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Europe’s Biggest Salt Mine Is Now in 'Minecraft,' and It’s Helping Ukraine Rebuild
The Soledar Salt Mine in eastern Ukraine shut down in early 2022 amidst the Russian invasion. The Ukrainian government recreated it in Minecraft to raise funds to restore a school hit during the war.Wired - Tech - Ukraine -
Putin’s Ukraine obsession has blinded him to dangers at home
The Kremlin autocrat once wanted to align with the US in fighting terrorism but is trapped in lies and paranoiaFinancial Times - World - Ukraine -
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Baltimore bridge collapse update: Six people are missing and two have been found after a large containership plowed into the bridgeThe Wall Street Journal - World -
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Putin is stockpiling Americans in his jails. In the secret game of prisoner swaps, he has held most of the cards.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ukraine pleads for air defence aid after Russia launches more missile strikes on Kyiv
At least five people injured and a three-storey building damaged in latest wave of strikes . Russia has launched its third wave of missile strikes against Ukraine’s capital, Kyiv, in five days, as part of its ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
‘I’m not profiting from misery. I’m averting more’ – Thales’s UK boss on making missiles for Ukraine
Whether manufacturing drones or printing British blue passports, the defence contractor is flying high in a geopolitically risky climate. For a “ferocious remainer”, Alex Cresswell is remarkably proud of his blue passport. For some, the dark ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
A bill aimed at expanding the draft in Ukraine is stuck in the country's parliament after months of debate, stalling Kyiv's push to get more soldiers to the battlefront.
A bill aimed at expanding the draft in Ukraine is stuck in the country’s parliament after months of debate, stalling Kyiv’s push to get more soldiers to the battlefront.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Novo Nordisk targets heart disease in $1.1 billion deal
Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical whose market cap has swelled due to popular weight loss drugs, on Monday announced it was making an acquisition targeting cardiovascular disease.MarketWatch - Business -
UK to launch ‘national endeavour’ to reinforce nuclear deterrent
Government and industry will invest £760mn towards critical skills and infrastructureFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Boeing chief Calhoun to step down as company battles safety concerns
Management shake-up follows weeks of turmoil for US aircraft manufacturerFinancial Times - Business -
US and Japan plan biggest upgrade to security pact in over 60 years
Biden and Kishida to announce move to counter China at White House meeting next monthFinancial Times - Business - Japan -
Novo Nordisk in €1bn deal for RNA-based heart disease therapies
Danish group seeks to branch out from diabetes and weight loss drugs with Cardior acquisitionFinancial Times - Business -
Stocks Finish Lower, Led by Nasdaq
U.S. stocks finished lower, with the S&P 500 creeping further from its recent record highs.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘The cost of dealing with disease is growing all the time’: why experts think sugar taxes should be far higher
More than 100 countries impose levies on sugar, but should tariffs increase to improve wellbeing and generate revenues to help tackle related illnesses?. Lying in the shadow of Table Mountain, a short drive from the sprawling vineyards that help ...The Guardian - World -
Bruce Springsteen says he 'couldn't sing at all' due to peptic ulcer disease
Bruce Springsteen has opened up about the illness that kept him from singing for several months.ABC News - Top stories -
Holi Celebrations and More
A blackout in Cuba, a white buffalo in Thailand, lava in Iceland and more top images from around the world, selected by WSJ photo editors.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Ukraine: Enemy in the Woods
An extraordinary portrait of lives compromised by war.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Here’s how much money Americans in their 30s have in their 401(k)s
Americans in their 30s are around halfway to retirement age, but many don't have much saved in their 401(k)s.CNBC - Business -
Singapore's former transport minister S Iswaran slapped with 8 new charges
The new charges bring his total amount of charges to 35, including corruption. Iswaran has pleaded not guilty to the earlier 27 charges.CNBC - Business -
RFK Jr.'s ballot signatures could be invalid in Nevada without VP
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to name a vice presidential pick on Tuesday, but it will still have to resubmit its ballot signatures to qualify in Nevada.CBS News - Politics -
Dow Industrials, S&P 500 Dip to Start Week
Stocks were mostly lower as chip makers came under pressure, after a report that China plans to phase out U.S.-made microprocessors in government computers and servers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Fear, faith, friendship: Inside F1’s most precious relationship
When the lights go out, a Formula 1 driver is alone - apart from one connection. Their race engineer is their guide, strategist and psychologist.BBC News - Top stories -
Nigeria accuses Binance of tax evasion as detained executive ‘escapes’ custody
West African country steps up scrutiny of world’s largest cryptocurrency exchangeFinancial Times - Business -
Here's how to watch RFK Jr.'s VP announcement
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is expected to make an announcement on Tuesday afternoon about his pick for vice president, ending weeks of speculation over his running mate amid his long-shot independent bid. Kennedy is set to make his announcement at 2 ...The Hill - Politics -
What to know about RFK Jr.'s VP pick
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What to know about RFK Jr.'s VP pick Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., of the infamous political dynasty, is continuing his third-party bid for president, ...The Hill - Politics -
Who is Nicole Shanahan, RFK Jr.'s new running mate?
An unconventional choice, Nicole Shanahan brings youth and considerable wealth to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s long-shot campaign but is little known outside Silicon Valley.CBS News - Politics -
U.K.’s tech unicorns honored with ever-changing statue in NYC
The United Kingdom is honoring its unicorns -- or startups with a valuation above $1 billion -- with its Ever-Changing Statue in New York.VentureBeat - Tech -
Chair says Libertarians are 'confused' by RFK Jr.'s VP pick
The chair of the Libertarian National Committee said its members are “confused” by Robert F. Kennedy’s Jr. vice presidential pick, which he announced Tuesday. “I think that a lot of libertarians are a little bit confused over why he chose Nicole ...The Hill - Politics -
Overwatch 2's New DPS Hero, Venture, Is As Maneuverable As They Are Deadly
Overwatch 2's newest DPS hero, Venture, will be excavating their way into the game soon, and Blizzard has now given fans their best look yet at the archaeologists' game-changing abilities.Venture is a highly maneuverable DPS who uses their Smart ...GameSpot - Tech -
S&P Global Cuts Paramount Credit Rating Into Junk Territory
The ratings company cut Paramount Global to BB-plus from BBB-minus, citing continuing cord cutting and elevated investments required to support the buildout of streaming services.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Amazon writes its largest venture cheque yet for AI start-up Anthropic
$2.75bn deal is the latest sign of Big Tech’s race to capitalise on the booming sectorFinancial Times - Business - Amazon -
GE Vernova, Solventum to join S&P 500 index next week
Newly minted GE Vernova and Solventum Corp., both soon to be officially spun off from two industrial giants, are hitting it big early: They are joining the S&P 500 index next week.MarketWatch - Business -
The U.S.’s First Congestion Tolls Were Approved in New York City
Also, the Biden administration promised to aid Baltimore’s recovery. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.The New York Times - Top stories - New York -
The S&P 500 Is Poised for Best Start to Year Since 2019
Resilient corporate profits, enthusiasm around AI and hopes that the Fed will cut rates have given investors plenty of reasons to keep on buying.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk struck a deal to buy heart-disease-therapeutics developer Cardior Pharmaceuticals for up to the equivalent of $1.11 billion.
Wegovy maker Novo Nordisk struck a deal to buy heart-disease-therapeutics developer Cardior Pharmaceuticals for up to the equivalent of $1.11 billion.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why Obamacare Is in Grave Danger, Again
Republicans seem determined to destroy the Affordable Care Act.The New York Times - Top stories -
Russia-Ukraine war live: 200,000 without power in Ukraine since Friday; Nato could ‘shoot down Russian missiles near borders’
Attack on energy infrastructure on last week still causing blackouts; Poland’s deputy foreign minister warns Russia of consequences if missiles enter territory. The Kremlin has refused to be drawn on whether it believed there was a link between ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
Russia-Ukraine war live: Russian foreign ministry claims it’s ‘extremely hard to believe’ Islamic State could launch Moscow attack
Russian officials have repeatedly cast doubt over who was behind attack despite IS claiming responsibility and Western intelligence evidence. Here are some of the latest images from Ukraine:. Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered his ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Ukraine says it hit Russian landing ships in Crimea
A large number of missiles targeted Kyiv early on Sunday as Russia stepped up attacks against Ukraine.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Inside the Battle for a Bunker in Avdiivka, Ukraine
A struggle for a position held by Ukrainian forces in the eastern city of Avdiivka underlines how the conflict is increasingly being fought in close-quarter combat.The New York Times - World - Ukraine