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The lesson of Biden’s transformational first term
Eloquence and charisma are vastly overrated in politicsFinancial Times - Business - Joe Biden -
TD Bank Sets Aside $450 Million for Possible U.S. Anti-Money Laundering Penalties
Canada’s second-largest bank by market capitalization said the provision is related to talks with one U.S. regulator.The Wall Street Journal - World -
HSBC Chief Executive Noel Quinnunexpectedly said he would retire, leaving the bank without a clear successor.
HSBC Chief Executive Noel Quinn unexpectedly said he would retire, leaving the bank without a clear successor.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Walmart to shutter health centers, virtual care service in latest failed push into health care
Walmart said clinics are not a sustainable business model due to a challenging reimbursement environment for primary care and increasing operating costs.CNBC - Business -
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 -
Super Micro pushes up full-year revenue forecast as it points to strong AI demand
Super Micro is now a component of the S&P 500 index. The company's growth accelerated to 200% from 103% in the previous quarter, but revenue still missed.CNBC - Business -
NBA playoffs: Thunder push ahead late to beat Pelicans, complete series sweep
The Thunder have now picked up their first series win since 2016.Yahoo Sports - Sports - NBA -
MLB bee delay: Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks pushed back nearly two hours due to swarm behind home plate
Arizona had to call in a beekeeper to Chase Field on Tuesday nightCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
Arizona's Democratic leaders make final push to repeal 19th century abortion ban
Democrats at the Arizona Legislature are expected to make a final push to repeal the state’s long-dormant ban on nearly all abortions that a court said can be enforcedABC News - Health - Abortion -
Zimbabwe's ZiG is the world's newest currency and its latest attempt to resolve a money crisis
Zimbabwe has started circulating a new currency to replace one that has been battered by depreciation and often outright rejection by the peopleABC News - World -
Book Review: Novelist Amy Tan shares love of the natural world in 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles'
Best-selling novelist Amy Tan of “The Joy Luck Club” fame combines entries from her nature journal with astonishing illustrations thanks to lessons in bird illustration in “The Backyard Bird Chronicles,” to share a birdwatching obsession that ...ABC News - Entertainment -
Treasury yields finish April with biggest monthly jumps since 2022-2023
Treasurys sold off on Tuesday, solidifying the 10-year yield’s biggest monthly increase in more than a year, after U.S. economic data threw more doubt on the Federal Reserve’s ability to cut interest rates this year.MarketWatch - Business -
What to Watch: The Best Movies and TV Shows From April
Colin Farrell stars in an homage to Hollywood noir, Woody Allen returns with his best film in years, documentaries explore William F. Buckley and a forgotten singer-songwriter of the 1970s, and much, much more.The Wall Street Journal - World -
April 29, 2024 - Columbia begins suspending student protesters
The deadline set by Columbia University for demonstrators to vacate an encampment there or face suspension has passed.CNN - Top stories -
"CBS Evening News" headlines for Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."CBS News - Top stories -
California's population grows for the first time since 2020
California's population is celebrating its first net increase since 2020 — with a net gain of 67,000 residents last year, state authorities announced on Tuesday. Officials attributed the rise — to 39,128,162 individuals as of Jan. 1 — to an ...The Hill - Politics - California -
Welsh first minister to go to India for Tata talks
Yahoo News - World - India -
Vonovia Lifted by Solid First Quarter, Trading Momentum
Vonovia shares rose sharply after the real estate company confirmed its 2024 forecasts after its first-quarter results came in ahead of consensus.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Adidas Maintains Outlook as First Quarter Tops Forecasts
Adidas posted above-forecast profits for the first quarter, citing brand momentum, and confirmed its recently-lifted outlook for the year.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Women on Bumble No Longer Have to Make the First Move
As dissatisfaction with online dating grows, the app that put women in control is shifting course.The New York Times - Lifestyle -
Which Fallout Game You Should Play First
So you like the Fallout TV series, but you’ve never played any of the games huh? In this video, we categorize each of game in the franchise with a specific kind of player in mind.GameSpot - Tech -
First failed asylum seeker goes to Rwanda voluntarily
The asylum seeker received £3,000 and went under a scheme separate to the forced returns scheme.BBC News - Top stories -
NFL Power Rankings: Bengals, Jets rise with Joe Burrow, Aaron Rodgers back; stagnant Cowboys drop from top 10
Pete Prisco leans into the healthy return of two star QBs in his post-draft rankingsCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
China signaled a new campaign to rekindle flagging growth, a fresh sign of rising angst at the top of China's government over the prospects for the world's second-largest economy.
China signaled a new campaign to rekindle flagging growth, a fresh sign of rising angst at the top of China’s government over the prospects for the world’s second-largest economy.The Wall Street Journal - World - China -
Israel was ready to send a delegation to Cairo to discuss a halt to fighting in Gaza, Israeli and Egyptian officials said, as Arab mediators push Hamas to accept cease-fire terms before an impending Israeli military operation in Rafah.
Israel was ready to send a delegation to Cairo to discuss a halt to fighting in Gaza, Israeli and Egyptian officials said, as Arab mediators push Hamas to accept cease-fire terms before an impending Israeli military operation in Rafah.The Wall Street Journal - World - Israel -
EEOC Updates Workplace Guidance for the First Time in 25 Years
The EEOC's new workplace harassment guidelines address gender identity, abortion, and remote work.Inc. - Business -
Economic confidence slips for first time since last fall: Gallup
Americans’ confidence in the economy has dropped nine points since last month, the first time it has slipped since the fall, a survey by Gallup found. The Gallup Economic Confidence Index, which summarizes the public’s view on the current economic ...The Hill - Politics -
Bumble Tells Women They No Longer Have to Make the First Move
As dissatisfaction with online dating grows, the app that put women in control is shifting course.The New York Times - Tech -
What we've learned in the first round of the Stanley Cup playoffs so far
The Rangers look dominant, the Canucks remind us of another recent champ, and will the hit parade continue? Plus, the real key to Stars-Knights.ESPN - Sports -
The replacements: Who will fill the shoes of those picked in the first round of the NFL draft?
Who will take over for the names called last Thursday? Our experts give you a look at who could fill those roles.ESPN - Sports -
John Swinney emerges as frontrunner to be Scotland’s next first minister
Deputy first minister says he is actively considering standing as SNP prepares to see off no-confidence motionFinancial Times - World -
Amazon Reports $143.3 Billion in Revenue for First Quarter of 2024
The company also reported that profit more than tripled, to $10.4 billion, topping Wall Street expectations.The New York Times - Tech -
UK sends first asylum seeker to Rwanda under voluntary deportation scheme
Programme separate from planned forced removals but action condemned as desperate by oppositionFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
For the first time ever, 'Blood In Blood Out' will be available for streaming
More than 30 years after its release, the 1993 cult classic will be available on streaming for the first time.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
John Swinney emerges as frontrunner to be Scotland’s next first minister
Deputy first minister says he is actively considering standing as SNP prepares to see off no-confidence motionFinancial Times - Business -
Amazon cost cuts drive operating margin into double digits for first time
Amazon's operating margin jumped past 10%, topping a prior high of 8.2% in 2021.CNBC - Business -
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 -
UK sends first asylum seeker to Rwanda under voluntary deportation scheme
Programme separate from planned forced removals but action condemned as desperate by oppositionFinancial Times - World - United Kingdom -
José Abreu demoted: Astros option former AL MVP to Florida Complex League following dreadful April
Abreu had to consent to the assignment due to his service timeCBS Sports - Sports - Florida -
What the US non-compete ban could mean for workers
Restrictive clauses intended for highly paid workers now affect tens of millionsFinancial Times - World