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The U.S. Senate’s schedule, the changing travel industry, a new discovery in Egypt, the sleep habits of bees, and an illuminated ice palace are today’s topics.
Senate Passes $95 Billion , Foreign Aid Package.
On April 23, the U.S. Senate voted
79-18 to approve foreign aid for Ukraine,
Israel and Taiwan, 'The Guardian' reports. .
Today the Senate sends a unified
message to the entire world:
America will always defend
democracy in its hour of need, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Make no mistake, America will deliver
on its promise to act like a leader on the
world stage, to hold the line against
autocratic thugs like Vladimir Putin. , Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine,
$26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan.
A provision to ban TikTok
after the election if ByteDance refuses
to sell the platform is also included.
The legislation will now head to President Biden, who told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on
April 23 that he will "move quickly" to provide aid.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, .
with whom he worked "hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder to get this bill done.".
A lot of people inside and
outside the Congress wanted this
package to fail. But today those in
Congress who stand on the side of
democracy are winning the day, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell also issued a statement.
Today’s action is overdue, but our work
does not end here. Trust in American
resolve is not rebuilt overnight. Expanding
and restocking the arsenal of democracy
doesn’t just happen by magic, Senate Majority Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, via statement
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The Senate passed a bill compelling ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US within a year or face a ban, garnering strong bipartisan support. TikTok vows to contest it in court, citing First Amendment violations. Concerns linger about data privacy and censorship linked to China, amid ongoing political scrutiny of the platform.
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The possibility of a ban on TikTok in the US has moved a step closer after the Senate agreed a landmark bill to force its China-based parent company into selling.. Sky News
The Senate has passed $95bn (£76.2bn) in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan after months of delays and rows - with Joe Biden set to sign the legislation.. Sky News
Israel's Military Intelligence Chief , Resigns After October 7 Attack.
On April 22, the head of Israel's military
intelligence said he would step down after
failing to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack.
Associated Press reports that the announcement makes
Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to
resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
Associated Press reports that the announcement makes
Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to
resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history.
The intelligence directorate
under my command did not live up
to the task we were entrusted with, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press.
I carry that black day with me ever
since, day after day, night after night.
I will carry the horrible pain of
the war with me forever, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press.
AP points out that resignations by
security and military officials have been
stalled by numerous Israeli conflicts.
In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces
conflict with both the Lebanese militant group
Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts.
In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces
conflict with both the Lebanese militant group
Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts.
Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and
other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not
being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. .
Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and
other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not
being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. .
Other leaders, including Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to
acknowledge direct responsibility or
step down, despite growing protests.
Other leaders, including Prime Minister
Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to
acknowledge direct responsibility or
step down, despite growing protests.
Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares
to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on
April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. .
Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares
to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on
April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. .
The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza,
which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians
and displaced an estimated 80% of the population. .
The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza,
which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians
and displaced an estimated 80% of the population.
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6 Facts About
the Passover Holiday.
This year’s Passover celebration
falls on April 5th and ends on April 13th.
Whether you’re personally participating or not,
it’s important to understand this significant
Jewish holiday.
Here are six key facts to
help you out.
1. Why is Passover
celebrated?, To remember and celebrate the
biblical story of God freeing the
Jewish people from slavery
in Egypt.
2. When is Passover?, The Hebrew calendar doesn’t
match the Gregorian calendar,
so the date of Passover shifts
every year.
3. What is a Haggadah?, A Haggadah is a book used during
the seder to tell the story of Passover.
4. What is a seder?, The Hebrew word translates to “order”
and is a ritual that involves food, song,
storytelling and family.
5. What are traditional
Passover foods?, There are ceremonial foods
such as lamb shank, roasted egg,
celery and bitter greens.
6. What foods
cannot be eaten?, Foods made of fermented grains,
known as “chametz,” are not permitted
as well as foods not labeled "kosher."
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