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Spain's cybersecurity investigator to quiz grid operator over blackouts
The Spanish government has demanded energy companies provide data to explain "every millisecond" of a massive loss of power generation that disconnected the country's electricity.
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Big Tech's rocky 100 days
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Trump's first 100 days prove rocky for Big Tech The world’s biggest tech firms have been left scrambling to adjust to the tumultuous first 100 days of President Trump’s second term, despite their efforts to cozy up to the president and his tech-heavy administration. Chip Somodevilla/Pool Photo via...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Sen. Slotkin says Democrats need to get ‘Alpha energy’ and fight for middle class
As Democrats grapple with President Trump’s first 100 days in office, they also contend with a minority in both the House and Senate. Looking ahead at the long road to the 2026 midterm elections, some Democrats are hoping to shape the party’s messaging and platform well before then. Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin has been laying out her strategy and joined Geoff Bennett to discuss it further.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:5 ways Trump reshaped energy and environment policy in his first 100 days
President Trump made “unleashing American energy” a cornerstone of his platform on the campaign trail and a focus of the first 100 days of his second term. He has made his priorities in how to accomplish that goal clear, repeating a slogan of “drill, baby, drill” and making moves to boost fossil fuels while going after renewable...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:4 ways Trump has stunted abortion access
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story How abortion rights have been chipped away under Trump President Trump has gradually worn away at abortion access in the first 100 days of his second term. Greg Nash Trump committed to leaving decisions on abortion access...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump loses ground in Ohio, with 44 percent calling term 'worse than expected' so far: Survey
President Trump has lost some ground in Ohio, with 44 percent of respondents calling his second term “worse than expected” so far, according to a new survey. In the Bowling Green State University/YouGov survey of Ohio registered voters, 47 percent of respondents said that they either “strongly approve” or “somewhat approve” when it comes to...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Spain’s antitrust watchdog approves BBVA’s €11bn hostile bid for Sabadell
Government will now have final say on deal that could make banks a force in Spanish loan market
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Ex-CIA Operative Exploited Diplomatic Immunity to Sexually Assault Women in Mexico, Documents Reveal
Newly released U.S. Department of Justice documents expose how Brian Jeffrey Raymond, a former CIA collaborator and U.S. diplomat, used his official status to drug and assault at least 28 women across Mexico and other countries. Related: Mexico and U.S. To Discuss Security Cooperation Brian Jeffrey Raymond, a former CIA operative and U.S. embassy official […]
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Netanyahu thanks Hungary for withdrawing from the ICC as ICJ hearings unfold
Netanyahu thanks Hungary for withdrawing from the ICC as ICJ hearings unfold Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu thanked Hungary on X for withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Wednesday. The ICC issuedarrest warrants for Netanyahu and his former defence minister Yoav Gallant for “war crimes” committed in the Gaza Strip in November 2024. Hungary announced its decision to withdraw from the ICC...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Dems try to pin down Hegseth
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Dems try to pin down Hegseth House Armed Services Committee Democrats have attempted to hold Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth accountable for numerous Pentagon scandals, but to no avail. AP During the Tuesday markup of the $150...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:A look at the partnership between Vietnam and the U.S. 50 years after the fall of Saigon
Vietnam marked the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon and the unification of the country under Communist rule after decades of war. From the ashes, the U.S. and Vietnam now enjoy close relations, due in no small part to American veterans who sought to revive a country they once helped destroy. Nick Schifrin reports.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Chinese retaliation to hurt Trump ag, fossil fuels support bases
US ports are now starting to see scheduled shipments from China decline as the result of Donald Trump’s 145% tariffs on Chinese goods. The port of Los Angeles, the biggest port for Chinese goods in the US, is predicting scheduled shipments in early May to be about a third lower than the same time last […] The post Chinese retaliation to hurt Trump ag, fossil fuels support bases appeared first on Asia Times.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US and Ukraine sign agreement creating investment fund
Kyiv and Washington have signed a deal to develop mineral resources after months of negotiations.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Meta shares rise on stronger-than-expected revenue for first quarter
Meta rose as much as 5% after the company reported stronger-than-expected revenue in the first quarter.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:FirstFT: Shein considers US restructuring as trade war threatens London IPO plans
Also in today’s newsletter, Singapore’s upcoming election, and Chinese investors pile into gold funds
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US and Ukraine sign minerals deal, tying Trump to Kyiv
The US president says an American presence on the ground will ‘keep a lot of bad actors out of the country’.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US, Ukraine sign mineral deal
The United States and Ukraine signed their long-awaited mineral deal on Wednesday according to the Treasury Department. “As the President has said, the United States is committed to helping facilitate the end of this cruel and senseless war,” Treasury Department Secretary Scott Bessent said in a statement on the signing. “This agreement signals clearly to...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US, Ukraine sign resources deal two months after Oval Office clash
The US and Ukraine sign an agreement to create a "reconstruction investment fund", two months after initial plans to sign a wartime deal were shelved when the countries' leaders spectacularly clashed in the Oval Office.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:'Dancing to their tune': What Australia's neighbours want after this election
Almost everyone has an opinion on Australia in the Pacific's capitals. Their leaders and civil society groups will watch its election result closely.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:US urges India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions
Secretary of state Marco Rubio expresses growing concern about conflict in after Kashmir attack that killed 26 people
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Vance: Russia, Ukraine face 'very big gulf' in peace plan demands
Vice President Vance said Russia and Ukraine both face a “very big gulf” as the two countries make demands to negotiate to end the war. Vance sat for an interview with Fox News Digital, highlighting the Trump administration’s foreign policy efforts and attempts to end the war. President Trump has sought to cease fighting and...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Meta executive apologizes after conservative activist Robby Starbuck sues over AI chatbot responses
A Meta executive apologized to lobbyist Robby Starbuck on behalf of the company’s artificial intelligence (AI) engine spreading false information about the conservative activist known for his opposition to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts. “Robby – I watched your video – this is unacceptable. This is clearly not how our AI should operate. We’re sorry for the...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:'Sleeping power': The untapped voters that could help decide key seats
Indigenous voters around the country could, mathematically at least, decide some of Australia’s closest seats this election.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Watch live: NewsNation's Cuomo hosts townhall with Trump, Stephen A. Smith
President Trump and sports commentator Stephen A. Smith are set to participate in a town hall Wednesday evening hosted by NewsNation's Chris Cuomo. The town hall comes a day after Trump marked his 100th day back in the Oval Office, will also feature other notable Republicans and Democrats, including former Fox News host Bill O'Reilly,...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Rescuers fed up with tourists risking lives for selfies at coastal cliff
Authorities say visitors are putting their lives in danger by going beyond the safety barriers to take photos at the Gap, a popular tourist site near Albany in WA.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Barcelona and Inter Milan share 3-3 thriller in Champions League semifinal
Lamine Yamal scores once and hits the bar twice while helping Barcelona recover from two down in first leg in Spain.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Ukraine updates: Washington, Kyiv sign economic deal
Ukraine and the United States have signed a long-awaited "reconstruction investment" agreement allowing US access to Ukrainian natural resources, the US Treasury Department has announced. DW has more.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:When is the 2025 Australia election date? Everything you need to know about early voting, how to apply for a postal vote, what to do if you are overseas and more
Early voting in the Australian federal election begins on Tuesday 22 April. Find out everything you need to know before Australia goes to the polls on 3 May, 2025Polls tracker; Interactive seat explorerParty policies; Micro parties explained; Full election coverageGet our afternoon election email, free app or daily news podcast Continue reading...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Australian federal election poll tracker: Labor v Coalition latest opinion polls results
Who will win? Find out who’s up, who’s down and which party is leading in the latest poll results. See how the next federal election is shaping up with Guardian Australia’s statistical model, which combines all opinion polls to get a better estimate of the two-party preferred voteWant to get an email when we publish significant polling updates? Sign up for our newsletter hereElection guide; Interactive seat...
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:'We don't care': A defiant China looks beyond Trump's America
Chinese exporters tell the BBC if the US doesn't want their goods, "other countries have money" to buy them.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Sinner considered quitting tennis during doping controversy
Men's world number one Jannik Sinner admits he thought about walking away from tennis prior to accepting a three-month doping ban earlier this year.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:South Australia's History Festival launches with nearly 600 events
With a hub based at heritage-listed Ayers House, South Australia's History Festival begins today and runs for the month of May.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump calls China the 'chief-ripper-offer' on trade, with no sign of direct talks
Trump also appeared to be unmoved by the idea that American consumers will face empty store shelves if his trade war drags on.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:More than 2,300 people, including 600 children, have been killed in Israeli attacks in last six weeks
More than 2,300 people, including 600 children, have been killed in Israeli attacks in last six weeks Israeli attacks have killed 2,308 people and wounded 5,973 people since Israel broke the ceasefire on March 18, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry. The Palestinian Centre for Human Rights said among those killed were 595 children and 308 women.
Published on: April 30, 2025 | Source:Trump's Executive Order on School Discipline Clashes With What Research Says Works
While the Trump administration has been adamant that power over education decisions needs to rest with states, one of the president’s latest executive ...
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