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With Germany legalising cannabis, Europe is reaching a tipping point. Britain, take note | Steve Rolles
Regulating cannabis use is no longer radical but an increasingly normalised strategy. The ‘tough on drugs’ approach is archaic. Germany’s cannabis reforms were approved this week, overcoming the final legislative hurdle when the Bundesrat, ...The Guardian - World -
Amazon Adds $2.75 Billion to its Stake in Anthropic
The latest investment brings Amazon’s total stake in the San Francisco company to $4 billion.The New York Times - Tech - Amazon -
Biden’s TikTok Challenge: Reach Gen Z, Without Drawing Its Wrath
For his campaign, navigating the platform has meant encountering over and over some of the thorniest issues plaguing Mr. Biden’s re-election bid.The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Top Latino grassroots organization seeks to expand its reach
Mi Familia Vota, a Latino political organization known for its voter turnout efforts, is aggressively expanding its reach as an issues-based advocacy group and as a political clearinghouse to quantify, reach and promote the Latino vote. Mi Familia ...The Hill - Politics -
Has China Lost Its Taste for the iPhone?
Apple has deep ties in the country, its second-largest market. But there are signs that Chinese consumers are becoming a harder sell.The New York Times - Business - China -
Amazon spends $2.75 billion on AI startup Anthropic in its largest venture investment yet
Amazon is spending billions more to back an artificial intelligence startup as it looks for an edge in this new technology arms race.CNBC - Business -
Amazon spends $2.75 billion on AI startup Anthropic in its largest venture investment yet
Amazon is making its largest outside investment in its three-decade history as it looks to gain an edge in the artificial intelligence race.NBC News - Top stories -
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 -
NASCAR on Easter: All 13 times that the NASCAR Cup Series has raced on Easter Sunday
NASCAR has a unique history with Easter SundayCBS Sports - Sports - NASCAR -
Nationwide has a lot to lose in its unwise bet on Virgin Money
The potential merger is not a risk-free propositionFinancial Times - Business -
Russia has finally admitted Western sanctions are hitting its oil exports
Yahoo News - World - Russia -
USMNT has outgrown Mexico. Its next step is to ‘be feared’ at Copa América
With its main regional rival vanquished once again, the USMNT must turn its focus to Copa América and the type of opposition than can help prepare it for the 2026 World Cup.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Ericsson Says U.S.-Imposed Monitor Has OK'd Its Anticorruption Program
The oversight the Swedish telecoms firm has been under since it admitted to bribery in 2019 will likely end by June 2, it says.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘Everybody has a breaking point’: how the climate crisis affects our brains
Are growing rates of anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, Alzheimer’s and motor neurone disease related to rising temperatures and other extreme environmental changes?. In late October 2012, a category 3 hurricane howled into New York City with a ...The Guardian - World - Climate -
FTAV’s further reading
Silent protagonists; tariff-dodging; tipping; EJMRFinancial Times - World -
Canada's Poor Productivity Has Reached Emergency Status, Senior Central Bank Official Says
Bank of Canada’s senior deputy governor, Carolyn Rogers, warns that a turnaround is urgently needed to protect the economy from future bouts of inflation.The Wall Street Journal - World -
A Russian Soyuz rocket carrying 3 astronauts has blasted off on its way to the International Space Station
A Russian Soyuz rocket carrying 3 astronauts has blasted off on its way to the International Space StationABC News - World - Russia -
'The Fed has made two major mistakes in its history,' expert says. Here's how those affect policy today
As the Federal Reserve prepares to lower interest rates, the central bank is being particularly careful about not repeating past mistakes, experts say.CNBC - Business -
How the AI potential of Reddit’s user data has helped send its stock soaring
The social-media website’s stock continues to attract investor interest after its closely watched IPO last week.MarketWatch - Business -
Press: Ronna McDaniel hire shows the proud peacock has lost its colors
There couldn’t be a worse time for NBC to destroy its reputation for honesty and fairness. And there’s only one way to fix it: Fire Ronna McDaniel as fast as they hired her.The Hill - Politics -
Vassell scores 31 and Wembanyama has 19 points and 5 blocks to lead Spurs past Jazz 118-111
Devin Vassell scored 31 points, Victor Wembanyama had 19 points and five blocks and the San Antonio Spurs ran past the Utah Jazz 118-111ABC News - Sports - NBA -
8 Books to Read: The Best Reviews of March
The re-invention of jazz, the tragedy of a baseball titan, enigmas of contemporary physics and more books highlighted by our reviewers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Amazon’s Secret to Unlocking Innovation
Inspire new ideas through the power of yes.Inc. - Business - Amazon -
Bug Zappers Are Swarming on Amazon
Amazon listings for low-cost tech products can send shoppers down a rabbit hole of weird brand names, duplicate listings, and suspect reviews. Data from Fakespot shows bug zappers are ascendant.Wired - Tech -
3/24: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Seth Doane reports on the heartbreaking ordeal of Alsu Kurmasheva, a journalist detained in Russia, while Lesley Stahl looks into efforts to free Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who has spent nearly a year in ...CBS News - Top stories -
Reading FC’s owner leaves 150-year-old football club in crisis
The cautionary tale of Dai Yongge, who bought Reading in 2017, highlights drive for English football regulatorFinancial Times - World -
Read-a-Thon to Mark One Year Since Evan Gershkovich's Detainment
The Journal newsroom is holding a public reading of Evan’s reporting by his peers and colleagues for a 24-hour period.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Disney Just Responded to an Activist Shareholder. It Should Be Required Reading for Every Leader
Disney is trying to push back against Nelson Peltz. It makes at least one good point.Inc. - Business -
12:30 Report — Reading the tea leaves in Supreme Court abortion case
{beacon} 12:30 REPORT It’s Thursday. Happy MLB Opening Day! ⚾️🌭 That means spring is officially here, with first pitch being thrown at 3:05 p.m. (Here’s an ESPN schedule of today’s games.) 🧢 Alright, here’s what’s in today’s edition: Reading the ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Good Friday’s PCE data brings crucial inflation reading — but markets are closed
Stock-market investors get a key piece of economic data on Good Friday, but won’t be able to trade on it.MarketWatch - Business -
Indian Relay | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Indian Relay is “America’s original extreme sport.” Bill Whitaker reports from the chaotic, high-speed racetrack, Sunday.CBS News - Top stories - India -
Targeting Americans | Sunday on 60 Minutes
For the first time, sources tell 60 Minutes they have evidence that a U.S. adversary may be involved in attacks on American government officials and a condition known as Havana Syndrome. Scott Pelley reports, Sunday.CBS News - Top stories -
Why Pews Are Packed on Easter Sunday
It’s tough to enjoy God’s finest gifts by oneself. That’s why he gave us churches.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Airport Security Is Confusing. These 4 Tips Can Help.
New tech and a patchwork of procedures are creating headaches at TSA checkpoints.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Online shoppers are feeling frustrated. Blame it on the ‘Amazon effect’?
A new survey says consumers find e-commerce sites often fail to meet expectations. Experts say that’s because shoppers have become accustomed to how Amazon gets things done to their liking.MarketWatch - Business -
Eli Lilly strikes drug dispensing deal with Amazon
Retail group agrees first partnership with a big drug company since launching online pharmacy business in 2020Financial Times - Business -
Amazon Drivers Are Employees, Top Wisconsin Court Rules
Drivers in the Amazon Flex program are eligible for unemployment insurance, a verdict that will affect the gig economy.Inc. - Business - Amazon -
Amazon Invests $2.75 Billion More in AI Startup Anthropic
The tech giant’s total stake has grown to $4 billion, its largest investment in another company.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Amazon -
Predictions roundtable: How to bet the women's games on Monday
Our experts look at Monday's matchups and detail their favorite upsets, picks against the spread, point total bets and more.ESPN - Sports -
Roundtable: How to bet the men's games on Sunday
Our experts look at Sunday's matchups in the men's tournament and detail their favorite upsets, picks against the spread, point total bets and more.ESPN - Sports