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Washington Examinerpolitics7 hrs ago
Justice Department opinion finds EEOC disparate impact policies unconstitutional
The Department of Justice issued a 25-page opinion this week stating that EEOC disparate impact policies violate the Constitution by pressuring employers into race-based decisions. The opinion cites recent Supreme Court rulings and could influence future litigation.
info.gov.hkworld7 hrs ago
Liechtenstein rowing team to compete in Hong Kong dragon boat race
A team from the landlocked European microstate will take part in Hong Kong's Dragon Boat Festival on June 19. The event is one of the city's largest annual sporting and cultural gatherings.
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tass.comtechnology7 hrs ago
Russian National Extradited to U.S. and Charged With Conspiracy in Void Blizzard Hacking Case
Denis Obrezko, 36, appeared in federal court in Boston on Tuesday after extradition from Thailand. Prosecutors charged him with conspiracy to commit unauthorized access to a protected computer.
thehindu.compolitics7 hrs ago
Britain Returns One Asylum Seeker to Ireland Since 2020 Deal
A Sudanese migrant charged with attempted murder in Belfast entered Britain after crossing from Ireland and received leave to remain under a fast-track scheme. The 2020 returns agreement has produced one removal in either direction.
financialpost.combusiness7 hrs ago
European Commission Pledges €5 Billion for North African Renewables
The European Commission announced €5 billion in funding for renewable energy projects in North Africa and the Middle East. The initiative aims to develop at least 15 gigawatts of new capacity by 2035 and attract up to €25 billion in total investment.
link.springer.comscience7 hrs ago
Nature Paper Identifies Direct Physical Link Between Mitochondrial and Nuclear Pore Proteins
Menendez-Montes et al. report that RANBP2 on nuclear pores interacts with VDAC1 on mitochondria to move energy metabolites into the nucleus during cell differentiation.
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citizen.co.zabusiness8 hrs ago
SLB Signs Long-Term Contract With Venezuela’s PDVSA to Modernize Oil Industry After U.S. Effective Takeover
SLB will supply technology and AI tools to reverse production declines. Venezuela’s May exports reached a seven-year high of 1.25 million barrels per day.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics8 hrs ago
Trump Calls Democratic Senate Nominee Platner ‘Thug’ and ‘Pig’ Citing His Past Inflammatory Posts, Nazi-linked Tattoo and Explicit Texts
President Donald Trump criticized Democratic nominee Graham Platner during a June 10, 2026, bill-signing event in the Oval Office. The remarks came one day after Platner secured the Democratic nomination for the Maine Senate race.
New York Postpolitics8 hrs ago
Children’s Educator Ms. Rachel Visits Newark Immigration Detention Facility, Shares Activist Messages
Rachel Griffin Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, visited Delaney Hall in Newark on Monday and posted videos and messages urging an end to family detention.
france24.comworld8 hrs ago
World's Largest and Deepest Whale Graveyard Discovered in Indian Ocean Fracture Zone
@CBSNews reported that researchers catalogued 485 fossils along a 1,200-kilometer corridor at depths up to 7,000 meters. The study, published June 10 in Nature, also identified a new extinct whale species.
The Independentworld8 hrs ago
U.S. Contractor Cooperates With Italian Probe Into Milan Consulate Labor Payments
Foreign workers building a new $350 million U.S. Consulate in Milan say they received as little as $1.80 an hour after being promised far higher wages. Italian authorities arrested two Caddell Construction managers and are investigating the Alabama firm for labor exploitation.
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reviewjournal.comsports16 hrs ago
Red Wings Captain Dylan Larkin Requests Trade to Vegas, Minnesota or Florida After 10 Straight Seasons Without Playoffs
Larkin submitted a three-team list after his 11th season in Detroit. He has five years remaining on an eight-year, $69.6 million contract.
reviewjournal.comsports16 hrs ago
Minnesota Wild sign Michael McCarron to six-year, $20 million contract
The Minnesota Wild signed center Michael McCarron to a six-year, $20 million contract on Tuesday. The deal runs through the 2031-32 season and carries an average annual value of $3.33 million against the salary cap.
ocregister.comai16 hrs ago
Anthropic Pledges $200 Million for AI Economic Impact Research
Anthropic announced a $200 million Economic Futures Research Fund to study AI-driven job displacement and proposed policy responses including data tracking and potential universal basic income. The move follows similar statements from OpenAI and comes as the U.S. unemployment rat…
MarketWatchai16 hrs ago
Oracle Beats Earnings Expectations but Faces Wall Street Concerns Over Rising AI Costs as Pipeline Hits $638 Billion
Oracle exceeded earnings expectations and expanded its contract pipeline to $638 billion. Analysts raised questions about the company's growing AI-related expenses.
usatoday.comsports16 hrs ago
Quarterback signs record contract during injury recovery
A quarterback agreed to a record-setting contract extension while still recovering from an injury. The deal was reported by two NFL Network insiders.
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The Hollywood Reporterbusiness16 hrs ago
Hollywood Unions Reach Four-Year Labor Deals With Studios
The Directors Guild of America finalized a tentative four-year contract on Tuesday. Three other major unions also concluded agreements without strikes or public disputes.
businesstoday.infinance16 hrs ago
Chinese investors use cryptocurrency to access U.S. IPOs
Ordinary Chinese investors are using digital assets to gain exposure to U.S. IPOs such as SpaceX and OpenAI. The Financial Times reported that these assets purport to track underlying stocks despite Beijing's ban on converting cash into cryptocurrency.
Financial Timesfinance16 hrs ago
Oracle plans $70 billion data centre investment over next year
The company announced a large increase in capital spending for data centres. Shares fell as much as 8 percent in after-hours trading after the firm gave flat revenue guidance.
sportsnet.casports18 hrs agoUpdated
Bengals Restructure Burrow's Contract to Create $10M in Cap Space After Trading for Dexter Lawrence
The move follows Cincinnati's trade for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II and leaves the team with room to add players before the 2026 season.
themarysue.compolitics16 hrs ago
Children's Educator Ms. Rachel Visits Newark Immigration Detention Facility, Urges Congress to End Family Detention While DHS Defends Policies
Rachel Griffin Accurso, known as Ms. Rachel, visited families at Delaney Hall in Newark on Monday and posted videos of her interactions with children and activists.
The Independentworld16 hrs ago
Study Links More Than 10 Hours Daily Inactivity in Pregnancy to Higher Blood Pressure Risk, But Notes Many Factors Outside Women’s Control
Researchers tracking 470 women found risks rose sharply when sedentary time exceeded 10 hours and light movement fell below five hours. The study was published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
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investopedia.comai18 hrs ago
Oracle Reports Record Q4 Revenue of $19.2 Billion, Up 21 Percent
Oracle Corporation posted fourth-quarter revenue of $19.2 billion, a 21 percent increase from the prior year. Cloud infrastructure revenue rose 93 percent while cloud applications grew 10 percent.
benzinga.combusiness18 hrs ago
Oracle Signs $67B in AI Infrastructure Contracts but Most Customers Provide Hardware or Prepay
Oracle reported signing $67 billion of AI infrastructure contracts in the fourth quarter of 2026. Most customers provided their own hardware or prepaid for the services.
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Fox Newspolitics18 hrs ago
UK Introduces National Security Bill Allowing Designation of Foreign State-Linked Groups With Up to 14 Years for Support
The bill would allow the Home Secretary to designate organizations tied to foreign governments and impose up to 14-year sentences for support or funding. It follows a reported rise in Iran-linked activity tracked by MI5.
thenarwhal.cascience18 hrs ago
Effero-seq Study Tracks How Efferocytosis of Tumor Cells Affects Macrophage Function in Melanoma Models
A study published in SciImmunology examined how efferocytosis of tumor cells affects macrophages in mouse models of melanoma using the Effero-seq approach.
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abcnews.go.compolitics19 hrs agoSourced
Congress Awards Congressional Gold Medal to 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team
President Trump signed Public Law 119-53, the Miracle on Ice Congressional Gold Medal Act, on June 10, 2026. The law directs the Treasury to strike a single gold medal honoring the entire 1980 U.S. men's Olympic hockey team that defeated the Soviet Union.
Nbc Newsworld20 hrs ago
Trump to Meet Defense Executives to Press for Increased Missile Production as Stockpiles Dwindle
President Trump plans to press leaders of roughly seven defense companies to increase weapons output. The Pentagon has not signed new multiyear contracts since January 2025.
mlbtraderumors.comsports20 hrs ago
Brewers Sign 21-Year-Old Outfield Prospect Luis Lara to Seven-Year Contract Extension Worth Up to $79 Million
The Milwaukee Brewers signed 21-year-old outfield prospect Luis Lara to a seven-year contract extension that includes $31 million in guaranteed money and runs through 2032.
sportsnet.casports21 hrs ago
17 NFL teams open second week of minicamps
Mandatory minicamps begin Monday for 17 teams after two clubs completed sessions last week. Practices run through June 11, with 12 additional teams scheduled for the following week.
yardbarker.comsports21 hrs ago
Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez Reports to Mandatory Minicamp After Skipping Voluntary Workouts, Says He Hopes for Contract Extension
Christian Gonzalez, eligible for his first contract extension, attended mandatory minicamp this week. Negotiations with his agent have not yet produced a new deal.
yardbarker.comsports21 hrs ago
Kyler Murray Throws Two Interceptions in Vikings Minicamp
The quarterback said splitting practice reps with J.J. McCarthy has been the hardest part of joining Minnesota after seven seasons in Arizona.
finance.yahoo.comworld22 hrs ago
UAE Banks Raise One-Year Deposit Rates to 5.5 Percent
Major lenders including Mashreq and First Abu Dhabi Bank increased rates on one-year deposits and added cash bonuses to attract customers amid competition from digital banks.
nbcnews.compolitics22 hrs agoSourced
Trump Administration Details Early Wins on Deregulation and Enforcement
The White House released a compilation of actions taken since President Donald J. Trump returned to office in 2025 that slash federal bureaucracy and enact America First policies. The list triggers immediate operational shifts at multiple agencies and sets new compliance deadline…
nypost.compolitics22 hrs ago
Bill Gates Testifies Before House Committee on Interactions With Jeffrey Epstein
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates appeared in a closed-door session before the House Committee on Oversight and Reform on Wednesday. He told lawmakers he met Epstein in 2011, ended contact in 2014, and had no knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
TechCrunchtechnology1 day ago
Zest, a Restaurant Discovery App Using Linked Credit Card Data, Launches Publicly After Beta
Zest, founded in November 2024, has raised $1.8 million and attracted over 100,000 visits since its public launch. The app links users' credit cards via Plaid to generate dining recommendations based on verified transactions.
Washington Examinerpolitics1 day ago
IndyCar race in Washington receives 288,000 ticket requests for 100,000 free seats
Penske Corporation reported 288,000 requests for 100,000 free tickets to the Aug. 22-23 Freedom 250 Grand Prix. Organizers will select recipients and expect more than 120,000 attendees each day.
sportsnet.casports1 day agoUpdated
Los Angeles Kings hire Peter Laviolette as head coach on three-year deal
The Los Angeles Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as their new head coach under a three-year contract. The move comes after the team fired its previous coach and finished the season under an interim coach.
rigzone.combusiness1 day ago
EnQuest Agrees to Buy Malaysian Offshore Oil Interests from Petronas for Up to $833 Million
EnQuest PLC agreed to buy stakes in four Malaysian production sharing contracts from Petronas. The deal would add 57,400 barrels of oil equivalent per day to the company's output.
musicbusinessworldwide.comtechnology1 day ago
Warner Music Group Acquires AI Detection Firm Sureel
Warner Music Group has acquired Sureel, an AI detection company, to track how its artists' works are used in AI training and generated content. Financial terms were not disclosed and Sureel will continue operating independently.
CoinDeskfinance1 day ago
CFTC Proposes First U.S. Prediction Market Rule for Public-Interest Reviews
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued a notice of proposed rulemaking on Wednesday that outlines a process for reviewing whether event contracts meet the federal public-interest standard. The proposal covers contracts on prediction market platforms including those opera…
Bloombergfinance1 day ago
CFTC Proposes Restrictions on Prediction Market Contracts
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission released a draft rule Wednesday that would bar certain event contracts tied to war, terrorism, and assassination. The measure targets prediction markets that currently allow trading on those outcomes.
CBS Sportssports1 day ago
Satou Sabally Joins New York Liberty After Concussion Recovery
Forward Satou Sabally signed a two-year, $1.67 million contract with the New York Liberty in April after missing time due to a concussion sustained in last season's WNBA Finals. She has appeared in limited minutes while regaining fitness and the Liberty have won five straight gam…
Defense Newsworld1 day ago
German Air Show Opens
Germany's ILA air show opened Wednesday in Berlin under the shadow of the Iran war and the collapse of a Franco-German fighter jet project. The event showcases European defense industry technology as manufacturers seek government contracts amid rising defense spending.
foxnews.comsports1 day ago
Hawks Extend Coach Quin Snyder After Trading Trae Young and First-Round Playoff Exit
The Atlanta Hawks agreed to a multiyear contract extension with head coach Quin Snyder. The move follows a similar extension for president of basketball operations Onsi Saleh.
poetsandquants.compolitics18 hrs agoSourced
Justice Department Announces Finding on University of California Davis Medical School Admissions
The Department of Justice concluded a six-month investigation and determined that the University of California, Davis School of Medicine unlawfully considers race in admissions. The school must revise its policies to comply with the 2023 Supreme Court decision.
Forbessports1 day ago
Veteran Outfielder Joins Rays After Strong Triple-A Performance
Austin Slater signed a minor league contract with Tampa Bay last month and has been promoted to the major league roster. The 33-year-old outfielder previously appeared in games for the New York Yankees after a midseason trade last year.
nypost.compolitics1 day ago
Tom Steyer Concedes California Governor Primary
Tom Steyer ended his campaign for California governor after failing to finish in the top two of the June 2 jungle primary. He spent more than $200 million of his own money on the race.
thesouthafrican.comsports1 day ago
Player departs club as free agent after five-year contract
A player has left the club without a transfer fee following a five-year stay that began with a reported £75 million acquisition. The departure comes after a loan period at another club.
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Nbc Sportssports1 day ago
Rams coach sees steady improvement at non-contact practices
The coach said Organized Team Activities show progress in pre-snap operation and communication. He added that full evaluation requires contact drills with pads.
Al Jazeerasports1 day ago
U.S. Allocates $365 Million for Drone Security at 2026 World Cup Venues
Federal agencies are directing $365 million toward counter-drone systems at stadiums hosting the 2026 World Cup across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Companies including Ondas Holdings and Fortem Technologies hold contracts to deploy detection and interception technology a…
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corbettreport.compolitics1 day ago
Poll Finds Over 60 Percent of Israelis Oppose Current Leader Running Again
A new survey by the Israel Democracy Institute shows majorities across most political groups do not want the current prime minister to seek another term. Support for term limits on future leaders also reached 61 percent.
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world1 day ago
EU's new Entry/Exit System causes initial delays at some airports but offers fast-track for repeat UK visitors, Frontex says
The Entry Exit System requires fingerprint and photo registration for non-EU travellers. Some member states are struggling with implementation at 1,700 border points.
science1 day ago
Nicotine pouch use among young Canadians rose to 34.8 percent by 2026
A longitudinal study tracked 3,400 Canadians aged 17 to 27 and found past-month use increased from 1 percent in 2022 to 8.5 percent in 2026. Only one-third of those who tried the product had also smoked cigarettes.
japantimes.co.jpbusiness1 day ago
Japan’s JERA Signs 20-Year LNG Deal With Malaysia’s Petronas as Country Ramps Up Coal Generation
The contract covers 2 million tons annually starting in 2028. It follows a meeting between Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and Malaysia’s Premier Anwar Ibrahim.
The Japan Timesscience1 day ago
Japanese Researchers Find Adelie Penguins Often Reach New Foraging Grounds by Following Colony Members After Failed Solo Attempts
A Sokendai-led team tracked 116 Adelie penguins near Japan’s Showa Station and found that unsuccessful foraging trips prompted penguins to follow colony members to new feeding areas.
yardbarker.comsports1 day ago
Murray Says Sharing Reps With McCarthy Slows His Vikings Offense Learning
Veteran quarterback Kyler Murray said Tuesday that splitting practice time with rookie J.J. McCarthy is slowing his adjustment to the Minnesota Vikings offense.
bossip.comworld16 hrs agoUpdated
Karmelo Anthony Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Murder of Austin Metcalf
A Texas court sentenced a teenager to 35 years in prison for fatally stabbing another high school student. The case drew national attention and highlighted racial tensions in the north Dallas suburbs.
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Reasonpolitics7 hrs ago
House Passes Bill to Speed Union Contract Negotiations
The U.S. House approved the Faster Labor Contracts Act, which sets timelines for union contract talks and allows federal arbitrators to impose agreements if negotiations stall. Twenty House Republicans joined Democrats in support.
ABC Newspolitics1 day ago
Social Security Retirement Trust Fund Projected to Deplete in 2032
An annual trustees report released Tuesday moved the projected depletion date for Social Security's main retirement fund forward by one year to 2032. Medicare's hospital insurance trust fund remains on track to exhaust reserves in 2033.