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Trudeau slams Facebook for threatening to block Canadian news
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday slammed Meta after executives said it would block news for Canadian Facebook and Instagram users in response to a proposed law that would require digital giants to pay for local journalism content.
US woman who wrote book on grief charged with killing husband
A US woman who wrote a book on dealing with grief after the death of her husband has been charged with his murder. Richins has been charged with aggravated murder and three counts of possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. hg/mlm
Radio-Canada, CBC returning to Twitter
Canada's public broadcaster CBC and its French-language arm Radio-Canada said Tuesday that they were returning to Twitter after the social media site removed a "government-funded media" label. "In the case of CBC/Radio-Canada this labeling is untrue and deceptive," they said in a statement at the time.
Boeing confident it will fulfill huge Ryanair order
Boeing's CEO is "confident" the company will fulfil Ryanair's giant 737 MAX-10 order announced Tuesday despite lingering supply chain and regulatory questions, a view shared by the Irish carrier. The Irish carrier is targeting volume of 300 million passengers annually in March 2034 compared with 168 million this year, with the MAX-10 playing a key role.
Texas mall shooter embraced Nazi ideology
The man accused of killing eight people at a Texas shopping mall recently obtained large Nazi tattoos, praised other mass shooters and wrote just ahead of his attack that he would "fight hate with more hate." Garcia posted photos of tattoos he obtained last month, including a large swastika on his chest and the logo of the Nazi Party's Waffen SS paramilitary body.
Europe must reduce China renewable dependence: agency
The European Union must reduce its dependence on China when it comes to vital equipment used in producing renewable energy, the head of the International Renewable Energy Agency said Tuesday.
Church of England joins shareholder revolt on Shell climate goals
The Church of England Tuesday said it will vote against a "green" transition plan proposed by energy giant Shell, joining other minority shareholders in calling for more ambitious carbon-cutting targets.
Ryanair orders 300 Boeing 737 MAX jets worth $40 bn
Irish airline Ryanair Tuesday ordered 300 Boeing 737 MAX jets worth over $40 billion at list prices, representing the US aerospace giant's latest big contract in a fast-recovering aviation market. The jets are set for delivery between 2027 and 2033, while airlines traditionally negotiate substantial discounts on list prices, especially for big orders.
US announces $1.2 bn in new military aid for Ukraine
The United States on Tuesday announced a new $1.2 billion security assistance package for Ukraine to boost the country's air defenses and provide it with additional artillery ammunition.
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