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Apple Plans to Buy $75 Billion More of Its Own Stock
The New York Times - 1 May 2019 01:52
The company said it would add to its record returns to shareholders, most likely fueling an intensifying debate over corporate spending.
Japan's new emperor ascends to Chrysanthemum Throne in all-male ceremony
New York Post - 1 May 2019 05:13
Japan's new emperor ascended to the Chrysanthemum Throne in a ritual ceremony on Wednesday that barred women participants, including the new emperor's wife and daughter. Emperor Naruhito officially ascended to the throne...
'Game Of Thrones' Cinematographer Defends Dark Battle Of Winterfell
Deadline - 1 May 2019 05:40
Game of Thrones cinematographer Fabian Wagner says there’s a reason some fans found Sunday night’s episode of the HBO drama too tinted for easy viewing — your TV. "A lot of the problem is that a lot of people don't...
How to Fight Sexual Harassment at Work? Empower Women Workers through Trade Unions
Human Rights Watch - 1 May 2019 14:57
Expand A worker inside a garment factory in Tamil Nadu, India. India passed a law governing sexual harassment at the workplace in 2013. The Indian government can play a leadership role in advocating for a binding ILO Con...
North Korea warns of 'unintended consequences' for US over denuclearization
New York Post - 1 May 2019 05:47
A North Korean official warned on Tuesday that the US would face “unintended consequences” if Washington did not change their policy toward the country’s denuclearization, a report said. The comments from North Kor...
Cricket player sentenced to five years for sickening rape contest
New York Post - 1 May 2019 00:20
A cricket player who raped a woman as part of a sick contest with a British teammate to see who could sleep with the most people was sentenced to five years in prison Tuesday. UK Judge Jim Tindal slammed 23-year-old Alex...
The Libertarian Movement to Build Independent Nations on Floating Platforms Has Hit a Few Snags
Slate - 1 May 2019 17:58
Milton Friedman's grandson, an advocate of seasteading, discusses a couple charged with violating Thailand's national sovereignty.
White House closely monitoring situation in Venezuela
CBSNews - 1 May 2019 05:59
The White House says President Trump is closely monitoring a "very serious situation" in Venezuela. Politico White House correspondent and associate editor, Anita Kumar; and Bloomberg national political reporter, Sahil K...
Pastor Of Anti-Gay Church In New York Accused Of Abusing Teens
Black America Web - 1 May 2019 20:40
A lengthy investigative piece published by the Huffington Post explores the allegations of sexual and physical abuse against the students from Atlah World Missionary Church, the infamous Harlem-based church run by Pastor...
Husband of 'Saudi Rosa Parks' arrested amid crackdown on activists
New York Post - 1 May 2019 16:33
The husband of Saudi Arabia’s “Rosa Parks” has been arrested amid a crackdown in the kingdom on those supportive of women’s rights. Ayman al-Drees, 31, quietly backed his New York-based wife, feminist Malak al-Sh...
Wealthy California couple pleads guilty in college admissions scandal
USA Today - 1 May 2019 16:28Students killed in UNCC shooting identified
CBSNews - 1 May 2019 16:26
A motive is not yet apparent in the shooting
Guaido faces test with call for 'largest march' in Venezuela history
Reuters - 1 May 2019 16:26
Opposition leader Juan Guaido faced a key test of support on Wednesday after calling for the "largest march" in Venezuela's history to try to dislodge President Nicolas Maduro, even as the military has so far resisted ca...
Mueller Pushed Twice for Barr to Release Report's Summaries
The New York Times - 1 May 2019 16:21
Robert S. Mueller III wrote that "there is now public confusion about critical aspects of the results of our investigation."
These 4 comments from senators provide a glimpse of what to expect from William Barr's testimony
The Week - 1 May 2019 16:07
Attorney General William Barr's testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee about Special Counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into 2016 Russian election interference and the Trump campaign's conduct surrounding th...
Daniel Jacobs tale of the tape: Career record, highlights, age, height
Sporting News - 1 May 2019 16:05
Who is Daniel Jacobs? Here's everything to know about the man people in boxing feel can beat Saul "Canelo" Alvarez on Saturday, May 4, live and exclusively on DAZN.
Japan welcomes Reiwa 'New Year' with hopes for peace, prosperity
Reuters - 1 May 2019 06:00
Japan welcomed the start of a new Reiwa imperial era and a new emperor on Wednesday in a festive New Year mood, with hopes for peace and prosperity.
EPA appoints Gregory Sopkin as Region 8 Administrator
U.S. EPA - 1 May 2019 06:00
DENVER -- Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler announced the appointment of Gregory Sopkin of Colorado to become regional administrator for Region 8. Mr.
Berlusconi suffers intestinal blockage, undergoes surgery
Miami Herald - 1 May 2019 05:53
Former Italian Premier Silvio Berlusconi has undergone laparoscopic surgery for an intestinal obstruction. Berlusconi's office said late Tuesday the surgery was successful and that the 82-year-old media mogul would be �...
NZ media to avoid white supremacist views at Christchurch trial
Al Jazeera English - 1 May 2019 05:53
Leading organisations say they are aware Tarrant might try to use trial to promote white supremacist or terrorist views.
Gunman kills two, injures four at University of North Carolina, Charlotte
Reuters - 1 May 2019 05:51
A gunman reported to have been a student opened fire in a building at the University of North Carolina's Charlotte campus on Tuesday, killing two people and wounding four others, three of them critically, officials said.
'Move Over, MAGA!' Colbert Mocks Biden's Awkward Response To Trump's Slogan
The Huffington Post - 1 May 2019 04:52
The "Late Show" host tries to fit Biden's reply on a red cap.