Today’s Lead News Stories

California's 'Wealth Tax' Could Cost the State $39 Billion

New study finds that 85 percent of "plausible scenarios" result in negative revenue for the state as wealthy residents flee.

Reason · 17h ago

US has resumed sharing intelligence with Ukraine about Russian strikes, says Zelenskyy

Advance warnings of missile attacks were seemingly suspended last week by the White House, but Ukraine’s president says: ‘Now it works’

The Guardian - UK · 17h ago

Saudi Arabia Executes Two Bangladeshis Over 'Indecent Acts' at Mecca Mosque as Kissing Claims Spread Online

Bangladesh is seeking explanations and full court records from Saudi Arabia after two nationals were executed in Makkah, amid unclear charges and concerns over consular notification.

International Business Times UK · 17h ago

Florida appeals court rejects homeowners’ legal fee claim after Hurricane Ian insurance dispute

In a recent decision, a Florida appeals court determined that homeowners Susan Reed and Kent Lonngren are ineligible to collect legal fees from Citizens Property Insurance. The couple had contested repairs linked to Hurricane Ian's 2022 storm damage. The court concluded that Citizens had fulfilled its duties, even while the…

The Times of India · 18h ago

Ex-student alleging sexual assault felt ‘unsupported’ by Cornell president

The ex-student writes she wants to share information that ‘may be relevant’ to vote of no confidence

The Guardian - US · 19h ago

Republicans push back on Donald Trump’s wavering support for Ukraine

GOP lawmakers threaten to pull support for president’s agenda after Russia diesel deal and sanctions pause

The Guardian - US · 19h ago

Nebraska dad sues state after his record request has $1M bill - and a 2076 answer timeline

‘I was dumbfounded. I thought I was reading it wrong’

The Independent UK · 20h ago

Hobbs vs. Biggs: How a 31-Point Latino Polling Gap Could Determine Arizona's November Outcome

Michigan's term-limited governor joins Hobbs in Phoenix as polls show a 31-point Latino lead over Biggs — with 14 days left in Arizona's decisive race.

Latin Times · 20h ago

Protests Keep Escalating in France. The Government Will Now Deploy the Military.

The Sentinelle force will be used "mainly on static security missions."

International Business Times · 21h ago

Outrage over high school football game after player tackles opponent carrying American flag in now-viral video

The school district said that the student ‘allowed his emotions to override his judgment in the heat of the moment’

The Independent UK · 21h ago