Eu Haggles over More Ammunition for Ukraine and Itself
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The ICC Disgraces Itself Over Israel
Giving Hamas a brief victory will be the court’s epitaph.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
EU Investigates Facebook and Instagram Over Addictive Effects on Children
The American tech giant’s platforms, Facebook and Instagram, may “exploit the weaknesses and inexperience of minors,” the European Commission said.The New York Times - Business - European Union -
Meta Faces EU Probe Over Facebook, Instagram Child-Protection Policies
The investigation, which could eventually lead to a fine, will look into the platforms’ use of algorithms that officials said may stimulate addictive behavior in children.The Wall Street Journal - Tech - European Union -
Meta Faces EU Investigation Over Child Safety Risks
The Digital Services Act, which became active last year,requires social media platforms to work harder to prevent dangerous and illegal content from reaching younger users.Inc. - Business - European Union -
EU investigating Meta over addictive effects of Facebook, Instagram on children
The European Union is investigating Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, over the potentially addictive effects of its platforms on children. The bloc’s executive arm, the European Commission, opened “formal proceedings” against ...The Hill - Politics - European Union -
Ukraine Asks U.S. to Provide More Intelligence on Targets in Russia
American officials say they do not want U.S. weapons used in cross-border attacks or intelligence reports used to strike inside Russia.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Majority of EU nations want more partnerships to stem migration from countries of origin
A majority of European Union countries are calling for more agreements with countries where migrants depart from or travel through to get to Europe, saying the bloc needs to think outside the box to tackle irregular migration into the 27-member blocABC News - World -
EU bans 4 more Russian media outlets from broadcasting in the bloc, citing disinformation
Yahoo News - World - European Union -
Russia-Ukraine war live: Moscow says West ‘playing with fire’ over Ukraine
The country’s foreign ministry said the supply of long range weapons to Ukraine by the UK and US had led to an escalation in the conflict. A long-range Ukrainian strike on the Moscow-controlled Belbek airbase in occupied Crimea destroyed three ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
With Ukraine Funded, New Fight Emerges in Congress Over Pentagon Spending
Mitch McConnell and other top Republicans want more federal money for the military. But Democrats say domestic programs must get an equivalent boost.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Russians Poured Over Ukraine’s Border. There Was Little to Stop Them.
The stunning incursion into the Kharkiv Region lays bare the challenges facing Ukraine’s weary and thinly stretched forces as Russia ramps up its summer offensive.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
Facebook and Instagram face fresh EU digital scrutiny over child safety measures
The European Union opened fresh investigations into Facebook and Instagram over suspicions that they’re failing to protect children online, in violation of the bloc’s strict digital regulations for social media platformsABC News - Tech - Facebook -
EU investigates Facebook owner Meta over child safety and mental health concerns
Company’s social media platforms, which also include Instagram, may have addictive effects, says European Commission. • Business live – latest updates. The European Commission has opened an investigation into the owner of Facebook and Instagram ...The Guardian - World - European Union -
Revolutionary War barracks, chewed-on ammunition unearthed in Virginia
The barracks included chimney bricks, officers' jewelry and musket balls that soldiers chewed on because of their sweet taste.CBS News - Top stories -
Another American tourist arrested in Turks and Caicos after ammunition found in luggage
A Florida woman faces potential years in prison after ammunition was found in her luggage, joining four other Americans arrested for similar offenses this year. Kris Van Cleave reports.CBS News - Top stories -
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The watch of his dreams. A cabin in the mountains. Here are the big purchases readers regret the most.The Wall Street Journal - World -
‘Her stories are life itself’: Yiyun Li on the genius of Alice Munro
The Chinese American author of The Book of Goose pays tribute to the late writer, reflecting on the rich rewards of revisiting her stories over many years. A life in quotes: Alice MunroFive of the best Alice Munro short storiesTwo days after Alice ...The Guardian - World -
NFL distances itself from Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker's comments during commencement speech
The NFL is distancing itself from Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker, saying “his views are not those of the NFL as an organization.”ABC News - Sports - NFL -
EU Tracking ‘Spread of Disinformation’ on Slovak PM’s Shooting
Yahoo News - World - European Union -
China Hints at Possible Retaliation Against EU Probes
China has hinted at potential retaliation in response to the European Union’s investigations into Chinese companies, and launched a probe into chemical imports.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Will Biden Now Step Up on Ukraine?
His limits on Kyiv are a strategy for defeat on the installment plan.The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Duopoly Confusion Masks Consensus on Ukraine
America isn’t polarized so much as evenly divided by party, which doesn’t suit our institutions.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Russia and Ukraine: two economies at war
Government reshuffle underlines Putin’s militarisation effort as Kyiv fights on with western supportFinancial Times - World - Ukraine -
The other war: Cuban mercenaries in Ukraine
Fed up with humiliation and mistreatment, Cuban soldiers of the 428th regiment, based in Donetsk, carried out an operation to kill their own regiment's commander.The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
Meta slapped with child safety probe under sweeping EU tech law
Facebook parent company Meta on Thursday was hit with a major investigation from the EU into risks of its platforms to minors.CNBC - Business - European Union -
How Fico’s attack forced the EU to confront its political vitriol
Also in this newsletter: concrete solutions to marry industry and climateFinancial Times - World - European Union -
EU imposes sanctions on pro-Russian media outlet Voice of Europe
Yahoo News - World - European Union -
Russian parliament leader says EU is censoring Russian media
Yahoo News - World - Russia -
AfD lead candidate in EU election attacks western ‘paranoia’ on China
German far-right politician Maximilian Krah defends support for Beijing and criticises arrest of aide suspected of spyingFinancial Times - Business - China -
China retaliates against the US and EU with anti-dumping probe
Tit-for-tat investigation into thermoplastics follows a pattern established during the Trump presidencyFinancial Times - World - China -
European far-right leaders gather ahead of EU elections
Le Pen, Orbán and Meloni rail against socialism and ‘massive illegal migration’ at ‘great patriotic convention’ in Madrid. International far-right leaders, including France’s Marine Le Pen, Hungary’s Viktor Orbán, Italy’s Giorgia Meloni and ...The Guardian - World - European Union -
EU ‘monitoring’ closely Iran situation after helicopter incident
Yahoo News - World - Iran -
Vanguard defends dominance of US equities in EU-domiciled funds
Response follows warnings of ‘unintended consequences’ of passive funds shunning EU corporationsFinancial Times - World -
Why EU monitors should observe Venezuela’s presidential election
The democratic aspirations of the South American nation’s hard-pressed citizens deserve encouragementFinancial Times - World - European Union -
Microsoft is asking hundreds of employees in its China-based cloud-computing and AI operations to consider transferring outside the country, as it finds itself caught in the crosshairs of escalating U.S.-China tensions.
Microsoft is asking hundreds of employees in its China-based cloud-computing and AI operations to consider transferring outside the country, as it finds itself caught in the crosshairs of escalating U.S.-China tensions.The Wall Street Journal - World -
As Russia Advances, NATO Considers Sending Trainers Into Ukraine
The move could draw the United States and Europe more directly into the war. The Biden administration continues to say there will be no American troops on the ground.The New York Times - Top stories - Ukraine -
Friday Briefing: NATO Considers Sending Trainers to Ukraine
Also, Michael Cohen kept his cool under cross-examination.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
May 16, 2024 - Russia's war in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has met Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing, emboldened by the survival of his wartime economy and Russia's advances in Ukraine.CNN - Top stories - Ukraine -
Key weeks ahead for Russia’s war in Ukraine
Russia has launched a push north of Kharkiv but its ultimate goal is so far unclear.BBC News - Top stories - Ukraine