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The Black Tax: why have African Americans been cheated by the system for so long?
In a new book, historian Andrew W Kahrl looks at the many systemic ways that prejudicial and harmful practices have affected financial stability. Property value assessment may not sound like the most thrilling of topics, but according to historian ...The Guardian - World -
EU threatens TikTok Lite with ban over reward-to-watch feature
App feature could be suspended unless child safety concerns addressed, in first use of sweeping new digital powers. The EU has said it will ban a new service launched by TikTok in Europe that it believes could be “as addictive as cigarettes” ...The Guardian - World - European Union -
Barcelona threaten legal action over ‘phantom goal’ in defeat to Real Madrid
Lamine Yamal’s strike in 3-2 loss on Sunday ruled out by VARBarça believe ball crossed the line and could demand replayBarcelona president Joan Laporta has threatened legal action and could demand a replay after his side were denied a goal against ...The Guardian - World -
Why American students need to get back to China
American students need to get back to China. U.S. policymakers can help them by increasing opportunities and funding to do so. Whether or not policymakers see eye-to-eye on China policy, all should be able to agree that America cannot deal with ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Perception of when old age starts has increased over time, shows study
As people get older, they revise the age they consider to be old upwards. None of us are getting any younger, but it appears the age at which we are considered old has moved upwards over the generations.. What’s more, as adults get older, they ...The Guardian - World -
American tourist faces prison in Turks and Caicos over ammo found in luggage
An American tourist could face at least 12 years in prison in Turks and Caicos after airport security allegedly found ammo in his carry-on bag. Kris Van Cleave has the story.CBS News - World -
American tourist faces prison in Turks and Caicos over ammo found in luggage
An American tourist could face at least 12 years in prison in Turks and Caicos after airport security allegedly found ammo in his carry-on bag. Kris Van Cleave has the story.CBS News - Top stories -
American tourist facing prison in Turks and Caicos over ammo in luggage
Ryan Watson could face at least 12 years in prison in Turks and Caicos after airport security allegedly found four rounds of hunting ammo in his carry-on.CBS News - Top stories -
Israeli intel chief resigns over Oct. 7 failings; Netanyahu vows to reject U.S. sanctions on IDF unit
Israeli military intel chief resigns over Oct. 7 failings; Netanyahu vows to reject U.S. sanctions on IDF unitNBC News - Top stories - Israel -
EU threatens to suspend TikTok Lite’s money-for-views program over addiction fears
The European Union on Monday opened proceedings against ByteDance's TikTok and threatened to suspend its newly launched TikTok Lite rewards program.CNBC - Business - European Union -
FTC Sues to Block $8.5 Billion Tapestry-Capri Merger
The deal between Coach’s owner, Tapestry, and the parent of Michael Kors, Capri Holdings, is intended to create a U.S. luxury group to compete with the European industry giants.The New York Times - Business -
FTC Sues to Block $8.5 Billion Tapestry-Capri Merger
The deal between Coach’s owner, Tapestry, and the parent of Michael Kors, Capri Holdings, is intended to create a U.S. luxury group to compete with the European industry giants.The New York Times - Top stories -
How young South Africans are rethinking Nelson Mandela’s legacy
Some of those born after the end of apartheid are taking inspiration from the radical politics of Winnie Madikizela-MandelaFinancial Times - World -
How young South Africans are rethinking Nelson Mandela’s legacy
Some of those born after the end of apartheid are taking inspiration from the radical politics of Winnie Madikizela-MandelaFinancial Times - Business -
Cigarette prices motivating more quit attempts, study says
The cost-of-living crisis is having an impact - but health concerns remain the top reason for quitting.BBC News - Top stories -
Students at US universities file legal complaints over fossil fuel investments
Organizers at Columbia, Tulane and the University of Virginia write to attorneys general arguing schools’ investments are illegal. Campus organizers at three universities filed legal complaints on Monday arguing that their schools’ investments in ...The Guardian - World -
Columbia kicks the hornet's nest with student protests over Israel-Hamas war
Columbia University administrators appear to have only inflamed student protesters against the Israel-Hamas war both on their campus and at other schools after leadership chose to have more than 100 students arrested over pro-Palestine ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
FTC sues to block Coach parent Tapestry's acquisition of Capri Holdings
The FTC argued the combination of Tapesty and Capri would hurt consumers and workers.CNBC - Business -
FTC sues to block $8.5 billion merger of Coach and Michael Kors owners
Proposed deal "threatens to deprive consumers of the competition for affordable handbags," federal agency says.CBS News - Top stories -
FTC sues to block $8.5bn deal between the makers of Michael Kors and Coach
Antitrust regulator takes aim at proposed Capri-Tapestry deal to create a US luxury goods powerhouseFinancial Times - Business -
Taylor Swift college course inspires students to emulate her business acumen
Taylor Swift's successes and failures, including the battle to regain control of her master recordings, are part of the syllabus at the University of California, Berkeley.CBS News - Entertainment -
Senate Passes Spying Bill, Rejecting Privacy Concerns
Intelligence officials said the tool is vital to disrupting terror plots and cyberattacks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Interior Department Rejects Ambler Road Project in Alaska
A mining company wants to build a 211-mile industrial road through Alaskan wilderness to reach a large copper deposit. The Interior Department says it would harm wildlife and communities.The New York Times - Science -
Netanyahu vows to reject any sanctions on Israeli army
Reports say the US is planning to cut military aid to one Israeli unit over alleged rights violations.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Antony Blinken rejects suggestion of ‘double standard’ on Israel
Comments come as US state department report finds that Gaza war has had negative impact on human rights in Israel. The US secretary of state has rejected the idea that Washington might have a “double standard” when applying US law to allegations ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Will the UK’s rejection of EU overtures on youth mobility last?
Brussels’ offer to open talks has been rebuffed but the prospect of a deal is still possible, say expertsFinancial Times - World - European Union -
Will the UK’s rejection of EU overtures on youth mobility last?
Brussels’ offer to open talks has been rebuffed but the prospect of a deal is still possible, say expertsFinancial Times - Business - European Union -
Will the UK’s rejection of EU overtures on youth mobility last?
Brussels’ offer to open talks has been rebuffed but the prospect of a deal is still possible, say expertsFinancial Times - Business - European Union -
Gershkovich appeal rejected, ensuring detention into June
The Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich had an appeal to try and end his pretrial detention rejected Tuesday by a Moscow court, according to The Associated Press (AP). Gershkovich will remain in pretrial detention in Russia until late ...The Hill - Politics -
American Resolve Is Slipping
Neither Biden or Trump support such credible offensive measures as confronting Iran or Russia.The Wall Street Journal - World -
At least 20 dead after a ferry sinks in Central African Republic, witnesses say
Witnesses in Central African Republic say that at least 20 people have drowned after a ferry sank in the capitalABC News - World -
Anne Innis Dagg, Who Studied Giraffes in the Wild, Dies at 91
She was believed to be the first Western scientist to study the animals in their natural habitat, but she struggled to overcome sexism in academia.The New York Times - Science -
Heat-Related ER Visits Rose in 2023, CDC Study Finds
As record heat enveloped the nation, the rate of emergency room visits increased compared with the previous five years, a sign of the major health risks of high temperatures.The New York Times - Health -
7 in 10 workers worldwide exposed to extreme heat risks: Study
Extreme heat linked to climate change threatens more than 70 percent of workers globally, according to a report released Monday by the International Labor Organization (ILO). More than 2.4 billion of the world’s workers were at risk for some level ...The Hill - Politics -
Women are less likely to die when treated by female doctors, study suggests
Hospitalized women are less likely to die or be readmitted to the hospital if they are treated by female doctors, a study published Monday in the Annals of Internal Medicine found.NBC News - Top stories -
California grid will require major upgrade to meet EV demands: Study
More than two-thirds of electricity distribution circuits in the Golden State will require capacity upgrades by 2045 in order to meet electric vehicle (EV) demands, a new study has found. California must add 25 gigawatts to its capacity by that ...The Hill - Politics - California -
New Study Bolsters Idea of Athletic Differences Between Men and Trans Women
Research financed by the International Olympic Committee introduced new data to the unsettled and fractious debate about bans on transgender athletes.The New York Times - Top stories -
Anne Innis Dagg, Who Studied Giraffes in the Wild, Dies at 91
She was believed to be the first Western scientist to study the animals in their natural habitat, but she struggled to overcome sexism in academia.The New York Times - Science -
Extreme weather threatens Irish potato output
Climate change blamed for difficulties facing world’s biggest consumersFinancial Times - World -
Extreme weather threatens Irish potato output
Climate change blamed for difficulties facing world’s biggest consumersFinancial Times - Business