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U.S. pushes for Gaza cease-fire, seeing narrow window for a deal before Israel's attack on Rafah
There was renewed hope for a cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, as the U.S. pushed for an agreement that would head off an assault on Gaza Rafah.NBC News - Politics - Israel -
Yen surges against U.S. dollar amid fears of further intervention
Japan’s yen violently strengthened against the U.S. dollar late Wednesday, sparking suspicions of intervention by Japanese authorities.MarketWatch - Business -
Fears of fascism, extremism grow in US
Fears of growing fascism and extremism are increasing in the United States, according to a new poll. An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist National poll released Wednesday found that 31 percent of surveyed Americans, when asked about their greatest fears for ...The Hill - Politics -
Iran: Death sentence commuted for oil billionaire
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Wednesday Briefing: Clashes Escalate on U.S. Campuses
Also, a judge fined Donald Trump for breaking a gag order.The New York Times - World -
Columbia releases statement saying protesters 'chose to escalate'
Columbia University has released a statement saying that they "regret that protesters have chosen to escalate the situation." This comes after the university wrote a letter to NYPD asking them to intervene.NBC News - Top stories -
Kendrick Lamar escalates Drake feud on diss track
The Compton rapper finally responds to a series of taunts by Drake, calling him a "habitual liar”.BBC News - Top stories -
UChicago, DePaul encampment continue as nationwide protests escalate
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Pinterest Stock Jumps on Higher Revenue, Narrower Loss
Pinterest shares jumped after the social-media platform reported higher quarterly revenue and a narrower loss.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Pinterest Records Higher Revenue, Narrower Loss
The social-media platform surpassed half a billion monthly active users and reporting 23% revenue growth, its fastest user and revenue growth since 2021. Shares rose 16% premarket.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Dortmund gain advantage over PSG following narrow win to keep Champions League goals alive
Borussia Dortmund's Niclas Fuellkrug fired in a first-half goal to seal a 1-0 victory over visitors Paris St Germain in their Champions League semi-final first leg on Wednesday.ESPN - Sports - UEFA Champions League -
The Guardian view on the women of Iran: still resisting repression | Editorial
The regime wants to crush resistance. But those it rules continue to push back against its brutality. The protests that exploded across Iran following Mahsa Amini’s death in custody in September 2022 were a turning point. The young Iranian-Kurdish ...The Guardian - World -
Iran commutes a tycoon's death sentence to 20 years in prison
Iran’s official IRNA news agency reported that a tycoon's death sentence has been commuted to 20 years in prison after he returned around $2.1 billion in assets from illegally selling oil abroadABC News - World - Iran -
Deadly Russian Strikes Hit Civilian Center and Other Targets in Odesa
Ukraine accused Russia of using a cluster weapon in a civilian area on Monday, killing five people. A strike on Wednesday killed three others, an official said.The New York Times - World - Russia -
Surrounded by Fighters and Haunted by Famine, Sudan City Fears Worst
A powerful paramilitary group has encircled El Fasher, the last remaining obstacle to domination of the sprawling Darfur region, raising alarm about mass killings if the city is taken.The New York Times - World -
New York police storm Columbia and arrest pro-Palestinian protesters
Hundreds of officers in riot gear detain students who occupied campus building for nearly 24 hoursFinancial Times - World - New York -
Kendrick Lamar responds to Drake with diss track Euphoria in escalating feud
Euphoria is the latest in the hip-hop heavyweights’ fight via songs, which has now drawn in some of the biggest names in rap. Kendrick Lamar has released a new diss track against Drake titled Euphoria – the latest in a long-running feud between ...The Guardian - World -
Experts fear 'catastrophic' college declines thanks to botched FAFSA rollout
The bungled rollout of a new federal student aid form has left millions of students in limbo and some wondering if their college dreams will surviveABC News - Top stories -
Hundreds of Protesters Arrested as Universities Blame Outsiders for Escalating Violence
Police cracked down on pro-Palestinian encampments at Columbia, UCLA and other college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Hundreds of Protesters Arrested as Universities Blame Outsiders for Escalating Violence
Police cracked down on pro-Palestinian encampments at Columbia, UCLA and other college campuses.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Timothy Kennedy, a Democrat, Wins New York Special House Election
The victory by Timothy Kennedy, a Democratic state senator, was not a surprise. But it will make Republicans’ lives more difficult in Washington.The New York Times - Top stories - New York -
The UN's nuclear watchdog chief will visit Iran next week as concerns rise about uranium enrichment
The head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog will travel to Iran next week as Tehran’s nuclear program enriches uranium a step away from weapons-grade levels and international oversight remains limitedABC News - World - Iran -
Iran files charges over BBC report on teen girl allegedly killed by security forces in 2022 protests
Iranian prosecutors have filed criminal charges against activists and journalists following a BBC report that alleged security forces “sexually assaulted and killed” a 16-year-old girl during the protests over the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022ABC News - World - Iran -
The Dangerous Rise of GPS Attacks
Thousands of planes and ships are facing GPS jamming and spoofing. Experts warn these attacks could potentially impact critical infrastructure, communication networks, and more.Wired - Tech -
Israeli strikes on southern Gaza city of Rafah kill 18
Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah, where more than half of Gaza’s population of 2.3 million has sought refuge.Politico - Politics - Israel -
Israeli strikes on southern Gaza city of Rafah kill 18
Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah, where more than half of Gaza’s population of 2.3 million has sought refuge.Politico - Politics - Israel -
Israeli strikes on southern Gaza city of Rafah kill 18
Israel has carried out near-daily air raids on Rafah, where more than half of Gaza’s population of 2.3 million has sought refuge.Politico - Politics - Israel -
Tigers' Flaherty strikes out first 7, tying AL mark
The Tigers' Jack Flaherty had a career-high 14 strikeouts vs. the Cardinals, including the first seven batters of the game to tie an American League record.ESPN - Sports -
Southern Lebanon: BBC sees air strike destruction in deserted towns
Residents who fled from the border can only watch as their homes are turned into craters.BBC News - Top stories -
Is Mufasa: The Lion King "Soulless"? Director Strikes Back Against Criticism
Director Barry Jenkins, known for helming Oscar-winner Moonlight, was prepared like Scar to defend Mufasa: The Lion King, which just received its first teaser trailer. The filmmaker responded to a social media post that said the prequel/sequel is ...GameSpot - Tech -
Teamsters Canada Says Strikes at Railroads Could Begin May 22
The union representing over 9,000 workers at Canada’s two biggest railroads said nearly all of its members voted in favor of going on strike as early as May 22, which could cause extensive disruptions across North American logistics networks.The Wall Street Journal - World -
At least 50 people feared drowned after boat from Senegal sinks off Canary island
Nine people rescued from boat sailing perilous Atlantic route that reportedly left Senegal with 60 people onboard nine days ago. At least 50 people are feared to have drowned after a boat sailing the perilous Atlantic route from west Africa to ...The Guardian - World -
Pfizer beats earnings estimates, raises outlook on cost cuts and smaller-than-feared drop in Covid drug sales
The pharmaceutical giant's quarterly results also benefited from a smaller-than-feared drop in sales for its Covid antiviral pill Paxlovid.CNBC - Business - Covid -
Fearing Trump’s tariffs, one bank has ratcheted up rate forecasts — in Australia
In the world of finance everything’s connected, including the likelihood of President Donald Trump returning to office and Australian interest rates.MarketWatch - Business - Australia -
UCLA cancels classes as clashes over Gaza war spread across US campuses
New York City mayor blames ‘outside agitators’ for escalating protests at Columbia UniversityFinancial Times - Business -
Joshlin Smith: A six-year-old's disappearance spreads fear in South Africa's Saldhana Bay
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Colombia to cut diplomatic ties with Israel
Colombian President Gustavo Petro said Wednesday he plans to sever diplomatic ties with Israel over the Middle Eastern country’s conduct in its war against Hamas in Gaza. Speaking at a May Day rally in Bogotá’s central Plaza de Bolívar, Petro ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
Colombia to cut diplomatic ties with Israel
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Democrats win a New York special election, further narrowing the House GOP's majority
Democratic state Sen. Tim Kennedy won a special election in the 26th District in western New York to serve the reminder of former Rep. Brian Higgins' term.NBC News - Top stories - New York -
Democrats win a New York special election, further narrowing the House GOP's majority
Democratic state Sen. Tim Kennedy won a special election in the 26th District in western New York to serve the reminder of former Rep. Brian Higgins' term.NBC News - Politics - New York