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fromFortune
1 week ago

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's future is in doubt after disastrous loss in upper-house election

The Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its coalition partner Komeito targeted winning 50 seats in the recent election, but instead secured only around 41.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

BREAKING: Vote on controversial Brooklyn Marine Terminal Project postponed for third time

There have been positive developments in conversations between Task Force leadership and the state about bringing additional resources to the project.
Brooklyn
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Brad Lander Arrested by ICE at Immigration Court

"While escorting a defendant out of immigration court at 26 Federal Plaza, Brad was taken by masked agents and detained by ICE. This is still developing and we are monitoring the situation closely."
NYC politics
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Ministers on resignation watch list' over benefit cuts, Harman reveals

The Independent prioritizes unbiased reporting and accessible journalism over paywalls, focusing on crucial societal issues.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

What does Syria's sanctions relief mean for Lebanon? DW 05/16/2025

Aoun emphasized that Syria's stability would have a positive effect on Lebanon and the region as a whole, acknowledging the importance of recent US decisions.
SF politics
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Enbridge CEO 'completely enthused' by conversation around energy in Canada, U.S. | CBC News

I'm completely enthused about it," Greg Ebel told analysts on a conference call Friday to discuss the company's latest financial results.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

South Korea's ex-leader Han enters bid for presidency DW 05/02/2025

"For the future of the Republic of Korea, a country I deeply love, and for all of us, I have decided to do what I can," Han said.
US Elections
SF LGBT
Democratic Rep. Lauren Simmons criticized the GOP's LGBTQ+ policy ignorance in Texas, underscoring ongoing challenges for intersex individuals.
Hungary has enacted a law restricting LGBTQ+ events, increasing tensions and sparking protests.
Trump's nomination of an anti-trans urologist for a significant health position raises alarms within the LGBTQ+ community.
The Advocate fosters community through engaging trivia while reporting critical LGBTQ+ issues.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Italy sends rejected migrants to detention centers in Albania

Italian authorities are transferring 40 migrants without permission to stay in Italy to detention centers in Albania, marking a significant change in EU migration policy.
Europe news
San Francisco Giants
fromsfist.com
4 months ago

Day Around the Bay: Giants Win Opening Day Game With Ninth Inning Home Run

Emeryville Chevy's may transform into a Benihana if city permits are granted.
SFPD warns about scams targeting Chinese-Americans.
City College honors Harry Britt with a new building.
Elise Stefanik's UN nomination pulled amid party majority concerns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Austrian centrist parties reach deal to form government without far right

Austria's three centrist parties have formed a coalition government to counter the far-right Freedom Party's rise, focusing on economic recovery.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago

I.M.F. Says Inflation Fight Is Largely Over but Warns of New Threats

The International Monetary Fund noted that the global economy has avoided a recession despite central banks raising interest rates to combat inflation, indicating stability.
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