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Susan Crawford is the liberal candidate for a seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, but tech titan Elon Musk is piling money into the conservative bid to stop her

Wisconsin Supreme Court Election Results: Susan Crawford Defeats Elon Musk-Backed Brad Schimel

Democrats are over the moon after Susan Crawford crushed the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, defeating Brad Schimel who had the support of Elon Musk and President Donald Trump.

Trump Faces First Electoral Setback After Wisconsin Supreme Court Vote
Republicans Sweep Florida's Special Elections To Maintain Narrow House Majority
Musk's AI Chatbot Defies Its Maker, Declaring Million-Dollar Wisconsin Voter Giveaway 'Likely Violates Federal Law'

Trump Set To Unleash 'Liberation Day' Tariffs
Trump will roll out the measures flanked by cabinet members in the Rose Garden of the White House at 4:00 pm (2000 GMT) -- after Wall Street markets close -- promising that they will stop America being "ripped off" and will deliver a new "golden age" of US industry.
Judge Delays Ruling On $500M USIP Asset Transfer To GSA Amid Legal Dispute
Judge Beryl Howell on Tuesday chose not to make a decision, but review briefings from both USIP and the Justice Department before considering whether to block the transfer.
Republicans Sweep Florida's Special Elections To Maintain Narrow House Majority
In what was widely considered a referendum on President Donald Trump's first 10 weeks in office, Republican candidates won their special elections to the House of Representatives in his home state of Florida on Tuesday.
US Senator Smashes Record With Marathon Anti-Trump Speech
A Democratic US lawmaker shattered a record for the longest speech in Senate history, staying on his feet for more than 25 hours to deliver a fiery protest against President Donald Trump's "unconstitutional" actions.
Boeing Chief To Acknowledge 'Serious Missteps' At US Senate Hearing
The head of US aerospace giant Boeing will on Wednesday tell senators that the company has made "serious missteps in recent years" and commit to restoring consumer and investor confidence, according to an advance copy of his remarks.
Meme Politics: White House Embraces Aggressive Alt-right Online Culture
Posting for provocation's sake has long been the province of internet antagonists and the alt-right, but these days, even the official White House X account is embracing the communications strategy that often celebrates others' suffering.
Republican Senator Admits Tariffs Will 'Absolutely' Cause 'Short-Term Pain' For Voters
A Republican Senator supporting President Donald Trump's tariff plan has admitted that tariffs will hurt constituents within his state, even if temporarily.
US Seeks Death Penalty For Accused Killer Of Insurance CEO
US Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday asked federal prosecutors to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who allegedly gunned down an American health care CEO in a brazen attack.

Nintendo To Unveil Upgrade To Best-selling Switch Console

Japanese video game giant Nintendo is set to unveil the new version of its hugely popular Switch console on Wednesday, with the update eagerly awaited by both gamers and investors.

Economy in Focus

Asian Markets Edge Up But Uncertainty Rules Ahead Of Trump Tariffs
Asian markets edged up Wednesday as nervous investors brace for Donald Trump's wave of tariffs later in the day, though speculation about what he has in store is stoking uncertainty on trading floors.
Carmakers Face Doubts And Jolts Over US Tariffs
Eurozone Inflation Eases In March As Tariff Threat Looms

War in Ukraine

Ukraine Accuses Russia Of 'War Crime' With Military Hospital Strike
Ukraine accused Russia of committing a "war crime" during its weekend attack on the city of Kharkiv, as the US-backed ceasefire efforts continue to prove elusive.
Bloated, Limping, And Twitching: Is Putin Dying? Zelensky Thinks So
Amidst escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the conflict in Ukraine, speculations regarding Vladimir Putin's health have intensified.
Argentina Seeking $20 Billion IMF Loan
Argentina has sought a $20 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, the country's economy minister said Thursday, as the government struggles to hold on to foreign reserves while propping up an ailing currency.
Ukraine Needs European Troops With 'Readiness To Fight': Kyiv Aide
Ukraine needs a "serious" contribution from Europe of troops who are ready to fight, and not peacekeepers, after any end of hostilities with Russia, a senior aide to President Volodymyr Zelensky told AFP on Wednesday.

Expert's Take: The Beginning Of The End Of Crypto's 'AOL Era' With Polygon Labs

Crypto has evolved significantly in recent years, and for a senior expert at Polygon Labs, the sector is at a critical turning point wherein it can finally end its "AOL era."

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ITS Environmental Services Prides Itself On Achieving 10 Years Of Empathy-Driven Service, Raising Industry Standards

Currently working in New York, Long Island and the Tristate area, the company provides services such as virus disinfection, water damage and mold remediation, residential disinfection, odor removal and asbestos abatement.

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The Human Side Of Digital Trust: How Sonoma Is Reshaping Global Cybersecurity
Founded in early 2024 by Nick Raziborsky and Stephen Cobbe, the company is redefining what it means to build trust in a connected world.
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Barbara Anderson Calls For Action To Fight For A Future Without Homelessness
Despite years of emergency response efforts, shelters remain overcrowded, and affordable housing is scarce.

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