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Polls Show Divided American Opinion on Iran War

Recent polls indicate that Americans are divided along party lines regarding U.S. military action against Iran, with most polls showing higher opposition than support for the war. The conflict has raised concerns about national security and economic turmoil, particularly fluctuating oil prices. Th

Mar 10, 3:15 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsLegislation

Justices Clash Over Supreme Court's Emergency Rulings

Justices Ketanji Brown Jackson and Brett Kavanaugh publicly disagreed about how the Supreme Court handles emergency requests from presidents Donald Trump and Joe Biden during an event held at a federal courthouse in Washington on Monday. Jackson criticized what she called an "unfortunate problem" wi

Mar 10, 3:15 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsProtests

Judge Limits Federal Use of Tear Gas at Portland Protests

A federal judge in Oregon has restricted federal agents from using tear gas and other chemical munitions during protests outside an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Portland. U.S. District Judge Michael Simon issued a preliminary injunction after a three-day hearing, responding

Mar 10, 1:19 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Government

DOJ's Ed Martin Faces Ethics Charges Over Threatening Letter

Justice Department pardon attorney Ed Martin has been formally accused of ethics violations for sending a threatening letter to Georgetown University Law Center about its diversity programs. The complaint, filed by Hamilton “Phil” Fox III of the D.C. Bar, alleges that Martin's actions violated const

Mar 10, 1:19 PM ET·2 min read

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LaborCONFLICTING REPORTS

London Tube Drivers Plan Strikes Over Four-Day Week

London Underground drivers plan a series of strikes starting March 24 over the introduction of a 'compressed' four-day working week. The RMT union announced six 24-hour strikes, citing concerns about shift lengths and safety impacts. The first strike dates are March 24-25, with additional walkouts

Mar 10, 1:19 PM ET·1 min read

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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

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Diplomacy

Americans United in Frustration Over Rising Gas Prices Amid Iran War

Americans across the political spectrum are united in frustration over rising gas prices due to the ongoing war with Iran. The national average gas price has increased to $3.48 per gallon, up from $2.90 a month ago before the conflict began. At a central Iowa gas station off Interstate 80, Francis

Mar 10, 10:46 AM ET·4 min read

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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

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Elections

Georgia Special Election Advances to Runoff

Georgia's special election for the 14th Congressional District will advance to a runoff after no candidate secured a majority of votes. Republican Clay Fuller and Democrat Shawn Harris received the most votes, setting up an April 7 runoff according to projections from CBS News and CNN. The race has

Mar 10, 7:28 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

MPs Reject Social Media Ban for Under-16s

MPs have voted against a proposal to ban under-16s from using social media, rejecting an amendment to the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill by 307 votes to 173. The bill will now return to the House of Lords for further consideration. The proposed ban had been backed by the Conservatives, Libera

Mar 10, 3:58 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Colombia's Historic Pact Wins Senate but Falls Short of Majority

Colombia's left-leaning Historic Pact emerged as the largest party in the Senate following Sunday's legislative elections, but fell short of securing an absolute majority. The party, which brought President Gustavo Petro to power in 2022, won 25 out of 102 Senate seats according to official results.

Mar 9, 8:06 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Judge Rules Trump Appointments to NJ Prosecutor's Office Illegal

A federal judge ruled on Monday that President Donald Trump's administration overstepped its authority by appointing three prosecutors to lead New Jersey's U.S. Attorney's office without Senate confirmation, potentially impacting thousands of criminal cases in the district. U.S. District Judge Ma

Mar 9, 7:53 PM ET·2 min read

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Scandal

Alexander Butterfield, Nixon Aide Who Revealed Watergate Tapes, Dies at 99

Alexander Butterfield, the former White House aide who revealed President Richard Nixon's secret taping system during the Watergate scandal, has died at age 99. His testimony before the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities in 1973 led to a series of events that culminated in N

Mar 9, 6:43 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Rep. Kevin Kiley Leaves GOP

Rep. Kevin Kiley of California has announced he is leaving the Republican Party to become an independent but will continue caucusing with Republicans for administrative purposes like committee assignments. This move reduces Speaker Mike Johnson's already slim House majority from one vote to zero.

Mar 9, 4:57 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Madlanga Commission Rules on Carrim's Testimony

Businessman Suleiman Carrim testified publicly at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry after his request for an in-camera hearing was dismissed. The commission ruled that it could provide adequate protection without the need for a closed session. The ruling came despite Carrim's claims of security ris

Mar 9, 4:03 PM ET·1 min read

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HumanRights

Australia Grants Asylum to Seven Iranian Women’s Soccer Players

Australia has granted asylum to seven members of Iran’s women’s national soccer team after they sought protection due to safety concerns upon returning home amid ongoing conflict. The players and staff were transported by police from their hotel on the Gold Coast to a safe location where Home Affair

Mar 9, 4:03 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

FBI Subpoenas Arizona Senate for 2020 Election Records

A federal grand jury has issued a subpoena to the Arizona State Senate for records related to its widely criticized review of the 2020 election results in Maricopa County. Senate President Warren Petersen confirmed on Monday that the legislature had received and complied with the subpoena. Petersen

Mar 9, 4:03 PM ET·3 min read

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Immigration

Mariachi Musicians Released After ICE Detention Sparks Outcry

The detention of three young mariachi musicians by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has sparked bipartisan criticism, with lawmakers from both parties calling for their release. Caleb Gámez-Cuéllar, 14, Joshua Gámez-Cuéllar, 12, and their parents were detained on February 25 at the Dil

Mar 9, 4:03 PM ET·2 min read

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HumanRights

Hillsborough Survivors Condemn Grok AI Posts

Hillsborough survivors and relatives have expressed anger and disgust after the Grok AI chatbot , integrated into the X social media app, posted deeply offensive slurs about the Hillsborough tragedy. The comments were generated in response to a request from an anonymous user asking for a 'vulgar pos

Mar 9, 2:06 PM ET·3 min read

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GovernmentMIXED REPORTS

DHS Shutdown Causes Airport Delays

A partial government shutdown has resulted in significant delays at airport security checkpoints across the United States as Spring Break travel begins. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), which includes the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), is currently unfunded due to a congress

Mar 9, 12:37 PM ET·2 min read

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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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HumanRights

Gerry Adams Faces Civil Trial Over IRA Bombings

Gerry Adams, the former president of Sinn Fein, is facing a civil trial in London over his alleged involvement in IRA bombings during the Troubles. The case, brought by three victims of separate bombings in 1973 and 1996, aims to establish Adams' liability for decisions made by the Provisional IRA.

Mar 9, 11:19 AM ET·2 min read

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Government

NTSB Member Fired by White House Over Misconduct Allegations

Todd Inman, a member of the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), was fired by the Trump administration without explanation. According to multiple sources, Inman received notice on Friday from the White House personnel office that his position was terminated effective immediately. The White H

Mar 9, 9:36 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu Faces Mass Corruption Trial

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu began standing trial on Monday alongside more than 400 other defendants accused of widespread corruption, a case critics view as a politically motivated effort against Turkey's main opposition party. The jailed mayor faces over 140 charges including establishing the “İm

Mar 9, 6:09 AM ET·2 min read

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Politics

Polls Show Divided American Opinion on Iran War

Justices Clash Over Supreme Court's Emergency Rulings