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The Democratic presidential nomination crisis began as a visceral reaction to President Joe Biden’s public turmoil, and that element of judgment continues to rightly play a key role in Democrats’ belief that Biden is no longer up to the task of saving the party and the country from Donald Trump. But setting aside Biden’s polling (bad) and performative sentiment (even worse), Biden’s conduct in this case violates a clear black letter line: it is disqualifying in and of itself, beyond his effectiveness as a candidate. Biden didn’t break any laws, but he did violate two important norms. First, he invited…
If you buy through links on our site, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more The Copa America continues tonight with the final quarter-final match to determine the final four teams to progress to the semi-finals, and we’ve rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch Uruguay vs Brazil, including cable, live streaming and free options.Tonight’s match between Uruguay and Brazil is going to be a tough one. Uruguay (tied with Argentina) has the most Copa America wins of all time, with 15 titles in the club’s history. However, it’s been a while since Uruguay…
Via Metal MinerIt’s clear that China’s economy is not yet back on track, as various data for May released on Monday show. According to data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), China’s industrial production grew 5.6% in May 2024 compared to May 2023. However, overall production was down from a 6.7% increase in April this year. Despite this year-on-year increase, industrial production in May fell short of analysts’ expectations of an increase of around 6%, partly due to a slowdown in the real estate sector despite government-led fiscal support measures. Meanwhile, retail sales, another indicator of economic growth, rose…
Minnesota Vikings rookie Kylee Jackson and two Wise High School teammates were killed in a three-vehicle crash early Saturday in Upper Marlboro when their car was struck by another vehicle and sent off the road, Maryland State Police said.Police said Jackson, 24, was in the same vehicle as Anthony Litton Jr., 24, and Isaiah Hazell, 23. Jackson and Hazell were pronounced dead at the scene, and Litton was taken to a hospital where he later died.The accident happened around 3:14 a.m. on northbound Interstate 4 near Presidential Parkway. Police said the three men were in a Dodge Charger driven by…
ISLAMABAD: A Pakistani scientist who grew up and attended medical school in the UK has become one of the first people to receive Saudi Arabian citizenship, according to a list published by financial news portal Algaam.As part of its Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is opening up citizenship to highly skilled professionals, aiming to attract and retain outstanding global talent to boost the Kingdom’s economic and social development.A Royal Decree to this effect was issued in November 2021, allowing people from specialist fields such as science, medicine, culture, sports and technology to apply for citizenship.Dr. Mehmood Khan, who earned his medical…
Top seed Iga Swiatek suffered a shock exit at Wimbledon in the third round, losing to world number 35 Yulia Putintseva.Putintseva fought back after dropping a set to stun Poland’s Swiatek 3-6, 6-1, 6-2.”I feel really, really great,” Putintseva said. In the round of 16, she will face Latvia’s 13th seed, Jelena Ostapenko.”I felt that on the court and I was fired up. I just wanted to entertain the crowd more and more with my shots.”In other action on Saturday, two-time finalist Ons Jabeur of Tunisia lost 6-1, 7-6 (7-4) to Elena Svitolina of Ukraine.Swiatek continues to struggle on grassWimbledon…
Despite various legal concerns raised, the Jackson City Council voted to approve an ordinance that would require security guards to be stationed at any business that has three violent crimes within a 90-day period.Shortly after the ordinance was proposed, City Attorney Drew Martin told the City Council he believed the ordinance was unenforceable and violated state law. Other cities around the country have passed similar ordinances, but they didn’t stand up to constitutional challenges, he said.”I’ve told the city council on a number of occasions that I think this ordinance is well-intentioned, but I don’t believe it’s enforceable,” Martin said.…
Tropical Storm Beryl was expected to make landfall as a potentially damaging hurricane, and the entire Texas coastline was under a hurricane watch on Saturday as residents braced for its approach.At least 11 people were killed in the storm, which battered Jamaica and the Caribbean earlier this week and was a hurricane when it made landfall on Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula on Friday morning. It weakened to a tropical storm as it crossed the Yucatan Peninsula, but is expected to strengthen again into a hurricane on its way to Texas, according to the National Hurricane Center.”This remains a powerful storm,” Texas…
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden gave his first television interview Friday since his poor debate performance, a key moment in which he sought to reassure allies and voters.The 22-minute primetime special aired in its entirety on ABC, “uncut, unedited, untouched in any way,” said interviewer George Stephanopoulos.It’s unclear whether Biden has been successful in fixing things. Though he was more consistent than he was in the debates, his interviews were marked by a mix of denial (to polls showing he was losing the race), defiance (to calls for him to drop out of the race) and dismissal (to critics who…
Paul McCartney’s home boasts a lived-in look. While ultra-modern, minimalist designs have fallen out of fashion in recent years, the legendary musician offers a fresh alternative to the fading look. The result is an incredibly human look that reflects the personal style of its occupants.The Beatles’ living room embodies timeless ’60s design style, rather than blindly following trends. McCartney’s space is filled with warm, natural wood, from the built-ins to the coffee table and piano. Comforting textiles, like the white-and-blue curtains and plaid bench, bring texture and quirky character. Nearly every free surface in the room is covered with art:…