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27 Nisan 2024

Orange crush: Boats packed with revelers tour Amsterdam canals to celebrate the king's birthday

Decked in the national orange color, dancing to music, and eating orange-glazed pastries, many in the Netherlands are marking King’s Day, celebrating the monarch’s birthday who is enjoying a slight rise in popularity as per a national...

British troops may be tasked with delivering Gaza aid, BBC report says

The BBC is reporting that British troops may be tasked with delivering aid to Gaza from an offshore pier now under construction by the U.S. military

A tornado strikes the southern China metropolis of Guangzhou

Chinese media say a tornado has struck southern China’s Guangzhou city during a severe rain and hail storm

Pro-Palestinian students have peacefully evacuated prestigious Paris university campus building

Students in Paris inspired by Gaza solidarity encampments at campuses in the United States have peacefully evacuated a campus building at a prestigious French university after days of tensions

Putin’s War Will Soon Reach Russians’ Tax Bills

Russia’s president has signaled an increase in income and corporate taxes that will help finance the war. The move reflects his firm control over Russian policy.

‘Decisions Under Fire’: Campuses Try a Mix of Tactics as Protests Grow

Some colleges that initiated police crackdowns on pro-Palestinian protests have since taken a different tack. Others have defended the move. Hundreds have been arrested.

How Trump’s Rhetoric at Rallies Has Escalated

No major American presidential candidate has talked like he now does at his rallies — not Richard Nixon, not George Wallace, not even Donald Trump himself.

Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as possible Rafah offensive looms

Hamas says it is reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as Egypt intensifies efforts to broker a deal to end the months-long war and stave off a possible Israeli ground offensive into the southern Gaza city of Rafah

Russia renews attacks on the Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones at southern Russia

Russia has launched a barrage of missiles against Ukraine directed at energy facilities

‘The Interview’ Podcast: Anne Hathaway

On the debut of ‘The Interview,' the actress talks to David Marchese about learning to let go of other people’s opinions.

How a Friendship Helped J.D. Vance Land on Trump’s VP List

The Ohio senator and Donald Trump Jr. have bonded politically and personally. It’s a relationship that could factor into the former president’s search for a running mate.

At F.C. Porto, a Toxic Presidential Race Feels Typical for 2024

A powerful incumbent and a popular rival highlight an election that has already featured fights, arrests and accusations of intimidation.

The US and China talk past each other on most issues, but at least they’re still talking

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken wrapped up his just-concluded latest visit to China with a stop at a Beijing record store where he bought albums by Taylor Swift and Chinese rocker Dou Wei in a symbolic nod to cross-cultural exchanges and...

David Pecker testimony at Trump trial reveals the seedy underbelly of his tabloid journalism

Former National Enquirer publisher David Pecker’s testimony in Donald Trump’s hush money trial this week revealed the underhanded tactics his publication used to defend the former president, flagrantly violating not only mainstream journalism...

Lions trade up, draft cornerback Terrion Arnold

Tim Twentyman The reshaping of Detroit's secondary this offseason has extended into the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.The Lions traded up from No. 29 to No. 24 with the Dallas Cowboys to select Alabama cornerback Terrion Arnold, 21, who some...

Joan Didion’s Best Books: A Guide

Her distinctive prose and sharp eye were tuned to an outsider’s frequency, telling us about ourselves in essays that are almost reflexively skeptical. Here’s where to start.

Echoing Their Client, Trump’s Lawyers Pursue an Absolutist Defense

Donald J. Trump demands praise and insists on total innocence, robbing his lawyers of time-honored defense tactics.

Disillusionment plagues young Latinos who could decide the 2024 race in battleground states

Interviews with nearly two dozen young Latino students on college campuses in battleground states revealed many are uninterested in backing the two main candidates.

Eagles select OLB Jalyx Hunt with the 94th overall pick

by Fran Duffy & Chris McPherson After twice trading back to add more draft capital for this year, the Eagles closed out their second night of the 2024 NFL Draft by selecting outside linebacker Jalyx Hunt out of Houston Christian with the 94th...

South Africa remembers an historic election every April 27. Here's why this year is so poignant

South Africans celebrate their “Freedom Day” every April 27

White House plans to limit Biden's graduation speeches as campuses erupt in protests

WASHINGTON — Amid growing protests on college campuses by pro-Palestinian demonstrators, the White House is planning for President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris to have a minimal presence for a traditional rite of spring: delivering...

Terry Fontenot reflects on heavy defensive Day 2 of 2024 NFL Draft

The Falcons drafted defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro and outside linebacker Bralen Trice during the second day of the draft in Detroit. Terrin Waack FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Atlanta Falcons defense went 2-for-2 on Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft, and...

Long lines form and frustration grows as Cuba runs short of cash

Alejandro Fonseca stood in line for several hours outside a bank in Havana hoping to withdraw Cuban pesos from an ATM

Long lines form and frustration grows as Cuba runs short of cash

Alejandro Fonseca stood in line for several hours outside a bank in Havana hoping to withdraw Cuban pesos from an ATM