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Dragon Ball theme park to be built in Saudi Arabia
The announcement was met with mixed reactions from fans of the famed anime.BBC News - Top stories -
Saudi Arabia Plans $40 Billion Push Into Artificial Intelligence
The Middle Eastern country is creating a gigantic fund to invest in A.I. technology, potentially becoming the largest player in the hot market.The New York Times - Tech -
Ten years to go: key questions facing Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup
Fifa and the presumptive hosts face significant challenges over human rights, worker protections and the scale of construction. Saudi Arabia will host the 2034 World Cup. We know this, despite the fact that Fifa’s bidding process does not finish ...The Guardian - World - World Cup -
A 'Dragon Ball' theme park is Saudi Arabia's latest attempt to become the world's playground. Some fans aren't happy.
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UN picks Saudi Arabia to lead women’s rights forum despite ‘abysmal’ record
Kingdom chosen to chair Commission on Status of Women after unopposed bid, to dismay of human rights groups. Saudi Arabia has been chosen as the chair of the UN commission that is supposed to promote gender equality and empower women around the ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
Bulgaria's prime minister-designate withdraws after talks between political coalitions fail
Bulgaria’s prime minister-designate has withdrawn her nomination after negotiations between two political coalitions failedABC News - World -
Coinbase’s stock falls after request to dismiss the SEC’s suit was denied
Coinbase’s stock fell Wednesday, after the cryptocurrency exchange said its request to dismiss the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s lawsuit was denied by federal court.MarketWatch - Business -
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 -
New Portuguese Parliament elects house speaker after deal between 2 main parties
Portugal’s newly-elected Parliament has elected a new house speaker, following a deal between the country’s two main centrist partiesABC News - World - House -
Apple Held Talks With China's Baidu Over AI for Its Devices
The iPhone maker has been exploring using external partners to help accelerate its artificial-intelligence ambitions.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - Apple -
Jeffrey Epstein's Island Visitors Exposed by Data Broker
A WIRED investigation uncovered coordinates collected by a controversial data broker that reveal sensitive information about visitors to an island once owned by Epstein, the notorious sex offender.Wired - Tech -
Iran’s currency hits a record low
Iran’s currency fell to 613,500 to the dollar as it celebrates Persian New Year.ABC News - World - Iran -
To Thwart Iran, Fight a War of Attrition
Israel and the U.S. should focus their strengths on Tehran’s weaknesses by jeopardizing its proxies.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Hidden Hospital Fees Cost Patients Hundreds of Dollars
Unsuspecting patients are finding themselves at the mercy of institutions tacking on the bills.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Hidden Cameras: What Travelers Need to Know
We talked to security and privacy experts about Airbnb’s new ban on surveillance cameras, your privacy rights and how to find a hidden camera.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Chimaev-Whittaker tops UFC's first Saudi event
Khamzat Chimaev and Robert Whittaker will headline the UFC's first card in Saudi Arabia on June 22.ESPN - Sports -
General Motors Quits Sharing Driving Behavior With Data Brokers
G.M. had provided information about braking, acceleration and speed to LexisNexis Risk Solution and Verisk, firms that generated driver risk profiles for insurers.The New York Times - Tech -
“The White Feather” Looks at the Birth and Death of Ballet in Iran
A new work, “The White Feather” is inspired by the history of the Iranian National Ballet, which went dark during the Islamic Revolution and was never revived.The New York Times - Top stories - Iran -
A Closing Chapter: Logansport restaurant China Lane closes after 73 years
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UK accuses groups linked to China of two 'malicious cyber campaigns'
Deputy PM Oliver Dowden announces sanctions against Chinese state-affiliated organisations after hacking attacks.BBC News - Top stories - United Kingdom -
Tory MPs urge tougher action on China after cyber-attacks
Senior Tories say ministers not holding China to account after Beijing targeted elections watchdog and politicians. Tory MPs have urged ministers to take a tougher approach towards China after the security services confirmed Beijing-backed hackers ...The Guardian - World - China -
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 -
Israel cancels US talks after UN Gaza ceasefire vote
Israel reacts angrily after a UN resolution calls for an immediate ceasefire and the release of all hostages.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Walmart to refile paperwork on Vizio deal after ‘informal’ antitrust talks with feds
Walmart Inc. and smart-TV maker Vizio Holding Corp. said late Wednesday that they would refile paperwork related to their proposed merger.MarketWatch - Business -
At CERAWeek, Saudi Aramco C.E.O. Says Energy Transition ‘Visibly Failing’
The comments by a Saudi executive raised questions regarding whose predictions about the future of oil and gas are more likely to be true.The New York Times - Science -
Pentagon denies US forces bombed eastern Syria
The U.S. military is denying it bombed eastern Syria late Monday night or early Tuesday morning after Syrian and Iranian state media accused Washington of an attack. “We did not carry out airstrikes in Syria last night,” Pentagon deputy press ...The Hill - Politics -
Wales lose to Poland on penalties - reaction
Reaction after Poland beat Wales 5-4 on penalties at Cardiff City Stadium to qualify for Euro 2024.BBC News - Top stories -
Aussie Rules football denies it has a cocaine problem
An MP accused the Australian Football League of helping players avoid detection by faking injuries.BBC News - Top stories -
Kaine: Russia, Iran wouldn't tell US if they knew of impending terrorist attack
Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) said Sunday that the difference between democratic and authoritarian regimes is that Russia and Iran would not tell the United States if there was going to be a terrorist attack in the U.S. Host Shannon Bream asked Kaine on ...The Hill - Politics - Iran -
Americans pay a steep economic price for Washington’s failure to confront Russia and Iran
Long-term consequences from short-sighted policies in Europe, the Middle East and China.MarketWatch - Business - Iran -
Jake Gyllenhaal On How Losing Batman Role Fueled His Motivation
Jake Gyllenhaal had come close to some serious franchise roles early in his career only to lose out in the final round. The Oscar-nominated actor, who can now be seen in the Roadhouse remake on Prime Video, recently talked about what drove him ...GameSpot - Tech -
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 -
China releases South Korean soccer star after a nearly 1-year detention over bribery suspicions
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China releases South Korean soccer star after a nearly 1-year detention over bribery suspicions
A star South Korean soccer player who was detained and investigated in China for nearly a year over bribery allegations has been released and returned homeABC News - World - China -
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine after three years, as ties improve
China lifts heavy tariffs on Australian wine after three years, as ties improveABC News - World - China -
Canopy Growth rally continues with 28% gain after recent talk about federal cannabis reforms
Cannabis stock Canopy Growth has been rising sharply since March 14 and has gained 140% in the past week.MarketWatch - Business -
Bulgarian authorities seize 170 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a banana shipment from Ecuador
Bulgarian customs officials have confiscated about 170 kilograms (370 pounds) of cocaine from a ship transporting bananas from EcuadorABC News - World -
WATCH: Police in Colombia seize nearly 2 tons of cocaine hidden in crates of avocados
Authorities in Colombia say they seized about 1.7 tons of cocaine concealed inside a shipment of avocados bound for Europe.ABC News - Top stories -
Huetter win denies Gut-Behrami 4th season title
On a surprising final day of the women's World Cup season, Cornelia Huetter won the downhill race to clinch her first season title and deny Lara Gut-Behrami her fourth this week.ESPN - Sports -
Russia's Foreign Ministry says Spanish reporter denied a visa was invited to stay
Russia’s Foreign Ministry says it issued the necessary documents for a Spanish journalist to stay in the country although the reporter claims he was forced to leave because his visa was not renewedABC News - World - Russia