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Confusion and Indifference but no Panic as Russia Tightens Draft Rules

Moscow Times Experts linked the new law to the failure of the Russian Armed Forces to achieve major territorial gains in Ukraine this year. https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2023/04/13/confusion-and-indifference-but-no-panic-as-russia-tightens-draft-rules-a80817

Why is it hailing in Israel in April?

Jerusalem Post “Everyone is talking about democracy, but we must react to the climate change crisis,” Professor Hadas Saaroni https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-739144

Groupon Brings in New Finance Chief From Top Shareholder Pale Fire

Wall Street Journal The struggling local-deals site is in the process of reshaping its management. https://www.wsj.com/articles/groupon-brings-in-new-finance-chief-from-top-shareholder-pale-fire-e2fc8d66

Iran plans to cooperate with Russia on Sfera satellite program — ambassador

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Kazem Jalali said Iran has officially notified the International Telecommunication Union, SpaceX and some other organizations about the rules concerning satellite operators providing services in the country, but hasn’t received a response https://tass.com/world/1603871

For Taiwan, Energy Security Would Be More Perilous Than Ukraine

Wall Street Journal The success of Taiwan in countering a potential Chinese blockade would depend on many things, but in no small part on something crucial to all modern economies: energy. https://www.wsj.com/articles/for-taiwan-energy-security-would-be-more-perilous-than-ukraine-30de8e84

Crime ring leader gets 18 years for trafficking 88 victims to Cambodia

Taipei, April 13 (CNA) The leader of a Taiwanese criminal gang that trafficked 88 victims into forced labor in Cambodia has been sentenced to 18 years in prison, according to the Taipei District Court. https://focustaiwan.tw/society/202304130021

Italian Company Plans 10,000 Fast Chargers Across U.S. to Meet EV Demand

Wall Street Journal Enel’s plan seeks to capitalize on the Biden administration’s push for EV infrastructure and would make the energy giant one of the largest operators in the U.S. public charging market. https://www.wsj.com/articles/italian-company-plans-10-000-fast-chargers-across-u-s-to-meet-ev-demand-959fd135

Number Puzzles (Saturday, April 15)

Wall Street Journal https://www.wsj.com/articles/number-puzzles-saturday-april-15-b487be8d

Catholic Share of U.S. Latinos Continues to Sink, Study Finds

Wall Street Journal The proportion of Latinos with no religious affiliation has risen. https://www.wsj.com/articles/catholic-share-of-u-s-latinos-continues-to-sink-study-finds-21ab806f

The Classic Linguine With Clams Recipe, Freshened Up for Spring

Wall Street Journal So quick, so elegant, this dish is always a crowd-pleaser. Give it a glow-up with ramps, green garlic, lemon zest and a splash of savory fish sauce. https://www.wsj.com/articles/classic-linguine-with-clams-recipe-freshened-up-for-spring-1fb5ea05