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Macron takes part in charity soccer game, showing off sporting prowess
French President Emmanuel Macron showed off his sporting prowess again --this time as Paris gears up to hold the Summer OlympicsABC News - Sports -
With Trump in court, can Biden take control of the election?
As polls show the race tied, the president is campaigning around the country and his opponent is stuck spending his days in a Manhattan courtroomFinancial Times - World - Joe Biden -
Japan works to preserve ancient tradition
Public baths have been the center of city life in Japan for centuries. But since 2006, hundreds of such baths have closed. Some are working to preserve the ancient tradition, which they say allows for socializing and relaxation.CBS News - Top stories - Japan -
I’m asking BP to take its share of responsibility for my son’s death, and will take it to UK court if I have to | Hussein Julood
Ali died of cancer last year. He was 21, and had to live in the choking smoke of the Rumaila oilfield. A year has passed since my beautiful boy Ali Julood died. Not a day goes by when I do not think of him smiling and playing football with his ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
Can I Ask My Mother-in-Law Who My Wife’s Biological Father Is?
Although his wife has long maintained that she doesn’t want to know the identity of her birth father, a reader is tempted to find out on her behalf.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Can the Bears develop Caleb Williams? Here are 11 coaches, 2 GMs on what it takes
The Bears need to reverse course if they're going to develop Caleb Williams. Here are experts' tips on quarterback development.ESPN - Sports -
MLB The Show 24 Collector's Edition Gets Nice Discount
If you've been watching the 2024 MLB season and have felt the itch to play some baseball for yourself, there's a great price cut on the MLB The Show 24 Negro Leagues Edition. Typically listed for $125, you can pick up the collector's edition of ...GameSpot - Tech - MLB -
Tourist fined for approaching walrus in Norway
The man went near the animal on an ice floe near the world's northernmost settlement in Svalbard.BBC News - Top stories -
Trump laments missing Melania's birthday for hush money trial: 'It would be nice to be with her'
Former President Trump is sending a long-distance birthday message to his wife, Melania, straight from the New York City courthouse where he's on trial in his hush money case. "I want to start by wishing my wife, Melania, a very happy birthday," ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
She was too sick for a traditional transplant. So she received a pig kidney and a heart pump
A New Jersey woman who was near death has received a transplanted pig kidney, part of a dramatic pair of surgeries that also stabilized her failing heartABC News - Tech -
Part protest, part rave: the Indigenous artists stunning the Venice Biennale
From Gold Lion winner Archie Moore to Brazilians the Tupinambá collective, First Nations artists are making their voices heard at ‘the Olympics of art’. They talk hammocks, hunting and human connection. ‘I’m not using the word ‘representing’ as I ...The Guardian - World -
The German parliament votes for an annual veterans' day to honor military service
The German parliament has voted to introduce an annual national “veterans’ day” to honor people who have served in the military, which often has struggled to gain recognition in the countryABC News - World -
US economic growth falls short of expectations with 1.6 percent annualized gain
U.S. economic growth dipped below 2 percent during the first quarter for the first time in more than a year and a half, according to a new government reading released Thursday. Gross domestic product (GDP) grew at an annualized rate of 1.6 percent ...The Hill - Politics -
Chants of ‘shame on you’ greet guests at White House correspondents’ dinner
A glitzy election-year roast by President Joe Biden drew journalists, celebrities and politicians — but also hundreds of protesters against the war in GazaABC News - Entertainment -
White House Correspondents’ guests prepare for the night at annual Garden Brunch
The annual White House Correspondents’ Garden Brunch welcomed hundreds of guests at the Beall-Washington House on Saturday as many squeezed in one last get together before the main event later in the evening. Celebrities, journalists, politicians ...The Hill - Politics -
WATCH: Tourists flock to see Death Valley in bloom
Gorgeous fields of wildflowers are taking over California with bright yellow daisies even popping up in Death Valley, the driest and hottest place in America.ABC News - Top stories -
Would you pay a tourist fee to enter Venice?
From Thursday visitors making a trip to the famous city at peak times will be charged a trial entrance fee.BBC News - Top stories -
Venice Implements Entry Fee to Deter Tourists
Venice’s first day of charging a fee to enter the historic center went mostly smoothly, but there were some protests and polemics.The New York Times - World -
Mount Fuji view to be blocked to deter tourists
Residents are fed up with visitors dropping rubbish and parking illegally as they seek the perfect photo.BBC News - Top stories -
New gun laws in Turks and Caicos lead to arrest of American tourist
A warning for Americans traveling to the Caribbean: The territory of Turks and Caicos has enacted strict new laws, with a mandatory minimum prison sentence of 12 years for carrying guns or ammunition. Ryan Watson from Oklahoma is behind bars there ...CBS News - World -
More than just a bowl of noodles, ramen in Japan is an experience and a tourist attraction
Spicy, steaming, slurpy, ramen might be everyone’s favorite Japanese foodABC News - World - Japan -
Venice launches world first tourist entrance fee in bid to fight overcrowding
Visitors to Venice will have to pay for an entry fee after the Italian city became the first in the world to introduce a charging system for tourists.NBC News - Top stories -
‘Recipe for disaster’: Venice entry fee sparks confusion and protest on day one
Some residents say €5 fee aimed at curbing tourist numbers goes against principle of freedom of movement. For more than 160 years, visitors have been arriving at Venezia Santa Lucia train station and disembarking straight into the heart of one of ...The Guardian - World -
Pay to enter: Venice becomes the first city to implement a tourist ticket system
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Venice becomes first city to charge a daily tourist fee
Visitors will have to pay five euros, a fee designed to offset some of the costs of accommodating tourists.CBS News - Top stories -
Mount Fuji view to be blocked as tourists overcrowd popular photo spot
Fujikawaguchiko town official says choice to erect huge barrier is ‘regrettable’ and last resort. A huge barrier to block views of Mount Fuji will be installed at a popular photo spot by Japanese authorities exasperated by crowds of badly behaved ...The Guardian - World -
Tourist hospitalized after shark attack. Tobago closes several beaches
A shark attack on a British tourist in the southeastern Caribbean prompted the government of Trinidad and Tobago to close seven beaches and a marine parkABC News - World -
Tourist hospitalized after shark attack. Tobago closes several beaches
A shark attack on a British tourist in the southeastern Caribbean prompted the government of Trinidad and Tobago to close seven beaches and a marine parkABC News - Top stories -
Beneath London, Tunnels and Bomb Shelters to Become Tourist Attractions
Used for spying, a phone exchange and more over the years, a semi-secret web of tunnels in central London could open to the public in 2027.The New York Times - World -
Third American tourist arrested in three months for bringing bullets to Turks and Caicos
A third American tourist in three months has been arrested for bringing bullets to Turks and Caicos while on vacation. Tyler Scott Wenrich’s wife said the two bullets authorities found in his suitcase were there accidentally. Now he’s facing the ...NBC News - Top stories -
Jill Biden launches bike ride for wounded service members, stresses need to support vets
Jill Biden has used the launch of the Wounded Warrior Project’s annual Soldier Ride from the White House lawn, a multiday bike ride, to stress the importance of supporting service membersABC News - Health - Joe Biden -
New California rule aims to limit health care cost increases to 3% annually
A new rule in California aims to limit health care price increases to just 3% each yearABC News - Health - California -
New California rule aims to limit health care cost increases to 3% annually
A new rule in California aims to limit health care price increases to just 3% each yearABC News - Top stories - California -
Stocks on Track for Weekly Gains as PCE Inflation Hits 2.7%
Stocks climbed, putting the major U.S. indexes on course for weekly gains despite another round of firm inflation data.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Paris has a new crusty baguette king with 31st winner of annual bread-baking prize
Paris has a new king of the crusty baguetteABC News - World -
Trump, allies were part of Michigan fake elector scheme, investigator testifies
A Michigan prosecutor testified Wednesday that former President Trump and senior campaign allies contributed to a scheme to overturn the state’s 2020 electoral results. Michigan attorney general’s office special agent Howard Shock said Trump is an ...The Hill - Politics -
How to Claim Your Part of a $5.6 Million Ring Settlement
The Federal Trade Commission is sending payments to customers who had certain Ring home security cameras and accounts during a particular time period, the agency said.The New York Times - Tech -
Former Boeing Manager Says Workers Mishandled Parts to Meet Deadlines
Merle Meyers, who left Boeing last year after a 30-year career, said he was speaking publicly about his experience because he loved the company “fiercely.”The New York Times - Tech -
Rishi Sunak: Britain Does Its Part in Ukraine and on Defense Spending
Our military budget will reach 2.5% of GDP by 2030. European allies need to step up as well.The Wall Street Journal - World - Ukraine -
Facility seen polluting part of anti-pollution program promoted by plastics industry
A plastics facility accused of polluting a Malaysian river is tied to Operation Clean Sweep, an anti-pollution program promoted by the U.S. plastics industry.ABC News - Top stories