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‘A despicable betrayal’: Democrats incensed by Haley Stevens’s endorsement of Mike Rogers
Democrat Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, prompting Democratic leaders to condemn the move as a betrayal following a campaign dispute.
Topgolf saved over $11.3 million after leaving VMware
Sports entertainment company Topgolf migrated 12,000 virtual machines from VMware to VergeIO’s VergeOS platform, saving over $11.3 million in infrastructure costs while avoiding significant price increases under Broadcom’s ownership.
Israelis have changed. Will they change their leadership?
Israel holds elections Tuesday with voters deciding whether to reelect Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu or choose center-right challenger Gadi Eisenkot, three years after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attacks.
Emirati diplomat who helped deliver aid to Gaza enters UN secretary general race
An Emirati diplomat with Palestinian heritage who facilitated humanitarian aid to Gaza has entered the UN secretary general race as a late candidate, though facing scrutiny over UAE’s alleged weapons provision to Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces.
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Wind-driven wildfire prompts evacuations in eastern Washington
A rapidly spreading wildfire in northwest Spokane, Washington, driven by strong winds and high temperatures, prompted the evacuation of thousands of residents and burned nearly 4 square miles of terrain.
Anti-LGBTQ+ laws are on the rise across west Africa, campaigners warn
West African countries are implementing or strengthening anti-LGBTQ+ laws, with recent criminalization efforts in Senegal, Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, and Ghana amid political pressures and global conservative campaigns.
Iran’s leaders show a united front over the war but are divided over what the goal is
Iran’s leaders present unity on military strategy against the U.S. but remain sharply divided over war objectives, with hardliners seeking total victory while pragmatists pursue negotiated settlement.
Dry, hot summers are putting Dutch dikes at risk and threatening German river trade
Europe’s severe drought is straining Dutch water defenses and disrupting river commerce, with volunteer dike patrols monitoring for structural weaknesses and cargo ships forced to reduce freight loads.
‘Free up the ganja’: Rastafarians in Kenya fight to decriminalise marijuana
Kenyan Rastafarians are mounting efforts to decriminalize marijuana following a court ruling rejecting their petition for religious exemptions from drug laws.
Idaho fast food restaurant shooting leaves 3 dead, city spokesman says
Three people were killed and seven injured in a shooting at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls, Idaho on Saturday afternoon. Police found the suspected gunman’s body near the restaurant.
U.S. job openings were unchanged at 6.9 million in March but hiring improved
U.S. job openings held steady at 6.87 million in March while hiring improved, though the Iran war threatens economic conditions ahead.
Hundreds of economists say ‘we must act now’ on AI’s economic impact and job displacement risks
Over 200 economists and AI researchers have signed an open letter urging institutions to act immediately on addressing artificial intelligence’s potential economic impact and job displacement risks.
Three arrested in fraud investigation at University of Greater Manchester
Three people have been arrested in connection with a fraud investigation at the University of Greater Manchester, involving allegations of fraud, bribery, and money laundering totaling over £1 million.
Pilot scheme in England to convert empty classrooms into community hubs
England is launching a pilot scheme to convert empty school classrooms into community facilities like youth clubs and health centers, with £2.1m funding for six local authorities.
‘Without this it’s all just tourists’: the fight to save Soho’s last primary school
Soho Parish C of E primary, the last remaining school in an area that once had 16, faces potential closure due to falling enrollment and pandemic-related disruptions, though community members are fighting to keep it open.
How the Trump administration’s new rules could affect international students
New Trump administration visa rules impose strict time limits on international student visas and restrict transfers, potentially affecting campus diversity and research programs.