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World Leaders Ask Israel Not to Retaliate for Iranian Attack

World Leaders Ask Israel , Not to Retaliate for Iranian Attack. On April 13, Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel. The attack came after two Iranian generals were killed in "a suspected Israeli strike in Syria" on April 1, AP reports. . 99% of Iran's drones and missiles were intercepted by Israel, according to a military spokesperson. . World leaders are cautioning Israel to show restraint and resist retaliating against Iran, AP reports. . Now is the time to be smart as well as tough, to think with head as well as heart, David Cameron, British foreign secretary, via statement. We cannot afford another front in the Middle East. There would only be losers, in the region and beyond, Alexander Schallenberg, Austria’s foreign minister, via statement. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called Israel's ability to intercept Iran's attack "really impressive" and urged the country to "contribute to de-escalation.". This is a success that perhaps also should not be thrown away. Hence also our advice to contribute to de-escalation themselves, Olaf Scholz, German chancellor, via statement. Kenya urges Israel to show utmost restraint taking into account the urgent need for all parties to walk away from the brink beyond which recovery will be enormously difficult. , William Ruto, president of Kenya, via statement. We have condemned, we have intervened, we will do everything to avoid an escalation, an inferno, Emmanuel Macron, president of France, via statement. Now is the time to defuse and de-escalate. Now is the time for maximum restraint, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via statement. While on a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Joe Biden also condemned a retaliatory strike, saying, "You got a win. Take the win," a senior official said. . While on a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Joe Biden also condemned a retaliatory strike, saying, "You got a win. Take the win," a senior official said.

Arrest warrant reveals Russian infiltration in Austria

An arrest warrant for an Austrian suspect alleges that he handed over mobile data of former high-ranking officials to Russian intelligence.

Romania and Bulgaria partly join Schengen area after thirteen-year-long wait

A veto from Austria means the new status will not apply for land routes, due to concerns of an influx of refugees.

These US Cities Have the Highest Populations of Millionaires

These US Cities, Have the Highest Populations of, Millionaires. According to a report by Henley & Partners, the United States remains the top country in the world for private wealth creation and accumulation. Quartz reports that the U.S. accounts for about 32% of global liquid investable wealth, valued at approximately $67 trillion. Here are some of the cities with the largest populations of millionaires, according to the report. Austin, This Texas city had the biggest explosion in millionaire growth in the U.S. over the past ten years, reaching 32,700 by the end of 2023. . Miami, This Florida city is home to 35,300 millionaires and 15 billionaires, including Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos. Boston, While having just eight billionaires, the fewest of any other city on the list, this New England city is home to , 42,900 millionaires. Seattle, This Washington State city is the home of some of the largest corporations in the U.S., including Amazon and Microsoft. It's also home to 54,200 millionaires and 11 billionaires. . Chicago, Approximately 120,500 millionaires live in this Midwestern metropolis. . Los Angeles, The second-most populous city in the U.S. has about, 212,100 millionaires and 43 billionaires. San Francisco, The tech hub of the U.S. boasts the most billionaires with a whopping 68, as well as the second-most millionaires with 305,700. . New York, The city with the most high net worth individuals has about , 349,500 millionaires and 60 billionaires

SXSW 2024: Pourri CEO Suzy Batiz Gets Real During House of Robb Discussion and Talks "Alive Ideas" | THR Video

House of Robb, the immersive pop-up featuring tastings, brand activations and live discussions from 'Robb Report,' returned to SXSW for the 2024 festival in Austin. The Hollywood Reporter hosted a conversation with Suzy Batiz, the CEO and founder of Pourri. The chat, titled "From Disaster to Triumph, Making Change That Matters," hit on a wide range of topics, including Batiz's upbringing, her decision to create Poo-Pourri and her concept of an "alive idea."

Artists and Speakers Boycott SXSW in Protest of Military and Defense Industry Sponsorships

Artists and Speakers Boycott SXSW , in Protest of Military and Defense Industry Sponsorships. As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on, dozens have canceled their South by Southwest appearances to protest event sponsorships from defense companies and the U.S. Army, CNN reports. . As the war between Israel and Hamas rages on, dozens have canceled their South by Southwest appearances to protest event sponsorships from defense companies and the U.S. Army, CNN reports. . The protest is meant to show solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. The protest is meant to show solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. A music festival should not include war profiteers. I refuse to be complicit in this and withdraw my art and labor in protest, Singer-songwriter Ella Williams, via Instagram. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott took to social media to respond to the protest. Bye. Don’t come back, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, via X. We are proud of the U.S. military in Texas. If you don’t like it, don’t come here, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, via X. However, SXSW "does not agree" with Abbott's approach, CNN reports. . We fully respect the decision these artists made to exercise their right to free speech, SXSW organizers, via statement. The defense industry has historically been a proving ground for many of the systems we rely on today. , SXSW organizers, via statement. These institutions are often leaders in emerging technologies, and we believe it’s better to understand how their approach will impact our lives. , SXSW organizers, via statement. The Army’s sponsorship is part of our commitment to bring forward ideas that shape our world, SXSW organizers, via statement. The annual Austin, Texas, festival lasts until March 16

Supreme Court Pauses Implementation of Immigration Law in Texas

Supreme Court Pauses , Implementation of Immigration Law in Texas. On March 4, the Supreme Court temporarily stopped the state from enforcing a law that gives Texas the authority to arrest and detain those it suspects to be illegal immigrants. . The administrative hold, issued by Justice Samuel Alito, will keep the law from going into effect until March 13, CNN reports. . It was previously scheduled to go into effect on March 10. An emergency application was filed by immigration groups and the White House in an attempt to block the law. . According to the Justice Department, the law would "profoundly" impact the parameters that have "existed between the United States and the States in the context of immigration for almost 150 years.". Immigration advocates say that Senate Bill 4 will increase instances of racial profiling, detentions and attempted deportations. . A federal judge in Austin blocked Texas from implementing the law last week. . If allowed to proceed, SB 4 could open the door to each state passing its own version of immigration laws, Judge David Alan Ezra, via statement. CNN reports that "Latinos represent 40% of the population" in Texas.

Uber-rich Latinos transforming Madrid into the new Miami

Dozens of families from Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Venezuela have chosen Madrid as a residential and investment destination, transforming the real estate, cultural and leisure fabric of the Spanish capital.

Homes Linked to Diddy Are Raided by Federal Officials

Homes Linked to Diddy , Are Raided by Federal Officials. HSI New York "executed law enforcement actions as part of an ongoing investigation with assistance from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami and our local law enforcement partners" on March 25, authorities said. Sean "Diddy" Combs does not own the home in Los Angeles, but the mansion has ties with his company, Bad Boys Film Production. The Miami residence, however, was bought by Combs in 2021, NPR reports. . Phones belonging to Combs were seized by Homeland Security officials in Miami prior to the 54-year-old attempting to board a flight to the Bahamas. The motive for the raids has not been made clear, . but they follow a lawsuit alleging that Diddy leads an enterprise that could be considered a "widespread and dangerous criminal sex trafficking organization.". I drive by a lot, and I see that — a lot of girls, maybe five or six girls outside, some leaving, some not, some going in. I never thought anything of it. But now, it’s crazy, Ryan Mendelsohn, 20, who used to live in and still frequents the area, via NBC News. The rapper and producer has also been accused of the "solicitation and distribution of illegal narcotics and firearms," NBC News reports. . That suit follows other claims of sexual misconduct, assault, sex trafficking and rape, most notably put forth by Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. . Producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones has also sued Diddy for alleged sexual assault.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs' properties in L.A. and Miami raided by federal agents

Qatar re-evaluating its role as mediator in Gaza ceasefire talks

The reign of racket sports in Qatar, from tennis to padel

Racket sports are very popular in Qatar, starting with tennis that draws to Doha the top players like Tunisian champion Ons Jabeur. The popularity of Padel is also on the rise with a growing number of dedicated infrastructure.

Hamas rejects latest Gaza truce proposal, demands permanent ceasefire

Hamas said it had handed its response to mediators in Egypt and Qatar. It said any agreement must end Israel's war in Gaza.

WATCH: Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr across the world

From Qatar to Iran Muslims celebrate the final day of Ramadan.