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Newsom set to propose legislation to help Arizonans get abortions in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) said Sunday that state lawmakers will introduce a bill this week to assist women traveling from Arizona seeking abortion care in response to the rollout of one of the strictest abortion restrictions in the country. ...The Hill - Politics - California -
Colombia rolls out new incentives to cut electricity consumption as dry weather persists
Colombia’s government is rolling out new incentives to reduce electricity consumption in the South American nation, which has been hit by a drought that has diminished the capacity of local hydroelectric plants and brought officials close to ...ABC News - World -
As Washington Keeps China at Arm's Length, California Offers a Giant Panda Hug
In a contentious election year, most U.S. politicians are distancing themselves from China. But California’s are embracing it, including through panda diplomacy.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Scottie Scheffler keeps rolling, leads RBC Heritage after third-round 63
Scheffler sits at 16 under, a shot clear of the field entering Sunday's final round at Harbour Town.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
What Ever Happened to Gavin Newsom?
He was a rising star a few months ago, but bad governance and the phony factor caught up to him.The Wall Street Journal - World -
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Nuggets, Knicks storm back with dramatic game-winners; Examining 76ers, Lakers collapse
Donte DiVincenzo and Jamal Murray were the heroes for New York and DenverCBS Sports - Sports - NBA -
2024 Throw Back Sweepstakes: Take your shot at some vintage gear
CBSSports.com embraces its rootsCBS Sports - Sports -
Pritzker says it’s ‘throwing away’ votes if Democrats backed someone other than Biden
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) said Democrats would be "throwing away" their votes if they supported someone other than President Biden in November's presidential election. "I'm not suggesting there aren't other names on the ballot. I'm suggesting ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
GEF Capital raised $325 million to back midsize companies that help other businesses consume energy more efficiently.
GEF Capital raised $325 million to back midsize companies that help other businesses consume energy more efficiently.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Slavery Reparations in California?
A state Senate committee votes to set up an agency to determine eligibility.The Wall Street Journal - World - California -
How One Corporation Is Cashing In on America’s Drought
In an unprecedented deal, a private company purchased land in a tiny Arizona town—and sold its water rights to a suburb 200 miles away. Local residents fear the agreement has “opened Pandora’s box.”Wired - Tech -
Drought Pushes Millions Into ‘Acute Hunger’ in Southern Africa
The disaster, intensified by El Niño, is devastating communities across several countries, killing crops and livestock and sending food prices soaring.The New York Times - Science -
Indiana limits abortion data for privacy under near-total ban, but some GOP candidates push back
Some Indiana Republicans in key campaigns for office are fighting for access to detailed abortion reports that the health department stopped releasing to protect patient privacy under a near-total ban on the procedureABC News - Health - Abortion -
Some voters in northeast India go back to the polls after violence disrupts first day of election
Voters at some polling places in a northeastern Indian state went back to the polls amid tight security on Monday after violence disrupted the vote last weekABC News - World - India -
Transcript: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on "Face the Nation," April 21, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, that aired on April 21, 2024.CBS News - Politics -
Transcript: Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro on "Face the Nation," April 21, 2024
The following is a transcript of an interview with Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, a Democrat, that aired on April 21, 2024.CBS News - Top stories -
Cava firm Freixenet to furlough 80% of its workers in Catalonia due to drought
Spanish-German company announces layoffs as conditions in north-eastern Spain hit grape production. The Spanish-German cava giant Freixenet, known for its distinctive black glass bottles of sparkling wine, is to furlough 80% of its workers in ...The Guardian - World -
Gold Futures Slump as Middle East Tensions Ease
Precious metal prices tumbled as tensions between Israel and Iran eased and safe-haven demand for gold melted away.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Shelter from the storm: in praise of the bothy
Visitor books from Scotland’s mountain bothies reveal their century-old role as refuges for both body and soulFinancial Times - Business -
Recently arrested Morgan Wallen says he's "not proud" of behavior
Country music star Morgan Wallen says he’s “not proud” of his behavior and accepts responsibility after being charged following accusations that he threw a chair off the rooftop of a six-story barABC News - Entertainment -
Polish opponents of abortion march against recent steps to liberalize strict law
Thousands of Polish opponents of abortion are marching in Warsaw to protest recent steps by the new government to liberalize the predominantly Catholic nation's strict laws and allow termination of pregnancy until the 12th weekABC News - Health - Abortion -
4 ways to defend your stock portfolio that have helped this fund manager beat the market
If recent stock-market weakness has you on edge, this might be your problem.MarketWatch - Business -
Recently arrested Morgan Wallen says he's 'not proud' of behavior
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Country music star Morgan Wallen, who faces charges stemming in part from accusations that he threw a chair off the rooftop of a six-story bar, says he’s “not proud” of his behavior and accepts responsibility.NBC News - Top stories -
China Used Resellers to Obtain Recently Banned Nvidia Chips
Super Micro, Dell servers bought by Chinese universities and institutescontained advanced chipssubject to a widening U.S. tech export ban.Inc. - Business - China -
Amazon rolls out grocery delivery for Prime members, SNAP recipients
Customers who rely on government assistance programs can get same perks as Prime members, for less.CBS News - Top stories -
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says police are watching for any threats ahead of Passover
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro tells "Face the Nation" that while there are no specific threats ahead of Passover, "we continue to work closely with law enforcement and community leaders to do everything we can to take down the temperature, to ...CBS News - Top stories -
April 22, 2024 - Protests at Columbia and other schools escalate
Heightened tensions around pro-Palestinian protests on the campus of Columbia University have led the school to go all-virtual on Monday. The protests are now in their sixth day.CNN - Top stories -
Protests at Columbia and other schools escalate
Officials at Columbia University, facing surging tensions on campus, have taken steps to try to address students' concerns over safety and freedom of expression.CNN - Top stories -
UK Rejects EU Proposal to Ease Travel for Young Adults
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Gold posts biggest one-day drop in over a year as geopolitical concerns ease
Gold prices dropped by nearly 3% Monday, pressured as geopolitical pressures appeared to ease in the Middle East.MarketWatch - Business -
California launches unprecedented targets to achieve carbon neutrality by 2045
California on Monday released a first-of-its-kind plan to harness more than half of the state's land to decrease carbon emissions. Over the next two decades, the state will work to accomplish 81 nature-based goals that serve to help achieve ...The Hill - Politics - California -
Annie Leibovitz Lists 65-Acre California Farm for$8.995 Million
The celebrity photographer didn’t spend as much time at the Bolinas property as she’d hoped. “Things don’t always go as planned.”The Wall Street Journal - World - California -
U.K. Flagship FTSE 100 Index Hits Fresh Record High
The U.K.’s FTSE 100 opened at an all-time high as weakness in the pound and easing geopolitics boosted the performance of the blue-chip index.The Wall Street Journal - World - United Kingdom -
AB Foods Eyes Further Profit Growth as Primark Margins Rise
Primark owner AB Foods raised its dividend and said it expects a significant rise in full-year profit after its budget retailer delivered robust margins and higher earnings.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
California grid will require major upgrade to meet EV demands: Study
More than two-thirds of electricity distribution circuits in the Golden State will require capacity upgrades by 2045 in order to meet electric vehicle (EV) demands, a new study has found. California must add 25 gigawatts to its capacity by that ...The Hill - Politics - California -
California bill would prevent CLEAR passengers from line-jumping at airports
A bill proposal in California would prohibit security screening company CLEAR from skipping the general security lines at state airports, marking the first proposal of its kind. California state Sen. Josh Newman (D), the sponsor of the ...The Hill - Politics - California -
This Japanese Museum Actually Keeps Time
The Timepiece Museum has about 120 clocks of all shapes and sizes on display, out of a total of about 800, with the oldest dating from the 1400s.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
The Game Boy at 35: a portal to other magical worlds
The handheld console introduced millions to the joy of video games, and remains one of the best-selling consoles ever. On April 21, 1989, Nintendo released a chunky grey game-playing rectangle to stores in Japan. It’s fair to say that nobody ...The Guardian - World -
Esther Perel on What the Other Woman Knows
The relationship expert reads one of the most controversial Modern Love essays ever published.The New York Times - Lifestyle