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Left-wing politics

Biden administration sending $1B in new munitions to Israel

The Biden administration is sending over $1 billion in arms and ammunition to Israel, including tank ammunition, tactical vehicles, and mortar rounds. [ more ]

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2 weeks ago

Left-wing politics

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu to address US Congress on July 24 amid Gaza war

US Congress invites Israeli PM amidst global criticism of Gaza war. [ more ]

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6 days ago

Left-wing politics

Bernie Sanders Tears Into Netanyahu Ahead of Congressional Address: He Is Beholden to Extreme Racists in Israel'

Sanders criticized Netanyahu for extreme actions, calling for an end to offensive military aid to Israel. [ more ]

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#tiktok

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Marketing

It's just not hitting like it used to': TikTok was in its flop era before it got banned in the US

TikTok under threat of US ban if not sold to American company within a year. [ more ]

The Verge

Marketing

Anyone want to buy TikTok?

TikTok faces potential outcomes: sue and win, shutdown, or sale by ByteDance within a year after US Congress passes a bill banning TikTok. [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

Biden reiterates US concerns over TikTok ownership to Xi Jinping

President Biden wants a change in ownership of TikTok for national security

US Congress debates banning TikTok unless it separates from Chinese owners [ more ]

The Verge

Privacy professionals

Senators push to declassify TikTok briefings

Growing bipartisan calls for declassification of TikTok briefings to address national security concerns.

Evidence shared in briefings suggests TikTok poses risks to democratic institutions and national security through user data manipulation. [ more ]

BBC News

Privacy professionals

Is TikTok really a danger to the West?

China opposes US ban on TikTok

Data collection concerns about TikTok [ more ]

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Marketing

TikTok and geopolitics

TikTok faces potential U.S. ban due to national security concerns

Bipartisan support for TikTok sale in the U.S. Congress [ more ]

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Marketing

It's just not hitting like it used to': TikTok was in its flop era before it got banned in the US

TikTok under threat of US ban if not sold to American company within a year. [ more ]

The Verge

Marketing

Anyone want to buy TikTok?

TikTok faces potential outcomes: sue and win, shutdown, or sale by ByteDance within a year after US Congress passes a bill banning TikTok. [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

Biden reiterates US concerns over TikTok ownership to Xi Jinping

President Biden wants a change in ownership of TikTok for national security

US Congress debates banning TikTok unless it separates from Chinese owners [ more ]

The Verge

Privacy professionals

Senators push to declassify TikTok briefings

Growing bipartisan calls for declassification of TikTok briefings to address national security concerns.

Evidence shared in briefings suggests TikTok poses risks to democratic institutions and national security through user data manipulation. [ more ]

BBC News

Privacy professionals

Is TikTok really a danger to the West?

China opposes US ban on TikTok

Data collection concerns about TikTok [ more ]

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Marketing

TikTok and geopolitics

TikTok faces potential U.S. ban due to national security concerns

Bipartisan support for TikTok sale in the U.S. Congress [ more ]

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World news

What does Taiwan get from the foreign aid bill and why is the US economy among the biggest winners?

President Tsai Ing-wen praises US Congress for passing foreign aid package supporting Taiwan amid China's disapproval. [ more ]

#ukraine

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Europe news

Ukraine wins bipartisan US support, strikes Russia from afar

Approval of $60.8bn military aid for Ukraine lifts spirits and enables successes against Russian targets. [ more ]

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Europe news

Ukraine warned they're facing a 'bleak outlook' as they have six months left

Ukraine faces significant challenges as Russian forces advance, requiring urgent military aid to prevent falling to Putin's control. [ more ]

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Europe news

Ukraine updates: US and Ukraine FMs say aid package 'urgent' DW 04/18/2024

US and Ukraine emphasize the urgent need for Congress to pass a military aid package for Kyiv. [ more ]

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Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war: who will finance Ukraine's defence?

US Congress plans to split $95bn aid bill into four separate bills, focusing on Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other priorities. [ more ]

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Europe news

Without More Aid, Ukraine Could Lose the War, U.S. General Says

Ukraine's need for more ammunition is critical to avoid losing the war with Russia

The United States plays a significant role in providing artillery shells and air-defense interceptors to Ukrainian forces [ more ]

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Austin

Ukraine updates: US won't let Kyiv fail, says Pentagon chief DW 03/19/2024

US is committed to helping Ukraine resist Russian aggression

$60 billion aid bill for Ukraine facing opposition in US Congress [ more ]

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Europe news

Ukraine wins bipartisan US support, strikes Russia from afar

Approval of $60.8bn military aid for Ukraine lifts spirits and enables successes against Russian targets. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Europe news

Ukraine warned they're facing a 'bleak outlook' as they have six months left

Ukraine faces significant challenges as Russian forces advance, requiring urgent military aid to prevent falling to Putin's control. [ more ]

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Europe news

Ukraine updates: US and Ukraine FMs say aid package 'urgent' DW 04/18/2024

US and Ukraine emphasize the urgent need for Congress to pass a military aid package for Kyiv. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war: who will finance Ukraine's defence?

US Congress plans to split $95bn aid bill into four separate bills, focusing on Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and other priorities. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Europe news

Without More Aid, Ukraine Could Lose the War, U.S. General Says

Ukraine's need for more ammunition is critical to avoid losing the war with Russia

The United States plays a significant role in providing artillery shells and air-defense interceptors to Ukrainian forces [ more ]

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Austin

Ukraine updates: US won't let Kyiv fail, says Pentagon chief DW 03/19/2024

US is committed to helping Ukraine resist Russian aggression

$60 billion aid bill for Ukraine facing opposition in US Congress [ more ]

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Europe news

US Congress reconvenes as Ukraine aid remains stalled DW 04/09/2024

US Congress reconvenes with focus on $60B aid package for Ukraine

Republican internal opposition threatens approval of aid package [ more ]

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Europe news

UK Foreign Secretary to urge US speaker to back help for Ukraine

Cameron urges U.S. lawmakers to approve aid for Ukraine, highlighting the importance of Western security.

A $95 billion aid package for Ukraine facing delays in Congress due to differing views among conservatives and Republicans. [ more ]

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Left-wing politics

Congress Continues UNRWA Funding Cut Until 2025, Enforcing Famine in Gaza

Congress bans UNRWA funding until 2025

Gaza facing a looming famine [ more ]

Truthout

Left-wing politics

Sanders, Democrats Introduce Bill to Guarantee Workers Paid Time Off

The US lacks a federal guarantee for paid time off for workers, unlike other wealthy countries.

The Protected Time Off Act introduced by congressional Democrats aims to provide workers with a minimum of two weeks of paid leave annually. [ more ]

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US politics

US Congressional leaders reach spending bill agreement to avert government shutdown

Congress is preparing to approve the last package of spending legislation to avoid a government shutdown.

Details of the funding deal, including for the Department of Homeland Security, have not been disclosed. [ more ]

WIRED

Marketing

The House Passed the Bill That Could Ban TikTok-and It Wasn't Close

The US House of Representatives voted to essentially ban TikTok unless Chinese-owned, citing security concerns.

TikTok users mobilized to influence Congress, showcasing the app's power over user behavior. [ more ]

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Web design

Ex-Halo composer goes into politics, of course his campaign site looks like a rejected sci-fi main menu design

Marty O'Donnell, co-composer of Halo and Destiny soundtracks, is running for US Congress as a Republican in Nevada.

O'Donnell's campaign platform includes tightening border security and promoting traditional family values. [ more ]

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4 months ago

Europe news

Opinion | The Best Case for Ukraine Aid

Russia hawks' initial beliefs challenged in first year, realists and doves prevailing in the second year

Division in U.S. Congress over aid to Ukraine amidst changing dynamics in the conflict [ more ]

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5 months ago

Europe news

Russia-Ukraine war live: US state department calls on Congress to act swiftly' to resume flow of aid to Kyiv

US Congress urged to renew aid to Ukraine

President Biden prioritizes backing Ukraine [ more ]

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Europe news

Alexei Navalny Appears to Be Lost in Russian Prison System

Navalny may be transferred to a harsh prison colony in Russia

His location is currently unknown [ more ]

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Washington Post

Artificial intelligence

Congress and EU diverge on AI policy, as Brussels races to reach a deal

Policymakers in Brussels are negotiating regulations on AI, while U.S. lawmakers express concerns about the EU's heavy-handed approach.

The EU's AI legislation faces uncertainty due to lobbying and opposition from France, Germany, and Italy. [ more ]

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Europe news

Belarusian Leader Lukashenka Discusses Cooperation And Ukraine With Chinese President Xi

Exiled Belarusian opposition leader Svyatlana Tsikhanouskaya called on U.S. lawmakers to support the Belarusian democracy movement and tighten sanctions on Lukashenka.

Tsikhanouskaya urged U.S. lawmakers to urge the International Criminal Court to investigate Lukashenka for the deportation of Ukrainian children to Belarus and increase military aid to Ukraine. [ more ]

Washington Post

Artificial intelligence

Congress and EU diverge on AI policy, as Brussels races to reach a deal

Policymakers in Brussels are negotiating regulations on AI, while U.S. lawmakers express concerns about the EU's heavy-handed approach.

The EU's AI legislation faces uncertainty due to lobbying and opposition from France, Germany, and Italy. [ more ]

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