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Ecuador defends raid on the Mexican Embassy and tells top UN court it acted to take in a criminal
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EU, UN reschedule launch of anti-human trafficking project in Cambodia after questions about venue
The European Union and United Nations abruptly rescheduled the launch of an anti-human trafficking program this week after being confronted with questions on the choice of venue: a Phnom Penh hotel owned by a Cambodian tycoon who has another ...ABC News - World - United Nations -
‘Green Islam’ Drew a Reporter to Indonesia
An environmental movement is growing in the world’s most populous Muslim nation.The New York Times - World - Indonesia -
Trump Media shares rise again, jump 50% in the past week
The stock has had several volatile days in the past month, trading at a high of about $60 a share and a low of just over $20 per share.CNBC - Business - Donald Trump -
Intimacy coordinators are on the rise on film and TV sets. Here's what they do.
Intimacy coordination is a relatively new and growing field with movie and television productions required to make a good-faith effort to hire one if needed on set.CBS News - Entertainment -
Treasury Yields Fall Slightly After Fed Decision
The U.S. central bank confirmed expectations by holding interest rates unchanged.The Wall Street Journal - World - Federal Reserve -
Nigeria Workers' Day: Civil servants get pay rises up to 35%
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Swiss Franc Could Rise in Coming Weeks Due to Position Squeeze
The Swiss franc could appreciate in the coming weeks as extensive short positions—or bets on the currency falling—could result in a squeeze that pushes the currency higher, BNP Paribas said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Smith & Nephew grants CEO 30% pay rise despite shareholder revolt
AGM vote sees 43% come out against a hike of $2.6mn for Deepak Nath if he hits targetsFinancial Times - Business -
Qualcomm’s stock rises after earnings show traction with on-device AI
Qualcomm Inc. says it’s benefitting as customers look to enable artificial intelligence on their devices, and its stock gained about 4% after hours.MarketWatch - Business -
Viking shares rise 8% after cruise line operator's market debut
The company's initial public offering coincides with a strong rebound in cruise bookings.CNBC - Business -
Democrats release report on big oil probe
Welcome to The Hill's Energy & Environment newsletter {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Democrats release report on big oil probe According to a report from a yearslong investigation by House Democrats, major oil ...The Hill - Politics -
Qantas blunder lets customers view strangers' data
The airline has apologised after users of its app were mistakenly given access to personal details.BBC News - Top stories -
Morning Report — Democrats vow to shield GOP Speaker
House Democratic leaders say they’re prepared to shield Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) from a potential conservative coup within his own ranks, an unprecedented vow that inflamed one of his most outspoken GOP critics Tuesday. “If the Democrats want ...The Hill - Politics -
Will Hamas Say No?
We explain why a cease-fire hasn’t happened.The New York Times - Top stories -
Kenyans in flood-prone areas are ordered to evacuate or will be moved by force as death toll rises
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Australian PM Albanese vows new funding to help women escape domestic violence after homicides rise
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced new funding to help women escape domestic violence and a crackdown on misogynistic online content in reaction to an uptick in homicides committed by current and former male partners that he ...ABC News - World -
Oil prices ends lower as weekly U.S. crude supplies rise by over 7 million barrels
Oil futures fell for a third straight session on Wednesday, settling at their lowest level since mid-March, after official U.S. data revealed an unexpected weekly rise of more than 7 million barrels in domestic crude inventories.MarketWatch - Business -
Demand for riskier adjustable-rate mortgages hits highest level of the year, due to rising rates
The share of ARM applications rose to 7.8% of mortgage demand last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. That is the highest level of the year.CNBC - Business -
Cruise line Viking has buoyant debut in year’s second-largest US IPO
Company backed by TPG rises 9% on first day to bolster hopes for private equity exitsFinancial Times - Business -
WNBA ticket sales on StubHub are up 93%. Aces, Caitlin Clark and returning stars fuel rise
The wave of incoming rookies such as Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso and the return of popular players A’ja Wilson and Kelsey Plum of the defending champion Las Vegas Aces have led to unprecedented demand for WNBA games on one of ...ABC News - Sports - WNBA -
Cannabis stocks rally after report that DEA will reclassify drug as less dangerous
Cannabis stocks were up sharply on Tuesday on a report by the Associated Press that the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is poised to propose moving cannabis to a Schedule III controlled substance.MarketWatch - Business -
Disclosures of U.S. Identities in Spy Reports Nearly Tripled Last Year
Increase was largely because of efforts to combat foreign hackers targeting critical American infrastructure.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Trump Calls for Release of Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich
“I think he’s a very brave young man,” the former president said.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
Amazon Reports $143.3 Billion in Revenue for First Quarter of 2024
The company also reported that profit more than tripled, to $10.4 billion, topping Wall Street expectations.The New York Times - Tech -
AMD reports strong Q1 data center revenue offset by weak gaming
Advanced Micro Devices reported strong data center revenue that grew 80% in the first quarter ended March 31, but gaming revenue fell 48%.VentureBeat - Tech -
Evening Report — Trump hush money trial resumes in NYC
A quick recap of the day and what to look forward to tomorrow {beacon} Evening Report © AP Week 3 of Trump's hush money trial: Testimony resumed Tuesday in former President Trump's criminal trial over accusations that he paid adult film ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Tesla shares fall amid reports that Supercharger unit slashed
Tesla Inc. shares dropped Tuesday after the electric-vehicle maker reportedly cut hundreds of more jobs, including its entire Supercharger unit.MarketWatch - Business - Tesla -
N.S.A. Disclosure of U.S. Identities in Surveillance Reports Nearly Tripled in 2023
The sharp increase of so-called unmaskings, to more than 31,300 times, arose from attempts by foreign hackers to infiltrate the computer systems of critical infrastructure.The New York Times - Top stories -
Binoculars in hand, reporters go Trump-spotting at New York trial
The must-have accessory at Donald Trump’s hush money trial?NBC News - Top stories - New York -
Report: MLB to modify Nike uniforms after complaints from players, fans
Major League Baseball plans to modify its Nike uniforms by the start of the 2025 season following complaints this spring from players and fans, according to a report.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Most Companies Lack Tech Needed to Meet Sustainability Reporting Requirements
Almost nine out of 10 tech and sustainability leaders say they need to adopt better technology, according to a Bain & Co. survey.The Wall Street Journal - World -
4/28: The Book Report by Washington Post critic Ron Charles
The "Sunday Morning" book reviewer offers his picks from this month's new fiction and non-fiction titles, including a new book by Amor Towles, author of "A Gentleman in Moscow," and Judi Dench's love letter to Shakespeare.CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom -
WATCH: 5 reported killed as ‘Harry Potter Castle’ damaged in Odesa
At least five people were killed as a landmark building dubbed the “Harry Potter Castle” was damaged in a Russian attack on Monday, officials said.ABC News - Top stories -
1 in 3 Asian Americans report being subject of hate: Survey
About 1 in 3 Asian American, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders have faced hate for their identity within the past year, according to a new poll. The STAATUS survey, conducted by Savanta Research, found that more than 30 percent of Asian ...The Hill - Politics -
Xbox's Game Lineup Is Jam-Packed For The Second Half Of 2024 - Report
Xbox has several games coming out in 2024, particularly in the latter half. We might already know the release windows for the games too, as Microsoft is most likely going to reveal them at its showcase on June 9.. According to The Verge, ...GameSpot - Tech -
38 percent of local election officials report threats, harassment or abuse: Poll
Nearly 4 in 10 local election officials experienced threats, harassment or abuse while on the job, according to a new poll. In the survey, published Wednesday by the Brennan Center for Justice, 38 percent of local election workers reported ...The Hill - Politics -
Map: Where teachers are being paid the least, according to new report
In some states, teachers are barely making enough to be considered middle class.The Hill - Politics -
Binoculars in hand, reporters go Trump-spotting at New York trial
The must-have accessory at Donald Trump’s hush money trial?NBC News - Politics - New York -
The Book Report: Washington Post critic Ron Charles (April 28)
This month's fiction and non-fiction titles include the follow-up from Amor Towles, author of the international sensation, "A Gentleman in Moscow."CBS News - Entertainment - United Kingdom