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Hunt defends job cuts to increase defence spending
The chancellor says cutting services will cost "a great deal less" than allowing Russia to succeed in Ukraine.BBC News - Top stories -
German retirees will get an inflation-busting pension increase this year
Germany’s Cabinet has approved a 4.57% rise in retirees’ pensionsfrom this summer, an increase that is well above the current inflation rateABC News - World - Germany -
Jeremy Hunt defends civil service job cuts to increase defence spending
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Manchester City’s well-oiled winning machine shows no sign of exhaustion
Pep Guardiola’s complaints about his team’s tiredness were hard to believe as they strolled to victory against Brighton. It had been tempting to wonder if some kind of elaborate gag was taking place when the Brighton fan and noted stamina ...The Guardian - World -
Biden campaign plans to keep using TikTok through the election
Joe Biden’s re-election campaign plans to continue using TikTok for at least the next year, despite the president signing a law Wednesday that would ban the social media platform nationwide if its China-based parent company doesn’t sell it in that ...NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
German far-right lawmaker whose assistant was arrested for spying for China keeps up election bid
A prominent German far-right lawmaker says he will dismiss an assistant who was arrested on suspicion of spying for China, but will remain the Alternative for Germany party’s top candidate in the upcoming European Parliament electionsABC News - World - China -
Jimmy Kimmel on Trump: ‘He keeps his caps lock tighter than the door to Melania’s bedroom’
Late-night hosts talk Trump’s all-caps rants, Kanye West’s new porn venture and Mike Johnson’s delayed Ukraine aid approval . Late-night hosts talked Donald Trump’s Truth Social rants, Biden’s potential TikTok ban and House speaker Mike Johnson’s ...The Guardian - World -
The Hunt for a Retirement Keepsake
On a family trip to Switzerland, Joseph Barreto fell in love with an Omega Constellation.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
How much is the state pension worth now?
Payments to pensioners have risen by 8.5% following the government's "triple lock" pledge.BBC News - Top stories -
Knight-Swift Is Hunting for Trucking Acquisitions
The truckload market leader sees potential growth and stability in less-than-truckload expansion.The Wall Street Journal - World -
India markets face an 'inevitable' correction if Modi's election win disappoints, Bernstein says
The results of India's general elections could be the reason for a correction in the Indian stock market, according to Bernstein.CNBC - Business - India -
Hero teacher restrained school stabber, says brother
A teenage girl remains in custody after being arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.BBC News - Top stories -
Trump Didn’t Really Do That Well in Pennsylvania
A surprising number of Republicans refused to vote for him in Tuesday’s primary.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Do the GDP and Dow Reflect American Well-Being?
Do the GDP and Dow Reflect American Well-Being?The Wall Street Journal - World -
Pet Shop Boys: ‘It worked out quite well’
The most successful British pop duo in music history on tantrums, touring when you turn 70 — and why it feels unreal to hang out with Liza MinnelliFinancial Times - Business -
Pet Shop Boys: ‘It worked out quite well’
The most successful British pop duo in music history on tantrums, touring when you turn 70 — and why it feels unreal to hang out with Liza MinnelliFinancial Times - Business -
We need an AIPAC for Ukraine
What's clear is that if the United States is going to support Ukraine, we will need a higher level of political support for Ukraine over the next five to ten years, whether that support is for the ongoing conflict or for the country’s ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
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 -
Alphabet’s stock surges on Triple Crown of first-ever cash dividend, $70 billion stock buyback, strong results
Google parent Alphabet Inc.’s stock soared 12% in after-hours trading Thursday following huge spikes in revenue and net income that trounced analysts’ predictions — as well as its first-ever cash dividend of 20 cents per share.MarketWatch - Business -
Jackson Holliday demoted: Orioles top prospect sent to Triple-A Norfolk after struggling in first 10 MLB games
Holliday, 20, went 2 for 34 with two walks and 18 strikeouts with BaltimoreCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
Jackson Holliday sent back to Triple-A after struggling in first 10 games with Orioles
Holliday batted .059 in 34 at-bats after being called up April 10.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Hermes Posts Sales Growth Across All Markets
Hermes sales grew across its regions in the first three months of the year, helped by its wealthier client base during a quarter that was expected to be challenging for the luxury sector as a whole.The Wall Street Journal - World -
People 'at increased risk of harm' following budget
Robin Swann said the funding would restrict the health department in "use of drugs and therapies".BBC News - Top stories -
‘Can you catch it as well?’: bird stunt causes flap in European parliament
Slovakian MEP pulls dove from bag and frees it as ‘symbol of peace’, prompting criticism from colleagues. A Slovakian MEP has raised eyebrows by producing a live bird from a bag and releasing it into the European parliament in what he said was a ...The Guardian - World -
Hamas releases video showing well-known Israeli-American hostage
Hamas has released a hostage video showing a well-known Israeli-American who was among scores of people abducted by the militants in the attack that ignited the war in GazaABC News - World - Israel -
The ambitions of China’s BYD stretch well beyond electric vehicles
The company’s global plans range from solar modules and electric buses, trucks and trains to complex transport systems. But is it trying to do too much?Financial Times - Business - China -
GDP growth slowed to a 1.6% rate in the first quarter, well below expectations
Real GDP was expected to increase 2.4% in the first quarter on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.CNBC - Business -
GDP and the Dow Are Up. But What About American Well-Being?
The standard ways of measuring economic growth don’t capture what life is like for real people. A new metric offers a better alternative, especially for seeing disparities across the country.The Wall Street Journal - World -
CVC shares jump in trading debut after long-awaited IPO
Private equity group says €2bn offering oversubscribed multiple times, in sign of strong investor appetiteFinancial Times - Business -
Saudi Arabia's Sci-Fi Megacity in the Desert Isn't Going Well
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‘We Are So Back’ Is So Back
The phrase has become ubiquitous online as a way to celebrate life’s small pleasures — at least until “it’s so over.”The New York Times - Lifestyle -
13 Books We Read This Week
This week’s reviews include a case of hypochondria, Miami’s history with the CIA, the tiny homes of America and more.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Kristi Noem describes killing dog after bad hunting trip in new book
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) in a forthcoming book describes shooting a family dog after a hunting trip, according to a report in The Guardian, which obtained a copy of the book, “No Going Back: The Truth on What’s Wrong with Politics and How ...The Hill - Politics -
Blind date: ‘I warned him if he was less than complimentary, my girls would hunt him down’
Trisha, 61, a yoga teacher, meets Neil, 65, a meditation teacher. What were you hoping for? Konstantin meets Villanelle. Continue reading...The Guardian - World -
Alvin Bragg and Democrats' 'Election Interference'
His theory in New York state’s Trump case is crazier than you think.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Spring games: Position battles and newcomers to keep an eye on
From Oregon's new QB to more Colorado roster turnover, breaking down the biggest storylines from teams in action Saturday.ESPN - Sports -
Trump’s Immunity Claim Joins His Plans to Increase Executive Power
The former president is asking the Supreme Court to put the presidency above criminal law as he pursues a broader agenda of expanding the office’s power should he win the election.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Lawmakers push Wall Street giveaway disguised as increased worker security
If members of Congress want to improve retirement security, they should expand Social Security rather than Wall Street-favored individual savings and investment schemes.The Hill - Politics -
Chipotle says it’s seen no impact yet on consumers from California wage increases
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc. rose after hours on Wednesday after the fast-casual Mexican food chain reported first-quarter results that beat expectations, helped by demand for limited-time menu items.MarketWatch - Business - California -
Ukraine to increase long-range strikes in Russia, says UK defence chief
Admiral Sir Tony Radakin tells the FT fresh military aid will help Kyiv reshape ‘difficult’ land fight against MoscowFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine