Republican anger clouds Zelensky-Biden ‘victory plan’ meeting from the BBC
Ukraine’s leader was due at the White House, while a feud escalated over a trip to an arms factory.Read More
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NYC mayor charged with taking bribes and illegal campaign funds from the BBC
Eric Adams is accused of illegally accepting foreign campaign donations and $100,000 in luxury travel benefits from Turkish nationals.Read More
Over 90,000 people in Lebanon had to flee Israel’s bombardments this week from NPR Jane Arraf
With Israel and Hezbollah locked in the fiercest fighting in decades, many Lebanese have taken refuge in schools, hotels and other shelters. (Image credit: Houssam Shbaro) Read More
Can diplomacy bring Middle East ceasefire? Early signs don’t bode well from the BBC
The new plan packages up a series of regional objectives that have remained out of reach for diplomats for nearly two decades.Read More
Zillow will now show climate risks for property listings in the US from the Verge Andrew Liszewski
Zillow will now display climate risks and make insurance recommendations for listings in the US. | Image: Zillow Zillow has announced that its real estate property listings in the US will soon feature details about climate risks, including the potential for wildfires, flooding, extreme temperatures, high winds, and poor air quality. Buyers will also see…
Israel striking Hezbollah with ‘full force’ despite ceasefire calls from the BBC
More than 600 people have been killed by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon since Monday, health officials say.Read More
The best smartphone you can buy for under $500 from the Verge Allison Johnson
You can get a great device for less than $500 these days if you know how to pick your priorities. | Image: The Verge You can’t have everything at this price, but you can get a great smartphone. Whether you want an iPhone, a 120Hz screen, or water resistance, you’ve got options. Continue reading… Read…
Have economists gone out of fashion in Washington? from NPR Greg Rosalsky
Once the high priests of policy, economists may now be seeing lower demand. But who’s taking their place? Read More
ExxonMobil sued over plastic pollution. And, nearly 500 killed in Israeli strikes from NPR Brittney Melton
California is suing ExxonMobil for allegedly misleading the public for decades about the recyclability of plastic. And, Israeli strikes in Lebanon yesterday left nearly 500 people dead. (Image credit: Rabih Daher) Read More
How Trump and Vance’s tour of dude influencers might help them win from NPR Danielle Kurtzleben
Donald Trump has spent the last several months speaking with popular male influencers and podcasters like Logan Paul and Theo Von. The appearances are part of a strategy to turn out young men. (Image credit: Screenshot of Adin Ross’ video) Read More