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These Countries Embrace E.V.s to Avoid Oil Price Shocks
People in Costa Rica and other Latin American, Asian and African countries are increasingly buying electric vehicles to avoid spiking fuel prices. s…
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One Issue Uniting Democrats and Republicans? Worries About A.I.
The growing unease over artificial intelligence is something elements of the left and the right can agree on in a polarized age. from NYT > U.S. …
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NPR News: U.S. to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months
U.S. to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany in next 6-12 months The United States will withdraw about 5,000 troops from Germany, the Pentagon said Fr…
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Not Even Japanese Bathhouses Are Immune From Shocks of Iran War
High fuel costs are imperiling the Japanese sento, a long-declining industry that remains a vital social lifeline for the country’s isolated elderly.…
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NPR News: Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin's May 9 ceasefire proposal
Zelenskyy says he's seeking details of Putin's May 9 ceasefire proposal Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is seeking details of a shor…
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Why Countries Are Stocking Up on Gold
As risk has escalated, central banks have bought more gold to stash in reserve. A widening Middle East war could add to the urgency. source https://…
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NPR News: Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud
Trump says he is weighing reducing American troop presence in Germany after Iran feud President Trump suggested he could soon reduce the U.S. milita…
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Rising Fuel Prices Could Force Excruciating Choices on Economic Policies
The European Central Bank and Bank of England were expected to hold interest rates steady on Thursday while searching for signs of possible longer-te…
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NPR News: U.S. to issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday
U.S. to issue commemorative passports with Trump's picture for America's 250th birthday The State Department said that it is preparing a lim…
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NPR News: Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms
Australia moves to tax Meta, Google and TikTok to fund newsrooms Australia is proposing to tax Meta, Google and TikTok a proportion of their revenue…
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At State Dinner, King Charles Charms the Court of Trump
King Charles III presented President Trump with a golden bell. “Should you ever need to get hold of us,” the king said, “well, just give us a ring!” …
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NPR News: How the city with the most to lose in the Colorado River crisis is trying to adapt
How the city with the most to lose in the Colorado River crisis is trying to adapt Record low winter snows mean insufficient water in the Colorado R…
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NPR News: Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote
Violence escalates in Colombia with dozens of attacks before presidential vote A spate of attacks against civilians and military bases in Colombia&#…
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NPR News: Pompeii archaeologists use AI to reconstruct man killed in volcano's eruption
Pompeii archaeologists use AI to reconstruct man killed in volcano's eruption Archaeologists have used AI for the first time to digitally recons…
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For the Modern C.E.O., It’s All About Being ‘Resilient’
The ability to stay calm and lead through any kind of shock is the new normal for corporate executives. source https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/27/b…
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NPR News: Monte Coleman, who won 3 Super Bowls as a Washington linebacker, dies at age 68
Monte Coleman, who won 3 Super Bowls as a Washington linebacker, dies at age 68 The hard-nosed linebacker, who won three Super Bowls and later coach…
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The Rising Chinese Automaker Not Named BYD
Geely is challenging the giant BYD by adapting quickly to swings in demand and energy prices, seizing on interest in electric vehicles prompted by th…
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NPR News: For students labeled 'emotionally disturbed,' separation can lead to isolation
For students labeled 'emotionally disturbed,' separation can lead to isolation Every school has problem students, but some are labeled emoti…
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Confusion and Fright at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner After Shots Were Fired
A sense of danger spread like a wave among high-profile politicians and journalists as an emergency unfolded at the White House Correspondents’ Assoc…
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If On Shoes Are for Everyone, Are They Still Ons?
The company finds itself at a critical juncture that others have botched: How does it stay a brand for serious athletes while keeping up its breaknec…
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