Constitutional Rights Of Undocumented Immigrants: Do They Have Any?
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President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty about the constitutional rights of undocumented immigrants during an NBC interview on May 6, 2025; The Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments extend due process and equal protection to all 'persons', not just citizens; Supreme Court cases affirming rights include Yick Wo v. Hopkins (1886), Plyler v. Doe (1982), and Zadvydas v. Davis (2001); Undocumented immigrants have rights such as a hearing before deportation, the right to apply for asylum, and protection against indefinite detention; Legal immigrants enjoy additional rights including stronger protection from removal and eligibility for public benefits; The article argues that constitutional protections apply to all individuals within U.S. borders, regardless of immigration status.
#Immigration #ConstitutionalRights #UndocumentedImmigrants #Trump #SupremeCourt #DueProcess #Asylum #LegalImmigrants #FourteenthAmendment #FifthAmendment
The CIA Using YouTube To Recruit 'Disillusioned' Chinese Officials
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The CIA is recruiting disillusioned Chinese officials as spies via YouTube; two Mandarin-language videos were released on May 2, 2025; CIA Director John Ratcliffe emphasized the urgency of countering the Chinese Communist Party; previous recruitment efforts included a text-only video seen 900,000 times; the campaign targets lower-level CCP officials, highlighting the wealth gap in China; political purges by Xi Jinping create fertile ground for recruitment; the CIA's approach reflects challenges in human intelligence operations due to surveillance; the campaign aims to plant doubt among disillusioned bureaucrats; experts suggest Beijing may respond with increased censorship and nationalist propaganda.
#Cia #China #Youtube #Recruitment #Intelligence #SocialMedia #Disillusionment #Politics #Surveillance #Propaganda
'It’s Imminent'—U.S. Dollar Fed Warning Braces Bitcoin For A BlackRock 'Megaforce' Price Shock
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Bitcoin price surged toward $100,000 as fears of U.S. dollar weakness grow; Deutsche Bank analysts predict a major dollar downtrend; Bitcoin accumulation by 'whales' increases; CoinShares reports $3.4 billion inflow into crypto products; Standard Chartered's Geoff Kendrick forecasts a new all-time high of $120,000 in Q2; BlackRock's Jay Jacobs highlights geopolitical fragmentation as a driving force for Bitcoin's rise; BlackRock manages over $10 trillion and has launched spot Bitcoin ETFs; Larry Fink of BlackRock admits Bitcoin is 'digital gold' and a legitimate financial instrument.
#Bitcoin #UsDollar #Blackrock #Crypto #MarketAnalysis #Investments #FinancialNews #Geopolitics #Etfs #Economy
Spain And Portugal Power Outages: Power Distributor Says Blackout May Last 10 More Hours (Live Updates)
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Widespread power outages reported in Spain, Portugal, and parts of France on April 28, 2025; Red Eléctrica, Spain's national power grid operator, estimates restoration could take up to 10 hours; blackout began at 12:30 PM local time; affected regions include Catalonia, Andalusia, Aragon, Basque Country, and Extremadura; E-Redes attributes the outage to a problem in the European power grid; travel disruptions reported in major cities, including Madrid and Lisbon; Madrid Open tennis tournament matches suspended due to power loss.
#PowerOutage #Spain #Portugal #Blackout #RedEléctrica #Eredes #TravelDisruption #MadridOpen #April2025
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Just 17% Of CEOs Have Invested In Climate Risk Protections For Workers
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A new report reveals that only 17% of CEOs have invested in strategies to protect employees from climate health risks. The report, released by the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, also states that extreme heat alone leads to a productivity loss of over 295 billion work hours globally each year. The commission's first report pulls together insights from other studies and highlights the need for more research, employer resources, and best practices to address the impact of climate change on workers. The report also emphasizes the lack of cross-sector collaboration and the absence of authoritative guidance on effective interventions. The commission is developing a financial risk assessment tool to identify spikes in healthcare costs related to extreme heat events or poor air quality. The report comes as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs a law that prevents local governments from implementing workplace heat standards, making Florida the second state to do so after Texas.
#Ceos #ClimateRisk #Workers #ExtremeHeat #ProductivityLoss #NationalCommissionOnClimateAndWorkforceHealth
Just 17% Of CEOs Have Invested In Climate Risk Protections For Workers
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A new report reveals that only 17% of CEOs have invested in strategies to protect employees from climate health risks. The report, released by the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, also states that extreme heat alone leads to a productivity loss of over 295 billion work hours globally each year. The commission's first report pulls together insights from other studies and highlights the need for more research, employer resources, and best practices to address the impact of climate change on workers. The report also emphasizes the lack of cross-sector collaboration and the absence of authoritative guidance on effective interventions. The commission is developing a financial risk assessment tool to identify spikes in healthcare costs related to extreme heat events or poor air quality. The report comes as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs a law that prevents local governments from implementing workplace heat standards, making Florida the second state to do so after Texas.
#Ceos #ClimateRisk #Workers #ExtremeHeat #ProductivityLoss #NationalCommissionOnClimateAndWorkforceHealth
Just 17% Of CEOs Have Invested In Climate Risk Protections For Workers
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A new report reveals that only 17% of CEOs have invested in strategies to protect employees from climate health risks. The report, released by the National Commission on Climate and Workforce Health, also states that extreme heat alone leads to a productivity loss of over 295 billion work hours globally each year. The commission's first report pulls together insights from other studies and highlights the need for more research, employer resources, and best practices to address the impact of climate change on workers. The report also emphasizes the lack of cross-sector collaboration and the absence of authoritative guidance on effective interventions. The commission is developing a financial risk assessment tool to identify spikes in healthcare costs related to extreme heat events or poor air quality. The report comes as Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signs a law that prevents local governments from implementing workplace heat standards, making Florida the second state to do so after Texas.
#Ceos #ClimateRisk #Workers #ExtremeHeat #ProductivityLoss #NationalCommissionOnClimateAndWorkforceHealth
Australian Leaders Attack ‘Egotistical Billionaire’ Elon Musk As X Refuses To Takedown Church Stabbing Posts
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Australian government officials, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and opposition leaders, attacked Elon Musk and his social media platform X on Monday after the company refused to comply with a government order to take down posts and videos about a knife attack on a church bishop that police have deemed a terror attack. X owner Elon Musk has come under criticism from Australian government officials over the platforms refusal to takedown posts related to the church stabbing. Last week, X’s Global Government Affairs team said it would not comply with an order by Australia’s eSafety Commissioner to take down violent and offensive posts of the attack, arguing the commission did not have “the authority to dictate what content X’s users can see globally.” In Canberra on Monday, Albanese said the issue wasn’t about freedom of expression but rather dangerous misinformation that can be “weaponized.” Musk targeted the country’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant on X over the weekend, calling her the “Australian censorship commissar,” claiming her agency was demanding “*global* content bans,” and sharing a post accusing her of being an activist trying to “police the internet” and “censor debate.” Australian Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek said Musk was an “egotistical billionaire” who thinks it’s more “important for him to show whatever he wants on X…than to respect the victims of the crimes.” The government has found backing from the leader of the country’s opposition coalition, Peter Dutton, who accused social media companies of acting “above the law” and offered support for legislation to crack down on misinformation.
#ElonMusk #X #AustralianGovernment #ChurchStabbing #SocialMedia
Australian Leaders Attack ‘Egotistical Billionaire’ Elon Musk As X Refuses To Takedown Church Stabbing Posts
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Australian government officials, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and opposition leaders, attacked Elon Musk and his social media platform X on Monday after the company refused to comply with a government order to take down posts and videos about a knife attack on a church bishop that police have deemed a terror attack. X owner Elon Musk has come under criticism from Australian government officials over the platforms refusal to takedown posts related to the church stabbing. Last week, X’s Global Government Affairs team said it would not comply with an order by Australia’s eSafety Commissioner to take down violent and offensive posts of the attack, arguing the commission did not have “the authority to dictate what content X’s users can see globally.” In Canberra on Monday, Albanese said the issue wasn’t about freedom of expression but rather dangerous misinformation that can be “weaponized.” Musk targeted the country’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant on X over the weekend, calling her the “Australian censorship commissar,” claiming her agency was demanding “*global* content bans,” and sharing a post accusing her of being an activist trying to “police the internet” and “censor debate.” Australian Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek said Musk was an “egotistical billionaire” who thinks it’s more “important for him to show whatever he wants on X…than to respect the victims of the crimes.” The government has found backing from the leader of the country’s opposition coalition, Peter Dutton, who accused social media companies of acting “above the law” and offered support for legislation to crack down on misinformation.
#ElonMusk #X #AustralianGovernment #ChurchStabbing #SocialMedia
House Will Vote Today On Nationwide TikTok Ban—Here’s What To Know
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The House of Representatives will vote Saturday on legislation that could ban TikTok nationwide by 2025. The bill, included in a foreign aid package, will require China-based ByteDance to sell TikTok within 270 days or face a ban in the U.S. President Joe Biden has the option to extend the deadline by 90 days. The bill received unanimous approval from the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Former President Donald Trump, who tried to ban TikTok in 2020, has voiced support for the ban while noting he believes the app still poses a national security threat. Elon Musk opposes the TikTok ban, saying it is contrary to freedom of speech and expression. The House vote will be followed by the Senate's consideration of the legislative package on April 29. TikTok opposes the legislation, stating that it tramples the free speech rights of millions of Americans and would devastate businesses and the U.S. economy. Efforts to ban TikTok in the U.S. have been ongoing due to concerns about data security and the Chinese government's access to user data.
#Tiktok #Ban #Legislation #Bytedance #NationalSecurity #Privacy #JoeBiden #DonaldTrump #ElonMusk
Don’t Let Media-Driven Fears Keep You From These 7%+ Dividends
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The article discusses the media's tendency to create fear and panic among investors, particularly regarding unemployment rates. It compares the current unemployment rate of 3.8% to the peak of 4% in 2022, emphasizing that there is no unemployment crisis. The article also mentions the media's concerns about inflation, which has slowed to 3.5% and is not dangerously high. It suggests investing in a covered-call fund like the Nuveen S&P 500 Dynamic Overwrite Fund (SPXX) or the Nuveen Nasdaq 100 Dynamic Overwrite Fund (QQQX) as a way to protect against market volatility and earn higher dividends. These funds hold stocks in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ, respectively, and sell covered-call options on their portfolios. The article advises investors not to get caught up in panic and sell at a loss, but instead to be patient and collect reliable income streams.
#Investing #Dividends #Media #Unemployment #Inflation #MarketVolatility
Billionaire’s Snack Flagship Changes Growth Recipe As China Pace Slows
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Want Want China, the snack and beverage company led by billionaire Tsai Eng-Meng, is changing its growth strategy as sales and shares decline due to slower growth in mainland China. Revenue fell by 4.4% in the 12 months to March 2023. Want Want China is now focusing on private-label snack business and low-alcohol beverage drinks. It is also looking to increase its revenue from outside of mainland China, with a factory in Vietnam as the first step towards expanding globally. Want Want China's chairman, Tsai Eng-Meng, is keeping his family involved in the business as he pursues wider ambitions. The company is also considering entering the coffee drinks market and expanding internationally, particularly in Southeast Asia and Western markets. Want Want China's shares are down 16% from a year earlier and below their recent peak of more than HK$8 in 2022.
#WantWantChina #TsaiEngmeng #SnackIndustry #BeverageIndustry #ChinaMarket #PrivatelabelBusiness #LowalcoholBeverages #VietnamFactory #CoffeeDrinksMarket #InternationalExpansion
5 Unconventional Places To Look For Jobs Now The Market Is Recovering
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The US Economy added 303,000 jobs in March, marking the 39th month in a row of job growth. Unemployment has held below 4% for 26 months straight. The talent market is expected to see more liquidity as pent-up demand catalyzes job changes. Strategies for navigating the post-pandemic job market include maximizing presence on LinkedIn, getting referrals, setting alerts on LinkedIn and Indeed, exploring venture capital/private equity talent networks, checking state government websites, utilizing alumni networks, exploring industry publication job boards, and conducting direct Boolean searches. Understanding how recruiters work and the resource constraints employers face can optimize job search strategy.
#JobMarket #JobSearch #TalentMarket #Linkedin #Referrals #JobBoards #VentureCapital #PrivateEquity #StateGovernment #AlumniNetworks #IndustryPublications #BooleanSearches
Interest Rates & Inflation: UK Inflation Falls By Less Than Expected Denting Hope Of Early Interest Rate Cut
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UK annual inflation fell to 3.2% in March 2024, its lowest level in over two years, down from 3.4% the previous month. The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 0.6% in March compared to a rise of 0.8% in March 2023. The largest downward contribution to the headline figure came from food prices, while rising fuel prices partially offset the fall. The Bank of England is unlikely to cut interest rates before autumn due to inflation still running above target. The European Central Bank and US Federal Reserve are also grappling with the challenge of reducing borrowing costs while inflation remains high. US inflation rose to 3.5% in the year to March, while Eurozone inflation stood at 2.4%. The Bank of England's next interest rate-setting decision is due on 9 May.
#UkInflation #ConsumerPricesIndex #BankOfEngland #InterestRates #EconomicGrowth
https://www.forbes.com/uk/advisor/personal-finance/2024/04/17/inflation-rate-update/
Perfect Storm: AI, Robots, Chip Shortages. Can Automakers Weather It?
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The auto industry is facing a perfect storm of challenges, including inflation, the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), the rise of AI and robotics, chip shortages, and policy shifts on subsidies. Established car manufacturers are experiencing labor disputes and layoffs, while facing competition from Chinese EV companies and new players like Vietnam's VinFast. The cost of making cars is rising, making car ownership unaffordable for many. The transition to EVs is just the beginning, as the manufacturing process itself is undergoing a complete overhaul with the introduction of AI and robotics. However, this automation may come at the expense of human jobs. The ongoing global chip shortage is further hampering the production of EVs and autonomous vehicles. City planners dream of reducing car usage and promoting walking, cycling, and public transportation, but this disrupts traditional revenue streams and clashes with national governments reliant on car sales and manufacturing jobs. Legacy automakers must adapt to technological disruption and find ways to reduce emissions and consumption while ensuring affordable and accessible mobility. Up-skilling the workforce, untangling the supply chain, promoting multimodal mobility, rethinking urban transportation revenue, and embracing a platform approach are key strategies for navigating this perfect storm. The choices made today will shape the future of the auto industry and our society as a whole.
#AutoIndustry #Ai #Robots #ChipShortages #ElectricVehicles #Manufacturing #Automation #SupplyChain #UrbanTransportation #Sustainability
5 High-Paying Side Hustles You Can Start Within A Few Hours
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The article discusses the concept of side hustles and passive income ideas as quick-fix solutions for generating income. It emphasizes the need to avoid get-rich-quick schemes and highlights the importance of investing brain capital and conducting market research. The article then presents five high-paying side hustles that can be started quickly: signing up to freelance platforms like Upwork and Fiverr, starting online tutoring on platforms like Tutor.com, selling digital items on platforms like Gumroad and Etsy, becoming a delivery driver on platforms like DoorDash and Instacart, and selling print-on-demand products on platforms like Printiful and Printify. The article advises individuals to craft their unique brand, promote their business, and continuously update their services to stay on-trend.
#SideHustles #PassiveIncome #Freelance #Tutoring #DigitalProducts #DeliveryDriver #Printondemand
‘Fallout’ Star Revisits ‘Dune’ 1984 When He Played Original Paul Atreides
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Kyle McLachlan, star of 'Fallout', reflects on his role as Paul Atreides in the 1984 film 'Dune' and discusses his current success. McLachlan is currently starring in the Prime Video series 'Fallout', based on the popular video game franchise. He expresses his admiration for Timothée Chalamet's portrayal of Paul Atreides in the recent film adaptation of 'Dune'. McLachlan highlights the different interpretations of the story by directors David Lynch and Denis Villeneuve. He believes that both the 1984 film and the recent adaptation should be celebrated and looks forward to 'Dune: Part Two'.
The 15 Best Hotels In Rome, From Romantic Palazzos To Luxe Abodes
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Rome's hotel scene has recently hit its stride with new properties opening left, right, and center. From historical palazzos transformed into lavish retreats to art-filled contemporary sanctuaries, the best hotels in Rome complement the Eternal City's rich tapestry of art, culture, and cuisine. Some feature Michelin-starred restaurants and buzzy rooftop terraces, while others are home to lavish spas inspired by ancient Roman rituals. The best hotels in Rome for 2024, based on multiple trips and stays, include Hotel de Russie, Bulgari Hotel Roma, Hotel Vilòn, Hotel Eden, Villa Agrippina, Six Senses Rome, Rome Cavalieri, Hotel Palazzo Manfredi, Hassler Roma, Chapter Roma, Portrait Roma, Sofitel Roma Villa Borghese, The St. Regis Rome, G-Rough, and Skyloft Penthouse.
#Hotels #Rome #Luxury #Accommodation #Travel
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbes-personal-shopper/article/best-hotels-in-rome/
Inflation And Banks Drag Stocks Lower Despite Earnings
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Stocks and bonds slumped due to rising inflation and subdued bank earnings. The S&P 500 declined by 1.5% for the week, while the 10-year Treasury yield rose from 4.4% to 4.5%. The Magnificent 7 tech stocks, including Microsoft, Meta Platforms, Amazon, Apple, NVIDIA, Alphabet, and Tesla, bucked the trend with a gain of 1%. Blended earnings for the first quarter are worse than forecasts at the end of the quarter, with a growth rate of -0.9% year-over-year. The healthcare sector was the biggest detractor from S&P 500 earnings growth, with estimates for Bristol-Myers Squibb slashed. March CPI was 3.5% year-over-year, higher than expected. The sharper rise in the supercore CPI reading may challenge the narrative that wage growth doesn't drive inflation. The odds of a June Fed rate cut fell to 30%, with a higher probability of rate cuts starting in July. The total rate cuts expected in 2024 fell to two. Bank earnings this week may be impacted by worries about future lending income and exposure to the troubled office real estate sector. Economic growth continues to support earnings growth forecasts despite inflation concerns.
#Stocks #Inflation #Earnings #S&p500 #BankEarnings #Cpi #TreasuryYield #TechStocks #HealthcareSector #FedRateCut
Why Better Mental Health Support For Young People Is No Longer Optional
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Building robust employment pipelines and a mentally resilient workforce means investing in the mental health of children. Approximately 1 in 5 kids have a mental, emotional, or behavioral disorder. Last year, over 2.7 million young people in the U.S. experienced severe depression—with 60% of youth who experienced a major depressive episode receiving no treatment. 75% of mental health disorders happen before the age of 24. Serious mental illness costs the U.S. economy more than $190 billion in earnings. More than 6,000 kids and young adults ages 10–24 died by suicide in 2022. Morgan Stanley has committed $20 million to kids' mental health and focuses on early intervention and prevention methods. Parents can support their children's mental health by practicing active listening and setting an example with their own mental health. Collaboration and investment in youth mental health are essential to address the crisis.
#MentalHealth #YoungPeople #Children #Workforce #Investment
What Entrepreneurs Need To Know To Leverage AI In Creating Faster Startups
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Ai offers potential benefits for startups, including increased efficiency, cost savings, new customer service, and growth opportunities. Ai tools use algorithms for automation and analyzing information. Insights from Babson's article 'The Age of AI: Seven Things Entrepreneurs Need to Know' include the ability for non-programmers to create prototypes, rapid knowledge acquisition, and the ability to prototype various aspects of a startup. Entrepreneurs should navigate ethical considerations and legal issues while exploring these tools.
#Ai #Startups #Entrepreneurs #Technology