Chuck Schumer Should Resign to Spend More Time With His Imaginary Friends: The Nation Magazine
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Chuck Schumer Should Resign to Spend More Time With His Imaginary Friends
McGregor to meet Trump at White House this afternoon: Irish mixed martial artist Conor McGregor visited the White House for St Patrick's Day ...
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McGregor to meet Trump at White House this afternoon
Quick Glance: McGregor's Remarks Do Not Reflect Irish Sentiment
  • Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Tánaiste Simon Harris emphasized that Conor McGregor's critical comments on Ireland's immigration policies do not represent the views of the Irish people.

  • McGregor labeled the Irish government as neglectful and criticized the country's immigration policies during his visit to the White House.

  • Harris clarified that McGregor is speaking in a personal capacity and does not represent Ireland or its citizens.

  • The Chief Executive of the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre expressed shock over McGregor's meeting with the President, especially in light of the recent civil judgment against him.
Quick Glance: France's Demand for Statue of Liberty Stirs Controversy
  • Politician Raphael Glucksmann's call for the return of the Statue of Liberty reflects his view that Trump's policies contradict the values associated with the gift.

  • The demand has ignited outrage among MAGA supporters, leading to mixed reactions regarding the statue's future.

  • Glucksmann emphasized that the statue, given by France in 1884, symbolizes freedom, which he believes is no longer appreciated in the U.S.

  • This controversy highlights the growing diplomatic tensions between the U.S. and Europe amidst ongoing issues like the Ukraine conflict.
Quick Glance: VOA Journalists Placed on Leave Following Trump's Order
  • Voice of America journalists were placed on administrative leave after President Trump signed an order to eliminate the U.S. Agency for Global Media.

  • An internal memo stated that employees would receive full pay and benefits during this leave, which was not for disciplinary reasons.

  • Employees were instructed to surrender their USAGM credentials and provide personal contact information to remain reachable.

  • Trump appointed Kari Lake to lead VOA and L. Brent Bozell III to lead USAGM amid accusations of bias against VOA from Republicans.
Trump cancels Joe Biden’s last minute pardons, declares them ‘void’ and ‘vacant’: Trump alleged that any pardons linked to the committee are illegitimate ...
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Trump cancels Joe Biden’s last minute pardons, declares them ‘void’ and ...
Quick Glance: Trump Challenges Biden's Pardons as Invalid
  • President Trump questioned the legitimacy of Biden's preemptive pardons for Jan. 6 committee members, citing their use of an autopen for signatures.

  • Legal experts believe Trump's reasoning lacks merit and that a court would likely not permit a president to revoke a predecessor's pardons.

  • Trump alleged on social media that committee members were accountable for the pardons without Biden's consent.

  • Legal analysts caution that pursuing legal action against individuals who have been pardoned could lead to substantial costs and stress, regardless of the outcomes in court.
Trump says 'many elements' agreed to ahead of Putin call: Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are due to speak about a possible ceasefire in Ukraine on Tuesday.
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Trump says 'many elements' agreed to ahead of Putin call
"He knew nothing": Trump declares Biden pardons "invalid": Shortly before the end of his term, Joe Biden pardons several people - | sometimes even preemptively ...
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West Virginia governor threatens legal action over NCAA Tournament selection: West Virginia Gov. Patrick Morrisey said Monday that the state will launch an ...
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West Virginia governor threatens legal action over NCAA Tournament ...
Why Trump Can’t ‘Void’ Biden’s Pardons Because of Autopen: President Donald Trump signaled that he intends to nullify the presidential pardons—an act experts say ...
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Why Trump Can’t ‘Void’ Biden’s Pardons Because of Autopen
Quick Glance: Trump Claims Biden's Pardons Are Invalid
  • Donald Trump asserted that Joe Biden's pardons for members of the Jan. 6 committee are invalid because Biden used an autopen.

  • He questioned whether Biden was aware of the pardons and called for investigations into the committee members.

  • The Constitution allows the president to issue pardons regardless of the method used, which is supported by legal guidelines.

  • Committee members responded strongly to Trump's comments, defending their work and rejecting his threats.
Houthis claim attacks on American carrier group: The Iran-backed Houthis claimed on Monday to have twice attacked an American aircraft carrier group within 24 ...
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Houthis claim attacks on American carrier group
Quick Glance: Houthis Launch Second Attack on US Ships in 24 Hours
  • Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for a second attack on an American aircraft carrier group within 24 hours as retaliation for US strikes that reportedly killed 53, including five children.

  • A Houthi spokesperson stated that they launched missiles and drones at the USS Harry S Truman and its accompanying warships in the northern Red Sea.

  • The US has vowed to continue its strikes on Yemen until the rebels cease their attacks on Red Sea shipping.

  • The UN urged both the US military and Houthi rebels to halt all military activities following recent deadly strikes and threats of retaliation.
Trump officials raise the stakes in showdowns with judges: President Donald Trump and his allies have launched a multi-pronged attack on the judiciary.
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Trump officials raise the stakes in showdowns with judges
He voted for Trump. Now his Peruvian wife is stuck in ICE custody: Newlyweds Bradley Bartell and Camila Muñoz were on their way home after honeymooning in ...
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He voted for Trump. Now his Peruvian wife is stuck in ICE custody
Trump administration allows deportations despite judicial blockade: The Trump administration is deporting more than 200 suspected gang members to El Salvador ...
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Trump administration allows deportations despite judicial blockade
Trump warns Iran: You’ll be held responsible for any Houthi attacks: US President Donald Trump warns Iran that it will be held responsible for “any shot fired” ...
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Trump warns Iran: You’ll be held responsible for any Houthi attacks
Contributor: Democrats have four theories to beat Trump. Good luck: When they’re not wasting time arguing over decorum or recording cringey 'choose your fighter' ...
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Contributor: Democrats have four theories to beat Trump. Good luck
US President Invokes Wartime Law to Send Criminal Gang Members to El Salvador: President Trump invokes the 1798 Enemy Aliens Act to deport 238 Tren de Aragua and ...
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US President Invokes Wartime Law to Send Criminal Gang Members to El ...
Federal workers cast Trump's many Mar-a-Lago trips as working from home
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Federal workers cast Trump's many Mar-a-Lago trips as working from home
Trump visits Kennedy Center, slams 'Hamilton,' vows to restore it: In his first visit to the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts since taking over as ...
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Trump visits Kennedy Center, slams 'Hamilton,' vows to restore it
Harvard says tuition will be free for families making $200K or less: The changes go into effect for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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Harvard says tuition will be free for families making $200K or less
Trump Slams Hamilton After Kennedy Center Cancellation: Donald Trump says his plan for the Kennedy Center will involve ‘Broadway hits.’ That is ...
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Trump Slams Hamilton After Kennedy Center Cancellation
Trump Visits Kennedy Center for First Time Since Taking It Over: The president had harsh words for “Hamilton,” which canceled a planned tour there after his ...
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Trump Visits Kennedy Center for First Time Since Taking It Over
A professor from Brown University was deported to Lebanon without explanation, despite US visa
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A professor from Brown University was deported to Lebanon without ...
Quick Glance: Brown Professor Deported Against Court Ruling
  • Rasha Alawieh, a professor at Brown University, was deported to Lebanon despite having a valid US visa and a court order blocking her removal.

  • Federal prosecutors claim the deportation was based on her connections to Hezbollah and attendance at a funeral for its leader, Hassan Nasrallah.

  • Brown University expressed concern over the incident and advised international students to avoid travel due to potential changes in restrictions.

  • These events occur amidst intensified immigration policies by the Trump administration targeting universities.
Court hearing on deportations moves ahead despite Justice Department objection: The Justice Department told a judge it would not be providing any more ...
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Court hearing on deportations moves ahead despite Justice Department ...
Quick Glance: Midwife Arrested in Houston for Illegal Abortions
  • A Houston-area midwife has been arrested for allegedly performing illegal abortions and practicing medicine without a license.

  • Maria Margarita Rojas, 48, is accused of operating a network of clinics in Northwest Houston.

  • The charges include felonies that could lead to up to 20 years in prison.

  • The Attorney General’s office is also seeking a temporary restraining order to close Rojas' clinics.
Rosenstolz singer AnNa R.: How celebrities like Kevin Kühnert and Jan-Josef Liefers are mourning
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Rosenstolz singer AnNa R.: How celebrities like Kevin Kühnert and ...
Quick Glance: Rosenstolz Singer AnNa R. Has Passed Away
  • AnNa R., the singer of the duo Rosenstolz, has died.

  • The cause of death remains unclear, as confirmed by her management.

  • Her sudden death has shocked and confused friends and fans.

  • AnNa R. leaves behind a significant musical legacy and many plans.
USA: Trump deports 238 Venezuelans to notorious prison: The USA has deported more than 200 people to El Salvador - | and is paying the country money for their ...
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USA: Trump deports 238 Venezuelans to notorious prison
Contrary to court order: Trump's deportation show in El Salvador: Using martial imagery, the USA has deported hundreds of Venezuelans to El Salvador ...
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Contrary to court order: Trump's deportation show in El Salvador
US President Trump says Iran 'will be held responsible' for Houthi strikes, warns of ‘dire consequences’
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US President Trump says Iran 'will be held responsible' for ...
Trump calls news outlets ‘illegal’ for reporting negatively about him
Trump administration deports hundreds of alleged gang members even as a judge orders their removals be stopped
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Trump administration deports hundreds of alleged gang members even as a ...
Quick Glance: US Deports Venezuelans to El Salvador Against Court Order
  • More than 200 Venezuelans were deported from the US to El Salvador, despite a court order prohibiting the action.

  • El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele announced the arrival of 238 members of the Tren de Aragua gang and 23 MS-13 members.

  • The deportations raise legal concerns as a US judge had issued a halt to such actions shortly before.

  • The arrangement between the US and El Salvador indicates strengthening diplomatic ties, while the US continues its efforts against illegal immigration.
A SpaceX capsule delivered four astronauts to the International Space Station early on Sunday (March 16) in a NASA crew swap mission that will allow a pair of ... Show more
Fifty-nine dead and 155 hurt in North Macedonia nightclub fire: Macedonia's worst tragedy in recent memory left an emotional president struggling to ...
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Fifty-nine dead and 155 hurt in North Macedonia nightclub fire
Quick Glance: Grief and Anger After North Macedonia Nightclub Fire
  • In the wake of the tragic nightclub fire in Kocani, which claimed 59 lives, authorities have arrested 20 individuals, including officials and the club manager.

  • The fire erupted during a concert when pyrotechnics ignited the ceiling, leading to overcrowding with 155 attendees, many of whom were injured.

  • Memorials in Skopje saw crowds demanding accountability for safety violations linked to the incident.

  • The government initiated thorough inspections of all nightclubs, revealing numerous breaches of safety regulations, indicating systemic failure.
US DNI Tulsi Gabbard meets PM Modi, receives vase containing ‘Gangajal’ from Mahakumbh #TulsiGabbard #PMModi #Gangajal #Mahakumbh
Quick Glance: High-Level US-India Tariff Discussions Underway
  • Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, confirmed ongoing direct dialogue between India and the US regarding tariff issues.

  • Gabbard sees potential for strengthening economic relations and emphasizes that both leaders are seeking positive solutions.

  • She highlights the importance of high-level talks and discussions among cabinet members for future cooperation.

  • In a meeting with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, strategies to deepen the US-India partnership were discussed.
Trump ignores court order pausing use of Alien Enemies Act and carries out deportations of Venezuelan gang members: Live updates
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Trump ignores court order pausing use of Alien Enemies Act and carries out ...
The Key to Ukraine’s Survival: How a United Europe Can Help Kyiv Keep Up the Fight
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The Key to Ukraine’s Survival: How a United Europe Can Help Kyiv Keep Up ...
Donald Trump is putting America's farmers in distress: "We can't do it without migrants"
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Donald Trump is putting America's farmers in distress:
French politician demands Statue of Liberty back from the USA: The Statue of Liberty is considered the symbol of the American dream. Now a French politician is ...
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French politician demands Statue of Liberty back from the USA
With Canada's economy and even sovereignty under unprecedented threat from its southern neighbour the United States, its new prime minister Mark Carney has ... Show more

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This is the moment astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore welcomed a new NASA crew at the International Space Station ... Show more
Several areas across Alabama were struck by severe storms and tornadoes Saturday night. An 83-year-old man died in Talladega County ... Show more
Donald Trump Claims In Middle-Of-The-Night Meltdown That Biden's Pardons Are 'VOID'
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Donald Trump Claims In Middle-Of-The-Night Meltdown That Biden's Pardons ...
NASA's stuck astronauts welcome their replacements to space station: Just over a day after blasting off, a SpaceX crew capsule arrived at the International Space ...
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NASA's stuck astronauts welcome their replacements to space station
Quick Glance: Astronaut Exchange at the International Space Station
  • A SpaceX capsule delivered four astronauts to the International Space Station to facilitate the return of two stranded NASA astronauts.

  • Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are returning after nine months, despite their mission being initially scheduled for only one week.

  • The new astronauts will spend the next few days learning from Wilmore and Williams and are set to stay for approximately six months.

  • Wilmore and Williams plan to depart on Wednesday using a SpaceX capsule, while continuing their scientific research.
Donald Trump hit in face with microphone during press conference: Donald Trump stared down a reporter whose microphone hit him in the face as he spoke to ...
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Donald Trump hit in face with microphone during press conference
Bavaria's health minister wants to prepare hospitals in the event of war: "The military threat to Europe from Russia" and the actions of US President Donald ...
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Bavaria's health minister wants to prepare hospitals in the event of ...
French deputy asks US for return of Statue of Liberty: Mr Raphael Glucksmann says the US no longer represents the values that led France to offer the statue ...
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French deputy asks US for return of Statue of Liberty
Quick Glance: France Demands Return of Statue of Liberty from US
  • French lawmaker Raphael Glucksmann criticized the U.S. for abandoning shared values, demanding the return of the Statue of Liberty.

  • A staunch supporter of Ukraine, Glucksmann condemned the U.S. stance in the Ukraine conflict, accusing it of siding with tyrants.

  • He highlighted the statue's historical significance as a gift from France, suggesting it would be better suited in France.

  • This critique of the U.S. was part of a broader attack on far-right leaders who support Trump and Musk.
Pentagon webpage for Black Medal of Honor winner restored after outcry: Error message previously shown on Maj Gen Charles Calvin Rogers’s webpage amid Trump ...
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Pentagon webpage for Black Medal of Honor winner restored after outcry
Trump administration deports immigrants, as a judge orders a halt: US District Judge James E. Boasberg ordered the planes carrying the alleged Venezuelan gang ...
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Trump administration deports immigrants, as a judge orders a halt
Bessent says there are 'no guarantees' there will not be a US recession: There are "no guarantees" there will not be a recession in the United States ...
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Bessent says there are 'no guarantees' there will not be a US recession
Quick Glance: Bessent Assures: Market Changes Are Normal
  • Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed calm regarding current market fluctuations, labeling corrections as healthy and normal.

  • He stated that long-term market growth relies on sound tax and deregulation policies.

  • However, Bessent acknowledged that the possibility of a recession cannot be ruled out, while Trump recognized the economic impact of his tariff policies.

  • He emphasized the need to monitor how other countries respond to the upcoming tariffs in April.
President Trump has deported more than 200 Venezuelans from the US to El Salvador despite a court order blocking the move ... Show more
USA deports hundreds of Venezuelans to El Salvador: The USA has deported more than 230 Venezuelans to El Salvador. The plan was actually blocked at the last ...
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USA deports hundreds of Venezuelans to El Salvador