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New Energizer Battery Warns Parents if Their Child Has Swallowed It
The new battery by Energizer, with “color alert technology,” comes nearly two years after a report warned that more children were swallowing batteries.The New York Times - Business -
DeSantis warns of potential expulsion for student protesters in Florida
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is warning college students in his state that they could be expelled if they engage in unsanctioned protests on campuses. “At places like Columbia and Yale, Hamas protesters rule the roost, and the universities are ...The Hill - Politics - Florida -
Foreign states targeting UK universities, MI5 warns
Senior figures from leading institutions are warned of risks to some of their cutting-edge research.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Antony Blinken meets with China's President Xi as US, China spar over bilateral and global issues
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and senior Chinese officials in BeijingABC News - World - China -
China warns US not to step on its 'red lines'
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in China in an attempt to put relations on an even keel.BBC News - Top stories - China -
Chinese regulators warn against SVB-style meltdown
Regional banks have been piling into long-dated sovereign bonds since JanuaryFinancial Times - World - China -
Chinese regulators warn against SVB-style meltdown
Regional banks have been piling into long-dated sovereign bonds since JanuaryFinancial Times - Business - China -
Humana’s stock falls as earnings outlook to remain unclear for months
Humana’s stock turned lower Wednesday, after the health insurer reported a quarterly profit that beat expectations by a wide margin and boosted its outlook for Medicare Advantage membership growth, but said uncertainty over the earnings outlook ...MarketWatch - Business -
Celebrity Bag Designer Sentenced to Jail for Smuggling Exotic Skins
Nancy Gonzalez, whose clients included Britney Spears and Sofia Vergara, smuggled purses from her native Colombia to the United States using couriers. She will serve 18 months.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Power Rankings: Where every team stands one month into the season?
One red-hot team is inching closer to a top-five debut this week, while an AL power continues to slip down our list.ESPN - Sports -
Six Quarterbacks and Plenty of Offense Taken in the N.F.L. Draft’s First Round
The Chicago Bears drafted Caleb Williams first overall; the Atlanta Falcons pulled the surprise of the night with Michael Penix Jr. at No. 8.The New York Times - Sports - NFL -
Start-Up Founder Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Fraud
Manish Lachwani, who founded the software start-up HeadSpin, is the latest tech entrepreneur to face time in prison in recent years.The New York Times - Tech -
‘Enough is enough’: Marcus Rashford hits out after receiving months of abuse
Forward’s form has dropped for Manchester UnitedRashford responds to social media post supporting himMarcus Rashford has criticised the abuse he has received this season and said on social media “enough is enough”.. The forward is enduring a ...The Guardian - World -
Buckingham Palace strikes positive tone
The King's medical team are "sufficiently pleased" with his progress after he was diagnosed with cancer in February.BBC News - Top stories -
Kristi Noem Defends Killing Her 14-Month-Old Dog and a Goat
In a forthcoming book, the South Dakota governor, seen as a potential vice-presidential pick, tells of shooting her hunting dog. And a goat.The New York Times - Top stories -
Baby orca free after month trapped in Canadian lagoon
The orphaned calf swam from British Columbia after several rescue attempts by a First Nations community.BBC News - Top stories -
Third American tourist arrested in three months for bringing bullets to Turks and Caicos
A third American tourist in three months has been arrested for bringing bullets to Turks and Caicos while on vacation. Tyler Scott Wenrich’s wife said the two bullets authorities found in his suitcase were there accidentally. Now he’s facing the ...NBC News - Top stories -
Pope Francis makes first trip outside of Rome in seven months
Pope Francis traveled to the lagoon city to visit the Holy See's pavilion at the Biennale contemporary art show and meet with the people who created it.CBS News - World -
Trump Media jumps more than 9% after CEO asks House GOP to probe possible DJT stock 'manipulation'
Donald Trump's media company CEO Devin Nunes wants Congress to probe possible manipulation of the company's stock.CNBC - Business - Donald Trump -
Trump Media jumps more than 9% after CEO asks House GOP to probe possible DJT stock 'manipulation'
Shares of Trump Media shot up more than 9% on Wednesday, hours after the company revealed it was urging House Republican committee leaders to investigate possible “unlawful manipulation” of its stock.NBC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Hamas again raises the possibility of a 2-state compromise. Israel and its allies aren't convinced
The Palestinian militant group Hamas has said for more than 15 years that it could accept a two-state compromise with Israel — at least, a temporary oneABC News - World - Israel -
Severe spring storms put 21 million under threat of possible tornadoes and hail
Severe spring storms will bring heavy rain and thunder to the Plains and into the Mississippi Valley this weekend — including possible powerful tornadoes, large hail and flooding.NBC News - Top stories -
Economists react to Trump possibly curbing Fed’s independence: ‘Bad idea of all bad ideas’
Economists and other analysts are sounding off after a Wall Street Journal report said some allies of presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump have proposals to erode the Federal Reserve’s independence.MarketWatch - Business - Donald Trump -
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon hopes for soft landing for U.S. economy but says stagflation is possible
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says he’s hopeful the Federal Reserve can bring down inflation without causing a recession but wouldn’t rule out more troubling possibilities, such as stagflation.NBC News - Top stories -
Cornyn 'not too worried' about possible challenge from Texas AG Ken Paxton
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) is "not too worried" about a possible primary challenge from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, he told a local news anchor Friday evening. "I'm not too worried about it. My last election, I had a primary. I had several ...The Hill - Politics -
Arne Slot on verge of succeeding Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool: Everything to know about Reds possible new manager
The Dutch tactician seems set to swap Rotterdam for Anfield as Jurgen Klopp's successorCBS Sports - Sports -
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
Illnesses such as dengue and malaria to reach unaffected parts of northern Europe, America, Asia and Australia, conference to hear. Mosquito-borne diseases are spreading across the globe, and particularly in Europe, due to climate breakdown, an ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
Middle East Crisis: U.S. and 17 Other Nations Call on Hamas to Release Hostages
“The fate of the hostages and the civilian population in Gaza, who are protected under international law, is of international concern,” the leaders said in a joint statement.The New York Times - World -
Nike’s Layoffs Prove the Olympics Can’t Solve Its Midlife Crisis
Nike’s reputation—and sales—are both in trouble. Now layoffs threaten to sour hopes that the Paris games could turn its fortunes around.Wired - Tech -
Haitian premier Ariel Henry steps down amid gang crisis
Transitional council to run poverty-stricken country in deal backed by US and Caribbean nationsFinancial Times - Business - Premier League -
McKinsey Faces Criminal Probe for its Role in Opioid Crisis
The Justice Department is investigating the consulting firm over its role in advising drug makers how to market prescription painkillers and contributed toa national addiction disaster.Inc. - Business -
Flint residents still seeking justice after 10 years of water crisis
Ten years ago, a water crisis began when Flint, Michigan, switched to the Flint River for its municipal water supply. The more corrosive water was not treated properly, allowing lead from pipes to leach into many homes. CBS News correspondent ...CBS News - Top stories -
San Diego official says city is ‘new epicenter’ of border crisis
A San Diego official on Thursday dubbed his city the “new epicenter” for the border crisis and criticized California for “inflicting this upon ourselves.” “San Diego is the new epicenter for migrants and illegal immigration,” San Diego District 5 ...The Hill - Politics -
Haitian premier Ariel Henry steps down amid gang crisis
Transitional council to run poverty-stricken country in deal backed by US and Caribbean nationsFinancial Times - World - Premier League -
Escalating Myanmar crisis rare opportunity for US-China cooperation
Rapid escalations in Myanmar’s civil war are creating a rare opening for potential cooperation between the U.S. and China, with the chaos and violence in Southeast Asia posing a threat to both countries' interests overseas. While Washington and ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Middle East Crisis: U.S. Won’t Suspend Aid, for Now, to Israeli Unit Accused of Abuses
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said the United States is working with Israel to address charges against the unit, which has been accused of human rights violations in the West Bank.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Leader of Federal Student Aid Office Steps Down After FAFSA Crisis
During Richard Cordray’s tenure at the agency, the botched rollout of the new FAFSA upended the college admissions process.The New York Times - Top stories -
What Would Jesus Do? Tackle the Housing Crisis, Say Some Congregations.
The “Yes in God’s Backyard” movement to build affordable housing on faith organizations’ properties is gaining steam in California and elsewhere.The New York Times - Business -
Middle East crisis live: Hamas ‘reviewing new Israeli ceasefire proposal’
Senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said the Palestinian militant group was evaluating Israel’s proposal. See all our coverage of the Middle East crisisThree people have been killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, including ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
What Would Jesus Do? Tackle the Housing Crisis, Say Some Congregations.
The “Yes in God’s Backyard” movement to build affordable housing on faith organizations’ properties is gaining steam in California and elsewhere.The New York Times - Top stories