Russia Extends Arrest of Us Reporter Evan Gershkovich Who Has Spent Nearly A Year in Jail
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EU Lawmakers Call for Release of WSJ Reporter Evan Gershkovich and Others Held in Russia
European Parliament members condemn election process that elected Vladimir Putin as Russia’s leader.The Wall Street Journal - World - European Union -
European lawmakers approved a resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of political prisoners held in Russia, including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.
European lawmakers approved a resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of political prisoners held in Russia, including Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Evan Gershkovich’s appeal against his detention rejected by Moscow court
Wall Street Journal reporter, held since March 2023 on espionage allegations, to remain in Russian jail for at least two more months. The American journalist Evan Gershkovich, who was arrested over a year ago in Russia, will remain in jail for at ...The Guardian - World -
Klimt portrait lost for nearly 100 years auctioned for $32 million
Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Fräulein Lieser," which went missing after its owners fled Austria after 1930, was auctioned off for $32 million.CBS News - World -
Klimt portrait lost for nearly 100 years auctioned for $32 million
Gustav Klimt's "Portrait of Fräulein Lieser," which went missing after its owners fled Austria after 1930, was auctioned off for $32 million.CBS News - Top stories -
Nevada parents arrested after boy found in makeshift "jail cell"
Misty Scanlan, 46, and Jeffery Scanlan,41, were taken into custody and each booked on one count of child abuse and neglect.CBS News - Top stories -
Nurse who stole more than £100k from patients jailed
He forged the signature of an elderly woman who was incapable of holding a pen, say police.BBC News - Top stories -
A celebrity politician has been jailed for rape. Will Czech women be listened to now? | Apolena Rychlíková and Jakub Zelenka|
We helped bring Dominik Feri to justice. His trial should have rattled a complacent political establishment. He was spoken of as an extraordinary talent. A rising star with a million followers on Instagram, who made politics relevant for younger ...The Guardian - World -
Nearly 70 Years After McDonald's Got Its Start, This Simple Fact Will Surprise and Delight You
There's a reason McDonald's has become such an integral part of American culture and is so beloved worldwide.Inc. - Business -
Turkish rail officials jailed for more than 108 years for crash that left 25 dead
A court in Turkey sentenced nine rail officials to more than 108 years’ imprisonment over a crash six years ago that killed 25 people, local media reported on ThursdayABC News - World -
The costs of buying a home has hit an all-time high: report
It is more expensive than ever to buy a home in the U.S., according to a new report from the real estate company Redfin. The median home price hit a record $383,725 during the four week period ending April 21. That’s up 5.2 percent from a year ...The Hill - Politics -
Mystery Death of Texan Who Fought for MoscowSparks Outrage in Russia
Russell Bentley, a fixture of Russian propaganda who moved to Russian-occupied Ukraine in 2014, was found dead after being held by Russian soldiers.The Wall Street Journal - World - Russia -
US has another batch of weapons headed to Ukraine
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story US announces largest ever batch of Ukraine aid The announcement comes after the U.S. began sending $1 billion in new ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Becoming a mother was impossibly hard during Covid. Has anything changed since?
Rates are improving in the US as healthcare organizations take steps to confront the continuing crisis. Still, new mothers often feel alone: ‘People don’t know what to do’. After five months of maternity leave with her second baby, a daughter born ...The Guardian - World -
Stocks on Track for Weekly Gains as PCE Inflation Hits 2.7%
Stocks climbed, putting the major U.S. indexes on course for weekly gains despite another round of firm inflation data.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Exxon Spent Money to Make Money
The oil and gas giant’s spending in recent years has opened up a huge gap with Chevron, and it might widen further.The Wall Street Journal - World -
England tops chart for child alcohol use - report
The World Health Organization also finds higher rates of drinking and vaping among teenage girls.BBC News - Top stories -
10-year Treasury yield slips after latest U.S. inflation report
U.S. Treasury yields fell on Friday as investors digested Thursday’s gross domestic product report and the PCE data.CNBC - Business -
Dozens of arrests reported at pro-Palestinian protest at Emerson College
The school earlier warned students that police have the right to respond.CBS News - Top stories -
German lawmakers assail far-right party over alleged China, Russia links following spying arrest
The German government and opposition lawmakers have assailed the far-right Alternative for Germany for its alleged closeness to Russia and China after an assistant to a legislator for the party was arrested on suspicion of spying for BeijingABC News - World - Germany -
California university cancels event over Gaza protests
Meanwhile, hundreds of students march in Washington DC, and congresswoman Ilhan Omar joins protesters at a New York campus.BBC News - Top stories - California -
LA college cancels graduation ceremony amid Gaza protests
Protests against the Gaza war grip dozens of campuses across America, with hundreds of arrests.BBC News - Top stories -
England has highest rates of child alcohol consumption, WHO finds
Global health experts call for curbs on online marketing to protect teens from marketing of ‘harmful products’Financial Times - World -
Vietnamese state media reports head of parliament has resigned amid corruption probe
Vietnamese state media reports head of parliament has resigned amid corruption probeABC News - World -
A Russian actress who called for peace was fined for hosting an 'almost naked' party
A Moscow court has imposed a 50,000-ruble ($560) fine on a TV presenter and actress who gained notoriety for hosting an “almost naked” party, saying her social media posts calling for peace discredited the militaryABC News - World - Russia -
Russia fines actress who hosted 'almost naked' party over her calls for peace
A Moscow court on Thursday imposed a 50,000-ruble ($560) fine on a TV presenter and actress who gained notoriety for hosting an “almost naked” party, saying her social media posts calling for peace discredited the military.NBC News - Top stories - Russia -
US has seen evidence of attempts by China to influence election, says Blinken
Secretary of state met Xi Jinping in Beijing and warned of sanctions over China’s support for Russian arms industry. Washington has seen evidence of attempts by Beijing to “influence and arguably interfere” in this year’s US elections, the ...The Guardian - World - China -
Champions League 2024-25: Who has qualified, who is at risk of missing out and what to know
Some UCL regulars are in danger across England, Spain, Italy, Germany and FranceCBS Sports - Sports -
Nintendo Switch 2 Might Be Using Magnetic Joy-Con Controllers - Report
The Nintendo Switch successor is reportedly using magnetic Joy-Con controllers, and the Joy-Con controllers currently used with the Switch might not be backwards compatible with it.. According to a report from Spanish outlet Vandal (translated by ...GameSpot - Tech -
Biden meets with 4-year-old American who was held hostage by Hamas
President Biden met at the White House Wednesday with Abigail Edan, a 4-year-old who was held by Hamas in Gaza and was released last November as part of a hostage deal. White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan told reporters the meeting ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden meets 4-year-old who was held hostage by Hamas
Four-year-old Abigail Mor Edan was held by Hamas for 50 days and was the youngest American hostage released by Hamas.CBS News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden meets 4-year-old who was held hostage by Hamas
Four-year-old Abigail Mor Edan was held by Hamas for 50 days and was the youngest American hostage released by Hamas.CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Man who killed Will Smith gets 25-year sentence
The man who fatally shot retired Saints star Will Smith after a 2016 car crash has received a 25-year prison sentence following his conviction on a manslaughter charge.ESPN - Sports -
A US citizen facing drug charges in Russia appears in court. His case was adjourned until mid-May
A U.S. citizen arrested on drug charges in Moscow amid soaring Russia-U.S. tensions has appeared in court and had his case adjourned until mid-MayABC News - World -
Barnard Ends Suspensions for Most Student Protesters Who Were Arrested
The students had been among more than 100 who were suspended for participating in an encampment at Columbia University.The New York Times - Top stories -
28 Years Later Adds Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes, And Aaron Taylor-Johnson To Cast - Report
Danny Boyle and Alex Garland's upcoming zombie movie 28 Years Later has made significant progress this year. In addition to finding a home with Sony, the film has reportedly found its lead actors.According to a Deadline report, the upcoming zombie ...GameSpot - Tech -
Eagles, wide receiver A.J. Brown agree to 3-year, $96 million contract extension
A.J. Brown is set to make $32 million per season, which will make him the highest paid wide receiver in NFL history.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Unilever backed its full-year guidance after reporting better-than-expected revenue for the first-quarter on higher volumes.
Unilever backed its full-year guidance after reporting better-than-expected revenue for the first-quarter on higher volumes.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Youth alcohol, e-cigarette use 'alarming': WHO
The World Health Organization is sounding the alarm on the use of alcohol and electronic cigarettes in adolescents, calling the widespread use "alarming" in a new analysis. The WHO, in a report published Thursday, said their findings show a ...The Hill - Politics -
Boston police arrest 100 as crackdown on campus Palestine protests ramps up
At least 93 students detained at USC and 34 arrested in Austin while House speaker faced jeers at Columbia University. More than 100 people were arrested at Emerson College in Boston early on Thursday in the latest crackdown against the rising ...The Guardian - World