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Judicial reform protest leader arrested in Sderot during demonstration

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-746120

St. Petersburg to significantly beef up security measures for SPIEF 2023 — governor

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. Alexander Beglov pointed out that, on May 15, the regional operations center banned the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the skies over St. Petersburg until July 31; the city’s waterways will also be put under a special control regime https://tass.com/economy/1631161

Revolut Bank starts blocking accounts and transactions of Russians living in Europe

Pravda Ukraine Russians living in Europe have begun to complain about restrictions on transactions on their cards and accounts with Revolut Bank. Source: Forbes Russia Details: The Lithuanian-registered Revolut Bank is one of the key banks for Russians who are moving to Europe because they do not support Russia’s military invasion of Ukraine and want…

Theater design from Taiwan showcased in Prague show

Taipei, June 13 (CNA) A group of Taiwanese artists, led by curator Chung Po-yuan (鍾伯淵), is showcasing Taiwan’s diverse cultures in a quadrennial theater design show in Prague with technology-fused exhibits and performances under the theme “The Rare Ship, Taiwan.” https://focustaiwan.tw/culture/202306130017

Yuan Under Pressure as U.S., China Rates Set to Diverge Further

Wall Street Journal China’s central bank looks set to cut a benchmark interest rate, a move that will put more pressure on its currency as the Federal Reserve prepares to stand pat. https://www.wsj.com/articles/yuan-under-pressure-as-u-s-china-rates-set-to-diverge-further-aa655bcd

Taiwan shares soar to end at 14-month high

Taipei, June 13 (CNA) Shares in Taiwan moved sharply higher Tuesday to close at a 14-month high after U.S. markets rallied overnight amid hopes that the U.S. Federal Reserve will not raise interest rates at this week’s policymaking meeting, dealers said. https://focustaiwan.tw/business/202306130016

Nexta organization member pardoned because he kept his word — Lukashenko

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. According to the Belarusian president, Roman Protasevich did everything he promised https://tass.com/world/1631153

The Chatbot Comes to the Drive-Through. ‘It’s a Pain In the Butt.’

Wall Street Journal White Castle, McDonald’s, Wendy’s and Dunkin’ test AI-driven help. `It’s just so weird—I’m used to talking to somebody.’ https://www.wsj.com/articles/ai-fast-food-customer-service-a9151e27

Trump to Make Initial Court Appearance in Miami

Wall Street Journal The unprecedented federal case against the former president starts wending its way through the courts. https://www.wsj.com/articles/donald-trump-to-make-initial-court-appearance-in-miami-903b2f18

Fed-Rate Projections Could Rise to Underscore Inflation Anxieties

Wall Street Journal Officials could pause rate increases this week to assess past moves while penciling in an additional hike amid unexpected economic resilience. https://www.wsj.com/articles/fed-rate-projections-could-rise-to-underscore-inflation-anxieties-496a0a60