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Washington, D.C. Staff Writer   Education: American University, MA in Journalism and Public Affairs; University of Notre Dame, BA in American Studies   Marisa Iati is a reporter on the general assignment desk at The Washington Post. She previously worked at the Star-Ledger and NJ.com in New Jersey,...

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US demands to sell TikTok are a political extortion scheme

Washington’s gangster-like attempts to take over the social media app reveal an inability to tolerate competition

 

3 years ago

Bruce Willis's wife speaks of her grief at his dementia on his 68th birthday

Emma Heming Willis, the wife of actor Bruce Willis, has spoken about the "grief and sadness" she feels over her husband's dementia, as they celebrated his 68th birthday.

3 years ago

Moscow opens criminal case over Putin warrant

Russia’s investigative committee says the ICC prosecutor and judges acted “illegally”

3 years ago

China’s Xi Arrives in Moscow as Beijing Seeks to Position Itself as a Peacemaker

But with Russia and Ukraine fighting for advantage on the battlefield, neither is interested in talks for now

3 years ago

This country wanted a 69-hour workweek. Millennials and Generation Z had other ideas

The current law limits the work week to 40 hours plus up to 12 hours of compensated overtime – though in reality, critics say, many workers find themselves under pressure to work longer.

3 years ago

Credit Suisse: Bank rescue damages Switzerland's reputation for stability

So farewell to Credit Suisse. Founded in 1856, the bank has been a pillar of the Swiss financial sector ever since. Although buffeted by the financial crisis of 2008, Credit Suisse did manage to weather that storm without a government bailout, unlike its rival-turned-rescuer UBS.

3 years ago

Swiss banking giant UBS to buy troubled rival Credit Suisse to avoid a larger global financial crisis

The Swiss government said it would provide more than $9 billion "in order to reduce any risks for UBS"  and "potential losses arising from certain assets that UBS takes over as part of the transaction."

3 years ago

'Japa': The mass exodus of Nigeria's youth

The term "japa" comes from the Yoruba word meaning to run or flee and, in recent years, has become something of a buzzword on the streets of cities such as Lagos as a growing number of often young, educated Nigerians look to move abroad to escape unemployment, inflation and low salaries. But this exodus is leaving the country facing a brain-drain, while some warn that those who leave may not find the life they are hoping for abroad.

3 years ago

​Putin makes surprise visit to Ukraine ​

Vladimir Putin was filmed by Russian state TV driving around Mariupol in his first visit to Ukraine since the start of the invasion.

3 years ago

Here’s All We Know About Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny’s Budding Relationship, So Far

Kendall Jenner and Bad Bunny’s seemingly budding relationship is something the internet did not see coming. 

3 years ago

Wyoming Becomes First State to Outlaw Abortion Pills

Medication abortion providers could serve six months in prison under the law, one of a growing number of efforts by conservative states to target the pills.

3 years ago

Macron Faces an Angry France Alone

President Emmanuel Macron saw his decision to push through a change in the retirement age as necessary, but the price may be high.

3 years ago

Web

Can ChatGPT Plan Your Vacation? Here’s What to Know About A.I. and Travel.

Powerful new artificial-intelligence software is already shaking up the travel industry, but it has a long way to go until it can plan a seamless trip. For now.

3 years ago

Biden administration quietly resumes deportations to Russia

Exclusive: Apparent reversal of position adopted after invasion of Ukraine sends men fleeing Putin’s draft back to Russia

3 years ago

Angela Simmons Says She Has the ‘Best Man in the World’ After Confirming Relationship With Yo Gotti

A source close to the couple told TMZ around the time that “things are going extremely well for them as a couple, and she even got to meet some of his friends during their trip back to Gotti’s home turf.”

3 years ago

The Wire, John Wick star Lance Reddick dead at 60

The body of actor Lance Reddick was discovered in his California home while he was in the middle of press tour promoting the latest John Wick film.

3 years ago

Facebook, Instagram Users in U.S. Can Pay for a Verified Blue Check Mark

‘Meta Verified’ subscription service also offers direct access to customer support

3 years ago

Tyra Banks Announces Exit From ‘Dancing With the Stars’: Why She’s Leaving as Host

She shared that she can’t fully focus on her business while hosting

3 years ago

ICC issues arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin over Russian war crimes in Ukraine

The ICC issued the warrant for Putin's arrest on suspicion of unlawful deportation of children and unlawful transfer of people from the territory of Ukraine to the Russian Federation.

3 years ago

Anger Simmers in France as Opposition Files No-Confidence Motions

After President Emmanuel Macron pushed his unpopular pension bill through Parliament without a vote, demonstrations about the changes broke out again.

3 years ago

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