukraine claims it shot down a Russian strategic bomber. Moscow says the plane crashed
Ukraine’s air force is claiming it shot down a Russian strategic bomberABC News - World - Ukraine -
Group condemns 'humiliating searches' by security at Barcelona stadium
The director of a group that advocates for female sports fans says she and other Paris Saint-Germain supporters were subjected to “abusive” searches while entering Barcelona’s stadium for a Champions League match earlier this weekABC News - Sports -
House advances aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, putting Johnson's speaker job in jeopardy
House Speaker Mike Johnson has introduced several standalone measures to provide funding for American allies abroad and U.S. border security, but a handful of Republicans really hate the idea. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion is ...CBS News - Top stories -
House tees up votes on Ukraine and Israel aid as Speaker Mike Johnson defies his right flank
The House advanced four separate bills, including aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of delay and a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S.NBC News - Politics - Ukraine -
House advances Ukraine and Israel aid with rare support from more Democrats than Republicans
The House advanced four separate bills, including aid for Ukraine and Israel after months of delay and a bill that could ban TikTok in the U.S.NBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Teacher admits killing partner buried in garden
Fiona Beal denies murder but admits the manslaughter of Nicholas Billingham.BBC News - Top stories -
The Simpsons Might Kill Off This Character Very Soon
The Simpsons may kill off a character on this weekend's episode of the long-running animated series. Matt Selman, who has written for The Simpsons since 1997, posted a cryptic message on social media this week, portending the death of a ...GameSpot - Tech -
Biden delivers remarks to electrical union workers
Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks to the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers construction and maintenance conference.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Job Confidence Dips Among U.S. Workers
New LinkedIn data shows that Americans are feeling less secure in their jobs than in January. The sentiment among job seekers is even worse.Inc. - Business -
Fake Tags Add to Real Chaos on American Roads
Officials are moving to increase enforcement and change laws in response to the rise in counterfeit or expired plates, which exploded during the pandemic.The New York Times - Top stories -
'Native Nations' Review: An Essential American History
Long before the arrival of Europeans in North America, indigenous communities built complex urban areas linked by diplomatic and trading networks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Columbia, Free Speech and the Coddling of the American Right
If Columbia can’t protect free speech, what hope is there for America’s institutions?The New York Times - Top stories -
Next UN climate talks are critical to plot aid for poorer nations, says incoming president
The man who will run this year’s United Nations climate talks in November views the upcoming negotiations as a key link in international efforts to curb worsening global warming — if they can be successfulABC News - Tech - Climate -
Parents' rights group to launch anti-TikTok ad ahead of House vote
A parents' rights group led by a former Trump administration official is launching a new ad on Friday warning of the dangers of TikTok ahead of a potential House vote on the app. The American Parents Coalition is spending $500,000 on a mix of ...The Hill - Politics - Tiktok -
US sanctions two groups over fundraising for Israeli extremists in West Bank
The Biden administration announced Friday that it is imposing sanctions on two groups accused of fundraising for Israeli extremists in the West Bank and the leader of an organization that has assaulted Palestinians. According to the Treasury ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Bezos Earth Fund Commits to Continue Financing Climate Targets Group
Philanthropic body denies accusations of exerting influence over Science Based Targets initiativeThe Wall Street Journal - World - Climate