October 2019

Why Populist Democrats Have Gained the Upper Hand in the Primary Race

Politics /

As next week’s debate looms, polls and donor contributions suggest a party seeking candidates for 2020 who will push the boundaries, while moderates argue they can beat President Trump. Oct. 11, 2019 With a crucial debate looming next week in the Democratic presidential primary, the party’s populist wing appears increasingly in control of the race […]

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They Run the World’s Biggest Countries. Their Talk Won’t Be Easy.

Finance /

NEW DELHI — China’s leader, Xi Jinping, is swooping in to India on Friday for a quick meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “Frenemies,’’ is how a senior Indian official has described the India-China relationship. The two giant countries are neighbors and strategic rivals. They’re nuclear-armed, and their relationship is as complicated as ever. Mr.

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Cambridge University: ‘Stormzy effect’ helps rise in black students

Entertainment /

Image copyright Mabdulle Image caption Stormzy has promised to fund the studies of two Cambridge University students a year The “Stormzy effect” has contributed to more black students being admitted to the University of Cambridge, it has said. For the first time, black students made up more than 3% of new undergraduates, according to figures

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Asian stocks follow Wall Street higher on trade optimism

Finance /

Asian stock markets followed Wall Street higher Friday on optimism about U.S.-Chinese talks on ending a tariff war. Benchmarks in Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong all advanced. Traders were encouraged by President Donald Trump’s plan to meet Beijing’s chief trade envoy. Economists say a final settlement to the sprawling dispute is unlikely this year, but

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‘The Daily Show’ Posts The ‘Perfect’ Phone Number For A Good Time With The ‘President’

Entertainment /

“The Daily Show” tweeted a phone number on Thursday, clearly urging followers to give it a ring. Here’s a hint: The voice sounds very familiar and boasts about a “perfect” phone call — and Ukraine. Just call the number. It’s a “perfect” call. — ReallyReally (@ReallyR65257017) October 11, 2019 Need more encouragement? “The Daily Show” touts:

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