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Philippine President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr. drew a line in the sand during his keynote speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on Friday, saying a confrontation between China and the Philippines in the South China Sea that resulted in the deaths of Filipinos would be “very close to an act of war.” Responding to an audience question about mutual defense between the United States and the Philippines, the president said such an event would “have crossed the Rubicon.” Philippine President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr. drew a line in the sand during his keynote speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue in…

Good morning, readers. The final phase of the Odisha Assembly elections is fast approaching. Seven constituencies in the state are voting today, six of which are ST reserved seats. For the latest election news from across Odisha, stay tuned to DH. Last Update: May 31, 2024 20:30 ISTLast Update: May 31, 2024 20:30 ISTPandian is not my natural successor: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik reacts to Opposition campaignAhead of the final round of voting in Odisha state, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has made it clear that his close aide VK Pandian will not succeed him in the government or the…

TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — Belarusian authorities on Friday began trial proceedings in absentia against 20 prominent political analysts from some of the world’s biggest universities and think tanks, the latest move in the country’s years-long crackdown on opposition.The analysts, all of whom have left Belarus, face charges of conspiring to overthrow the government and joining an extremist group, which could see them face up to 12 years in prison if convicted and have their assets seized upon their return.In a statement, the analysts rejected the charges against them as “absurd” and said they “cannot expect a fair trial.”Belarus has seen…

Is fast food becoming a luxury item?A new survey on fast-food inflation finds that four-fifths of Americans say the same.Fast food prices are up 4.8 percent since last year and 47 percent since 2014, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.A new survey of more than 2,000 consumers from personal finance site LendingTree found that many diners frown upon their restaurant receipts.◾ 78% of consumers said they consider fast food a luxury item due to its high cost.Protect your assets: Best high-yield savings accounts for 2023◾ 62% said they are eating less fast food because of rising prices.◾ 65% said…

RUSTON, La. (KNOE) – Louisiana Tech University professor Dr. Jamie Newman has been selected as the Louisiana Tech University Foundation’s Professor of the Year, which annually recognizes someone who exemplifies excellence in teaching, service and scholarship. Newman, associate dean for research and graduate studies and associate professor in the School of Applied and Natural Sciences, received the award in recognition of his dedication to research, teaching and student mentoring, according to the foundation.“Dr. Newman has demonstrated excellence in each of these areas, and we are proud to honor her,” said Lisa Bradley, interim vice president for University Advancement. Newman said…

CNN — On Friday, a day after returning a guilty verdict in Chad Daybell’s murder trial, an Idaho jury began deliberating whether Daybell should be sentenced to death for killing his first wife and two children by his second wife. Daybell was convicted Thursday of first-degree murder and conspiracy in the deaths of his first wife, Tammy Daybell, and his two children with his second wife, Tylee Ryan, 16, and Joshua “JJ” Vallow, 7. Prosecutors have argued the murders were driven by power, sex, money and apocalyptic spiritual beliefs. The sentencing phase of Daybell’s trial began shortly after the guilty…

Fifteen members of the University of Scranton’s Class of 2023 have graduated from one of Scranton’s outstanding programs, the Robert L. McKeage Business Leadership Honors Program. Students in this highly select program learn fundamental leadership theories and concepts through specialized seminars and courses in management, ethics, strategy and analysis, as well as site visits to learn from top executives and projects on leadership, service and mentoring.Below is a list of 2024 Business Leadership Honors Program graduates and their majors.Gabriel M. AndiarioWyoming, Graduated, Bestmajoring in marketing.Madalyn R. BuhlerGraduated from Stony Point, New York Bestmajoring in finance. Buehler was also a member…

DELAYED: A protester wearing a T-shirt bearing the slogan “Red card for Israel” chained himself to the goal post before the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 qualifier between Scotland and Israel in Glasgow (Andy Buchanan)Kick-off for the women’s Euro 2025 qualifier between Scotland and Israel in Glasgow on Friday was delayed by more than 30 minutes after protesters escaped security at Hampden Park and chained themselves to the goalposts.Friday’s match in Glasgow and the “return match” in Hungary on June 4 will both be played behind closed doors.The decision comes against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza.But…

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif leaves for a five-day visit to China on Tuesday where he will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping to “jointly draw up a blueprint” for further strengthening ties between the two countries. The two countries are also looking to strengthen cooperation under the multi-billion dollar China-Pakistan Cooperation Agreement. Economic Corridor (CPEC). Pakistan’s foreign ministry spokesperson Mumtaz Zahra Baloch said on Friday that Sharif would visit China from June 4-8 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. The visit is aimed at improving cooperation in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor project, as the two countries look forward…

Voting for the 2024 Indian Lok Sabha elections will begin on June 1 with the seventh and final phase of voting.But shortly after the final voting day on Saturday, various agencies will be releasing figures projecting the likely winners and margins of victory based on the data they have collected.These predictions are made based on voter feedback collected by polling agencies after the polls have been cast. Even though the predictions are not always correct and have been scrutinized before, the idea behind exit polls is to reflect public sentiment ahead of the announcement of the actual results.When will the…