Henry Raymont, First to Report Bay of Pigs Invasion, Dies at 98
[On assignment for U.P.I. in Cuba, he learned of the U.S.- backed effort to overthrow Fidel Castro and was imprisoned. He later worked for The New York Times.
Murder through monologue
SLOUGH, ENGLAND: Out of all the serial killers running rampant in the world of fiction, only two can get away with giving us a relentless on-screen running commentary of their unapologetic innermost thoughts. The first is Dexter Morgan (a more dedicated forensic specialist, we have yet to meet). The second is Joe Goldberg, lover of … Read more
Heinrich Klassen retires from international cricket
South African wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a seven-year career with the Proteas. The announcement came via Klaasen’s social media, where he described the decision as a difficult but necessary step for the sake of his family and future. “It is a sad day for me as I announce … Read more
Bahrain announces $17 billion in US deals during Trump talks
Listen to article Bahrain’s Crown Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa on Wednesday announced plans to invest over $17 billion in the United States during a meeting with President Donald Trump. The high-level discussions focused on trade, Iran, and regional security matters. As part of the investment package, Bahrain is expected to sign a $7 billion deal … Read more
Carney Moves to Reduce Canada’s Chinese Steel Imports in Response to Trump’s Tariffs
Canada’s steel industry fears that Chinese steel facing steep tariffs in the United States will be sent north and overwhelm the Canadian market.
Andreessen Horowitz Calls for a Delaware Exodus
[The investment firm Andreessen Horowitz is moving its incorporation out of the First State, and urging others to follow, as backlash to its courts grows.
Political Rivalry in Zambia Extends to Funeral of Former President Edgar Lungu
The burial site of Edgar Lungu, Zambia’s former president, has become the latest conflict in a relationship marred by hostility
He Helped Create NPR. Now He May See it Be Defunded.
[Bill Siemering, 91, says potential funding cuts put a “unique, invaluable cultural resource” at risk.
How to Travel Without a Phone
Leaving your device at home might seem daunting, but it can result in a deeper connection to a place and more authentic interactions with locals.
20 States Sue Trump Administration Over Ending FEMA Funding for Disaster Mitigation
FEMA announced in April that it was ending the funding to eliminate “waste, fraud and abuse.” The program saved taxpayers more than $150 billion over 20 years, the plaintiffs said.
