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France 24Spanish government to 'oversee' scandal-hit football federation
The Spanish government on Thursday announced it will "oversee" the country's scandal-hit football federation (RFEF) to deal with its current crisis. "The Spanish government adopted this decision to redress the serious situation of the RFEF so that the organisation could enter a stage of renewal in a stable climate," the National Sports Council (CSD), an agency dependent on the Ministry of Sports, announced.The CSD said it will create a "commission of supervision, standardisation and representati
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Q1 US GDP shows surprise slowing and uncomfortable inflation
U.S. economic growth slowed more than expected in the first quarter, but a surprisingly hot quarterly Personal Consumption Expenditure inflation component suggested that the Federal Reserve would not cut interest rates before September. The economy has defied prophecies of doom since late 2022 following the Fed's aggressive rate hiking campaign to stamp out inflation. Final sales to private domestic purchasers increased 3.1% annualized, so domestic spending by households is still healthy despite the headline weakness.
- The Telegraph
Ben & Jerry’s social justice activism ‘a strength not a weakness’, insists Unilever
Ben & Jerry’s social justice activism is “a strength, not a weakness”, Unilever has insisted, amid questions over whether the brand’s political campaigning could deter potential buyers.
- The Telegraph
Blood-soaked horse ‘Vida’ recovering from surgery after London rampage
Two of the five Household Cavalry horses that rampaged through central London have undergone surgery, a defence minister has said.
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Robot Dog Flamethrower Goes On Sale
The world’s first robotic dog flame thrower has gone on sale and will set you back just $9,420. The fiery quadruped is the creation of American company Throwflame and comes equipped with an ARC flamethrower mounted on its back. The ‘Thermonator’, as it’s known, can shoot fire in a 30-foot stream and comes with a built-in fuel tank. According to Throw Flame, the robot, which is Unitree Go1-based, also has an hour-long battery a laser sight, and lidar mapping that can be remotely controlled via the company’s app. The robot itself weighs 26 lbs, but together with the flamethrower, that comes up to 60 lbs. Despite its fearsome looks, Throw Flame states that it can be used for wildfire control and prevention agricultural management, ecological conservation, snow and ice removal, and entertainment, and SFX.
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Will Labour’s plan make train tickets cheaper?
What impact will Labour's pledge to nationalise the railways have?
- The Independent
Biden and 17 other world leaders call for ‘immediate release’ of hostages held by Hamas
The joint statement calls on Hamas to accept a deal that has been under negotiation in Qatar
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Louise Haigh: MP spearheading Labour rail plans known for hard work and humour
She worked as a Metropolitan Police officer before becoming an MP.
- The Telegraph
Poland could deport Ukrainians for conscription
Poland has suggested it will help transfer Ukrainian men of fighting age back to their homeland, as Kyiv seeks to shore up its depleted armed forces.
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Jasmine Harman reveals glamorous transformation after going vegan
A Place in the Sun star Jasmine Harman stunned fans earlier this week with her glamorous transformation after going vegan. Discover more...
- The Telegraph
Nato nuclear weapons sent to Poland will be a priority target, Kremlin threatens
Nato nuclear weapons would become a primary target for Russia if they were deployed to Poland, Kremlin officials have warned.
- The Telegraph
The life and death of Princess Beatrice’s first boyfriend Paolo Liuzzo
Paolo Liuzzo, the former boyfriend of Princess Beatrice who has died of a suspected drug overdose, grew up in luxury in Long Island, New York. The son of the Italian businessman Nico Liuzzo, he attended the $58,000-a-year (£46,000) College of the Holy Cross, a private university in Massachusetts, before meeting the Princess in 2005 through mutual friends, when he was 24 and she was just 17.
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Union Pacific Corp (UNP) Q1 2024 Earnings: Marginal Gains Amid Market Challenges
Performance Edges Past Analyst Expectations with Strategic Operational Improvements
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Laurence Fox ordered to pay £180,000 in damages after losing libel case
The Reclaim Party founder was successfully sued by ex-Stonewall trustee Simon Blake and drag artist Crystal over a row on Twitter, now known as X.
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Bristol-Myers Squibb Co (BMY) Q1 2024 Earnings Report: A Detailed Overview
Challenges and Strategic Initiatives Amidst Revenue Growth and Analyst Expectations
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Lakeland Financial Corp (LKFN) Reports Q1 2024 Earnings: A Mixed Financial Performance Amidst ...
First Quarter Results Show Slight Dip in Net Income Despite Loan Growth
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West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. (WST) Q1 2024 Earnings: Adjusted EPS Rises Amidst Sales Decline
Company Reaffirms Full-Year Guidance and Raises EPS Outlook
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Tim Hortons to stage theatrical production loosely based around 2010 Sarnia, Ont., snowstorm
In the last year, Tim Hortons has treated cottaging Canadians to a boat drive thru, revived its beloved Dutchie doughnut and launched flatbread pizzas. But perhaps its biggest surprise will come this summer, on the heels of its 60th anniversary on May 17, when it enters a realm so unexpected for a fast-food giant that even its executives expect some people's first reactions to be, "What?!"The head-scratcher will come in the form of The Last Timbit, a musical for which Tim Hortons has assembled a
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United Bankshares Inc Reports Q1 2024 Earnings: A Close Look Against Analyst Expectations
Modest Miss in Earnings Per Share While Maintaining Strong Operational Metrics
- The Guardian
Xavi’s Barça U-turn shows breaking up is hard to do despite tough times
Announcement was no shock but reflects environment shift at club and an appetite to find stability after a dismal week