The Scourge of Vaping Is Hiding in Plain Sight
Two plastic vaping pens are tossed out every second in the UK as disposable e-cigarettes surge in popularity.
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The Pope Returns to Polish Politics From Beyond the Grave
Pope John Paul II was credited with helping bring down communism in his native Poland and then uniting the country behind democracy. Almost two decades after his death, the late pontiff has been thrust back to the center of Polish politics before an election later this year.
John Paul II Returns to Polish Politics From Beyond the Grave
Pope John Paul II was credited with helping bring down communism in his native Poland and then uniting the country behind democracy. Almost two decades after his death, the late pontiff has been thrust back to the center of Polish politics before an election later this year.
Ukraine Latest: Putin Visits Mariupol; Grain Deal Renews
Russian President Vladimir Putin made an unexpected visit to the occupied Ukrainian city of Mariupol over the weekend after an unannounced trip to Crimea, according to state media coverage.
North Korea Fired Ballistic Missile Toward East Sea, Yonhap Says
North Korea test-fired a suspected short-range ballistic missile, according to Yonhap News, adding to its barrage of launches in the past month that included two rockets designed to deliver a nuclear warhead to the US mainland.
Thaksin’s Daughter Widens Lead for Thai Premiership in Poll
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former Thai premier Thaksin Shinawatra, and her Pheu Thai party widened leads as the voters’ top choice in the latest opinion poll ahead of a general election tentatively scheduled for May.
First Citizens Weighing Takeover of Silicon Valley Bank
First Citizens BancShares Inc. is evaluating an offer for Silicon Valley Bank, according to people familiar with the matter.
Kazakhs Head to the Polls as President Awaits a Loyal Parliament
Kazakhs are voting in early parliamentary elections on Sunday in what President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called the last stage of a government “reset” in response to deadly riots last year.
Nuclear Subs Won’t Halt China-Australia Thaw, Ministers Say
Australia’s government is confident that plans to acquire a fleet of nuclear submarines under the Aukus agreement won’t derail progress in restoring its relations with China.
Warren Buffett in Contact With Biden Team on Banking Crisis
Berkshire Hathaway Inc.’s Warren Buffett has been in touch with senior officials in President Joe Biden’s administration in recent days as the regional banking crisis unfolds.