Conflicting Facts

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Government Shutdown Enters 29th Day

The partial government shutdown has entered its 29th day, causing significant disruptions to air travel as Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers work without pay. Senate Democrats blocked a bill funding the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for the fourth time in February 2024, w...

Mar 11, 6:24 PM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

68 articles from 16 publishers

WorldConflictMIXED REPORTS

U.S.-Iran Conflict Casualties Rise

The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran has resulted in significant casualties for U.S. forces. As of Tuesday, seven American service members have been killed, with the latest fatality identified as Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington from Glendale, Kentucky. Approximately 140 U.S. serv...

Mar 10, 5:19 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

13 articles from 9 publishers

CrimeFraudMIXED REPORTS

Attorney Sentenced in DC Solar $1B Ponzi Scheme

A former San Francisco Bay Area attorney, 61-year-old Ari J. Lauer , has been sentenced to more than a decade in prison after being convicted in connection with the $1 billion DC Solar Ponzi scheme. U.S. Attorney Eric Grant of the Eastern District of California announced that Lauer received a sent...

Mar 10, 5:19 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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HomicideMIXED REPORTS

Inquiry Reveals Triple Killer Assaulted Colleagues Weeks Before Attacks

A public inquiry has heard that triple killer Valdo Calocane assaulted two colleagues weeks before he carried out a spate of fatal stabbings in Nottingham on June 13, 2023. The hearings are examining the events leading up to the attacks and the actions of agencies involved with Calocane. On May 5...

Mar 10, 3:15 PM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

DiplomacyCONFLICTING REPORTS

Russia Denies Sharing US Military Intel with Iran

Russia has denied sharing intelligence with Iran regarding U.S. military assets in the Middle East, according to a statement by U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff. The denial came during a phone call between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday. Witkoff made the remark...

Mar 10, 1:19 PM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 3 publishers

ElectionsCONFLICTING REPORTS

Colombia Votes in Legislative Elections

Colombians voted on Sunday in legislative elections that will shape the final months of left-wing President Gustavo Petro's term and test whether the once-powerful right wing is poised for a political comeback. About 40 million voters are electing nearly 300 lawmakers, deciding the makeup of Congres...

Mar 10, 10:46 AM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

Diplomacy

Trump Declares War with Iran 'Very Complete'

President Donald Trump declared the war with Iran 'very complete' and 'far ahead of schedule' during a press conference at his Trump National Doral club near Miami, Florida. Speaking to CBS News, he asserted that Iran's military capabilities have been significantly diminished, stating they have 'no ...

Mar 10, 9:12 AM ET·1 min read

5 articles from 5 publishers

DiplomacyCONFLICTING REPORTS

Ramaphosa Honors Jesse Jackson at Chicago Memorial

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a heartfelt tribute to Reverend Jesse Jackson at his memorial service in Chicago on Saturday. The event was attended by prominent figures including former U.S. presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, and Bill Clinton. Ramaphosa's arrival set the tone a...

Mar 10, 5:39 AM ET·2 min read

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ConflictMIXED REPORTS

Trump Holds News Conference on Iran War

President Donald Trump held a news conference on Monday, discussing the ongoing U.S.-Iran war and its implications for global markets and oil prices. Speaking from his golf club in Miami, Trump stated that the conflict would end 'very soon' but also referred to it as 'the beginning of building a new...

Mar 9, 6:43 PM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 4 publishers

LegislationCONFLICTING REPORTS

Obama Presidential Center Set for Juneteenth Opening

The Obama Presidential Center is set to open on Juneteenth , June 19, with a dedication ceremony scheduled for June 18 in Chicago's Jackson Park. The announcement came from former President Barack Obama and the Obama Foundation. The center will feature a world-class museum, an interactive replica ...

Mar 9, 12:37 PM ET·1 min read

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ConflictMIXED REPORTS

US, S. Korea Begin Joint Drills Amid Iran Tensions

The United States and South Korea began their annual Freedom Shield joint military exercise on Monday, amid speculation that Washington may be shifting some military assets from the Korean Peninsula to the Middle East due to escalating tensions with Iran. About 18,000 South Korean troops are partici...

Mar 9, 4:23 AM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

Government

Fox News Apologizes for Airing Old Footage During Coverage of Trump's Attendance at Dignified Transfer Ceremony

Fox News has apologized for airing old footage during its coverage of President Donald Trump's attendance at a dignified transfer ceremony for U.S. soldiers killed in the Middle East war. The network admitted to showing video from an earlier event where Trump was not wearing a hat, instead of the ac...

Mar 8, 9:15 PM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

DiplomacyCONFLICTING REPORTS

Trump Meets Defense Executives as U.S. Accelerates Weapons Production Amid Iran Conflict

President Donald Trump met with executives from major defense contractors on Friday to discuss accelerating weapons production amid ongoing military operations against Iran. According to multiple reports, the meeting included CEOs from Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, RTX Corporation, Boeing, Hone...

Mar 8, 4:34 PM ET·2 min read

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TerrorismCONFLICTING REPORTS

NYC Explosive Device Incident Investigated as ISIS-Inspired Terrorism

New York City Police have identified improvised explosive devices (IEDs) thrown during protests outside Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s home at Gracie Mansion on Saturday as capable of causing serious injury or death. The incident involved two opposing groups: about 20 far-right activists led by Jake Lang pr...

Mar 8, 4:34 PM ET·2 min read

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CyberCrimeMIXED REPORTS

FBI Investigates Suspicious Breach of Networks Containing Sensitive Investigation Data

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is investigating a suspicious breach of its networks that contain information related to ongoing investigations. According to multiple reports, the cybersecurity incident involved a network used for wiretaps and foreign intelligence surveillance warrants. On...

Mar 8, 4:56 AM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

Conflict

German Chancellor Warns of Far-Reaching Consequences from Middle East War

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has warned that the escalating war in the Middle East could trigger uncontrolled migration and have significant consequences for Europe. In a statement on Friday, Merz expressed concerns about an endless war or the collapse of Iranian statehood, which he said could l...

Mar 6, 7:38 PM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

CelebrityMIXED REPORTS

Duchess of Sussex's Lifestyle Brand Ends Partnership with Netflix

The Duchess of Sussex's lifestyle brand As ever has ended its partnership with Netflix, according to statements released by both parties. The brand will now operate independently after a year of collaboration. A spokesperson for As ever expressed gratitude for the partnership, stating that the brand...

Mar 6, 7:38 PM ET·2 min read

3 articles from 3 publishers

ImmigrationMIXED REPORTS

ICE Arrests Nashville Journalist During Traffic Stop

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Estefany Rodriguez Florez, a reporter for Nashville Noticias and Univision 42 Nashville, during a traffic stop in Nashville on Wednesday. According to court documents filed by her lawyer, ICE agents did not present an arrest warrant at the time...

Mar 6, 7:38 PM ET·2 min read

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MarketsMIXED REPORTS

Private Credit Concerns Rise Among Wall Street Leaders

Wall Street titans are increasingly expressing concern over the state of private credit, with some drawing parallels to the conditions that led up to the 2008 financial crisis. The disquiet is particularly uncomfortable for Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, as his firm has aggressively moved into privat...

Mar 6, 3:28 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRightsCONFLICTING REPORTS

Thousands Honor Jesse Jackson at Chicago Memorial

Thousands of mourners gathered at House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson, a longtime civil rights activist and Democratic political leader who died last month at age 84. The public memorial service featured performances by gospel singers and former Presidents Barack Obama,...

Mar 6, 3:28 PM ET·3 min read

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HumanRights

Hong Kong Tycoon Jimmy Lai Will Not Appeal National Security Conviction

Hong Kong pro-democracy tycoon Jimmy Lai will not appeal his conviction and 20-year jail term for conspiracy to collude with foreign forces and sedition, according to multiple reports. Members of Lai's international legal team confirmed that their domestic counterparts received clear instructions fr...

Mar 6, 12:48 PM ET·2 min read

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ImmigrationCONFLICTING REPORTS

Measles Outbreak Closes Texas Immigration Detention Camp to Visitors

A large immigration detention camp in Texas has been closed to visitors and attorneys due to a measles outbreak, according to U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar. The facility, known as Camp East Montana on the Fort Bliss Army base in El Paso, currently has 14 active measles cases and 112 people isolated. ...

Mar 6, 12:48 PM ET·1 min read

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HumanRightsMIXED REPORTS

Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Identity Rights Impacts California Schools

The Supreme Court’s ruling on Monday affirming parents’ right to be notified about their child’s gender identity at school has left California educators grappling with complex questions about protecting the rights of students and families. The decision in Mirabelli v. Bonta , while not a final judgm...

Mar 5, 10:05 PM ET·2 min read

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ArsonMIXED REPORTS

Defense Seeks Dismissal of Charges Against Palisades Fire Suspect After Firefighter Testimonies

Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man accused of starting the devastating Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, is seeking dismissal of charges after new testimonies from firefighters suggested negligence by the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) in handling the initial Lachman Fire. The Palisades Fire , which be...

Mar 5, 10:05 PM ET·2 min read

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