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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 -
Youngest Gen Z state delegate running for Congress in Maryland to shake up Capitol Hill
27-year-old Joe Vogel became the youngest Maryland state delegate in history. NBC News’ Maya Eaglin spoke with Vogel about his plan to run for Congress to fill Maryland’s 6th Congressional District.NBC News - Politics -
How TikTok Lost the War in Washington
Coordinated efforts by its critics and missteps by the company led to the law forcing a sale or ban of the popular app.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Tiktok -
UnitedHealth CEO testifying about cyberattack before Congress
UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty is testifying on Capitol Hill Wednesday about a crippling cyberattack on the company in February. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more.CBS News - Top stories -
On TikTok, Potential Ban of App Leads to Resignation and Frustration
While Congress says the social app is a security threat, critics of the law targeting it say it shows how out of step lawmakers are with young people.The New York Times - Tech -
FCA under pressure to abandon plans to name firms in UK deterrence drive
Regulator confronts growing concerns within government that move will undermine competitivenessFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Food and drinks giants flag price pressure on low-income consumers
McDonald’s and Coca-Cola among companies highlighting impact of persistent inflationFinancial Times - Business -
Biden, Democrats Under Growing Pressure as College Protests Intensify
Headed into the 2024 elections, Republicans see an opening to paint Democrats as the party of chaos and dysfunction.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
U.S. pressures Israel and Hamas to reach cease-fire deal
President Biden spoke with the leaders of Egypt and Qatar on Monday in a renewed push for a cease-fire in the war in Gaza. The U.S. is putting pressure on Israel and Hamas to finally sign off on a proposal. Debora Patta has the latest.CBS News - World - Israel -
Democrats hold upstate New York U.S. Congress seat in special election
Democratic state Sen. Timothy Kennedy won a special election for the New York congressional seat left vacant by Democrat Brian Higgins' departure from Congress.CBS News - Politics - New York -
Democrats hold upstate New York U.S. Congress seat in special election
Democratic state Sen. Timothy Kennedy won a special election for the New York congressional seat left vacant by Democrat Brian Higgins' departure from Congress.CBS News - Top stories - New York -
Patreon's TikTok Ban Takedown Post Is a Master Class in Attracting Future Clients
Patreon says it's worried about volatility in the creator economy, and its pseudo sales pitch to attract creators unseated from TikTok is a good example of on-brand messaging.Inc. - Business - Tiktok -
Biden Signs TikTok Ban Bill Into Law. Here’s What Happens Next.
President Biden has signed the bill to force a sale of the video app or ban it. Now the law faces court challenges, a shortage of qualified buyers and Beijing’s hostility.The New York Times - Tech - Joe Biden -
TikTok honors 15 creators for Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
TikTok is celebrating a group of 15 creators, business owners and “industry disruptors” for this year’s Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month.NBC News - Top stories - Tiktok -
TikTok Broke the Tech Law Logjam. Can That Success Be Repeated?
For years, federal lawmakers have tried to pass legislation to rein in the tech giants. The TikTok law was their first success.The New York Times - Tech - Tiktok -
Brown University agrees to hold Israel divestment vote after pressure from student protesters
Brown University’s corporate board will vote on a proposal to divest from Israeli interests, the university announced Tuesday, a major victory for student protesters who have taken over dozens of college campuses nationwide. Protesters at Brown ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Congress is advancing changes aimed at improving air travel as federal lawmakers prepare to reauthorize the rules that govern the FAA's operations.
Congress is advancing changes aimed at improving air travel as federal lawmakers prepare to reauthorize the rules that govern the FAA’s operations.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat
If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet timeABC News - Tech - Tiktok -
What Is TikTok Worth? Some Say $20 Billion, Others Say $100 Billion
The answer depends partly on whether TikTok bundles the U.S. and international businesses, and if it includes its coveted algorithm.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Tiktok -
Sources: Broncos not picking up Wilson's option
The Broncos have informed Zach Wilson and his reps that they will not pick up the fifth-year option in the quarterback's contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Legwold. Wilson was traded to Denver by the Jets last week.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Chinese women are teaming up with strangers to save money
They are finding new ways to cut back on household spending as China’s economy loses steam.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Atlassian ups AI ante with Rovo collaborative tool
Count Atlassian Corp. among the recent wave of enterprise-software companies turbocharging their push into generative AI.MarketWatch - Business - Artificial Intelligence -
Big Tech caught up in AI frenzy
Also in this newsletter: Houthis expand attacks, England and Wales go to the polls, warning on global povertyFinancial Times - World -
Ex-NFL player and actor team up to tackle antisemitism
The collaboration between Emmanuel Acho and Noa Tishby began well before the recent escalations in antisemitic incidents.CBS News - Top stories -
Here's everything to expect from the Fed meeting that will move markets on Wednesday
Markets are anticipating a near-zero chance that the policy-setting arm of the central bank will announce any change to interest rates.CNBC - Business - Federal Reserve -
Sui blockchain and Google Cloud team up to drive Web3 innovation
Sui, the Layer 1 blockchain and smart contract platform initiated by Mysten Labs, has announced a collaboration with Google Cloud.VentureBeat - Tech - Google -
Aethir and Magic Eden team up on Web3 NFT gaming projects
Aethir, a distributed GPU cloud computing company, has teamed up with Magic Eden, the leading multi-chain NFT platform globally.VentureBeat - Tech -
A.I. Start-Ups Face a Rough Financial Reality Check
The table stakes for small companies to compete with the likes of Microsoft and Google are in the billions of dollars. And even that may not be enough.The New York Times - Tech -
Japanese government spent $35bn to prop up yen, BoJ figures suggest
Central bank data all but confirms Monday’s market intervention, as currency resumes slide against US dollarFinancial Times - World -
Why Is This Seder Unlike All Other Seders?
The dinner parties held by Shtick, a pop-up series celebrating Jewish culture, draw out New York’s influencers, artists, designers and celebrities.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
LeBron, Lakers need to be honest — they're not a great fit anymore
A second-straight exit at the hands of the Nuggets brings the harsh realization that Los Angeles — as currently constituted — isn't a true title contender for James.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
WATCH: Meet Bella, the 5-legged puppy up for adoption
Bella has a very rare condition known as dimelia.ABC News - Top stories -
Chicago college students set up encampments on campus to protest war in Gaza
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Trump campaign calls commission's refusal to move up debates 'unacceptable'
Former President Trump’s campaign called the Commission on Presidential Debate's refusal to move up its debate schedule “unacceptable” Tuesday and suggested the 45th president could go around the body that’s sponsored all general election ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
From a Tiny Island in Maine, He Serves Up Fresh Media Gossip
Rusty Foster could never live in New York. But his hit newsletter, Today in Tabs, is an enduring obsession of the city’s media class.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Police Enter Columbia University Campus, Break Up Pro-Palestinian Demonstrations
The NYPD entered Columbia University’s campus and removed pro-Palestinian demonstrators from encampments and a campus building that they had occupied since early Tuesday. They had to get through doors barricaded with vending machines and sofas.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Luis Severino's no-hit bid for Mets broken up in 8th inning by Cubs
Luis Severino’s bid for a no-hitter has been broken up with nobody out in the eighth inning when Dansby Swanson singled for the Chicago Cubs against the New York Mets’ right-handerABC News - Sports - MLB -
UK house prices fall unexpectedly for second month in a row
Nationwide data reflects impact of recent rise in mortgage ratesFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
UK house prices fall unexpectedly for second month in a row
Nationwide data reflects impact of recent rise in mortgage ratesFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Forbes and Swinney meet for SNP leadership talks
SNP leadership favourites John Swinney and Kate Forbes have yet to announce they are running for the top job.BBC News - Top stories