The definitive collection of the best investing stories Business Insider published during the week ended May 1.Hello and welcome to Insider Investing. I'm Joe Ciolli, and I'm here to guide you through what's been happening in markets. Here's what's on the docket:We spoke to Jeff Dorman, a former ...

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Ethereum was one of the best performers on the cryptocurrency market last month, and the price of this cryptocurrency has advanced from $1922 above $2800 in April. The current price stands around $2940, and according to digital assets investment guidance provider Two Prime, Ethereum is still ...

https://invezz.com/news/2021/05/02/ethereum-could-advance-even-more-in-the-ongoing-bull-market-here-are-the-next-targets-for-buyers/

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In a ruling stemming from protests of the murder of George Floyd, a federal judge ordered police in the Ohio city to stop using tear gas, pepper spray and rubber bullets against nonviolent protesters.In a ruling stemming from protests of the murder of George Floyd, a federal judge ordered police in ...

https://www.npr.org/2021/05/02/992890494/judge-says-columbus-police-ran-amok-against-protesters-restricts-use-of-force

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On his stay in the UK, the Serum Institute of India (SII) head said that he "had an excellent meeting" with all partners and stakeholders in that country...

https://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/poonawalla-says-will-return-to-india-in-a-few-days-121050200368_1.html

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WILMINGTON, Del. The U.S. top trade negotiator will begin talks with the World Trade Organization on ways to overcome intellectual property issues that are keeping critically needed COVID-19 vaccines from being more widely distributed worldwide, two White House officials said Sunday. The White House...

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BEIRUT Lebanese authorities have arrested two brothers suspected of smuggling drugs in pomegranate shipments to Saudi Arabia, leading the kingdom to ban Lebanese fruits and vegetables, the outgoing interior minister said Sunday. Mohamed Fehmi told local MTV television station during a tour to the ...

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AROUCA, Portugal Its probably best if you gird yourself before you look down from the Arouca Bridge. The narrow footbridge suspended across a river canyon in northern Portugal claims to be the worlds longest pedestrian bridge and was officially inaugurated Sunday. The Arouca Bridge offers a ...

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LOUISVILLE, Ky. Medina Spirits surprising Kentucky Derby victory gave Bob Baffert a good problem to have figuring out where to hang another sign on his barns already crowded wall of glory. As the Hall of Fame trainer digests a record seventh Derby win that caught even him off guard, he and the [...

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MILWAUKEE Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Dustin May was put on the 10-day injured list Sunday with an arm ailment, the latest setback for the pitching staff of the World Series champions. May threw just 27 pitches Saturday before leaving a game the Dodgers eventually lost 6-5 to Milwaukee in 11 ...

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ABINGDON, Va. Former NASCAR driver Eric McClure died Sunday, his family and the series said. He was 42. No details were given about his death. McClure had posted on social media as recently as Saturday. The Washington County sheriffs office said McClures body was sent to Roanoke for an...

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NYT, Washington Post, NBC Retract Incorrect Reporting On Giuliani's Contact With FBI

Authored by Janita Kan via The Epoch Times,

The New York Times, The Washington Post, and NBC News have retracted earlier reporting that incorrectly statedformer New York MayorRudy Giulianiwas directly warned by ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/political/nyt-washington-post-nbc-retract-incorrect-reporting-giulianis-contact-fbi

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"I Just Wanted A Little More Time" - Texas Nurse Was Fired For Refusing COVID Vaccine

Many hospital systems around the country have been surprised by the number of nurses who have passed on being vaccinated (either because they had already been infected, or simply because they didn't want the ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/covid-19/i-just-wanted-little-more-time-texas-nurse-was-fired-refusing-covid-vaccine

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In his first address to Congress on Wednesday, President Joe Biden unveiled his ambitious and expensive economic stimulus plan in what is essentially the third blockbuster domestic funding proposal. Biden has already hit the road to sell his jobs, infrastructure and policing initiatives that add up ...

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May the 4th is approaching fast, and some Star Wars fans may not be able to celebrate properly with state stay-at-home order. Despite the limitation, there are still ways including virtual for...

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From SPACs to direct listings, companies have more ways to go public than ever before.Table of contentsBreaking open the IPOLooking inside the black boxAlternatives to an IPOThe competition for global championsThe future of Chinas IPO marketWhats next for SPACsEmpowering a new wave of foundersRise ...

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It's been 10 years since Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, were married at Westminster Abbey -- a decade together that has seen them travel the world, work with charities and raise a family.It's been 10 years since Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, were married at...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/ceciliarodriguez/2021/05/02/prince-william-and-kate-middleton-10-romantic-photos-to-celebrate-their-10th-wedding-anniversary/

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New Instagram tools will enable influencers to create great content, sell products, and earn profits. KISS PR Brand Story will help influencers to leverage search and social.Dallas, TX , May 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Instagram tools will enable influencers to create great content, sell ...

https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2021/05/02/2221033/0/en/KISS-PR-Brand-Story-Releases-a-Resource-on-Instagram-s-New-Tools-for-influencers.html

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While Joe Rogan has made it clear that he is not an anti-vaxx person, he did repeat a misconception about the Covid-19 vaccine.While Joe Rogan has made it clear that he is not an anti-vaxx person, he did repeat a misconception about the Covid-19 vaccine...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2021/05/02/joe-rogan-asks-why-younger-healthy-people-should-get-covid-19-vaccines-heres-why/

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Americas high rate of vaccination has protected the country from mutated virus outbreaks like those seen in India.Americas high rate of vaccination has protected the country from mutated virus outbreaks like those seen in India...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/carlieporterfield/2021/05/02/coronavirus-cases-will-continue-to-decline-thanks-to-aggressive-vaccinations-former-fda-head-says/

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"The very rich and large corporations should start paying their fair share of taxes to help us rebuild America and create the jobs that we need," Sanders said.

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) arrives at the House chamber ahead of President Joe Bidens first address to a joint session of ...

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"We kept the promise to all those who lost loved ones on 9/11: that we would never forget those we had lost," Biden said in a statement.

US President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden, along with members of the national security team, receive an update on the mission against Osama bin Laden...

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Russia, Iran, & A SWIFT Nuclear First Strike

Authored by Tom Luongo via Gold, Goats, 'n Guns blog,

Jim Sinclair, ages ago, told us that the moment the Obama administration threatened the Swiss with SWIFT expulsion over opening up its vaunted banking privacy rules was the equivalent of a nuclear ...

https://www.zerohedge.com/geopolitical/russia-iran-swift-nuclear-first-strike

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On Friday, the index closed at 14,631, after dropping 264 points, or 1.8 per cent. Despite the sharp fall, the 50-share index currently trades above its 100-DMA of 14,459...

https://www.business-standard.com/article/markets/nifty50-has-found-support-at-its-100-day-moving-average-twice-121050201030_1.html

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A leading Indian industry body urged authorities to take the "strongest national steps" and to curtail economic activity to save lives on Sunday (May 2)as the country battles surging coronavirus cases that have overwhelmed the healthcare system...

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Several MF houses bought shares of peer UTI Asset Management Company during the March quarter...

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LONDON Police have arrested two people after receiving a report of trespassers near the home of Britains Prince Andrew, the second-oldest son of Queen Elizabeth II. Thames Valley Police said a 29-year-old woman and a 31-year-old man, both from London, were arrested after a report of intruders on the...

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2.5 million workers will rejoin the workforce by the fall, but retirements and virus deaths will leave participation permanently lower, the bank said.

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Some 2.5 million Americans wont rejoin the labor force until late 2021, Bank of America said.
Virus fears ...

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SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador The United States said Sunday that it is concerned over a vote by El Salvadors new congress to remove the magistrates of the constitutional chamber of the Supreme Court. U.S Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke to Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele about the vote on ...

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Store on Oxford Street, London expected to fetch about 400m after collapse of owner ArcadiaThe prime location of Topshops Oxford Street store has gone on sale for as much as 420m in the latest step in the dismantling of Sir Philip Greens retail empire.A US property investment bank, Eastdil Secured, ...

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The country's test positivity rate fell to 0.1%, the lowest since the start of the pandemic last March.The country's test positivity rate fell to 0.1%, the lowest since the start of the pandemic last March...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jemimamcevoy/2021/05/02/israel-reports-just-13-new-coronavirus-cases-the-lowest-number-in-14-months/

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Los Angeles New Beverly Cinema is set to reopen on June 1 after being closed for over a year due to COVID-19. The theaters official Twitter account posted a photo on May 1 of their marquee, which reads: Re-opening June 1, 2021 because we love showing movies. No other ...

https://variety.com/2021/film/news/quentin-tarantino-new-beverly-cinema-reopening-1234964629/

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To protect yourself from abusive DMs from people you don't know, you can turn off message requests. Here's how to do it...

https://www.techtimes.com/articles/259774/20210502/turn-message-requests-people-dont-know-follow-instagram.htm

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Women inherently know a lot about what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneurthings that most men never had to bother learning.Women inherently know a lot about what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneurthings that most men never had to bother learning...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/allbusiness/2021/05/02/6-things-women-in-business-know-that-men-dont/

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Proposed Texas Senate Bill 1728 (SB 1728) will make Tesla and EV owners pay an additional $200 EV tax if passed. The claim is that EV owners need to pay their fair share and make up for fuel taxes they dont pay that support the states road and transportation...

https://cleantechnica.com/2021/05/02/texas-bill-sb-2718-will-punish-tesla-ev-owners-unfairly-in-the-name-of-fairness/

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[allAfrica] As of May 2, confirmed cases of Covid-19 from 55 African countries reached 4,565,548 while over12,401,980 vaccinations have been administered across the continent...

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Chinas regulators and watchdogs tighten grip on technology giants and their platforms, reigning in excessive data collection on apps, and setting out extensive rules for live-streaming fraud.Chinas regulators and watchdogs tighten grip on technology giants and their platforms, reigning in excessive ...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tiffanylung/2021/05/02/chinas-new-privacy-regulation-reforms-tech-giants-social-retail-scene/

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Come in and I'll take you on a tour around the REIT kingdom before finally revealing the best Canadian REIT you can buy today!
The post Revealed: The Best Canadian REIT Is Under the Radar appeared first on The Motley Fool Canada.

Lets take a tour around some of the most prominent Canadian real ...

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Connecticut Ends Religious Vaccine Exemptions For Students

Authored by Ella Kietlinska via The Epoch Times,

ConnecticutGov. Ned Lamont signed into law on Wednesday a bill that ends religious exemptions from mandatory school vaccinations in the state. Medical exemptions from immunizations remain ...

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USD/CAD dropped sharply, as the Canadian dollar posted its strongest 1-week gain this year. The pair dropped to its lowest level since February 2018. There are four economic releases in the upcoming week. Here is an outlook for the highlights and an updated technical analysis for USD/CAD. In Canada...

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[The Conversation Africa] Netflix went live in South Africa on 6 January 2016. The arrival of the subscription-based content streaming service was a game changer for the country's film and television industry, as it had been for other countries...

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[The Conversation Africa] Around the world, 71 million people have been infected with the hepatitis C virus. The primary route of infection is through direct contact with another person's blood. This means the virus can be transmitted in a number of ways, including intravenous drug use, tattooing, ...

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[The Conversation Africa] Earlier this month a court in Burkina Faso's capital indicted former President Blaise Compaoré for his role in the murder of his comrade, Thomas Sankara, on 15 October 1987...

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[The Conversation Africa] As we mark World Press Freedom Day 2021, let us remember that 2020 was terrible for the press in many parts of the world...

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[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- Members of Parliament will have opportunity to live differently after expiry of their term of office following training on life outside Parliament...

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[Ethiopian Herald] The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, ambassador Meles Alem paid a courtesy call on the Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kenya, Raychelle Omamo at her office on Saturday...

https://allafrica.com/stories/202105020184.html

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[RFI] The Sudanese revolution, which began in December 2018 was about winning freedom, peace, and justice for all citizens. Millions - many of them young people - marched on the streets of the capital, Khartoum, and in other cities throughout the country to eventually bring down the 30-year regime ...

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