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Worsening US debt outlook seen more in gold and bitcoin than in bonds
Concern about the rapidly rising U.S. government debt is partly behind recent surges in gold prices and bitcoin, even as the Treasury market so far remains relatively sanguine about the country's fiscal path, market observers say. The U.S. budget deficit widened to $1.7 trillion in fiscal year 2023 and is on track to reach $2.6 trillion by 2034, according to the Congressional Budget Office. U.S. government debt held by the public, meanwhile, is on pace to reach a record 106% of gross domestic product (GDP) in 2028, up from 97% in fiscal year 2023.
PA Media: SportRussian Olympic athletes face ‘strictest neutrality conditions’ – Lucy Frazer
The Government has written to the IOC confirming it accepts the criteria which are in place.
- The Telegraph
Countryfile presenter says bringing sheep to school almost caused ‘riot’
Countryfile presenter Adam Henson said he almost caused a riot at a school after bringing sheep into an assembly - because the children had never seen one before.
- The Weather Network
Planters beware: Looming frost threat across Ontario and Quebec
Despite a warmer start to the year, and an early arrival of some plants and flowers, those eager to get in their gardens to plant, may want to hold on a little bit longer. A chill is in the air
- Local Journalism Initiative
Renfrew council wants OPP to investigate Ma-te-Way expansion for criminal activity
Renfrew – Renfrew Mayor Tom Sidney announced last week that the town will be pursuing civil litigation and involving the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) for any potential criminal charges in an attempt to uncover the truth behind the financial disaster from the Ma-te-Way expansion project, a construction project with an original budget of $18.9 million for an expansion that may could end of with a price tag of $37 million. The amount currently sits at more than $35 million, but the town’s financ
- United Press International
Engineers are unprepared to handle ethical considerations of AI
As artificial intelligence and machine learning tools become more integrated into daily life, ethical considerations are growing, from privacy issues and race and gender biases in coding to the spread of misinformation.
- Insider Monkey
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Genuine Parts Company (NYSE:GPC) Q1 2024 Earnings Call Transcript April 18, 2024 Genuine Parts Company misses on earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $ EPS, expectations were $2.15. GPC isn’t one of the 30 most popular stocks among hedge funds at the end of the third quarter (see the details here). Operator: Good day, ladies and […]
- Sky News
Nicola Sturgeon admits to 'incredibly difficult time' after husband charged in embezzlement probe
Nicola Sturgeon has described her personal situation as "incredibly difficult" after her husband was charged in connection with the embezzlement of SNP funds. Peter Murrell, who was chief executive of the party until March 2023, was rearrested on Thursday amid a long-running Police Scotland investigation into the SNP's finances, dubbed Operation Branchform. The 59-year-old remained in police custody until he was charged just after 6.30pm last night.
- Investor's Business Daily
Dow Jones Futures Slash Losses From Israel Strike; Netflix Dives On Earnings
Stock Market Today: Dow Jones futures dropped Friday after Israel's retaliatory strike on Iran. Netflix stock dived on a weak sales outlook.
- The Canadian Press - Olympics 2022
French athletes at Paris Olympics will receive better mental health protection
PARIS (AP) — French athletes at the Paris Olympics will be offered better protection for their mental health, with priority given to curbing online harassment and cyberbullying. France’s Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra and Secretary of State for Digital Affairs Marina Ferrari have been discussing ways to ensure mental health is looked after at the July 26-Aug. 11 Paris Games and Aug 28-Sept. 8 Paralympics. Oudéa-Castéra pointed out the continued threat of cyberbullying to mental health in s
- BBC
Francis Ogolla: Kenya investigates crash that killed military chief
Gen Francis Ogolla was in the west of the country when his helicopter went down killing 10.
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Police operation underway at Iranian consulate in Paris after suspicious man reported outside
Paris police on Friday carried out an operation at the Iranian consulate after a witness reported seeing a man outside carrying a grenade and an explosives vest. The man’s motives were not immediately clear. The incident came at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East. (AP video Masha Macpherson)
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Mother of murdered teenager praises people of Liverpool as she is made MBE
Dr Gee Walker was honoured for services to diversity and racial injustice.
- The Telegraph
Motorists to be taxed more than smokers as war on drivers revs up
Motorists will be taxed more than smokers within years as the cost of driving hits record highs.
- Local Journalism Initiative
Renfrew council working towards restoring public's trust
Renfrew – It was close to 10 p.m. last Tuesday night (April 9) when Renfrew Mayor Tom Sidney made an announcement any mayor would dread to make. He took no joy when he notified the 8,100 residents of the town that he and his fellow councillors agreed the time had come to formally ask the Ontario Provincial Police to investigate, and if the evidence suggests any wrongdoing, to bring criminal charges against any individual or business who may have profited from the construction of the 96,000 squar
- Yahoo Finance
Ulta stock downturn is simply 'normalizing,' analyst says
Ulta stock has struggled to recover after the beauty retailer's CEO hinted that some of the post-pandemic cosmetics hype may be wearing out.
- United Press International
Reports: Israel attacks military base in central Iran
Explosions were reported early Friday near a military base in the central Iranian city of Isfahan, according to state-run news, as Israel appears have attacked the Middle Eastern country.
- BBC
Ofcom: Almost a quarter of kids aged 5-7 have smartphones
The regulator calls the data a "wake up call", and says parents and industry need to do more.
- USA TODAY
National Cold Brew Day 2024 deals: Where to get free coffee and discounts on Saturday
Saturday, April 20 is National Cold Brew Day. Here's where you can get deals, freebies and discounts on cold brew.