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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 -
Crew of migrant rescue boat acquitted in Italy after seven-year ordeal
Case of the Iuventa became a symbol of what activists say are growing attempts to criminalise refugee aid workers. Europe live – latest updatesJudges in Sicily have acquitted all crew members of an NGO rescue boat who had been accused of aiding ...The Guardian - World -
Disruptions continue at Dubai airport after unprecedented rainfall
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Moving pictures: travelling cinema takes stories of ‘departures and dreams’ to Senegal
Cinemovel is screening Oscar-nominated Io Capitano to packed houses around the country, highlighting the perils migrants face on the journey to Europe. At about 1pm on Monday a 35-seater bus arrived in Pikine, a city east of the Senegalese ...The Guardian - World -
5 Japanese workers narrowly escape suicide bombing that targeted their vehicle in Pakistan
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Stock Futures Slip After Israel Strikes Iran
U.S. stock futures pointed to renewed losses while Asian and European markets declined after Israel’s attack in Iran.The Wall Street Journal - World - Iran -
European carbon trading catching less than quarter of airline emissions, data finds
With long-haul flights exempt from charges and carriers given free allowances, large share of flights not covered by systemFinancial Times - World -
San Francisco sues Oakland over plans to rename airport
The city of San Francisco has sued the city of Oakland, claiming that plans to rename the airport would infringe on its trademark and “cause confusion.” San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu filed a federal lawsuit Thursday after the Port of ...The Hill - Politics - San Francisco -
Blasts heard in central province of Isfahan
Blasts are heard in central Isfahan province, though it is not clear what might have been hit.BBC News - Top stories -
Two planes nearly collided at Washington's Reagan National Airport
A JetBlue flight from Washington to Boston began to take off at the same time a Southwest jet was crossing the same runway. Both planes stopped moments before a potential collision.CBS News - Top stories -
Italian court drops charges against migrant rescue ship crews and ends long-running legal battle
An Italian court has dismissed a long-running case against the crew of three humanitarian organizationsABC News - World -
Second Republican endorses push to fire Johnson as speaker
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‘No limits’: how the marathon was overtaken in sprint to stretch horizons
Race distance seen as pinnacle of human achievement since time of ancient Greece is no longer the finishing line for what body can endure. The Olympic marathon held 120 years ago saw 32 people start, 14 finish, the winner disqualified for spending ...The Guardian - World -
Israel carries out limited retaliatory airstrike on Iran
Israel launched a retaliatory airstrike against Iran that reportedly targeted a military base near a nuclear site, which officials say was not hit. The United States was not involved in the strike, but was notified ahead of time. NBC’s Richard ...NBC News - Top stories - Iran -
House set for weekend vote on foreign aid bills
Foreign aid bills for Israel and Ukraine are set for a vote this weekend and are likely to pass. This comes as four Democrats joined five Republicans to vote the aid packages out of committee. NBC’s Kristen Welker joins TODAY with analysis.NBC News - Politics -
Here's your Fantasy Baseball weekend viewing guide
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What to know about nuclear fusion amid congressional push
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has introduced a bill supporting the development of nuclear fusion power. Hank Jenkins-Smith, professor of public policy at the University of Oklahoma, joins CBS News to discuss.CBS News - Top stories -
Hedge fund pushes for power firm to be excluded from Ukraine debt deal
London-based VR Capital is part of bondholder group that does not want Ukrenergo debt to be part of sovereign restructuringFinancial Times - Business - Ukraine -
The Unlikely Force Behind a Push to Legalize ‘Shrooms’ in New York
A lobbying effort led in part by religious groups has state lawmakers considering two different measures that would legalize psilocybin, a drug known as “magic mushrooms.”The New York Times - Top stories - New York -
Private-Fund Lobbyists Push Back on Expanding Money-Laundering Checks
Industry says worries about dirty money flowing through private-equity and hedge funds are overblown.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Doctors call to expand syphilis testing during pregnancy amid recent surge
A coalition of doctors are sounding the alarm on the need for increased syphilis testing for pregnant individuals, amid a recent surge of the sexually transmitted infection in U.S. newborns. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists ...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 -
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 -
Richard Engel: Israeli attack against Iran appears limited
NBC News Chief Foreign Correspondent Richard Engel reports from Jerusalem on Israel carrying out a strike against Iran.NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Middle East Crisis: Live Updates: Israel Strikes Iran, but Scope of Attack Appears Limited
Iranian officials reported blasts overnight at a military base near the city of Isfahan. Israel had vowed retaliation for Iran’s attack last weekend, but muted initial reaction in both countries suggested they wanted to ease tensions.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Israel carries out limited retaliatory strike against Iran
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 -
5 big takeaways from Day 3 of Trump's hush money trial
Twelve jurors have been seated in the historic criminal trial of former president Donald Trump.ABC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Day 3 of Trump New York hush money trial
The full 12-person jury for Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial has been seated.CNN - Top stories - New York -
Can you afford to take your children on days out?
Parents and a play centre owner say they are feeling the squeeze when it comes to costs.BBC News - Top stories -
A silent Trump glowers and stares during third day of criminal trial
This was not Donald Trump the business mogul or Donald Trump the 45th president – it was Donald Trump the defendant. With Donald Trump just a few feet away, a potential juror in the criminal case against him summed up the experience in just three ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
Watch: Lawyers spar during tetchy exchanges at Post Office inquiry
Rodric Williams, who still works for the company, was a Post Office lawyer as the Horizon scandal developed.BBC News - Top stories -
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Twelve jurors have already been chosen. Jury selection could wrap up on Friday as the lawyers seek to add five alternates — substitutes in case any of the first dozen must leave — to the panel.The New York Times - Top stories -
Tesla earnings day is around the corner. So far, robotaxis are ‘just a buzzword.’
Tesla is heading toward its earnings day next week, and there’s plenty for investors to worry about.MarketWatch - Business -
Earth Day 2024: The clock is ticking as the planet takes a licking
The news of the day doesn’t make existential problems go away. We can spend the moral and financial capital now to save the environment or our children and grandchildren will pay the price later.The Hill - Politics -
Day 2 of Trump New York hush money trial
The second day of Donald Trump's hush money criminal trial concluded Tuesday with the selection of seven jurors. A panel of 12 New Yorkers and likely six alternates will ultimately be chosen.CNN - Top stories - New York -
Premier League and FA Cup semis: 10 things to look out for this weekend
Two big Wembley meetings await in the Cup, while a desperation derby looks to be in store at Goodison Park. There was a distinct end-of-season vibe at the Gtech Community Stadium after Brentford’s win over Sheffield United, with Thomas Frank and ...The Guardian - World - Premier League -
Chess: Four in close contention as Candidates reaches weekend climax
With just the final two rounds to come, Ian Nepomniachtchi, Hikaru Nakamura and Gukesh Domaraju share the lead while the world No 2 , Fabiano Caruana, is half a point behind. With 12 rounds complete and just Saturday’s and Sunday’s final two ...The Guardian - World -
FA Cup replays backlash, Nagelsmann extends Germany deal: football news – live
News, Premier League previews and European reactionBarney Ronay: City fail to deliver as Madrid’s power tellsMeanwhile in the Championship, a host of former Premier League sides are nervously peering down rather than optimistically looking up. ...The Guardian - World -
'We've never seen anything like this': Dubai Airports CEO expects normal service within 24 hours after flood chaos
Dubai Airports CEO said he expects services to return "close to normality" soon as the major transit hub deals with the fallout from unprecedented flooding.CNBC - Business -
Reince Priebus Was Pushed Out by Trump. Now He's Raising Money for His Coronation.
The former White House chief of staff, who has longtime Wisconsin ties, aims to bring in $70 million for the Republican convention in Milwaukee.The Wall Street Journal - World