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Can the Philippine Island of Boracay Beat Overtourism?

New York Times Called one of the world’s best islands, the Philippine resort was closed by the government for six months and reopened with a cap on visitors. Now, with travelers coming back, will it continue to hold the line? https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/11/travel/boracay-philippines-overtourism.html

Pressured by Their Base on Abortion, Republicans Strain to Find a Way Forward

New York Times Some in the party are urging compromise, warning of dire electoral consequences for 2024, while other stances, on guns and gay rights, also risk turning off moderates. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/11/us/politics/abortion-republicans-elections.html

White House-connected green energy firm among first beneficiaries of Inflation Reduction Act

Fox News A green energy firm with close ties to the White House was among the very first companies to take advantage of tax incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Democrats’ flagship climate package. Form Energy — a Massachusetts-based company that has developed a utility-scale iron-air battery system — announced in December, just four months…

Louisville Bank Shooting: What We Know

New York Times A man armed with a rifle fatally shot five colleagues on Monday at a bank where he worked, the police said, and wounded eight others while livestreaming the rampage. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/04/11/us/louisville-bank-shooting.html

Chinese in Nigeria urged to strengthen security after latest kidnappings

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Embassy calls situation ‘complicated and severe’ and advises citizens and companies to boost safety precautions. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3216647/chinese-nigeria-urged-strengthen-security-after-latest-kidnappings?utm_source=rss_feed

Government Posing Greater Risk to Corporate Profits, Chamber Study Finds

Wall Street Journal The review of annual reports shows more references to policy shifts that could dent bottom lines. https://www.wsj.com/articles/government-posing-greater-risk-to-corporate-profits-chamber-study-finds-c6699168

Ukrainians play ‘radio games’ with Russian recon to spread disinfo on attacks — LPR expert

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. It is reported that Ukrainian fighters have recently been sending false signals about an impending offensive or strikes allegedly being planned on unconfirmed targets https://tass.com/politics/1602435

Hong Kong man detained on drug charges escapes court after allegedly swapping ID with bailed suspect

Hong Kong Free Press A Hong Kong man accused of drug dealing and ordered to be remanded in custody has escaped from court after he allegedly swapped identity with another defendant who was granted bail. West Kowloon Magistrates’ Courts. File photo: Kyle Lam/HKFP. Police said in a Tuesday statement that they suspected a 37-year-old man…

Indonesia court overturns controversial order to delay 2024 presidential election

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The earlier court ruling had stunned many politicians and members of the public in Indonesia, after it ordered all election activities be stopped because of a complaint by an obscure party whose application to…

FSB detains Far East resident on suspicion of treason for sending funds to Ukrainian army

Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The FSB Investigative Department opened a criminal case under Article 275 of the Russian Criminal Code (“High Treason”), which calls for 12 to 20 years in prison and a potential fine of up to 500,000 rubles ($6,100) https://tass.com/defense/1602429