Foot Dragging over Central Bank Chief Underscores Lebanon Dysfunction
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Polish central bank chief seeks truce with Tusk over ‘idiotic’ accusations
Adam Glapiński insists he did not abuse his powers in bid to keep Law and Justice party in powerFinancial Times - World -
Poland's ruling coalition wants the central bank chief tried in court over hurting state interests
Lawmakers with Poland’s ruling pro-European Union coalition have launched a rare process to bring the central bank chief before a special court on allegations of acting against the country’s financial interestsABC News - World -
Poland's ruling coalition wants the central bank chief tried in court over hurting state interests
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Extremism endangers Germany's prosperity, warns central bank chief
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A turning point in central banking
Last week’s monetary policy moves mark a shift away from strict inflation targetingFinancial Times - World -
Inflation Requires Caution for Brazil's Central Bank
Brazil’s central bank may have room to keep easing monetary policy gradually, but “core-services inflation underlying dynamics merit attention,” Goldman Sachs’ Alberto Ramos says.The Wall Street Journal - World - Inflation -
UBS makes Ermotti best-paid European bank boss
Swiss lender awards returning chief executive $15.9mn for steering integration of Credit SuisseFinancial Times - Business -
Dow Industrials, S&P 500 Dip to Start Week
Stocks were mostly lower as chip makers came under pressure, after a report that China plans to phase out U.S.-made microprocessors in government computers and servers.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Swiss find Lebanon’s biggest bank guilty of serious money laundering breaches
Finma uncovers millions of francs in unexplained payments by Banque Audi to senior political figuresFinancial Times - Business -
Israel and Hezbollah trade strikes over Lebanon border
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Craig Goodwin headlines Socceroos’ dominant victory over Lebanon
Australia defeat Cedars 5-0 in second World Cup qualifierFirst international goals for Kusini Yengi and John IredaleIt was an evening in which Craig Goodwin reaffirmed his status as one of the Socceroos’ most important attacking outlets, with two ...The Guardian - World - College Football -
Canada's Poor Productivity Has Reached Emergency Status, Senior Central Bank Official Says
Bank of Canada’s senior deputy governor, Carolyn Rogers, warns that a turnaround is urgently needed to protect the economy from future bouts of inflation.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Nigeria's central bank hikes interest rate to 24.75% as it battles sky-high inflation, currency crisis
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Tuesday hiked its key interest rate by 200 basis points, as Africa's largest economy looks to recover from a historic currency crisis and soaring inflation.CNBC - Business -
UBS chief's surprise return to the Swiss banking giant bagged him a $15.9 million paycheck
UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti earned 14.4 million Swiss francs ($15.9 million) in 2023 after his surprise return to the helm of the Swiss banking giant.CNBC - Business -
Using Computers Strongly Linked to Erectile Dysfunction
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U.S. and Israeli defense chiefs meet as tensions rise over war in Gaza
s tensions rise between the two countries, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with his Israeli counterpart, Yoav Gallant, on Tuesday.NBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Poland sacks Nato-EU battlegroup chief over counter-intelligence issue
Warsaw investigates ‘personal security clearance’ of Jarosław Gromadziński after his dismissal as commander of EurocorpsFinancial Times - Business -
Gambling scandal underscores Shohei Ohtani's separateness
The Japanese superstar debuts in L.A. after accusing his interpreter and friend of stealing millions.ESPN - Sports -
Educor in South Africa: Thousands of students in limbo after 'dysfunctional' colleges banned
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The 400-Square-Foot NYC Apartment That’s Constant Changing
Entire sections of this tiny New York City home can shift and change, depending on the time of day and what the occupants need.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Visa, Mastercard and the largest U.S. credit-card issuing banks agreed to a settlement with merchants over the fees charged for swiping credit cards.
Visa, Mastercard and the largest U.S. credit-card issuing banks agreed to a settlement with merchants over the fees charged for swiping credit cards.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Democrats' Alabama win underscores political staying power of abortion, IVF
A special election in Alabama is the latest sign for Democrats that reproductive rights are a major motivating force for voters ahead of this fall’s elections. Democrat Marilyn Lands beat Republican Teddy Powell in a special election for a state ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Jobless claims fall slightly to 210,000, underscoring strong labor market
The number of Americans who applied for unemployment benefits last week fell slightly to 210,000 and continued to hover at very low levels in a sign of strength for the economy.MarketWatch - Business -
Marielle Franco: two politicians and ex-police chief arrested over Brazil murder
The Rio de Janeiro councillor and her driver were assassinated in 2018, sparking an international outcry. Two powerful politicians and Rio de Janeiro’s former chief of police have been arrested as part of a federal police operation targeting the ...The Guardian - World - Brazil -
Tennessee Republican sued over post falsely identifying Kansas man as Chiefs parade shooter and 'illegal Alien'
Denton Loudermill Jr., who is seeking damages and a jury trial, filed the defamation suit against Rep. Tim Burchett over the lawmaker's post on X.NBC News - Politics -
Prosecutors seeking 2.5-year prison sentence for former Spain soccer chief over kiss
Luis Rubiales kissed Spanish player Jennifer Hermoso on the lips without her consent during the team's trophy ceremony following Spain's final 1-0 win against England.ABC News - Top stories -
Historic Homes Rule Savannah. Will Modern Architecture Ever Find Its Footing?
The Georgia city doesn’t prohibit modernism, but homeowners and architects are working hard to find ways to blend the new with the very old.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Redefining Your Banking Relationship
Banking is a partnership, not a transaction. And it can help Black women overcome systemic financial hurdles.Inc. - Business -
The Lone Volcano in California’s Central Valley
Often called “the world’s smallest mountain range,” the Sutter Buttes are an unlikely and beloved landmark in one of the flattest parts of the state.The New York Times - Top stories - California -
Israeli airstrike in northeastern Lebanon wounds 3, local official says
A mayor in northeastern Lebanon says an Israeli airstrike has wounded at least three peopleABC News - World - Israel -
Berlin drag show ‘Together’ seeks to address Middle East grief
As the Israel-Hamas war grinds on, an Israeli drag queen and a Syrian belly dancer are using their platform in Berlin to encourage dialogue and share grief.NBC News - Top stories -
Australia 5-0 Lebanon: World Cup 2026 qualifier – live reaction
Craig Goodwin scores brace in Socceroos’ winAny thoughts? Feel free to get in touch on emailThat’s the perfect start for Australia – not just the goal but the identity of the scorer. Goodwin made a good run down the left and curled a quite ...The Guardian - World - World Cup -
At least two detained after assassination of Hamas official in Lebanon
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Ireland’s economy forecast to return to growth, easing drag on eurozone
The eurozone economy may be freed of a headwind that enfeebled growth in 2023, with new forecasts pointing to a return to expansion for Ireland, one of the currency area’s smallest but most changeable members.MarketWatch - Business -
Irish Economy Forecast to Return to Growth, Easing Drag on Eurozone
The eurozone economy may be freed of a headwind that enfeebled growth in 2023, with new forecasts pointing to a return to expansion for Ireland, one of the currency area’s smallest but most changeable members.The Wall Street Journal - World -
AP PHOTOS: Ukraine celebrates Purim with costumes and dancing, as war drags on
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Middle East Crisis: U.S. Says Israel Has Agreed to Try to Reschedule Canceled Trip
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had called off a visit to Washington by an Israeli delegation after the U.S. decided against vetoing a cease-fire resolution at the U.N.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Israeli strikes in Lebanon kill 16, militant rockets kill 1 Israeli as cross-border violence soars
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‘Lagging’ housing market, high interest rates drag on MillerKnoll’s sales
The furniture maker said that a “lagging” housing market, rising interest rates, and other headwinds contributed to lower sales.MarketWatch - Business -
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Kept Them Amused Near and Far
Maria Bun and Mench Antopina downed shots together in Singapore or via FaceTime when they were apart while watching the reality TV show.The New York Times - Lifestyle