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‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ breaks ‘Asian curse,’ crowning first Taiwanese American queen
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” crowned its first Taiwanese American drag queen Friday, breaking what the winner recently called the competition series’ “Asian curse.”NBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Developing country DMOs driving blind
All borrowers are equal, but some . . .Financial Times - World -
Ukraine Says It Downed Russian Bomber
The downing of the Tu-22 comes as each side wrestles for control of the skies with the front lines largely deadlocked.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Why are American roads so dangerous?
Bad driving is probably playing a bigger role in the fatality rate than larger cars and longer journeysFinancial Times - World -
More aid has been entering Gaza through the south of the enclave and a newly opened crossing in the north, but relief workers said it is inadequate to avert a looming famine.
More aid has been entering Gaza through the south of the enclave and a newly opened crossing in the north, but relief workers said it is inadequate to avert a looming famine.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Fake Tags Add to Real Chaos on American Roads
Officials are moving to increase enforcement and change laws in response to the rise in counterfeit or expired plates, which exploded during the pandemic.The New York Times - Top stories -
'Native Nations' Review: An Essential American History
Long before the arrival of Europeans in North America, indigenous communities built complex urban areas linked by diplomatic and trading networks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Bitcoin Miners Brace for the ‘Halving’—and Race to Cash In
The Bitcoin halving is imminent. Crypto mining companies are reaching for every trick in the book to survive it.Wired - Tech - Crypto -
Columbia, Free Speech and the Coddling of the American Right
If Columbia can’t protect free speech, what hope is there for America’s institutions?The New York Times - Top stories -
Verstappen wins Chinese Grand Prix sprint race ahead of Hamilton - reaction
Follow live text and BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra commentary of the sprint race and qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
Top Cuban official says country open to more U.S. deportations
Cuba's deputy foreign minister tells CBS News that his country is willing to accommodate more than one deportation flight per month.CBS News - Politics - US Open -
Pence predicts Putin will target a NATO country if he's successful in Ukraine
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Thursday called on House lawmakers to help push forward further funding for Ukraine, predicting Russian President Vladimir Putin will target a NATO nation should Russia win its war with Kyiv. "I have no doubt in ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
A trial is underway for the Panama Papers, a case that changed the country's financial rules
Eight years after 11 million leaked secret financial documents revealed how some of the world’s richest people hide their wealth, more than two dozen defendants are on trial in Panama for their alleged rolesABC News - World -
Biden administration announces new partnership with 50 countries to stifle future pandemics
President Joe Biden's administration is launching a program that will help 50 countries identify and respond to infectious diseases, with the goal of preventing pandemics like the COVID-19 outbreakABC News - Health - Joe Biden -
Ukraine said it downed a Russian supersonic bomber, part of a mounting air war as each side wrestles for control of the skies with the front lines largely deadlocked.
Ukraine said it downed a Russian supersonic bomber, part of a mounting air war as each side wrestles for control of the skies with the front lines largely deadlocked.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Norris takes Chinese GP sprint race pole, Hamilton second - reaction
Follow live text and audio commentary from practice and sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
Lawmakers want to make China pay its trillion-dollar debt to Americans
When the People's Republic of China won recognition as China's rightful government, it also inherited its predecessor government's debtsThe Hill - Politics - China -
With Man City reeling, Arsenal and Liverpool face moment of truth in title race
Real Madrid have shown that Manchester City can be overcome, so Arsenal and Liverpool must apply the pressure to make it happen in the Premier League.ESPN - Sports - Premier League -
War in Gaza Causes Surprising Rift Within Japanese American Group
Activists in the Asian American community are pressuring organizations to re-evaluate their partnerships and to call for a cease-fire.The New York Times - Top stories -
Mandisa, 'American Idol' singer and Grammy winner, dies at 47
Grammy-winning singer Mandisa, who rose to fame on season five of “American Idol,” has died, her representative said Friday.NBC News - Top stories -
Democrats begin to outpace Republicans in fundraising for key House races
Democratic candidates outraised Republicans in almost every one of the most competitive seats in the race for the House, according to new fundraising reports.NBC News - Politics - Republican Party -
Bid to secure spot for glacier in Icelandic presidential race heats up
Idea Angela Rawlings had a decade ago for Snæfellsjökull has snowballed into a full-blown campaign with a team of 50 people. Standing in the shadow of Iceland’s Snæfellsjökull, – a 700,000-year-old glacier perched on a volcano and visible to half ...The Guardian - World -
Mandisa Hundley, ‘American Idol’ Singer and Grammy Winner, Dies at 47
She performed and produced music with Christian themes and won a Grammy Award in 2013.The New York Times - Top stories -
By 2054, there will be 422,000 Americans over age 100. That poses a financial challenge
People are living longer than ever, a dynamic that puts stress on the traditional notion of retirement savings.CNBC - Business -
'American Idol' singer and Grammy winner Mandisa dies at 47
Mandisa, who competed on season 5 of "American Idol," has died, the singer's rep confirmed to ABC News.ABC News - Top stories -
Americans split on whether Trump will, should be convicted in hush money case: Poll
Americans are split on whether former President Trump will be convicted in his New York hush money case, according to a poll released Friday. The Economist/YouGov poll found that 24 percent of Americans think the former president is going to be ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Final Jurors for Trump Hush Money Trial Selected as Case Races On
Just after the last selections of alternate jurors were made, a man set himself on fire outside the courthouse, horrifying onlookers. But the case was not delayed.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Mandisa, Grammy-winning singer and "American Idol" alum, dead at 47
The singer was found deceased at her home, a representative said.CBS News - Entertainment -
Iran grounds commercial aircraft across wide swath of the country as air defense systems fire amid reported explosions
Iran grounds commercial aircraft across wide swath of the country as air defense systems fire amid reported explosionsABC News - World - Iran -
Defense giant BAE Systems linked to arms deals in countries accused of human rights abuses, report finds
British defense contractor BAE Systems does business with countries accused of known or suspected human rights abuses, according to a new report.CNBC - Business -
CNN analyst warns of ‘civil unrest across the country’ if Trump jailed for gag order violation
CNN analyst Mark Preston said he thinks if former President Trump is jailed for violating the gag order in his hush money trial, there would be “civil unrest across the country” and it would help him in the polls. Preston joined CNN’s Jim Acosta ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Israel retaliated against Iran's massive drone and missile attack on its territory, a move that threatens to send the countries deeper into an escalatory spiral that could lead to war.
Israel retaliated against Iran’s massive drone and missile attack on its territory, a move that threatens to send the countries deeper into an escalatory spiral that could lead to war.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Microsoft Ups Ante in AI Race With China Through Stake in Abu Dhabi Firm
The $1.5 billion deal between the U.S. tech firm and Abu Dhabi-based G42 signals a pivot for the Gulf state toward WashingtonThe Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
How much money Americans in their 30s saved in 2023—and how to save more, according to a CFP
Despite various financial burdens, people in their 30s managed to save the most out of any age group last year — and here's how they can save even more in 2024.CNBC - Business -
2024 Kentucky Derby prediction, odds, horses, top contenders: Surprising picks from horse racing insider
When is the 2024 Kentucky Derby? The annual Run for the Roses takes place Saturday, May 4 at Churchill DownsCBS Sports - Sports -
2024 GEICO 500 expert picks, best bets, Talladega odds, race time: NASCAR insider backs Kyle Busch
Steven Taranto has hit five winners this year and reveals his NASCAR picks and racing best bets for the NASCAR at Talladega Superspeedway raceCBS Sports - Sports - NASCAR -
American Express says cardholders are buying lots of ‘front of cabin’ plane tickets, as total spending grows 7%
American Express saw an acceleration in new card acquisitions during the first quarter, and it recorded a profit beat for the period.MarketWatch - Business -
Mandisa, 'American Idol' star and Grammy-winning Christian music singer, dies at 47
Grammy-winning Christian music singer Mandisa died Thursday at age 47, The Times confirmed. She was known for songs including 'Overcomer' and 'Bleed the Same.'Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
2024 Oaklawn Handicap predictions, odds, time, horses, contenders: Surprising picks from horse racing insider
Beyer Speed Figure maker Bob Weir reveals his picks for Saturday's Oaklawn Handicap 2024 at Oaklawn ParkCBS Sports - Sports -
Subsidy race with US and China would harm Europe’s ailing economy, IMF warns
Fund urges EU to avoid ‘protectionist’ policies and focus on cutting internal trade barriersFinancial Times - World - China