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Stefanik calls Blinken’s China trip ‘unacceptable’ following hacking.

House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik Criticizes Secretary of State Blinken’s Trip to China House Republican Conference Chair Elise Stefanik has renewed criticism of what she called an “unacceptable” trip to China by Secretary of State Antony Blinken last month. This criticism comes after reports that the State Department discovered a hack into official emails just as Blinken was about …

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UK politics faces crisis as controversies escalate.

UK politics faces crisis as controversies escalate.

Bloomberg UK Politics Podcast Browse all episodes Bloomberg UK Politics: In Hot Water Parliament goes on recess next week, which means summer is here! But Bloomberg Opinion columnist Lara Williams warns the UK hasn’t got the infrastructure to cope with climate change. Talking of infrastructure, the water industry is also feeling the heat. Our energy reporter Priscila Azevedo Rocha tells …

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McDowell’s team enters playoffs; championship hopes rise.

McDowell's team enters playoffs; championship hopes rise.

With only seven races remaining until the Cup playoffs begin, Travis Peterson, crew chief for Michael McDowell, sees the next four weeks as their playoff stretch. McDowell currently holds the final playoff spot, with six drivers within 44 points of him. However, Peterson acknowledges that McDowell has historically struggled at the upcoming tracks, making these four races critical. The tracks …

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US gives Ukraine cluster munitions despite global backlash.

US gives Ukraine cluster munitions despite global backlash.

Main Points: The Ukrainian armed forces have confirmed they received cluster munitions sent by the US. Ukraine announced they would follow five key principles in using the munitions, including only using them for de-occupation purposes and not in urban areas. Despite reassurances from Ukraine, several countries including US allies expressed concern over the US’s decision to provide cluster munitions. UN …

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Politics today, politics then — not much changed.

Politics today, politics then — not much changed.

Shakespeare’s Timeless Relevance Ben Johnson, a contemporary of William Shakespeare, famously stated, “He was not for an age, but for all time!” Even in our modern world, it is undeniable that Shakespeare’s oeuvre continues to have a profound impact. Despite the vast differences between Shakespeare’s era and our own, the legendary playwright’s work remains resonant. Richard III: A Timely Play …

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Biden deploys US reserve units to Europe.

Biden Orders Selective US Military Reserve Units To Active Duty For Deployment To Europe Biden Orders Selective US Military Reserve Units To Active Duty For Deployment To Europe The United States President, Joe Biden, has issued an order directing the activation of specific military reserve units for deployment to Europe. This decision aims to provide additional support to the ongoing …

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Sacramento Airport introduces direct flights to Miami.

Sacramento Airport introduces direct flights to Miami.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Warm and Humid Holiday Getaway Looking to escape to a warmer and more humid destination this holiday season? The Sacramento International Airport has exciting news for you. American Airlines will be launching nonstop flight service from Sacramento International Airport (SMF) to the Miami International Airport starting from December 21, 2023. Cindy Nichol, the director of the Sacramento …

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PMI to host webcast of Q2 2023.

Philip Morris International to Host Webcast of 2023 Second-Quarter Philip Morris International (PMI) has announced that it will be hosting a webcast for the 2023 second-quarter earnings results. This webcast is scheduled to take place on July 15, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Interested participants can access the webcast through PMI’s official website. Introduction Philip Morris International, a leading …

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Is UK politics regaining popularity?

Is UK politics regaining popularity?

The Evolving Business of Sports If the only thing you know about sports is who wins and who loses, you are missing the highest stakes action of all. The business owners that power this multibillion-dollar industry are experiencing a significant transformation, ushering in a new era in the business of sports. From media and technology to finance and real estate, …

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UK welcomes new investing platform with open arms.

Published: Jul. 13, 2023 at 4:00 AM EDT | Updated: 3 hours ago Public aims to offer UK investors a best-in-class experience for investing in US markets, with over 5,000 US-listed equities, advanced portfolio tools and data, with a transparent, low fee structure. LONDON , July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Public , a US-based multi-asset investing platform, launches today in …

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