France says will support EU designation of Iran’s IRGC as ‘terrorist’ group
Foreign minister announces apparent reversal of France’s stance, saying Iran protest crackdown ‘cannot go unanswered’.
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ICE thwarted from entering Ecuador’s consulate in Minneapolis by employee
Action comes amid federal agencies’ campaign in the city, prompting an official complaint to US embassy in QuitoAn Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent attempted to enter Ecuador’s consulate in Minneapolis, but was turned back by an employee…
Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs issues tearful farewell ahead of final season
Much like his broadcasts, Rick Rizzs’ retirement news conference was filled with the earnest joy, passion and humility that has endeared him to generations of Mariners fans.
Microsoft reports Q2 revenue up 17% YoY to $81.3B, operating income up 21% to $38.3B, net income up 60% to $38.5B, and Microsoft Cloud revenue up 26% to $51.5B (Microsoft)
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Microsoft reports Q2 revenue up 17% YoY to $81.3B, operating income up 21% to $38.3B, net income up 60% to $38.5B, and Microsoft Cloud revenue up 26% to $51.5B — Microsoft Cloud and AI Strength Drives Second Quarter Resul…
During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security
The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro’s removal, plans for oil sales, and the future of Venezuela.
Meta reports Q4 revenue up 24% YoY to $59.9B, vs. $58.35B est., net income up 9% to $22.8B, and family DAP up 7% to 3.58B for December; META up 4%+ after hours (Meta)
Meta:
Meta reports Q4 revenue up 24% YoY to $59.9B, vs. $58.35B est., net income up 9% to $22.8B, and family DAP up 7% to 3.58B for December; META up 4%+ after hours — Meta Platforms, Inc. (Nasdaq: META) today reported financial res…
‘Russia exaggerating gains in Ukraine to push for territorial concessions’
Speaking with FRANCE 24’s Mark Owen, Christina Harward, Russia Deputy Team Lead at the Institute for the Study of War, says that the ‘Russian advances are coming at a literal foot-pace’ and ‘this is not the picture that the Russians are trying to pain…
Trump battles Minneapolis shooting fallout as agents put on leave
The two US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents involved in the shooting of a man in Minneapolis have been put on leave.
Ex-Nigerian minister in bribery trial went on spending sprees, court hears – BBC
Ex-Nigerian minister in bribery trial went on spending sprees, court hears BBCEx-Opec head confronted tycoon over his threat to ‘take her down’, court hears Financial TimesNigeria’s ex-oil minister Alison-Madueke given ‘luxury’ li…
Assisted dying bill ‘no hope’ of passing unless Lords change approach, warns peer – BBC
Assisted dying bill ‘no hope’ of passing unless Lords change approach, warns peer BBCAssisted dying backers could use archaic procedure to bypass ‘undemocratic’ block by peers The GuardianAssisted dying law won’t happen this year,…