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Alabama special election to test political potency of abortion, IVF
A special election in an unusual purple Alabama state House district is testing the political potency of reproductive rights in a red state after a major ruling there last month led to a temporary pause on in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. ...The Hill - Politics -
Democrat wins Alabama special election in early test for IVF as a campaign issue
Marilyn Lands, who defeated Republican Teddy Powell, highlighted IVF and abortion rights in her campaign for a state House seat previously held by the GOP.NBC News - Politics -
RNC asks job applicants if they believe 2020 election was stolen in ‘litmus test’
Republican National Committee, now run by Trump loyalists, does not deny that staff seeking to be rehired are grilled on ‘big lie’. A spokesperson for the Republican National Committee and Donald Trump did not deny a Washington Post report that ...The Guardian - World -
EU hits roadblocks in reaching green milestone as elections loom
Progress in the fastest-warming continent is thwarted by a constituency fatigued by inflation and trade tensionsFinancial Times - Business - European Union -
Who gains from India’s endless election?
Voting across India will take six weeks, stretching the already limited resources of opposition partiesFinancial Times - World -
From jail to Africa's youngest elected president
Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to become the African continent's youngest democratically elected leader.BBC News - Top stories -
Sunak can scrape some cheer from this by-election
The timing of Scott Benton’s resignation in Blackpool South means that vote can be held on May 2, mitigating the painFinancial Times - World -
Jacob Zuma barred from South Africa election
South Africa's ex-president has backed a new party seeking to take on the governing ANC.BBC News - Top stories -
Washington Commanders Fantasy Football buzz from 2024 NFL owners meeting: QB decisions loom large, more
Here's what you need to know out of the owners meeting about the Commanders offense in FantasyCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Venezuelan Opposition Blocked from Election, Dimming Democratic Hopes
After its first two choices to compete for the presidency against Nicolás Maduro in July’s election were barred from running, the coalition of opposition parties was able to register a third, provisional choice.The New York Times - World -
Jacob Zuma barred from running in South Africa election
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Fortune Favors Early Movers in America's Property Crunch
Investors who are willing to buy buildings when everyone else is running scared typically get the biggest rewards.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Chinese panels power Czech distributor to top of FT 1000 ranking
Raylyst Solar is Europe’s fastest-growing company after bet on Chinese renewable energy techFinancial Times - Business - China -
Irish PM: Austria, Czech Republic resist EU push for Israel ceasefire
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Wales fans nervy ahead of crunch Poland Euro tie
Both Wales and Poland fans are gathering in central Cardiff and expect a win for their teams.BBC News - Top stories -
Labour crunch forces Croatia to open doors to Asian workforce
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Venezuela's regime, led by Nicolás Maduro, barred leading opposition candidate Corina Yoris from running in July's presidential election.
Venezuela’s regime, led by Nicolás Maduro, barred leading opposition candidate Corina Yoris from running in July’s presidential election.The Wall Street Journal - World -
MyPillow, owned by election denier Mike Lindell, formally evicted from Minnesota warehouse
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A court ordered the eviction Wednesday of MyPillow from a suburban Minneapolis warehouse that it formerly used, but company founder and prominent election denier Mike Lindell said that it's just a formality because the ...The Hill - Politics -
Democrats hope Biden can ride the party’s special election wave: From the Politics Desk
Democrats keep winning special elections, but Joe Biden isn't getting a polling boost. RNC co-chair Lara Trump sits down for an interview.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
China’s answer to Instagram makes first profit
Shanghai-based unicorn known as ‘little red book’ brought in $500mn in net profit last yearFinancial Times - World - China -
FirstFT: US and Japan plan upgrade to security alliance
Also in today’s newsletter, Moscow attack suspects appear in court and corporate insiders sell company sharesFinancial Times - World - Japan -
House Republicans pressed their effort to remove Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas from office, as Republicans GOP lawmakers seek to highlight their disapproval with Biden's record on immigration ahead of this fall's election.
House Republicans pressed their effort to remove Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas from office, as Republicans GOP lawmakers seek to highlight their disapproval with Biden’s record on immigration ahead of this fall’s election.The Wall Street Journal - World - Republican Party -
March Madness: No. 6 Clemson survives furious Baylor rally to beat back No. 3 Bears, advance to Sweet 16
Clemson almost blew a big lead, but held on to advance to the tournament's second weekend.Yahoo Sports - Sports - College Football -
Scientists test cutting HIV out of cells
Researchers at the University of Amsterdam say they are getting closer to combating HIV by separating the virus from infected cells using CRISPR gene-editing technology. Dr. Jonathan Stoye, a virus expert at the Francis Crick Institute, joins CBS ...CBS News - Top stories -
One Purple State Is ‘Testing the Outer Limits of MAGAism’
North Carolina Republicans are “in the running for the most MAGA party in the nation.”The New York Times - Top stories -
Biden campaign tests waters on Trump’s financial woes
President Biden’s reelection campaign has grown more aggressive in its mocking of former President Trump’s financial situation, even in light of millions of dollars in legal penalties Trump owes. Biden’s team took no mercy on Trump last week when ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
3 ways NBC flunked the Ronna McDaniel test
Did anyone stop to consider why McDaniel is on the market for a contributor gig in the first place?The Hill - Politics -
Expansion plans for Porsche test track in Italy halted
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FirstFT: Larry Fink warns of looming ‘retirement crisis’
Also in today’s newsletter, latest on Baltimore bridge collapse, and Donald Trump’s inner circleFinancial Times - World -
The Women’s Sweet 16 Is Set, and an Epic Rematch Is Looming
Iowa and L.S.U. could meet in the Elite Eight. But will both teams get there?The New York Times - Sports -
Local elections 2024: Is there an election in my area?
Enter your postcode to see if there is an election in your area on 2 MayBBC News - Top stories -
A Topsy-Turvy Online Election
Welcome to the first edition of the WIRED Politics Lab newsletter.Wired - Tech -
Immigration is an election headache for Sunak
British voters hold mixed views but most want better controls rather than sharp cuts in migrant numbersFinancial Times - World -
Cinderella Runs End for Oakland and Duquesne
As the Sweet 16 for the men’s N.C.A.A. tournament is finalized, the magic has run out for some underdog squads.The New York Times - Sports -
How the US Fight Against Apple Tests Antitrust Limits
The Justice Department’s lawsuit against the iPhone maker pushes the boundaries of competition rules. Some experts say that may make winning more difficult.The New York Times - Business - Apple -
Dairy cattle in Texas and Kansas test positive for bird flu
Federal officials say milk from dairy cows in Texas and Kansas has tested positive for bird fluABC News - Health -
Australian Regulator to Conduct First Financial System Stress Test
Australia’s prudential regulator will conduct its first systemwide stress test, as it seeks to better understand potential risks borne by an increasingly interconnected financial system.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘Cautious optimism’ as penguins test positive for bird flu but show no symptoms
Asymptomatic cases may seem reassuring for the penguins, but scientists fear they could act as ‘Trojan horses’ for other species. Adélie penguins in Antarctica are testing positive for bird flu without showing outward signs of disease, according ...The Guardian - World -
Australia to face England in historic day-night women’s Ashes Test at MCG
Four-day encounter to take place from 30 January next yearClash will be first women’s Test at venue since 1949England’s bid to regain the Women’s Ashes in Australia early next year will take in a historic day-night Test match at the ...The Guardian - World - Australia -
What’s behind Tesla’s stock rally? A short test drive.
A new sales directive is boosting Tesla’s stock on Tuesday.MarketWatch - Business