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Abortion rights groups rally across U.S.

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Thousands of U.S. residents have taken part in massive abortion protests right across the nation on Saturday, vowing they ‘will not go back’

There were over 380 demonstrations including central events in the major cities of Washington, New York, Los Angeles and Chicago.

It comes as the Supreme Court is expected to overturn the key Roe v Wade decision which will see abortion laws up to the discretion of individual states.

In cities across the United States Saturday, thousands of abortion rights supporters gathered in what organizers said would be “a summer of rage” if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns the Roe v. Wade decision that legalized abortion nationwide.

More than 400 “Bans Off Our Bodies” marches were planned by abortion rights groups across the country in response to the May 2 leak of a draft opinion showing the court’s conservative majority ready to reverse the 1973 landmark decision – which established a federal constitutional right to terminate a pregnancy.

Former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, Elizabeth Holtzman, joined others on Saturday:

“This is a decision that treats women as objects, as less than full human beings. It puts us back. I’ve been fighting for women’s rights for 50 years, and I’m not going to give up. Everybody here is not going to give up.”

JEN GOMEZ: “…people are going to find other means to get abortions. And unfortunately, it’s the lower income minorities who are going to be affected the most.”

KRISTIN MEYERING: “…I mean the more time that we waste, the more women are going to die from this because abortions are going to happen regardless and it’s going to result in more deaths for particularly disadvantaged and marginalized women.”

In the past week, protesters have gathered outside the homes of Supreme Court Justices Samuel Alito and Brett Kavanaugh, who have voted to overturn Roe v. Wade, according to the leaked opinion.

Justice Clarence Thomas said at a conference in Dallas on Friday that trust within the court was “gone forever” following the leak.

Meanwhile, Democrats – who currently hold the White House and both chambers of Congress – hope that backlash to the Supreme Court decision will carry their party’s candidates to victory in congressional elections in November.

But voters will be weighing abortion rights against other issues such as the soaring prices of food and gas – and they may be skeptical of Democrats’ ability to protect abortion access after efforts to pass legislation that would enshrine abortion rights in federal law failed.

The Supreme Court’s final ruling, which could give states the power to ban abortion, is expected in June.

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Coldplay kiss-cam moment boosts visibility for Astronomer

Coldplay kiss-cam moment inadvertently boosts awareness of little-known IT company Astronomer amid online speculation and scrutiny

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Coldplay kiss-cam moment inadvertently boosts awareness of little-known IT company Astronomer amid online speculation and scrutiny

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– Coldplay concert kiss-cam moment increased interest in IT company Astronomer.
– Astronomer is investigating the incident while providing AI data integration infrastructure.
How a Viral Coldplay kiss-cam moment recently drew attention to a lesser-known IT company, Astronomer. Following an incident at a Coldplay concert where CEO Andy Byron and Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot were caught on the kiss cam, interest in the company surged.Banner

Post-incident, searches for “What is Astronomer” spiked as Byron’s unexpected appearance prompted comments from Coldplay’s Chris Martin. The company confirmed that Byron is married. By the week’s end, Astronomer had gained unprecedented visibility.

Astronomer has stated its board is conducting a formal investigation into the incident, emphasising accountability in leadership conduct.

Founded in 2018, Astronomer provides critical infrastructure for AI data integration, having worked with prominent companies like Apple and Ford. With over 300 employees and substantial funding, Astronomer leverages Apache Airflow to enhance data orchestration capabilities.

Publicity Impact

Experts suggest the publicity may have mixed effects on the company’s reputation, which is vital in the tech industry.

“On the plus side, we’ve all heard of Astronomer now, right?” Liz Leslie, a San Francisco-based digital marketing director wrote on LinkedIn.

“While the visibility puts a spotlight on who Astronomer is, this is not usually the kind of publicity that brings in new customers,” said Peter Davenport, senior strategic consultant at brand, marketing and communications specialist Definition. “In fact, it threatens to erode trust and authority built over years, especially in industries where reputation and reliability matter most.”


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Travelers to the US face new $250 visa fee

New US visa integrity fee of $250 introduced for travellers amid concerns over implementation and increased costs

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New US visa integrity fee of $250 introduced for travellers amid concerns over implementation and increased costs

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– A new $250 ‘visa integrity fee’ will apply to all non-immigrant visa applicants in the U.S.
– The fee could deter tourists and international students due to increased costs and budget concerns.

Visitors to the United States will soon face a new $250 ‘visa integrity fee’ as mandated by the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act. This fee applies to all non-immigrant visa applicants, including tourists, business travellers, and international students, and cannot be waived. There are possibilities for reimbursement, contingent on visa compliance.Banner

The fee will be applicable during the U.S. fiscal year 2025 and is subject to inflation adjustments thereafter. It must be paid in addition to existing fees, bringing total costs significantly higher for many visa applicants. Implementation details are unclear, including the process for fee collection and reimbursement, which may take years to establish.

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The new fee could deter B visa holders and international students over budget concerns, particularly as the U.S. prepares for major events in 2026. Furthermore, funding cuts to Brand USA, the organisation responsible for promoting U.S. travel, jeopardise inbound tourism efforts. The U.S. Travel Association indicates additional fees complicate the travel process.


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Trump plans to sue Murdoch over Epstein letter claims

Trump threatens legal action against Murdoch over Wall Street Journal’s report linking him to Epstein’s birthday letter

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Trump threatens legal action against Murdoch over Wall Street Journal’s report linking him to Epstein’s birthday letter

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– Trump plans to sue Murdoch and News Corp over a false report regarding a letter to Epstein.
– He requests Bondi to release grand jury testimony, but some supporters have mixed reactions.

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to sue Rupert Murdoch and News Corp following a report from The Wall Street Journal. This report alleges Trump wrote a sexually suggestive letter to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein for his 50th birthday in 2003.In a post on Truth Social, Trump rejected the claims, labelling the letter “FAKE” and criticising the newspaper’s coverage. He stated that he had previously alerted Murdoch to the letter’s inauthenticity, but the publication proceeded with the story.

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Trump further requested Attorney-General Pam Bondi to release any relevant grand jury testimony concerning Epstein, a move that some believe does not meet the expectations of his supporters. Bondi confirmed that the Justice Department is prepared to seek the unsealing of these documents.

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Trump’s commentary on the Epstein allegations highlights a growing division within his supporters regarding Epstein’s supposed client list. Despite claims by many, the FBI has stated it will not release additional documents related to Epstein’s case.

Trump has previously downplayed concerns about the allegations, attributing them to partisan attacks by “Radical Left Democrats.”

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