WORLD NEWS ALERT

So-called "time-banking" schemes are letting people get paid in time credits for the work they do. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/xnL6R8b

Paraguay Voters Elect Conservative Economist as President

By BY JACK NICAS AND LAURENCE BLAIR from NYT World https://ift.tt/caunVw4

Climate change: How it's endangering Australian wine

Australia is already home to some of the hottest and driest wine regions on the planet. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/rDt6QXZ

Stephen Curry Scores 50 Points to Knock Off Kings in Game 7

By BY SCOTT CACCIOLA from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/9Nv82PU

Pope Francis urges Hungarians to 'open doors' to migrants

The pontiff addressed up to 100,000 people, including Hungary's nationalist PM Viktor Orban. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/UNFlXbd

Gov. Hochul Severs Ties With Top Political Adviser in Face of Backlash

By BY NICHOLAS FANDOS AND JEFFERY C. MAYS from NYT New York https://ift.tt/Hvj6435

Biden jokes about his age at White House Correspondents' Dinner

The US president enjoyed some banter at the annual White House Correspondents' Dinner. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/SVQscoq

SpaceX Rocket Struggled to Self-Destruct as It Spun Out of Control

By BY KENNETH CHANG from NYT Science https://ift.tt/8PtrBiD

Eurovision 2023: Contest inspires Ukraine's LGBT troops

When Ukraine takes part in Eurovision on 13 May, its frontline LGBT troops will be taking inspiration. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/fK1zyHm

Tornado Strikes Near Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.

By BY LAUREN MCCARTHY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/nBWO9pk

What Europe's royals could teach King Charles

A combative media, a colonial past and rebellious children. Can other royal families help the UK's new monarch? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/wHjtrA8

New California Rule Would Ban Sale of Diesel Trucks by 2036

By BY NEELAM BOHRA AND CORAL DAVENPORT from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/wIcXhTl

US Army grounds its aircraft after recent mid-air collisions

The "aviation stand down" for non-critical aircraft comes after 12 soldiers killed in crashes. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ZXGgsIx

Minnesota Votes to Legalize Marijuana as Democrats Press Liberal Policies

By BY ERNESTO LONDOÑO from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/lw1Fdr7

Colorado Governor Signs Bills Strengthening Gun Laws

By BY ADEEL HASSAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/Vu3C5fG

Sudan crisis: The football coach forced to flee Khartoum

Florent Ibenge, in charge of the country's leading club, hopes to be reunited with his players soon. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/9hK56n2

Campaign, Interrupted: Pence May Run, but He Can’t Hide From Trump’s Legal Woes

By BY JONATHAN WEISMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/NfBD3tK

The Colts take Anthony Richardson at No. 4.

By BY KEN BELSON from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/vxDUOZl

Texans trade for Cardinals’ No. 3 pick and use it on Will Anderson Jr.

By BY KRIS RHIM from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/cwPDjK0

E Jean Carroll and Trump lawyers spar in NY court over rape claim

"I'm telling you he raped me whether I screamed or not," Ms Carroll said in one tense court exchange. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/EJkpwFT

‘The Knight of the Burning Pestle’ Review: Wielding His Trusty Kitchen Tools

By BY ALEXIS SOLOSKI from NYT Theater https://ift.tt/hl9xgCi

Jerry Springer - godfather of reality TV

Jerry Springer's sensationalist, scandalous show may have paved he way for Real Housewives. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/afbPKki

N.B.A.-sized tight ends, tall cornerbacks and fleet-footed linebackers may shake up the top picks.

By BY MIKE TANIER from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/WFKriJt

Efforts to Restrict Transgender Health Care Face Pushback in Three States

By BY MITCH SMITH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/QbuicMN

Harlem Businesses Sue to Stop Cannabis Dispensary Planned for 125th Street

By BY ASHLEY SOUTHALL from NYT New York https://ift.tt/khQseq5

Bhutan wants a border deal with China: Will India accept?

Amid tensions between its giant neighbours, Bhutan finds itself increasingly vulnerable. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ajsS2mb

Rockets Introduce Coach Ime Udoka, but Say Little About His Misconduct

By BY SOPAN DEB from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/1agSO2w

Michigan Students Sue School District Over ‘Let’s Go Brandon’ Ban

By BY LAUREN MCCARTHY from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/JCWZx6V

Corrections: April 26, 2023

By Unknown Author from NYT Corrections https://ift.tt/ig2Axzt

Trial begins in E Jean Carroll's rape suit against Donald Trump

Ms Carroll's case is not a "he said, she said" dispute, her lawyer said during opening statements. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/YPBNq2w

The Russian foreign minister hints of a possible prisoner swap for Gershkovich.

By BY FARNAZ FASSIHI from NYT World https://ift.tt/sr4jBHD

Ukraine rapidly expanding its 'Army of Drones' for front line

The country increases its drone production after millions of pounds are raised through donations. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/umJv9qN

Harry Belafonte: A Life in Photos

By BY PETER KEEPNEWS from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/7sV2vyH

Officers Face Discipline in Killing of Man Who Wielded Knife in Own Home

By BY MARIA CRAMER AND CHELSIA ROSE MARCIUS from NYT New York https://ift.tt/SF1VsZv

Carlson’s program brought in far more ad revenue than other Fox prime-time shows.

By BY JOHN KOBLIN from NYT Business https://ift.tt/B5j1ifZ

U.S. Indicts Four Men in Scheme to Launder Cryptocurrency for North Korea

By BY GLENN THRUSH from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/s9U0Pth

Trump Is Endorsed by a Senator With Sway on Republican Donors

By BY JONATHAN SWAN, SHANE GOLDMACHER AND MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/jwtsv0W

Father Drowned Son Whose Body Was Found in Alligator’s Mouth, Police Say

By BY APRIL RUBIN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3BygioM

Don Lemon, CNN anchor, fired after 17 years on the network

"I am stunned," Don Lemon writes as he leaves the US cable news network after 17 years. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ToOdnyf

Ukraine’s Spring Offensive Comes With Immense Stakes for Future of the War

By BY JULIAN E. BARNES, ERIC SCHMITT, ADAM ENTOUS AND THOMAS GIBBONS-NEFF from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/GpZ3zva

Succession Style, Episode 5: Prepare to Be Iced

By BY THE STYLES DESK from NYT Style https://ift.tt/JqsRmuY

Disneyland fire-breathing dragon engulfed by flames

A giant dragon in California's Disneyland Park is engulfed by fire during a show as visitors look on. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/KQ4snRY

Editor’s note: And That’s on Growth

By BY EVERDEEN MASON from NYT Gameplay https://ift.tt/9ogp420

Maleficent: Dragon catches fire during Disneyland show in LA

Maleficent the fire-breathing dragon dramatically went up in flames during Saturday's live show. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gEVKxpu

United States Says Wagner Has Quietly Picked Sides in Sudan

By BY ERIC SCHMITT AND EDWARD WONG from NYT World https://ift.tt/7jhdxN5

Amritpal Singh: Sikh separatist arrested after weeks on the run

Indian police have arrested self-styled Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh, who was accused of attempted murder. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/XauC2fr

Pakistan: Lorries crushed and buried in deadly landslide

At least two people died as dozens of vehicles were engulfed while en route to Afghanistan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/FlCQAaY

Corrections: April 23, 2023

By Unknown Author from NYT Corrections https://ift.tt/Rtk9v4Y

Sudan fighting: Limited evacuation of foreigners begins

Canada tells its citizens to "shelter in a safe place” as some foreign officials are evacuated by sea. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/Rkrudlj

Sudan fighting: Khartoum violence mapped as civilians flee city

The BBC has verified videos of fighting and spoken to fleeing residents to map the violence in Sudan's capital. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/BUeum4R

Sudan crisis: Egypt's dilemma over the fighting

The fighting has sent shockwaves through the region but Egypt seems paralysed over what to do. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5Gcyn6I

Eid al-Fitr: UAE astronaut sends Eid greeting from space

Muslims around the world are celebrating Eid - the festival that marks the end of Ramadan. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/pfRzAe0

In the larger national abortion fight, state constitutions play a critical role.

By BY KATE ZERNIKE from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/A1P76Sn

Haruki Murakami: Readers drawn to enigmatic appeal of Japanese author

Mr Murakami is one of Japan's most loved literary exports, but his work is not without criticism. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/gRtpHJn

What Is Mifepristone and How Is It Used?

By BY CLAIRE CAIN MILLER AND MARGOT SANGER-KATZ from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/eN7votx

‘Beef’ Stars Call Actor’s Story About Sexual Assault ‘Undeniably Hurtful’

By BY MARC TRACY from NYT Arts https://ift.tt/Z5D7Ltw

Africa's week in pictures: 14-20 April 2023

A selection of the best photos from across Africa and beyond this week. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/QtD5PTw

Man Gets Nearly 22 Years in Prison for Shooting Teen in Hate Crime

By BY EDUARDO MEDINA from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/zPEcIS2

Forensic Psychiatrist Calls Ex-C.I.A. Prisoner’s Confession Voluntary

By BY CAROL ROSENBERG from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/GtbFnXm

Indian history debate after Mughals chapter dropped

A chapter on the workings of Mughal courts has been deleted from high school textbooks from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/ex3CTHU

Heritage Foundation Makes Plans to Staff Next G.O.P. Administration

By BY JONATHAN SWAN AND MAGGIE HABERMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/3uBV5zk

Ukrainian vodka producers toast a rise in global sales

With Russian vodkas no longer on shelves around the world, Ukrainian brands have filled the gap. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/uPGKALj

Mayor Adams Criticizes Biden in Rare Public Rebuke Over Migrant Crisis

By BY JEFFERY C. MAYS from NYT New York https://ift.tt/t1WC2pj

Texas cheerleaders shot after getting into wrong car

It follows a string of recent shootings sparked by someone showing up at the wrong place. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/5ywgo1v

Inspector General Says U.S. Aid May Be Flowing to the Taliban

By BY KAROUN DEMIRJIAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/f59IG68

SpaceX’s Starship Rocket Will Try to Launch Again: What to Expect

By BY THE NEW YORK TIMES from NYT Science https://ift.tt/Os9fG3e

Eliud Kipchoge Was Supposed to Win the Boston Marathon. What Went Wrong?

By BY SCOTT CACCIOLA from NYT Sports https://ift.tt/JBYOo2E

What Americans can learn from Denmark on handling debt ceiling crisis

Only two industrialised nations have debt ceilings - how come only the US fights about it? from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/u1g9LKH

Fox Will Pay $787.5 Million to Settle Defamation Suit

By BY JEREMY W. PETERS AND KATIE ROBERTSON from NYT Business https://ift.tt/wrdpiRy

Shooting of Teen Who Rang Doorbell at Wrong House Unsettles Kansas City

By BY MITCH SMITH AND JULIE BOSMAN from NYT U.S. https://ift.tt/G8akUVf

Ukraine's Eurovision 2023 act Tvorchi have war on their mind

Nigerian-Ukrainian duo Tvorchi met in a chance encounter on the street. Now they're coming to the UK. from BBC News - World https://ift.tt/E4JkqyS

Fighting in Sudan Traps Families as Generals Fail to Keep a Cease-Fire