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John Oliver tackles the US corn industry: ‘You might be thinking, so what?’
The Last Week Tonight host looks into federal subsidies effects and ethanol standards upholding ‘America’s No 1 crop’. John Oliver dug into the US corn industry on Last Week Tonight, from how the government subsidizes it, to its many uses and the ...The Guardian - World -
Flores to take part in NFL's accelerator program
Brian Flores will be among the participants in the NFL's fifth accelerator program, an event hosted by the league to strengthen the pipeline of diverse candidates for front office and coaching positions.ESPN - Sports - NFL -
Taking on Trump: Biden’s desperate debate strategy
Joe Biden has no choice but to debate Donald Trump.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
What will it take to get Gen Z watching sport?
Young people’s interest in watching sporting events is waning, threatening a business model built on broadcasting rightsFinancial Times - Business -
Verstappen beats McLarens to take Imola pole
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen fends off McLaren rivals in a tight battle for pole position at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
Verstappen edges Piastri to take Imola pole - reaction
Follow live text updates and online-only BBC radio commentary from qualifying for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Imola.BBC News - Top stories -
Madueke backs Lavia to take Chelsea to next level
Noni Madueke believes Chelsea are starting to "take shape" under Mauricio Pochettino and has backed teammate Romeo Lavia to help take the team to the next level next season.ESPN - Sports -
Singer Libianca on the pressure to take sides in Cameroon war
The star of viral hit People talks to the BBC about getting death threats for waving a Cameroonian flag.BBC News - Top stories -
The Technocrat Who’s Taking Control of Putin’s War Effort
Andrei R. Belousov, an intellectual with no military experience, is known for backing a state-dominated economy.The New York Times - World -
Norris 'excited' that McLaren can take fight to Verstappen
Lando Norris says he is "excited" about the rest of the Formula 1 season after challenging Max Verstappen hard for victory at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.BBC News - Top stories -
Korda takes Mizuho Americas for 6th win in 2024
Nelly Korda won a back-nine showdown with Hannah Green of Australia with a par on the 18th hole to capture the Mizuho Americas Open by a stroke Sunday for her sixth win in seven starts on the LPGA Tour this year.ESPN - Sports -
What happens when councils take control of buses?
More people are using buses in Reading where they are publicly-owned - will others towns follow?BBC News - Top stories -
Trump Trial Judge Clashes With Defense Witness: 'Are You Staring Me Down Right Now?'
Prosecutors rested their case in Trump’s hush-money trial after four days of testimony by Michael Cohen, onetime fixer to the former president.The Wall Street Journal - World - Donald Trump -
With I.C.C. Arrest Warrants, Let Justice Take Its Course
The request for International Criminal Court arrest warrants promotes the idea that the basic rules of international humanitarian law apply to all.The New York Times - Top stories -
Opponents Will Use AI to Mess With Election, Officials Warn
Foreign foes will harness the technology to influence the vote, officials warn theSenate Intelligence Committee.Inc. - Business -
RFK Jr. Is Priming His Audience for Election Denialism
Robert F. Kennedy’s campaign—and his life’s work—have laid the groundwork for supporters to blame his inevitable loss on an elite conspiracy.Wired - Tech -
Venezuela’s 2024 Presidential Election: What to Know
Venezuela’s election features an opposition candidate with a slim, if improbable, chance of defeating the country’s long-ruling authoritarian leader.The New York Times - World -
Trade policy is the new front in the US presidential election
Also in today’s newsletter, how Ray Dalio is thinking about the electionFinancial Times - World -
Even European Parliament Elections Have Consequences
The body has become emblematic of the EU’s dysfunction, but this year’s vote may actually matter.The Wall Street Journal - World -
How Twitch Streamers Could Shape the 2024 Elections
WIRED talked to political streamer Hasan Piker about Joe Biden, the youth vote, and his advocacy for Gaza.Wired - Tech -
Elected officials share personal mental health struggles
Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania and Harris County Texas Judge Lina Hildago are some of the most outspoken elected officials telling Americans it's okay to not be okay. Both officials have taken leaves of absence for their mental health ...CBS News - Top stories -
Indictment or no, Henry Cuellar will likely be re-elected
His March primary, his weak potential opponents, and the obscure nature of his alleged crimes make his survival highly likely.The Hill - Politics -
How Black men could impact the 2024 election
NBC News' Trymaine Lee reports on how Black men could be pivotal to the 2024 presidential election.NBC News - Top stories -
How Election Deniers Claimed the Upside-Down Flag
The practice started with sailors signaling distress but evolved into a form of protest, most recently among Trump supporters who believe the falsehood that the 2020 election was stolen.The New York Times - Top stories -
Cabinet minister to stand down at general election
The Northern Ireland secretary announced his intentions on the social media platform X, formerly Twitter.BBC News - Top stories -
Biden and Trump Hunt for Breakthrough Moment in Stagnant Election
Can the coming televised presidential debate help the candidates connect with undecided voters?The Wall Street Journal - World - Joe Biden -
Will Trump Run for President as a Felon in the 2024 Election?
The ruling in the trial of the former president and presumptive Republican nominee, which could come next week, could be a deciding factor in a tight race.The New York Times - Top stories - Donald Trump -
Why the Dow Keeps Hitting New Records
The DJIA has just hit 40,000—but didn’t it just reach 30,000 three years ago? The Dow’s milestones keep coming faster and faster. WSJ’s Gunjan Banerji explains why.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why The Mirage is closing after 34 years
The Mirage Hotel and Casino is closing on the Las Vegas Strip after it was acquired by Hard Rock in 2022.ABC News - Top stories -
Why Georgia just branded me a ‘foreign agent’
If you want a glimpse of what might be in store for Ukraine if Putin prevails there, look at the protests and civil strife in Georgia.The Hill - Politics -
Why Putin is meeting with Xi Jinping in China
Russian President Vladimir Putin is in China meeting with President Xi Jinping to deepen the partnership between the two countries. Mary Ilyushina, a reporter for the Washington Post, joins CBS News with more.CBS News - Top stories - China -
Weekly quiz: Why are puffins causing an international row?
Test how closely you have been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.BBC News - Top stories -
Why Biden might be happy to debate Trump in June
The campaigns have agreed to debate twice before November's election - and the stakes will be high.BBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Breer: Why Jacoby Brissett was ‘perfect' signing for Pats
The MMQB's Albert Breer explains why veteran quarterback Jacoby Brissett was the "perfect" offseason signing for the Patriots.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Why a Tactic Used by Czars Is Back With a Vengeance
Authoritarian governments have long sought to target dissidents abroad. But the digital age may have given them stronger motives, and better tools, for transnational repression.The New York Times - World -
Why Is N.Y.U. Forcing Protesters to Write Apology Letters?
The university calls it a “restorative practice”; the students call it a coerced confession.The New York Times - Top stories -
Why Utilities Are Lighting Up the Stock Market
Utility stocks are suddenly white hot, thanks largely to artificial intelligence’s thirst for electricity. Investors accustomed to thinking of the sector as sleepy and safe need to realize the game has changed.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why England will be thrilled by Stokes' steady return
Ben Stokes' solid if unspectacular return will suit England just fine as they prepare for life after James Anderson.BBC News - Top stories -
Why Are Nuns Either Saintly, Seductive or Sadistic?
In uncertain times, religious sisters are often invoked as vessels for collective doubt.The New York Times - Top stories -
Why an OpenAI Safety Leader Just Quit
Jan Leike explainedhis sudden resignation Friday, saying safety has "taken a backseat to shiny products" at the AI leader.Inc. - Business