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Politics4d agoHow France's protests marked a turning point in the presidential raceWith less than six months to go before the election, the protest movement sparked by high school students has taken center stage. The government's inability to address the anger has made it a scapegoat, while the far-right Rassemblement National and the radical left La France Insoumise have been buoyed by the growing polarization.Le Monde [en]
Business4d agoYum! Brands temporarily closes all Taco Bell and KFC locations in Puerto RicoYum! Brands has temporarily closed all Taco Bell and KFC locations across Puerto Rico. This action impacts local business operations and consumer access to these establishments.Seeking Alpha Tech
Politics4d agoBJP rally leaves Hyderabad bus commuters strandedA rally organized by the BJP caused bus commuters in Hyderabad to become stranded. This event highlights the impact of political gatherings on urban transportation and daily life.The Hindu
World4d agoThe internet's latest obsession: The end of the worldThe world seems convinced the end is near — and social media is amplifying that belief, convincing people to stock up on food, water, generators and other items.Why it matters: Online chatter is fueling viral predictions of societal collapse amid growing unease about the future. But you're probably not going to die tomorrow.What they're saying: Michael Mills, a researcher at the University of Kent who has studied doomsday prepping for more than a decade, told Axios that modern doomsday fears aren't necessarily about a specific apocalyptic scenario."It's an overall reaction to uncertainty in moAxios
Military4d agoArmy contractor accused of posting classified videos onlineMilitary Times
Politics4d agoHaley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers, ditches far-left Abdul El-SayedUnsurprisingly, Democrats are furious, and are roundly denouncing her as a traitor.The Hill
World4d agoBolivia ProfileBolivia Profile One of Latin America's most impoverished nations, Bolivia is the world's third largest producer of coca after Colombia and Peru, and a key transit point for drugs. In addition to serving as an air bridge for Peruvian cocaine, Bolivia is home to foreign criminal organizations, particularly Colombian groups. A country with a historical record of political upheaval, the current presidency of Evo Morales has instilled a measure of stability since 2006, but placed the country at odds with the United States over counternarcotics strategy. Read more The post Bolivia Profile appeared fInSight Crime
Politics4d agoPolice must serve the State, which endures, and not the party in government, which changes: Madras High CourtThe observations were made while granting anticipatory bail to a 60-year-old Councillor, D. Sudha of the DMK, who had allegedly abused Chief Minister C. Joseph VijayThe Hindu
Politics4d agoAfrica-France: Rémy Rioux, what life after the AFD?Après dix ans à la tête de l’Agence française de développement (AFD), le haut fonctionnaire publie un livre-bilan pour défendre son action et l’héritage qu’il laisse. Parti en mai, Rémy Rioux entend toutefois continuer à peser sur les débats et les orientations de la finance du développement.Jeune Afrique
Politics4d agoSanction 2,000 Indiramma houses per Assembly constituency within a week: Telangana Housing MDThe Telangana Housing MD has directed the sanctioning of 2,000 Indiramma houses per Assembly constituency within one week. This reflects a government initiative to accelerate housing projects in the region.The Hindu
Politics4d agoHotesur-Los Sauces trial: revealed how the Kirchners "extracted more than $10 million from laundered money"In the third hearing of the oral process, the prosecution detailed the maneuver through which loans to the Kirchners' real estate company were simulated to justify the outflow of funds. According to the accusation, amounts originating from state contracts ended up financing personal expenses.Clarín
Politics4d agoWho Is Jason Turkish, Haley Stevens’s Fiancé?Mr. Turkish, 39, is a longtime Democratic donor and disability rights lawyer. He endorsed Republican Mike Rogers for U.S. Senate on Wednesday.NYT US
Business4d agoGasoline and diesel in Argentina rose in dollar terms above the Latin American averageBetween February and September, gasoline prices increased 16% in dollar terms in Argentina, compared to 9% of the regional average. Other countries applied greater intervention to contain price increases. YPF gained market share locally.Clarín
Business4d agoBlue Moon Metals nixes U.S. project acquisition dealBlue Moon Metals has cancelled an acquisition deal for a U.S. project, indicating a change in their business strategy or a halt to a planned expansion. This affects the company's asset portfolio and future operations.Seeking Alpha Tech
Conflict4d agoRussian bombing of Ukrainian aid centre kills 24 people: ZelenskyyAl Jazeera [en]
Politics4d agoJury Selection Begins in First Death-Penalty Case at Guantánamo BayA Saudi man is charged with the bombing of the U.S.S. Cole, which killed 17 American sailors in 2000.NYT US
Conflict4d agoADF neutralizes 139 drones, eight 'Banderol' missiles during Russian daytime attackUkrinform [en]
Politics4d agoUK to make some migrants wait 10 years to settle, eases rules for carersBritain watered down plans on Monday to impose long delays on immigrants seeking to receive permanent residence, announcing exemptions for hundreds of thousands of care workers to defuse a political outcry within the governing Labour ‌Party. The government had announced plans last year to require lower-skilled workers to wait 10 to 15 years to receive permanent residence, up from five years previously. But under the plans unveiled on Monday, it said hundreds of thousands of workers in the care...South China Morning Post
Cyber4d agoItalian Cybersecurity Agency issues alert over hacker attacks on supermarketsIncident notification from Tuscan company, attack detected on firm in Emilia-RomagnaANSA [en]
Cyber4d agoWar in Ukraine: hacked, the national alert application wrongly announces a nuclear attack on KyivLe Figaro International
Politics4d agoUS plans to exclude South Africa and Rwanda from Africa trade agreementWashington plans to exclude two African nations from a key trade agreement due to practices that do not meet established criteria. South Africa faces criticism for trade restrictions and Rwanda for human rights violations, intensifying tensions with the US.Clarín
Business4d agoNew York Attorney General fines Bloomberg News for its subscription termsThe New York Attorney General sanctioned a media company for failing to inform users about automatic subscription renewals with price increases. Users faced unannounced increases and difficulties canceling, leading to unexpected payments. The company will change its practices.Clarín
Politics4d agoAnbumani opposes proposed ₹5 hike in Aavin milk pricesPointing out that Aavin milk was considerably cheaper than products sold by private dairies, he said a ₹5 increase would amount to a hike of up to 12.5%The Hindu
Business4d agoApple reports after the bell. Options traders expect a big moveApple reports after the bell. Options traders expect a big move.CNBC