California is about to give Hollywood studios a lucrative tax deal during the writers' strike
A bill at Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk makes California's film and TV tax credit refundable for cash. It also mandates productions to comply with new firearm safety protocols inspired by the 2021 "Rust" shooting and implements requirements for meeting diversity targets.
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Fabio Carvalho joins RB Leipzig on loan from Liverpool
Fabio Carvalho has signed for RB Leipzig on loan for the 2023/24 season after a quiet debut campaign at Liverpool.
1970-01-01 08:00
FIFA allows anti-discrimination captain's armbands at Women's World Cup after standoff in Qatar
The anti-discrimination “One Love” captain’s armband denied to teams at the men’s World Cup in Qatar will be worn at the Women’s World Cup next month in an amended version now approved by soccer authorities
1970-01-01 08:00
Kevin Spacey is a 'sexual bully,' UK prosecutor tells court
Oscar-winning actor Kevin Spacey is "a sexual bully" and "a man who sexually assaults other men," a British prosecutor alleged Friday at the start of a sexual assault trial in which he is charged with 12 offenses against four men.
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Solomon Islands country profile
Provides an overview of Solomon Islands, including key facts about this Pacific island nation.
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Criminal investigation into Coast Guard Academy revealed years of sexual assault cover-ups, but findings were kept secret
A secret investigation into alleged sexual abuse at the US Coast Guard Academy, the training ground for the Coast Guard's top officers, uncovered a dark history of rapes, assaults and other serious misconduct being ignored and, at times, covered up by high-ranking officials.
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Poland charges Russian ice hockey player with spying
The suspect, a Russian national playing in Poland's major league, faces up to 10 years in prison.
1970-01-01 08:00
Biden administration approves potential $440 million arms sales to Taiwan
The Biden administration has approved two potential arms sales totaling $440 million to Taiwan amid ongoing tensions between the self-governing island and Beijing, the State Department announced Thursday.
1970-01-01 08:00
As the Libor era ends, market participants hope for 'crickets'
By John McCrank and Gertrude Chavez-Dreyfuss NEW YORK The last rates based on the tarnished London Interbank Offer
1970-01-01 08:00
Chicago’s Nascar Weekend Offers Headaches, Little Economic Gain
Nascar is about to hit the road in Chicago for the first-ever street race in its marquee series.
1970-01-01 08:00
N-Dubz get 'The Ick' on their new song
N-Dubz have shared the latest track from their upcoming album 'Timeless'.
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The Supreme Court's affirmative action ruling could hurt the job prospects for candidates of color
The Supreme Court's landmark decision shooting down affirmative action could hurt the college-to-career pipeline many companies lean on to diversify their ranks.
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