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29 Aug 2024
#politics
Fox News: College athletes are being offered thousands to endorse Montana senator's re-election bid through NIL deals
College athletes in Montana are being approached to create endorsement videos for Senator Jon Tester, who is campaigning for re-election in a vulnerable 2024 seat. Offers range from $400 to $2,400 for promotional videos, sourced via a platform for Name, Image, and Likeness deals.
The initiative has raised concerns among athletes, particularly regarding Tester's voting record on issues affecting female athletes. Tester's campaign has denied knowledge of this effort, while criticism from the National Republican Senatorial Committee emphasizes discontent over his stances.
Forbes: Election 2024 Swing State Polls: Harris Erases Trump’s Lead In Georgia And Nevada
Recent polls indicate Vice President Kamala Harris is gaining traction against former President Donald Trump in key battleground states such as Georgia and Nevada. This shift is attributed to increased backing from Black, female, and younger voters following Joe Biden's withdrawal from the race.
In Georgia, Harris holds a slight lead among registered voters, while Nevada shows mixed results. Harris remains competitive across various states, with her overall lead at one point across seven battleground areas, marking a reversal from earlier predictions.
The Economist: Politics
Israeli warplanes targeted Hizbullah missile sites in southern Lebanon, following multiple rocket fire towards northern Israel, with most intercepted by the Iron Dome. Both parties sought to de-escalate tensions afterward.
In Gaza, Israeli troops rescued a Bedouin hostage, while counter-terrorism operations in the West Bank resulted in ten Palestinian deaths.
The Economist: Europe’s lefties know how to bash migrants (nearly) as well as the hard right
European political parties across the spectrum are shifting their stance on migration, responding to electoral pressures. While leftist leaders once advocated for open borders, they are now adopting stricter immigration policies to align with public sentiment.
This reflects a broader trend of xenophobia influencing political discourse, where parties previously opposing hardline measures are now embracing them for electoral viability.
#society
The Telegraph: Shark decapitates teenager on Jamaican beach
A 16-year-old Jamaican boy, Jahmari Reid, was decapitated by a shark while spearfishing alone near Trelawny. His body was discovered by divers the following day near a tiger shark, which locals have since attempted to kill.
This incident marks a rare shark attack in Jamaica, with only three reported since 1749. Local authorities emphasize the need for caution during spearfishing activities.
The Economist: Business
French prosecutors charged Telegram's Pavel Durov for not addressing criminal activity on the app, impacting its 900 million users. This follows rising tensions between governments and social media firms.
In the U.S., Mark Zuckerberg claimed the Biden administration pressured Meta to censor pandemic-related content, while Brazil’s Supreme Court threatened to shut down X amid a dispute with Elon Musk.
GB News: Neighbour formally complains living next to Airbnb is 'unnerving' - before incredible inconsistency emerges
A resident in Gullane, Martin Hopley, has opposed a neighbor's Airbnb, citing noise and disruption. However, it emerged that Hopley himself holds a short-term let license for student accommodation, raising questions about his objections.
Hopley maintains his case differs, arguing his property is in a block with similar accommodations, while the Airbnb shares a communal entrance with owner-occupied flats. Concerns were also raised regarding the lack of professional management for the holiday let.
The Telegraph: Hong Kong jails two journalists for sedition in first case since 1997
Two editors in Hong Kong have been convicted of conspiring to publish seditious articles, marking the first such rulings in nearly 30 years. Chung Pui-kuen and Patrick Lam, linked to the now-defunct Stand News, face sentencing amid widespread concerns over press freedoms since the 2019 protests.
Critics argue the verdict illustrates a broader crackdown on dissent under the national security law imposed by China, with rights organizations calling it a serious threat to journalism in Hong Kong. The case highlights the decline of press liberty in the city.
GB News: Keir Starmer is using 'common sense' by implementing smoking ban, says Steve Miller
The British hospitality industry faces potential closures due to plans for a new smoking ban, as confirmed by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The measure aims to reduce health-related costs on the NHS and taxpayers.
#foreignaffairs
Times Of Israel: Foiled Taylor Swift concert plot aimed to kill ‘tens of thousands,’ says CIA official
A foiled plot to attack Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna aimed to kill tens of thousands of fans. The CIA alerted Austrian authorities about a group linked to ISIS, leading to the arrest of suspects, cancellation of shows, and concern for fan safety.
Swift expressed her devastation at the cancellations but was grateful no lives were lost. The incident has drawn parallels to other concert-related terrorist attacks.
The Telegraph: Australian prime minister caught asking US to ‘go halvies’ on Pacific security plan
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was caught on a hot mic joking about sharing costs for a new Pacific security initiative with a U.S. official. His comments suggest a potential alignment with U.S. interests in countering China's influence in the region, raising suspicions domestically and from Beijing.
Albanese later dismissed concerns about U.S. involvement in forming a Pacific police force and emphasized the initiative's importance for regional stability. Despite Australia's historical leadership in Pacific security, China's expanding presence has alarmed western nations, prompting the new policing strategy.
#economy
Forbes: Nvidia Falls More Than 4% On Opening Despite Beating Sales, Profit Expectations
Nvidia's shares opened down over 4% following its Q2 earnings report, despite strong sales of $30 billion and profits of $16.6 billion, both exceeding expectations. Analysts caution that the stock's rapid rise may not be sustainable amid lower-than-expected revenue forecasts.
The overall investor sentiment has been cautious, reflecting concerns about the longevity of the AI chip boom. Other chip stocks also saw declines post-earnings but recovered slightly at the market's opening.
#culture
Fox News: John Stamos claims Church of Scientology 'kicked me out' for being 'too annoying'
John Stamos revealed that he was nearly drawn to the Church of Scientology at 17, initially influenced by a girl and John Travolta. However, his lighthearted behavior in the church led to him being asked to leave during his first visit.
He later described the church as "creepy" after encountering unusual questions about crime and personal beliefs during his brief experience.
#health
GB News: Health warning as New Hampshire man dies from mosquito virus that kills one in three...US towns face closures
A New Hampshire man has died from eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), a rare but serious mosquito-borne virus. He developed severe symptoms and died within a week, prompting health officials in Massachusetts to implement curfews and closures to curb the virus's spread.
EEE has no known vaccine or cure, and public health authorities advise precautions, such as using repellent and avoiding outdoor activities during peak mosquito hours. The virus typically affects horses but can lead to severe outcomes for humans.