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What are the potential benefits and challenges of the $2.45 billion Gaza recovery plan?
Sept 23 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace will unveil a six-month, $2.45 billion recovery plan for Gaza at a meeting of its members on Wednesday, Axios reported. The 66-project proposal includes estimated spending for temporary housing, rubble removal, hospital repairs, economic recovery and the deployment of a multinational security force, the report added, citing a copy of the plan. The White House and US Department of State did not immediately respond to requests for comment
What are the important things we can learn from Fauci's testimony and how might they affect our health policies?
Anthony Fauci is set to testify before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on Wednesday at 8:30 a.m. FAUCI TESTIFIES BEFORE THE SENATE: WHAT TO KNOW The hearing sets up a face-to-face between the former White House Coronavirus Task Force lead and his longtime skeptic, Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY), who chairs the […]
What should be done to address the rising number of U.S. soldier casualties in conflicts like the one in Iran?
An additional 66 U.S. personnel were wounded in action this month, pushing the official count of Iran war casualties above 850. The post Another U.S. Soldier Is Dead as Iran War Casualties Rise appeared first on The Intercept
What are the possible effects of media bans on free speech and public information?
A federal judge will weigh Wednesday afternoon whether President Donald Trump can bar CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House after saying their coverage was unfair and amounted to “fake news.” The decision by the judge, which could have a quick turnaround following Wednesday’s hearing, is likely to turn less on the president’s […]
What steps can communities and authorities take to protect against hate crimes while ensuring everyone's safety?
Counter-terrorism police say ‘long-running investigation’ disrupted alleged plot days after two men arrested on eve of the holy day Yom Kippur
What are the possible effects of a diesel export ban on the economy and the environment?
President Trump said during a Tuesday press interview alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he has also called for a ban on U.S. diesel exports, joining other conservative voices who back the policy. Why it matters: Trump's endorsement marks a shift for an administration that has resisted calls to restrict fuel exports, as record diesel prices squeeze farmers and truckers and fuel Republican concerns ahead of the midterms. Economists and energy analysts the move could lower diesel prices for Americans in the short term but would likely raise prices globally including eventually in the U.S. Thought bubble, via Axios' Ben Geman: The politics of $6.50 diesel are quickly overwhelming a broad consensus among oil market analysts that an export ban could ultimately backfire. Zoom in: When asked if he supported a diesel ban endorsed by other Republicans, Trump said that he had called for that too. "I've said let's not send out the diesel. We make a lot of diesel, and it could have a little bit of an effect on regular automobile gasoline because when you do that, you know it's a sort of a flow, it's a balance. But no, I've called for it. I've called for it within my people."Representatives for the White House did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment on how the administration would implement such a ban. Catch up quick: Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) recently proposed blocking diesel exports, hoping to lower prices domestically, and other farm-state Republicans quickly signed on too. Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-Iowa), who faces a competitive re-election race, called for a diesel ban Monday while slamming the war in Iran.Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) said last week that he was "open" to an export ban. Zoom in: A ban would keep diesel that otherwise would be exported in the U.S., potentially increasing domestic supplies and lowering prices in the short term. But analysts warn it could drive up global diesel prices and eventually feed higher
What should be done to ensure the security of mail-in voting in our elections?
Federal prosecutors have charged a former U.S. Postal Service mail carrier in Utah with allegedly throwing away hundreds of pieces of mail, including about 300 mail-in ballots intended for voters in Eagle Mountain ahead of the state’s June primary. A federal grand jury indicted Damon Matai Seei, 34, of Payson, Utah, on Sept. 16 on […]
What are the reasons for and against Ireland's decision to boycott Eurovision over Israel's participation?
Public broadcaster says country's participation cannot be justified amid 'appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza'
How might Martha's Rule change the way people seek help in emergency rooms?
The rule is named after 13-year-old Martha Mills, whose family's concerns about her care were not listened to before her death
What are the potential implications of U.S. policy changes regarding access to Venezuelan oil for various stakeholders?
"The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics. Based in London, we go wherever the story is, bringing you exclusive interviews and market-moving scoops. Today's guests: Peter Trubowitz, London School of Economics International Relations Professor; Tina Fordham, Fordham Global Foresights Founder & Geopolitical Strategist; Wei Li, BlackRock Global Chief Investment Strategist; Amrita Sen, Energy Aspects Founder & Director of Market Intelligence; Robert Friedland, Sunrise Energy Metals Co-Chair & Ivanhoe Mines Founder (Source: Bloomberg)