Dozens rescued from Azovstal tunnels as Mariupol siege grinds on
Dozens more civilians were evacuated Friday from the Azovstal steel plant tunnels in Mariupol. About 50 people, including at least one child, were handed to UN and ICRC representatives with further evacuations expected. The operation follows roughly 500 civilians freed in recent days as Russia presses to finish the siege before Victory Day.
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U.N
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Kyiv
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California speeds up plan to be abortion sanctuary
California Democrats accelerate steps to enshrine abortion rights as a constitutional shield. Gov Newsom and lawmakers seek voter approval to protect providers from other states, while a fast tracked bill would bar out of state penalties for aiding abortions in California.
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Governor Likely to Unveil Budget Revisions Next Week
The governor is expected to announce a revised budget proposal next week outlining changes to revenue projections and spending priorities. Analysts anticipate targeted allocations, potential tax adjustments, and new policy areas to balance the fiscal outlook.
Explosion kills 22 at Havana Hotel in Cuba
A powerful natural gas explosion at the Hotel Saratoga in central Havana killed 22, including a child, and injured about 74 as walls were torn from the 96 room luxury hotel. Officials said no tourists were present during renovations and families near the blast were relocated.
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Reinaldo Garcia Zapata
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Miguel Diaz-Canel
Julio Guerra Izquierdo
Ministry of Health
Diaz-Canel
Vehicle linked to Alabama escapee found in Tennessee
The burnt orange Ford Edge tied to murder suspect Casey White and jailed official Vicky White was found impounded in Tennessee after a week idle. Authorities, led by U S Marshals, identified the car hours after Garland labeled the pair dangerous. White stands 6 feet 9 inches and weighs about 340 pounds with distinctive tattoos.
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Lauderdale County
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U S adds 428000 jobs in April extending hiring streak
Washington reports 428000 new payrolls in April keeping unemployment at 3.6 percent. The government data show steady hiring despite high inflation and supply constraints, with employers adding at least 400000 jobs for 12 straight months and a resilient labor market.
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America
Ukraine
Labor Department
Cocaine Stash Found Amid Coffee Beans at Nespresso Warehouse
Swiss police say over 1100 pounds of cocaine with 80 percent purity and a market value exceeding 50 million francs were found by workers unloading coffee beans at a Nespresso warehouse in Romont Fribourg. Authorities set up a broad security perimeter with regional police and called in customs and border control after alert from the company.
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