Malia Obama Makes Her Red Carpet Debut At Sundance Film Festival

This Day in History: Prince Dies (Sun., April 21)

This Day in History: , Prince Dies. April 21, 2016. The iconic musician, 57, was found dead at his estate, Paisley Park, in Minnesota. Prince had overdosed on fentanyl. His death was ruled accidental. Over the span of four decades, Prince transcended genre and created more than 30 albums, his first in 1978 for Warner Bros. Prince often played all of the instruments on the album himself. He was charismatic and electrifying on stage. His 1984 album 'Purple Rain' sold 13 million copies. It was number one on the 'Billboard' 200 chart for 24 consecutive weeks. He won seven Grammy awards. His final album was released in 2015, just months before his death. Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent, President Obama, via History.com

Biden's Fundraiser Gets Disrupted By Pro-Palestinian Protestors In New York ; Details Here| Oneindia

President Joe Biden, alongside Barack Obama and Bill Clinton, faced protests during a fundraiser defending the White House's Gaza crisis handling. The event, raising $25 million, featured discussions moderated by Stephen Colbert at Radio City Music Hall. Obama emphasized the complexities of presidency, while Clinton praised Biden's economic policies. The event aimed to bolster support amid discontent over Biden's Israel stance. #President #JoeBiden #BarackObama #BillClinton #StephenColbert #Israel #ProPalestineProtestors #NewYorkProtests #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.102~PR.152~GR.124~

Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million at Star-Studded Fundraiser

Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million , at Star-Studded Fundraiser. President Biden will host the most lucrative political fundraiser in American history on March 28, Politico reports. . The event will feature former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. The event will feature former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton. Mindy Kaling will emcee the event from Radio City Music Hall. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. There will be musical performances by Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo. Lea Michele and Ben Platt. Lea Michele and Ben Platt. Stephen Colbert will host an "armchair conversation" with Biden, Obama and Clinton. Unlike our opponent, every dollar we’re raising is going to reach the voters who will decide this election — communicating the president’s historic record, his vision for the future and laying plain the stakes of this election, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement. The numbers don’t lie: today’s event is a massive show of force and a true reflection of the momentum to reelect the Biden-Harris ticket, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement. $25 million is expected to be raised at the event. . By comparison, Biden's campaign raised $21 million during all of last month. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump raised $20 million during the month of February.

16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports

16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration , for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports. The lawsuit was filed on March 21. The states claim that the Biden administration does not have the authority to deny "federal permits for new liquid natural gas (LNG) exports," 'The Hill' reports. . The 16 attorneys general also allege that the pause goes against Congress. This ban disregards statutory mandates, flouts the normal regulatory process, upends the industry, disrupts Plaintiffs’ economies, and subverts our constitutional structure, Via lawsuit. These unlawful actions leave Plaintiffs with no choice but to once more turn to the courts to enforce the law, Via lawsuit. The suit goes on to allege that the ban is motivated by politics and comes "in the midst of an election year, and after a sustained pressure campaign from billionaire conglomerates, celebrities, ‘influencers,’ and banks.". The timing of the decision, in an election year, raises the likelihood that political motivations drove the action, House Oversight Committee Republicans, in a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm. LNG, which is often considered to be "a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration. LNG, which is often considered to be "a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration. President Biden's pause on permits signifies a stark contrast from his predecessor. In February, the House passed a bill that would strip the White House of its LNG permit authority

Remembering Aretha Franklin

Remembering Aretha Franklin. Aretha Louise Franklin was born on March 25, 1942, and died on August 16, 2018. Here are five facts to celebrate the “Queen of Soul.”. 1. She was the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. 2. Franklin taught herself how to play the piano by ear. 3. She performed for Presidents Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama. 4. Franklin's single, "Respect," was a civil rights anthem. 5. NASA named an asteroid after her. Happy Birthday, Aretha Franklin!

Kim Kardashian & Kamala Harris: Inside White House Roundtable on Criminal Justice Reform | Oneindia

Go behind closed doors as Kim Kardashian joins Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House for a crucial roundtable discussion on criminal justice reform. Witness their collaborative efforts and passionate advocacy for second chances and meaningful change. #KimKardashian #KamalaHarris #WhiteHouse #WhiteHouseRoundTable #JoeBiden #TheKardashians #VPKamalaHarris #Oneindia ~PR.274~HT.101~HT.98~GR.122~

Biden Is Giving $6 Billion to Micron Technology for Semiconductor Production

Biden Is Giving $6 Billion , to Micron Technology , for Semiconductor Production. On April 25, President Biden will travel to Syracuse, NY, to announce over $6 billion in federal grants that his administration is awarding to Micron Technology, NPR reports. . Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who was heavily involved in enacting the CHIPS and Science Act, issued a statement about the investment. . This is the federal government taking back the reins, putting money where its mouth is when we say we want the future of tech to be stamped: 'Made in America.', Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement. Micron will invest $100 billion of the funds to construct a manufacturing facility in Syracuse. Schumer referred to the plan as "quite a great return" on the government's investment. A factory will also be built in Boise, Idaho, NPR reports. . That facility is expected to be ready for production by 2026, while two New York factories will likely be ready by 2028 and 2029. The White House estimates that the projects could create 20,000 jobs in construction and manufacturing. in addition to "tens of thousands of indirect jobs in the regions," NPR reports. . The CHIPS and Science Act has also provided funding for Intel, TSMC and Samsung

FTC to Decide Whether Noncompete Agreements Should Be Banned

FTC to Decide , Whether Noncompete Agreements , Should Be Banned. After receiving over 26,000 public comments about the issue, the Federal Trade Commission is set to deliver its verdict on April 30, NPR reports. . The commission said that if approved, the final rule "would generally prevent most employers from using noncompete clauses.". The commission said that if approved, the final rule "would generally prevent most employers from using noncompete clauses.". Approximately one in five Americans, spanning minimum wage workers to CEOs, are subject to noncompete agreements, the FTC estimates. . The Biden administration says that these types of agreements hurt workers by decreasing wages. The White House also argues that these agreements harm the U.S. economy because entrepreneurship isn't allowed to freely flourish. . FTC Chair Lina M. Khan issued a statement when the proposed ban was initially introduced. The freedom to change jobs is core to economic liberty and to a competitive, thriving economy, FTC Chair Lina M. Khan, via statement. Noncompetes block workers from freely switching jobs, depriving them of higher wages and better working conditions, and depriving businesses of a talent pool that they need to build and expand, FTC Chair Lina M. Khan, via statement. Businesses argue that noncompete agreements are essential for safeguarding investments and proprietary information. Those businesses also question whether the agency has the power "to regulate such agreements," NPR reports. . If the FTC votes to issue a final rule, enforcement wouldn't occur for 180 days, and legal challenges would likely ensue.

Fears of Potential Iranian Attack Drive US Stocks Down Nearly 500 Points

Fears of Potential Iranian Attack , Drive US Stocks Down , Nearly 500 Points. CNN reports that United States stocks dropped on April 12 amid rising tensions in the Middle East pushing traders to seek safe havens like gold and bonds. CNN reports that United States stocks dropped on April 12 amid rising tensions in the Middle East pushing traders to seek safe havens like gold and bonds. By mid-afternoon, the Dow had fallen 1.4%, the S&P 500 went down 1.6%, and the Nasdaq dropped 1.8%. The dip came after the White House announced that both the U.S. and Israel are on alert for a potential attack by Iran or its allies. The dip came after the White House announced that both the U.S. and Israel are on alert for a potential attack by Iran or its allies. The warning comes after Iran accused Israel of a deadly airstrike on a consulate in Damascus, Syria. . The news also sent oil prices up amid fears of regional tensions escalating as a result of the ongoing war in Gaza. . The news also sent oil prices up amid fears of regional tensions escalating as a result of the ongoing war in Gaza. . Brent crude futures jumped up to $90.42 a barrel, and West Texas Intermediate crude futures increased to $86.65 a barrel. Those geopolitical concerns and subsequent rising oil prices sent investors to safe havens like gold futures, which rose to $2,379 a troy ounce. Those geopolitical concerns and subsequent rising oil prices sent investors to safe havens like gold futures, which rose to $2,379 a troy ounce. CNN reports that Americans' opinions of the economy have dipped in the past few months amid persistently high inflation. The geopolitical fears come as investors are already contending with concerns that the Federal Reserve could wait to bring interest rates down from a 23-year high. Officials at the Fed have signaled that further rate hikes could still be on the way if the central bank's efforts to fight inflation stall.