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The $1.7 Billion Railway That Could Challenge China's Influence in Africa
A U.S.-backed railway connecting Angola to the Democratic Republic of Congo is part of a pushback against China’s Belt and Road initiative in Africa. The $1.7 billion Lobito Corridor project aims to secure vital mineral supply chains.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Biden Weighs More Than $1 Billion in New Arms for Israel
The Biden administration is considering supplying tank shells, mortars and vehicles in one of the largest transfers since the start of the war in Gaza.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
The Biden administration is considering more than $1 billion in new weapons deals for Israel including tank ammunition, military vehicles and mortar rounds, U.S. officials said.
The Biden administration is considering more than $1 billion in new weapons deals for Israel including tank ammunition, military vehicles and mortar rounds, U.S. officials said.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
NHL approves Coyotes' move to Utah; Arizona expected to explore expansion club
The Arizona Coyotes are moving to Utah after 27 seasons in the Southwest. Hockey could return to the region with an NHL expansion club.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NHL -
The quiet challenge ahead for Kerr and Team USA in 2024 Olympics
A Steve Kerr-led Team USA will look to remind the rest of the world at the 2024 Paris Olympics of the talent gap that remains between them and the rest of the world.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
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 -
Missouri Backs Big Expansion of Low-Interest Loans as Demand for State Aid Grows
State lawmakers approve increasing the money available for bargain-basement priced lending as inflation endures.Inc. - Business -
New York county loses bid to prevent state legal challenge of its ban on female transgender athletes
A federal judge has tossed out a lawsuit brought by a county outside New York City that has banned transgender players from women's and girls' teamsABC News - Health - New York -
You be the judge: should my sister help me challenge our brother’s sexist views?
Mina confronts Tom, but little sister Layla would rather keep the peace. You decide who’s right in this sister act?. Find out how to get a disagreement settled or become a juror. Confronting Tom’s toxic attitudes is good practice for my sister and ...The Guardian - World -
Live video of man who set himself on fire outside court proves challenging for news organizations
A man who set himself on fire outside the Manhattan courtroom where Donald Trump was on trial tested news organizations on how quickly they could respond to an incident and what to show viewersABC News - Entertainment -
Where There's a Will There's a Way to Discuss Estate Planning
Setting your own affairs in order can make it easier to broach the issue with your parents.The Wall Street Journal - World -
S&P Cuts Israel's Credit Ratings on Geopolitical Concerns
S&P Global Ratings lowered its long-term foreign and local currency sovereign credit ratings on Israel to A-plus from AA-minus, citing geopolitical risks.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
S&P Cuts Israel Rating on Heightened Geopolitical Risk
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China's fiscal stimulus is losing its effectiveness, S&P says
China's fiscal stimulus is losing its effectiveness and is more of a strategy to buy time for industrial and consumption policies, S&P Global Ratings said.CNBC - Business - China -
Israel downgraded by S&P Global just ahead of retaliatory attack on Iran
S&P dropped Israel’s sovereign credit rating by one notch to A+ from AA-, with the outlook negative, hours before signs of fresh tensions between that country and Iran.MarketWatch - Business - Iran -
R.F.K. Jr.’s Environmental Colleagues Urge Him to Drop Presidential Bid
Nearly 50 leaders and activists who worked with Mr. Kennedy at an environmental nonprofit group will run ads calling on him to “Honor our planet, drop out.”The New York Times - Top stories -
Murphy fires back at Trump Jr. on Mayorkas vote: 'Republicans are full of s‑‑‑'
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) fired back at Donald Trump Jr. on Friday for calling out three Senate Democrats who voted to end the impeachment case against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. “Your Friday morning reminder that ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
These are the 14 lawmakers who voted against condemning Iran's attack on Israel
An overwhelming majority of the House voted Thursday on a resolution to condemn Iran’s recent attack on Israel. However, 14 members voted against the resolution: 13 Democrats and one Republican. The group of Democrats includes "squad" members ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
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 -
GOP lawmaker blames 'Gaetz and 7 useful idiots' for House turmoil
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) blamed Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and “seven useful idiots” for turmoil in the House, saying Thursday their success in ousting former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) last fall is a direct cause of today's problems for ...The Hill - Politics -
UK lawmakers back landmark bill to gradually phase out smoking for good
A plan by Britain’s government to introduce a landmark smoking ban that aims to stop young people from ever smoking has cleared its first hurdle in Parliament despite vocal opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s Conservative PartyABC News - Health - United Kingdom -
Black Caucus members look to replace Detroit lawmaker with new Black member
Leaders within the Congressional Black Caucus threw their support behind Democratic candidate Adam Hollier on Friday in Detroit's primary election in the hopes of ousting Democratic incumbent Shri Thanedar. CBC chair Rep. Steven Horsford (D-Nev.) ...The Hill - Politics -
US lawmakers set to vote on Ukraine aid that could reshape war effort
The House of Representatives debates a long-stalled package that could reshape Kyiv's war effort.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine -
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.
Schneider Electric is in talks to take control of the engineering-software company Bentley Systems in a deal that could be valued at more than $15 billion.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Labour unveils plans for new housing on 'grey belt'
Low-quality green belt areas will be classed as "grey belt" and targeted for development, Labour say.BBC News - Top stories -
EU plans new salvo of sanctions on Russia
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The Latest Plan to Exacerbate California's Housing Crisis
Limits on ownership by institutional investors would curtail investment in the state’s homes.The Wall Street Journal - World - California -
Maryland teen accused of planning school shooting
Police in Maryland say they stopped a teenager who was planning a school shooting in the days ahead. An 18-year-old student was arrested and charged after authorities reviewed the teen's writings and internet searches. Nicole Sganga reports on ...CBS News - Top stories -
UK's largest indoor arena opens with big plans
A new £365m venue in Manchester is backed by Harry Styles and aims to tempt major events from London.BBC News - Top stories -
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.
A congressional investigation found that Wall Street used billions of dollars of U.S. retirement savings and other investments to buy shares in index funds that included more than five dozen blacklisted Chinese companies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
RFK Jr.'s sister dismisses his candidacy: 'Let's talk about reality'
Kerry Kennedy is brushing off her brother, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s, independent presidential bid, arguing it is clear only President Biden or former President Trump will be able to secure the Oval Office in November. Kennedy was speaking with CNN ...The Hill - Politics -
U.S. measles cases reach 125 this year, topping 2022's large outbreaks
The CDC estimates the U.S. could reach 300 measles cases in 2024 — more than the recent peak two years ago.CBS News - Top stories -
Oil market shrugs off Israeli strikes on Iran
Brent spikes above $90 before dropping close to three-week low as Tehran plays down attacksFinancial Times - Business - Israel -
Trump’s $175mn bond should be invalidated, New York attorney-general says
Letitia James’s office says former president should have to post a new bond while he appeals against civil fraud judgmentFinancial Times - Business - New York -
Ex-Bernie Sanders Pollster Worried About RFK Jr.’s Appeal Among Crucial Voters
A Democrat warns that the independent could siphon crucial support from Biden.The New York Times - Top stories -
GOP lawmaker slams Republican colleagues over Ukraine support: 'They would like to see the Russians win'
Republican Rep. Don Bacon (Neb.) ripped into his colleagues who oppose further funding for Ukraine, arguing they "would like to see" Russia win the more than two-year war against Kyiv. "Now for Ukraine, they have no more artillery. If we do not do ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Weedkiller manufacturer seeks lawmakers' help to squelch claims it failed to warn about cancer
The maker of a popular weedkiller is turning to lawmakers in key states to try to squelch legal claims that it failed to warn about cancer risksABC News - Health -
Poland’s lawmakers vote to move forward with work on lifting a near-total abortion ban
Poland’s lawmakers vote to move forward with work on lifting a near-total abortion banABC News - Health - Abortion -
Third GOP lawmaker joins effort to oust Johnson as foreign aid bill clears procedural hurdle
NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles joins Meet the Press NOW as the House clears another procedural hurdle to pass a foreign aid package. A third Republican joins the effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.)NBC News - Politics -
Space lasers, abortion and Putin's envoy: Lawmakers troll using foreign aid bills
Politico - Politics - Abortion