5 Takeaways from the Global Negotiations on A Treaty to End Plastic Pollution
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5 Takeaways From the First Week of Robert Menendez’s Corruption Trial
A lawyer for the New Jersey senator pinned much of the blame on his wife. A government official explained halal meat certification.The New York Times - Top stories -
5 big takeaways from Day 19 of Trump's hush money trial
Prosecutors in the first criminal trial of a former U.S. president rested their historic case Monday after presenting 20 witnesses and more than 200 pieces of evidence.ABC News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Michael Cohen trouble, judicial fireworks: 5 takeaways from the Trump trial
The prosecution rested its case Monday in the New York criminal trial of former President Trump. Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney-turned-enemy, was the last witness for the prosecution. Much of last week was dominated by Cohen’s testimony. ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
Michael Cohen takes heat: 5 takeaways from Day 18 of the Trump trial
Michael Cohen endured his roughest hours on the witness stand to date on Thursday as former President Trump’s hush money trial reached its 18th day. This week has been dominated by testimony from Cohen, Trump’s erstwhile attorney turned enemy. ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
5 Takeaways From the Spring Art Auctions: $20 Million Is the New $50 Million
Results from a week of sales tell a story of a masterpiece market come down to earth, the cooling of young art stars — and a hack that seemed to end on Sunday.The New York Times - Top stories -
NI surfers call for end to sewage pollution
NI Water says about 20m tonnes of untreated sewage and wastewater are spilled into waterways annually.BBC News - Top stories -
As American global hegemony ends, multi-alignment rises
Unlike the rigid alliances of the Cold War, multi-alignment involves a strategic flexibility that empowers nations to navigate the complexities of a multipolar world.The Hill - Politics -
Another stellar start from Jon Gray leads Rangers past Guardians 4-0 to end 5-game losing streak
Jon Gray pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning and the Texas Rangers got two-run homers from Marcus Semien and Adolis García to beat the Cleveland Guardians 4-0, stopping a five-game losing streakABC News - Sports - MLB -
Game 6 takeaways: Bruins' season ends in heartbreaking loss vs. Panthers
The Bruins' season came to a close with a tough 2-1 loss to the Panthers in Game 6. Check out our key takeaways from the matchup.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Top 20 Global Concert Tours from Pollstar
AP Global Top 20 Pollstar Week of 05/20/24ABC News - Entertainment -
Is Biodegradable Plastic Really a Thing?
Technically, it exists. But here’s what to think about when shopping.The New York Times - World -
Israel’s Settler Violence and Impunity: Takeaways From the Times Investigation
Radical forces in Israeli society have moved from the fringes to the mainstream and put Israel’s democracy in peril. Here are the takeaways from our investigation.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Takeaways from the AP's investigation into how US prisoners are hurt or killed on the job
An Associated Press investigation into prison labor in the United States found that prisoners who are hurt or killed on the job are often being denied the rights and protections offered to other American workersABC News - Health -
Takeaways from Michael Cohen's fourth day of Trump trial testimony
Michael Cohen, Donald Trump's former attorney and "fixer," is back on the stand Monday for what is expected to be his last day of testimony at the former president's "hush money" criminal trial. CBS News' Robert Costa breaks down the latest in the ...CBS News - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Boy, 5, dies in fall from block of flats
A neighbour says the boy's parents are "inconsolable" after his death in east London.BBC News - Top stories -
Five takeaways from big basketball recruiting weekend as Kiyan Anthony, Bryce James stand out
Legacy players draw much of the interest, but you'd better be learning the names Darryn Peterson and Koa Peat, tooCBS Sports - Sports -
Takeaways from the Panthers' journey to the Eastern Conference finals, early look at matchup with Rangers
Florida has reached the conference finals. What has driven its dominance? And what's the early buzz on their matchup against New York?ESPN - Sports -
Yankees give up four runs in ninth, seven-game winning streak ends with 5-4 loss to Mariners
The Yankees blew a three-run lead in the ninth and lost to the Seattle Mariners, 5-4, snapping a seven-game winning streak.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Boy, 5, who died in fall from block of flats named
The Met Police and Newham Council are both conducting investigations over Aalim Makail's death.BBC News - Top stories -
5-star wide receiver Moore decommits from LSU
Five-star wide receiver Dakorien Moore, No. 3 prospect overall in the 2025 class, has decommited from LSU, saying he will not be considering offers from other schools.ESPN - Sports -
Funeral for boy, 5, who fell from block of flats
"Beautiful and caring" Aalim Makail, who died on Thursday, was buried at a local mosque on Saturday.BBC News - Top stories -
Ballpark figures: Yanks' Soto open to negotiations
Juan Soto is open to in-season contract negotiations with the Yankees. Said owner Hal Steinbrenner: "We'd like to see him here for the rest of his career."ESPN - Sports - US Open -
Report: Aiyuk, 49ers not close in contract negotiations
Brandon Aiyuk and the 49ers reportedly are not close in contract extension negotiations.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NFL -
Kenya negotiating with Saudi Aramco for floating LPG facility
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5 firefighter dogs who rescued people from natural disasters are honored in Ecuador as they retire
Five rescue dogs have been honored by Ecuador’s Fire Department at a ceremony formally retiring them after seven years of service and turning them over to new adoptive ownersABC News - World -
More than a thousand fish die in pollution incident
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs confirmed the major fish kill on the Four Mile Burn, a tributary of the Six Mile Water at Newmills near Doagh.BBC News - Top stories -
EPA announces $300M to revitalize polluted sites
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on Monday announced it would dole out $300 million to revitalize contaminated sites. That money is part of a larger $1.5 billion tranche that was part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The funds will ...The Hill - Politics -
Vaughan Gething says Plaid Cymru ‘walked away from opportunity to deliver for Wales’ as it ends cooperation agreement - UK politics live
Plaid Cymru has ended its cooperation agreement with Welsh Labour government in the Senedd over concerns regarding donations to leader Vaughan Gething. The Daily Express and Daily Mail have both asked questions about the taxing of pensions. Jeremy ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
America Hits the Global Snooze Button
In an increasingly alarming world, the West can’t afford to rest for much longer.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Moves to reduce ‘fashion pollution’ spawn new clothing fabrics
Environmental entrepreneurs have found various ways to make fabrics from sources never considered – or available – before.The Hill - Politics -
The End of ‘iPhone’
Ken Segall is the reason so many Apple products start with “i.” Now he says it’s time to drop the prefix entirely.Wired - Tech -
Gold's Global Rally Is Sparking a New Investor Class
Gold is hitting record highs— bucking long held trends for the commodity. WSJ breaks down the factors behind its rally and why that’s bringing in a new class of investors.The Wall Street Journal - World -
A Global Tax on Billionaires? Janet Yellen Says 'No'
The Treasury secretary came out against the proposed global levy, which proponents say would stop the rich from shifting wealth into countries where they can avoid paying the tax.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Global Government Bonds Face Period of Temporary Calm
Meaningful rises or falls in global government bond yields look unlikely in the near term as interest rates have peaked, but persistent inflation means rate cuts will likely be slow, analysts said.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Tua decision: What Dolphins must consider on QB's contract -- and what's next in negotiations
How much would it take to keep Tua Tagovailoa for the long term, and is it worth it to the Dolphins?ESPN - Sports -
5 Questions On: Parasites in water
The cryptosporidium parasite has been affecting water supplies in parts of south Devon.BBC News - Top stories -
5/18: Saturday Morning
Trucks carrying desperately needed aid are rolling across a newly U.S. built pier into Gaza; Chef Salil Mehta introduces diners to Malaysian food after eatery earns Michelin starCBS News - Top stories -
Honduran city’s air pollution is almost 50 times higher than WHO guidelines
San Pedro Sula is rated ‘dangerous’ as effects of forest fires, El Niño and the climate crisis cause a spike in respiratory illnesses. The air quality in San Pedro Sula, the second-largest city in Honduras, as been classified as the most polluted ...The Guardian - World -
Ships in some UK port cities create more air pollution than cars
Milford Haven, Southampton and Immingham top the list for emissions of gases and particulates. Ships calling at the UK’s most-polluted ports produce more nitrogen oxides than all the cars registered in the same cities or regions, analysis has ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
Reducing sewage pollution must be UK ‘public health priority’, says senior official
England chief medical officer Chris Whitty backs report calling for improvements by water companies and WhitehallFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom