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Oil ends below the day’s highs as panic eases over Israel’s retaliation against Iran
Oil prices on Friday pared much of their overnight gains to settle with a more modest rise as “calmer heads” prevailed after an apparent retaliatory attack by Israel on Iran.MarketWatch - Business - Iran -
Iran and Israel playing with fire as old rules of confrontation are torn up
Reported Israeli drone strike on Isfahan may signal that this widening conflict has become more dynamic. Middle East crisis – live updatesWhat we know so far about Israel’s strike on IranWhile the details remain vague, and Iranian denials strong, ...The Guardian - World - Iran -
Microsoft Ups Ante in AI Race With China Through Stake in Abu Dhabi Firm
The $1.5 billion deal between the U.S. tech firm and Abu Dhabi-based G42 signals a pivot for the Gulf state toward WashingtonThe Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
One Potential Key to Knicks’ Season: Friendship
Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart and Donte DiVincenzo have been buddies since college, a situation that those who study the workplace say can foster success.The New York Times - Business -
Israel has mounted airstrikes on Iran, US confirms, as Tehran plays down attack
Iranian official indicates no ‘immediate’ plan for retaliation after explosions reported in sky over Isfahan and Tabriz. Middle East crisis: live updatesWhat’s in Isfahan? The city home to Iranian nuclear facilitiesUS officials have confirmed that ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Tom Brady spent thousands of dollars bribing his teammates to make big plays, according to former Pro Bowler
Brady knew how to get the Bucs' offensive linemen extra motivatedCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
Iranian foreign minister says the weapons used in Israeli attack were 'like toys that our children play with'
In an interview with NBC News, Hossein Amirabdollahian refused to acknowledge that Israel was behind the attack is not planning to respond.NBC News - Politics - Israel -
Iran’s foreign minister downplays drones used in Israel strikes as ‘toys that our children play with’
In his first interview since Israel’s retaliatory strikes, Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian downplayed the scope of Israel’s response to NBC News’ Tom Llamas.NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Philippines, New Zealand Plan Troop Visits, Logistics Deals
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Subsidy race with US and China would harm Europe’s ailing economy, IMF warns
Fund urges EU to avoid ‘protectionist’ policies and focus on cutting internal trade barriersFinancial Times - World - China -
My friend ranks his friendships in a league table – and it worries me | Ask Annalisa Barbieri
You need to consider why this bothers you so much and if you should bring it up. Without asking directly, it’s hard to know his motivation• Every week Annalisa Barbieri addresses a family-related problem sent in by a reader. Over a few drinks, a ...The Guardian - World -
European Gas Erases Gains as Market Weighs Strike on Iran
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Schlumberger posts profit gain for first quarter as revenue tops estimates
International revenue for the oil-services company rose 18% to offset softness in North America, Schlumberger’s CEO said.MarketWatch - Business -
Playing a shell game on aid to Ukraine
Conservatives should oppose sending any more aid to Ukraine until President Biden presents a plan to end the war and Congress comes up with an honest, fiscally responsible way to ensure that our aid is responsibly distributed.The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
China’s Export Dominance: What to Know
From cars to solar panels to furniture, China is using lavish bank lending and enormous investments in robotics to cement its global leadership in manufacturing.The New York Times - Business - China -
America's Cigarette Market Is Up for Grabs
Philip Morris will soon be able to sell its most successful smoke-free product in the U.S., setting up a battle with its former parent company Altria.The Wall Street Journal - World -
The Supreme Court Takes Up Homelessness
Can cities make it illegal to live on the streets?The New York Times - Top stories -
Catch Up On The Dandadan Manga With These Deals
There's no guarantee that a manga series will make a successful transition to anime, but the odds seem to be in Dandadan's favor. The mix of homicidal hauntings, alien invasions, and high school drama made Yukinobu Tatsu's series an immediate hit ...GameSpot - Tech -
Reaction to Israel’s Strike in Iran Plays Down Significance
In Israel, officials described the strike as a limited response and reports from both sides suggested it did not appear to cause significant damage to military sites.The New York Times - World - Iran -
Playing at the 'edge' key to England's title charge
Head coach John Mitchell wants his England side to continue playing "on the edge" as they close in on a sixth successive Women's Six Nations title.BBC News - Top stories -
Aaron Rodgers Plays Ball With Podcasters and Conspiracy Theorists
The N.F.L. great was supposed to be the Jets’ savior. But since arriving in New York, he has spent more time voicing conspiracy theories than playing quarterback.The New York Times - Top stories -
Satellite Data Reveals Sinking Risk for China’s Cities
Development and groundwater pumping are causing land subsidence and heightening the risks of sea level rise.The New York Times - World - China -
China Orders Apple to Remove Popular Messaging Apps
WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram among apps cut from iPhone app store to comply with censorship demand.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - China -
San Francisco getting pandas from China
San Francisco is going to be the next U.S. city to receive a pair of pandas from China as part of the “panda diplomacy” program between Washington and Beijing. San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced Friday that the San Francisco Zoo has been ...The Hill - Politics - China -
Google streamlines structure to speed up AI efforts
Teams tackling artificial intelligence models unified under leadership of DeepMind founder Demis HassabisFinancial Times - Business - Google -
Norris takes Chinese GP sprint race pole, Hamilton second - reaction
Follow live text and audio commentary from practice and sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
Fintech finally starts to add up for investors
More firms may be seeking listings in the next yearFinancial Times - World -
'Humpty Dumpty house' put up for sale
The ditty is said to have been inspired by events at the site of the property almost 500 years ago.BBC News - Top stories -
U.S. stocks ended mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively, and the Dow eking out a gain of less than 0.1%. Treasury yields rose.
U.S. stocks ended mixed, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling 0.2% and 0.5%, respectively, and the Dow eking out a gain of less than 0.1%. Treasury yields rose.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Report: Zion out for Kings-Pelicans play-in tournament game
Pelicans star forward Zion Williamson reportedly will miss Friday's NBA Play-In Tournament game against the Kings.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Dunleavy disappointed Steph, Klay, Draymond won't play in playoffs
The Warriors' Hall of Fame trio won't make an NBA playoff appearance this year, and to Mike Dunleavy, it's a loss for basketball.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Pels down Zion: What to know about Friday's play-in games
No Zion, but still plenty at stake. Here's a guide to get you through the games that will determine the last NBA playoff spots.ESPN - Sports -
Unusual playing cards in Mississippi jails aim to solve cold cases
There are 20 missing persons cases and 36 unsolved homicides listed on the cards.CBS News - Top stories - Mississippi -
Kit Harington leans into playing a bad guy in 'Blood for Dust'
Kit Harington says he jumped at the chance to sport what he calls a “proper porn ‘stache'' to play a drug-running killer in “Blood for Dust.”ABC News - Entertainment -
Draymond predicts Kings will beat Pelicans ‘pretty easily' in play-in game
Warriors forward Draymond Green shared his prediction for Friday night's NBA Play-In Tournament matchup between the Kings and New Orleans Pelicans.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
How TikTok Changed Us
The app’s videos have become a fixture in the lives of tens of millions of Americans.The New York Times - Top stories - Tiktok -
China Hits U.S. With Levy on Chemical as Trade Tensions Rise
China slapped a levy on imports from the U.S. of a widely used chemical, a small salvo in an escalating trade dispute between Washington and Beijing.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
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 -
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 -
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