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French budget deficit overshoots target to hit 5.5%
Finance minister says nation needs ‘wake-up call’ on excessive spendingFinancial Times - World - France -
In the Markets, a Tug of War Between Big Tech and the Fed
On Wall Street, excitement about A.I. outweighs concern about interest rates. But rocketing stocks could make it tough for the Federal Reserve to cut rates.The New York Times - Business - Federal Reserve -
In the Conflict Between the West and Authoritarian Foes, Islamic State Sees All Sides as Targets
The extremist group’s ISIS-K affiliate has a record of attacking Russians, Chinese, Iranians—and Americans.The Wall Street Journal - World -
China targets group of MPs and peers with string of cyber-attacks
Deputy prime minister Oliver Dowden is expected to inform parliament on Monday of the attacks. China has targeted a group of MPs and peers at Westminster in a string of cyber-attacks, it has been reported.. On Monday, the deputy prime minister, ...The Guardian - World - China -
Ukraine war: Several injured as Russian missiles target Kyiv
Yahoo News - World - Ukraine -
Russia-Ukraine war live: White House says US passed written warning of Moscow attack to Russia
US describe Russian’s allegation that Ukraine was involved in attack as ‘nonsense’ and says it passed warning to Russian security services. The Russian communications watchdog Roskomnadzor has restricted access to 11 channels in the Telegram ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
International Paper’s takeover move raises possibility of bidding war for DS Smith
US-based group bids for UK company after £6.2bn deal already reached with packaging rival MondiFinancial Times - Business -
U.S. and Britain accuse China-linked hackers of ‘malicious’ cyber campaigns, announce sanctions
The U.S. and U.K. on Monday accused Chinese state-affiliated hackers of being behind cyber campaigns targeting political figures.CNBC - Business -
Sydney Sweeney Can Get By on Two Hours of Sleep
The actress and producer talks about watching nun videos on TikTok to prepare for “Immaculate,” the high-intensity workout she favors and her reading goals.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Trial for Fallen Crypto Tycoon Begins, but He's Not There
Do Kwon faces trial for allegedly defrauding people who bought the stablecoin TerraUSD that collapsed two years ago.The Wall Street Journal - World - Crypto -
Ericsson to Cut 1,200 Jobs in Sweden Due to Lower Volumes
The Swedish telecommunications-equipment company said it expects a challenging mobile networks market in 2024, with further volume contraction as customers remain cautious.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Treasury Yields Up As U.S. Rate Cut Remains Iffy
Treasury yields rose ahead of U.S. new homes sales.The Wall Street Journal - World -
GTA 6 Targeting "Early 2025" But Could Slip To 2026 - Report
According to a report from Kotaku, one of the most highly anticipated game releases ever, Grand Theft Auto VI, could potentially slip to 2026. The site reported that Rockstar Games is currently planning to release the game in "early 2025." ...GameSpot - Tech -
China Rolls Out Welcome Mat for U.S. CEOs as It Nods to Its Economic Problems
Premier Li Qiang acknowledged foreign executives’ concerns as Beijing staged its annual business forum attended by the top executives of Apple, Qualcomm and Micron.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Windowless Rooms and Town-Gown Battles: How Student Housing Got Expensive
Investors like student apartments because returns are steady and tenants can borrow to pay the rent.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Wait, When Did the Schlubs of Silicon Valley Learn to Dress?
Tech moguls trade hoodies for conventional style amid fresh scrutiny of the industry; dressing down “is so played out.”The Wall Street Journal - World -
Fisker Says Deal Talks End, Adding Pressure to EV Maker
The negotiations were critical to giving the California company a lifeline to stave off bankruptcy. Shares traded below a dime.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Most religious groups report lower service attendance: Gallup
Story at a glance Three out of 10 religious adults in the U.S. attend a service every week or nearly every week, according to recent Gallup survey findings. That number marks a sharp decline from 20 years ago when, on average, 42 percent of ...The Hill - Politics -
Putin says he won't start a war with NATO but Western bases hosting Ukraine F-16s would be targets
Russian President Vladimir Putin has scoffed at the possibility of his country launching an attack on a NATO member, calling it “sheer nonsense.”ABC News - World - Ukraine -
DS Smith shares surge as International Paper’s takeover offer threatens to spark bidding war
International Paper has offered to buy DS Smith for £5.72 billion after Mondi submitted a bid to buy the firm for £5.12 billion earlier in MarchMarketWatch - Business -
SEC seeks $2bn from Ripple Labs over sales of crypto tokens
Regulator’s request to judge reflects argument that many digital assets qualify as securitiesFinancial Times - Business - Crypto -
Russia-Ukraine war live: 200,000 without power in Ukraine since Friday; Nato could ‘shoot down Russian missiles near borders’
Attack on energy infrastructure on last week still causing blackouts; Poland’s deputy foreign minister warns Russia of consequences if missiles enter territory. The Kremlin has refused to be drawn on whether it believed there was a link between ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
The French face of the Paris Olympics is hiding in plain sight
For now, Léon Marchand walks in relative anonymity around campus at Arizona State. Come July, he'll be the face of the 2024 Summer Olympics.Yahoo Sports - Sports - France -
French and Italian inflation data boost hopes of ECB rate cut
Price growth in key eurozone economies undershoots expectationsFinancial Times - Business - France -
Roberts glad 'buffer' is gone between Ohtani and Dodgers
The Dodgers apparently didn't love Mizuhara's influence on Ohtani before the scandal.Yahoo Sports - Sports - MLB -
Between Two Blackouts Emerged a Different New York
As I got in my car, I noticed that the window lights began to flicker and die.The Wall Street Journal - World - New York -
French flair, famous wins and landmark caps - Six Nations best bits
Watch the top moments from the Women's Six Nations first week in 2024, as England thrash Italy, Scotland record a famous win in Wales and Marlie Packer gets her 100th cap.BBC News - Top stories -
Aya Nakamura, French-Malian Singer, Is Caught in Olympic Storm
Aya Nakamura’s music is one of France’s top cultural exports. But reports that she might perform at the Paris Games have prompted fierce debates over identity and language.The New York Times - World -
French lawmakers are weighing a bill banning all types of hair discrimination
Lawmakers in France’s lower house of parliament have approved a bill that would ban discrimination over the texture, length, color or style of someone’s hairABC News - World -
French parliament backs bill to stop hair discrimination against black women
Draft law, which also affects redheads, blond people, and those with dreadlocks now goes to senate. France’s lower house of parliament has backed a bill banning discrimination based on hairstyle, colour or texture, in a “historic” move supporters ...The Guardian - World -
French lawmakers condemn 'bloody and murderous' 1961 massacre of Algerian protesters
Yahoo News - World - France -
From New England to Notre-Dame, a U.S. Carpenter Tends to a French Icon
Hank Silver, a timber framer based in Massachusetts, is one of a handful of foreigners who are helping to rebuild the Paris cathedral after the devastating fire in 2019.The New York Times - Top stories -
Menopause support must tread a fine line between awareness and stigma
More employers are offering help but must avoid the risk of ‘meno-washing’Financial Times - Business -
The battle between preventing misinformation, protecting free speech online
Social media companies, lawmakers and the courts are grappling with the balance between stopping the spread of harmful and false information online, and protecting First Amendment rights.CBS News - Top stories -
Middle East Crisis: Top Israeli and U.S. Defense Officials Meet on Rafah as Tensions Rise
A day after the United States permitted the passage of a U.N. cease-fire resolution that drew the ire of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's defense minister met with the U.S. defense secretary.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Domestic Political Pressures Widen Divide Between Biden and Netanyahu
The war in Gaza has sorely strained relations between Israel and the United States, and the leaders of both countries have allies at home who would pull them farther apart.The New York Times - World - Joe Biden -
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Ron DeSantis allies and Disney
Allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Disney reached a settlement agreement Wednesday in a lawsuit over who controls Walt Disney World’s governing district.NBC News - Top stories -
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Gov. DeSantis allies and Disney
The settlement ended almost two years of litigationCBS News - Top stories -
Settlement reached in lawsuit between Disney and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' allies
A settlement was reached, ending almost two years of litigation.ABC News - Entertainment - Florida -
Connection revealed between Havana Syndrome, speeding Mustang in Florida
A Florida car chase may have revealed a possible connection to the mysterious Havana Syndrome. Police body camera video shows what was in the car — and who was behind the wheel. 60 Minutes reports.CBS News - Top stories - Florida