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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 -
Putin has a ‘factchecking’ operation, and so do other dictators – but they use them to twist the truth | Maxim Alyukov
Bad actors know that factchecking sites are a vital democratic tool. That’s why they’ve launched their own dishonest versions. Asked by sociologists about his views on the invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a Russian in his early 70s shifted the ...The Guardian - World -
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Sources: Crawford to fight Madrimov for title
Terence Crawford, ESPN's No. 1 pound-for-pound boxer, will move up to 154 pounds to challenge Israil Madrimov for his WBA junior middleweight title Aug. 3 in Los AngelesESPN - Sports -
Choctaw artist Jeffrey Gibson confronts history at US pavilion as its first solo Indigenous artist
Jeffrey Gibson’s takeover of the U.S. pavilion for this year’s Venice Biennale contemporary art show is a celebration of color, pattern and craftABC News - World -
Columbine’s legacy – schools remain in the crosshairs: Reporter's notebook
Twenty-five years after Columbine, school shootings continue to increase.ABC News - Top stories -
Ukraine war: Children among eight dead in Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region
Yahoo News - World - Ukraine -
Israel and Iran stay largely silent after limited retaliatory strike
A person familiar with the situation told NBC News that Israel carried out an operation in Iran. Earlier, Israeli officials notified U.S. officials that a response was coming.NBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Sources: Garcia misses weight, has deal to fight
Ryan Garcia missed weight for his fight with Devin Haney but cut a deal for the fight to go forward.ESPN - Sports -
Ready Or Not Developer Confirms It Was Hacked, Source Code Stolen
Void Interactive, the developer behind the tactical first-person shooter game, Ready or Not, has confirmed that it was hacked. Fortunately, no player data or staff data was stolen.. In a statement to Kotaku, the developer blamed the hack on ...GameSpot - Tech -
Worried About Trump’s Support for Ukraine, Eastern Europe Tries Outreach
A gathering of officials from Lithuania and Ukraine and supporters of Donald J. Trump highlights growing efforts to get on the good side of the former U.S. president in case he is elected again.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
How to Communicate When You and Others Are in Crisis Mode
Never lie during a business crisis.Inc. - Business -
Why have Israel and Iran attacked each other?
The long-running shadow war between the two countries has come into the open.BBC News - Top stories - Iran -
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 -
The next bank bailout’s true costs may not be such a mystery
Future debates about whether to assist distressed corporations, including New York Community Bank, could be better informed by more educated guesses about costs.The Hill - Politics -
Israel's Attack on Iran Appears Fairly Limited, Easing Pressure on Oil Markets
Israel’s missile strikes against Iran overnight seem fairly limited, pointing to a de-escalation of conflict that is expected to diminish the oil market’s geopolitical risk premium in the short term, according to DNB Markets.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
Delays to OFR funds recognition scheme leaves UK out in the cold
Post-Brexit overseas funds regime has yet to be implemented, depriving UK investors of some of latest innovative fundsFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
Israel carries out operation inside Iran, says source familiar
NBC News' Courtney Kube reports that a source familiar says Israel did carry out an operation in Iran after reports of explosions in the Isfahan area, and that Israeli officials did inform the U.S. of their intention to carry out a response in ...NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Israel carries out limited strike against Iran, NBC News source says
Israel launched a limited direct military attack on Iranian soil early Friday morning, a source familiar with the situation told NBC News.CNBC - Business - Israel -
A former Russian tycoon who once led separatist region launches a hunger strike in Azerbaijan jail
Family members say a former Russian tycoon jailed in Azerbaijan on charges stemming from his time as a top separatist figure in the Karabakh region has gone on a hunger strikeABC News - World - Russia -
New NYC Chinese-Nepali popup restaurant honors culture of the North Face region
At a new popup restaurant in New York City, Nepali spices and hand-wrapped momos highlight the traditions and culture behind the cuisine of the North Face region in the Himalayas, an area many only associate with extreme sports and puffer coats.NBC News - Top stories -
One Sister Fled Boko Haram. The Other Was Trapped. Their Lives Will Never Be the Same.
Ten years after the kidnapped Chibok schoolgirls became a global phenomenon, most are back home—and Nigeria’s epidemic of abductions is only getting worse.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Bowen: Crisis shows how badly Iran and Israel understand each other
After decades of rivalry, the rival Middle East powers have both miscalculated, writes Jeremy Bowen.BBC News - Top stories - Iran -
Walmart joins other big retailers in scaling back on self-checkout
Retailers are ditching and limiting shelf-checkout at some stores, particularly those hit by theft and customer complaints.CBS News - Top stories -
Columbia University Protests Over Gaza War Continue and Spread to Other Campuses
The campus chapter of a faculty organization said it would “fight to reclaim our university.” Students were undeterred by the crackdown on their protest.The New York Times - Top stories -
My friend ranks his friendships in a league table – and it worries me | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
You need to consider why this bothers you so much and if you should bring it up. Without asking directly, it’s hard to know his motivation• Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses a family-related problem sent in by a reader. Over a few drinks, a ...The Guardian - World -
Ex-Bernie Sanders Pollster Worried About RFK Jr.’s Appeal Among Crucial Voters
A Democrat warns that the independent could siphon crucial support from Biden.The New York Times - Top stories -
Building society and Co-op Bank agree takeover terms
The two lenders agree terms on a takeover deal that could be worth up to £780m.BBC News - Top stories -
This unusual combination signals either booms, bubbles or inflections, says Bank of America
There’s an unusual combination in markets this year that has happened just five times in the last 60 years.MarketWatch - Business -
Banks Believe They Are Well-Prepared for Commercial Real Estate Fallout
Banks have built up substantial reserves against office loans going bad.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Big banks have been a bright spot in tough week for markets
Major banks sailed through commercial real-estate updates in earnings and tapped the corporate bond market — with regional banks now on deck.MarketWatch - Business -
U.S. sanctions 2 entities over fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers
The Treasury Department announced sanctions on two entities accused of fundraising for extremist West Bank settlers connected to violence against Palestinians.CBS News - Politics -
Critical mineral mining is key to the green transition, but experts warn reputational risks remain
Critical mineral mining is important to the green transition, but the mining industry's poor reputation is creating investment barriers.CNBC - Business -
Here's What to Watch This Weekend: Jesus Luzardo has a high-90s fastball but concerns remain, and more
Plus why a quality start is critical for Justin VerlanderCBS Sports - Sports -
Kentucky 2024-25 roster: Freshman Jordan Burks, last remaining Wildcat on scholarship, enters transfer portal
Tracking what UK's roster will look like in 2024-25 in Mark Pope's first seasonCBS Sports - Sports -
CNN analyst: Alternate hush money jurors will be needed in case others are ‘freaked out’
CNN senior legal analyst Elie Honig said late Thursday that he thinks alternate jurors will be needed to reach a verdict in former President Trump’s hush money trial, because others may "get freaked out” and want to be dismissed. “Jurors get sick, ...The Hill - Politics -
Children of reality TV's Chrisleys hope court hearing is step toward bringing convicted parents home
Reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley have appealed aspects of their convictions on federal charges of bank fraud and tax evasionABC News - Entertainment -
Kenya’s ‘blood desert’: can walking donor banks and drones help more patients survive?
The national blood deficit is most pressing in places like Turkana, where malaria, anaemia and violence make heavy demands on transfusion services – and doctors are pinning their hopes on innovation. In his small cubicle in Lodwar County referral ...The Guardian - World -
A Century-Old Lending Lifeline for Troubled Banks Has a Major Flaw. The Fed Wants to Fix It.
Borrowing from the discount window carries a stigma officials hope to reduce.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Here's what 12 European Central Bank members said about interest rates this week
The ECB has become "the central bank to be followed," one central bank governor said.CNBC - Business