• New Report Claims Ukraine And U.S. Near ‘Landmark’ Drone Defense Deal

    The United States and Ukraine are reportedly moving toward a potentially “landmark” drone defense agreement that could give Washington access to battlefield-tested Ukrainian technology at a time when the Iran war has exposed the growing threat, and cost, of drone warfare.CBS News reported Tuesday that the two governments have drafted a memorandum outlining terms for a possible defense deal, citing three sources familiar with the matter. The draft, negotiated by the U.S. State Department and Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna, would allow Ukraine to export military technology to the United States and manufacture drones through joint ventures with American companies.Ukraine has…

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  • South Asian lifestyle collective Otherland Hotels announces its debut in Sri Lanka

    Otherland Galle Sri Lanka has roared back onto the global stage, its visitor numbers surging 50% year-over-year since 2023, fueled by Galle Fort’s charming allure, world-class surf breaks, and a tourism pivot toward authentic, adventure-laced escapes. Yet in South Asia’s hospitality scene, dominated by rigid five-stars and templated resorts, there’s…

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  • Don’t let RFK Jr distract from the big health threat: Sugar

    It’s not the food dye in Froot Loops that Americans should fear; it’s the more than 66 pounds of sugar they consume a year ARE there “toxic chemicals” in food killing Americans? That fear is getting lots of attention thanks to Robert F Kennedy Jr, president-elect Donald Trump’s pick to…

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  • Warner Bros. shareholders greenlight Paramount’s historic $111 billion takeover

    In one of Hollywood’s biggest corporate shake-ups in recent years, Warner Bros. shareholders on Thursday, April 23, approved Paramount’s acquisition by Skydance, marking a major step forward for the blockbuster entertainment deal. The merger would bring together two of the industry’s most prominent studios, combine their leading streaming platforms, and…

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  • IMF, World Bank Warn On Limits Of Shock Relief

    IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1% World Bank pledges up to $150 billion support Officials cite limits managing repeated geopolitical economic shocks U.S. role in global crisis leadership seen diminishing IMF cuts 2026 global growth forecast to 3.1%. World Bank pledges up to $150B as finance leaders admit…

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  • Upset Taylor Swift says she was told Ticketmaster could handle demand

    POP superstar Taylor Swift said on Friday it was “excruciating” for her to watch fans struggle to secure tickets for her upcoming U.S. tour after she had been assured that Ticketmaster could handle large demand. The New York Times reported that the US Justice Department was investigating whether Ticketmaster parent…

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