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Sunday Morning: Stories From London And Helsinki

April 9, 2023: Emma Nelson, Latika Bourke and Steve Cannane on the weekend’s biggest talking points. We also speak to Monocle’s editorial director, Tyler Brûlé, in Portugal and hear from our Helsinki correspondent, Petri Burtsoff.

Front Page: The New York Times, Sunday, April 9, 2023

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Leaked Documents Reveal Depth of U.S. Spy Efforts and Russia’s Military Struggles

The new documents appear to show that America’s understanding of Russian planning remains extensive and that the United States is able to warn Ukraine’s military about Moscow’s future operations.
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The information, exposed on social media sites, also shows that U.S. intelligence services are eavesdropping on important allies.

Georgia Looms Next After Trump’s Indictment in New York

For Donald J. Trump, the possibility of a second criminal indictment in another state underscores the blizzard of legal challenges he is facing, even as he emerges as the clear front-runner among Republican presidential candidates.

Former President Donald J. Trump now faces a very different legal challenge in the culmination of a more than two-year Atlanta investigation into election interference.

Live Music Is Roaring Back. But Fans Are Reeling From Sticker Shock.

Buying concert tickets has become a mess of high prices and surcharges, anxiety-inducing registrations and pervasive scalping as some of pop’s biggest acts hit the road again.

At Stanford Law School, the Dean Takes a Stand for Free Speech. Will It Work?

After a student protest, Jenny S. Martinez wrote a much-praised memo defending academic freedom. But that protest shows how complicated protecting free speech can be.

Front Page: The New York Times – April 8, 2023

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In Dealing With China, U.S. and Europe Take Different Tacks

President Emmanuel Macron of France shaking hands with President Xi Jinping of China in front of large Chinese and French flags.
President Emmanuel Macron of France talked with President Xi Jinping of China about strengthening commerce between Europe and China during a visit to Beijing this month.

The Biden administration says there is “convergence.” But trans-Atlantic leaders adopt different strategies on security and trade issues — including on Ukraine and Taiwan.

U.S. Job Growth Eases, but Extends Its Streak

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Employers added 236,000 jobs as the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate increases appeared to take a toll. The unemployment rate fell to 3.5 percent.

The Biden administration says there is “convergence.” But trans-Atlantic leaders adopt different strategies on security and trade issues — including on Ukraine and Taiwan.

Judge Invalidates F.D.A. Approval of the Abortion Pill Mifepristone

The Texas judge’s ruling was quickly contradicted by another federal judge in Washington State who ordered the F.D.A. to keep mifepristone available.

New Batch of Classified Documents Appears on Social Media Sites

Secret documents that appear to detail American national security secrets on Ukraine, the Middle East and China have surfaced online.

In A.I. Race, Microsoft and Google Choose Speed Over Caution

Technology companies were once leery of what some artificial intelligence could do. Now the priority is winning control of the industry’s next big thing.

News: Ukraine’s Focus On Crimea, France & EU Lobby China, Israel Strikes Gaza

The Globalist, April 7, 2023: Ukraine clarifies its stance on Crimea. Plus: an eventful week in Chinese foreign policy, depictions of mafia in the media and the latest theatre news.

Front Page: The New York Times – Friday April 7, 2023

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U.S. Acknowledges Afghanistan Evacuation Should Have Started Sooner

Afghans trying to flee the country waved their documents at U.S. Marines outside the airport in Kabul, Afghanistan, in August 2021.

President Biden’s decision to end a 20-year war in August 2021 led to the swift collapse of the Afghan government and military. His administration has placed heavy blame on his predecessor.

I.R.S. Unveils $80 Billion Plan to Overhaul Tax Collection

The Internal Revenue Service unveiled a plan to lay the groundwork for a significant overhaul of one of the most scrutinized arms of the federal government.

The 10-year strategy document outlines a focus on improving customer service and cracking down on tax evasion by corporations and the wealthy.

In Northern Ireland Town, Painful Memories Lie Beneath a Fragile Peace

Twenty-five years after the Good Friday Agreement ended an era of bloodshed, this is a moment to celebrate reconciliation across Northern Ireland. But for many, the past is not always easy to leave behind.

Safety Net Barriers Add to Child Poverty in Immigrant Families

Both legal immigrants and undocumented parents face hurdles in getting aid. The problem has grown more acute as children of immigrants account for a growing share of young people.

News: Turkey-Russia Ties, Australia Politics, Japan Expands Overseas Defense

The Globalist, April 6, 2023: As Russia’s foreign minister, Sergey Lavrov, visits Turkey, we assess the current state of relations between the two countries? Plus: Australia’s Liberal Party opposes having an Indigenous voice in parliament, the latest tech news and unusual anti-bullying policies in Japan and South Korea.

Front Page: The New York Times – April 6, 2023

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Wisconsin Rout Points to Democrats’ Enduring Post-Dobbs Strength

Janet Protasiewicz, second from right, celebrated her victory in Wisconsin’s Supreme Court race with the three sitting liberal justices, from left, Jill Karofsky, Rebecca Dallet and Ann Walsh Bradley.

A resounding victory by a liberal judge who ran on abortion rights showed that a largely unified political left is keeping up its momentum, and served as a new warning sign to Republicans.

Trump’s Charges Bring Doubts, Hopes and Uncertainty in Both Parties

In the coming months, former President Donald J. Trump will have to balance his presidential campaign with court proceedings and possibly a trial in New York.

To some Republicans and Democrats, the charges appeared flimsy and less consequential than many had hoped. To others, the case had the potential to reverberate politically.

In Ohio, Electric Cars Are Starting to Reshape Jobs and Companies

The state, heavily dependent on the auto industry, is a case study in whether electric vehicles will create or destroy jobs.

Zelensky Gets Hero’s Welcome in Poland, Cementing Ukraine’s Ties

Polish leaders backed Ukraine’s bid for NATO membership, but even without that, Russia’s invasion is making the alliance’s eastern flank more united, and more important.

News: Tsai Ing-wen Tours America, China’s Threats, Trump Under Arrest In NY

The Globalist, April 5, 2023: Tsai Ing-wen tours the Americas and China threatens retaliation. Plus: Donald Trump hands himself in and Moncole’s editor in chief, Andrew Tuck, discusses L’Oréal’s biggest acquisition.

Front Page: The New York Times – Wednesday, April 5

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From President to Defendant: Trump Pleads Not Guilty to 34 Felonies

Donald J. Trump waved as he arrived at the courthouse to surrender.

The former president, who appeared in a Manhattan courtroom on Tuesday, is accused of covering up a potential sex scandal during the 2016 election.

Biden Has the Oval Office. But Trump Has Center Stage.

President Biden addressed reporters for four minutes on Tuesday, a day when his predecessor commanded much of the spotlight.

The White House hopes the chaos of Donald Trump’s legal challenges will reinforce the reasons voters turned to President Biden in 2020.

Analysis: A Surprise Accusation Bolsters a Risky Case Against Trump

The unsealed case against Donald J. Trump accuses him of falsifying records in part to lay the groundwork for planned lies to tax authorities.

Finland Joins NATO in a Power Shift and Rebuke to Putin

The Nordic country became the alliance’s 31st member on Tuesday, spurred by the war in Ukraine, in a strategic setback for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.

News: Finland Joins NATO, Trump Faces Charges In Court, Macron Meets Xi

The Globalist, April 4, 2023: Finland officially joins NATO. Plus Donald Trump is set to face criminal charges in court, Emmanuel Macron arrives in China to meet Xi Jingping and the latest news from the Balkans.