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Starmer Announces Energy Support Amid Iran War Price Spike

Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a financial support package to help Britons affected by rising energy prices due to the Iran war. During a press conference at Downing Street, Starmer outlined plans mainly targeting households that use heating oil, many of which are in rural areas of Northern I

Mar 18, 2:55 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsGovernment

Judge Orders Reinstatement of Voice of America Staff

A federal judge has ordered the reinstatement of over 1,000 Voice of America (VOA) employees who were laid off under the Trump administration. According to The Guardian and CBS News , Judge Royce Lamberth ruled that attempts to shut down VOA operations through the US Agency for Global Media (USAGM)

Mar 17, 9:12 PM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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PoliticsLegislation

Arizona Charges Kalshi with Illegal Gambling

Arizona has filed criminal charges against Kalshi , an online prediction market site, accusing it of operating an illegal gambling business. According to multiple reports, this is the first-ever criminal case filed against Kalshi, which allows users to bet on sports, elections, and other events. The

Mar 17, 9:12 PM ET Est. Read: 1 Mins

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Diplomacy

Graham Reaffirms Support for Iran War

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has reaffirmed his strong support for President Donald Trump's war against Iran, despite facing criticism from both allies and fellow Republicans. According to multiple reports, Graham filed for re-election on Monday, emphasizing his role in advocating military action

Mar 17, 7:07 PM ET·2 min read

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DiplomacyCONFLICTING REPORTS

Vance Denies Iran War Rift With Trump

Vice President JD Vance on Monday accused a journalist of “trying to drive a wedge” between him and President Donald Trump regarding the Iran war. The exchange occurred during an Oval Office press event where RealClearPolitics reporter Philip Wegmann questioned Vance about his earlier skepticism tow

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·4 min read

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Immigration

Chile Begins Border Barrier Construction to Curb Illegal Migration

Chile has begun constructing trenches along its northern border with Peru as part of President Jose Antonio Kast's campaign promise to curb illegal migration. The right-wing government deployed heavy machinery near the Chacalluta border post on Monday, marking the start of a broader 'Border Shield'

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Roberts Calls Personal Attacks on Judges 'Dangerous'

Chief Justice John Roberts issued a strong warning against personal attacks on federal judges, calling such behavior 'dangerous' during an event at Rice University in Houston. His remarks came just days after President Donald Trump criticized several judges who ruled against his administration's pol

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

California Renames Chavez Day Amid Abuse Allegations

California has moved swiftly to rename Cesar Chavez Day following serious sexual abuse allegations against the late labor leader. Governor Gavin Newsom signed legislation on March 23, 2026, changing the state holiday to Farmworkers Day, which will be observed on March 31. The New York Times publishe

Mar 17, 5:01 PM ET·4 min read

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Security

General Lost Classified Maps on Train Amid Alcohol Misconduct

Major General Antonio Aguto, who oversaw U.S. military support for Ukraine from December 2022 to September 2024, left classified maps marked 'SECRET' on a train during his service, according to a Pentagon watchdog report issued last week. The Defense Department inspector general found that Aguto imp

Mar 17, 3:03 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Minnesota Bill Seeks Ban on Reverse Location Warrants

A bipartisan group of Minnesota lawmakers is pushing to ban reverse location warrants, which allow police to collect data on devices near crime scenes. The bill, introduced by Sen. Erin Maye Quade (DFL-Apple Valley) with Sens. Omar Fateh (DFL-Minneapolis) and Eric Lucero (R-Dayton) as original spons

Mar 17, 3:03 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

House Subpoenas Bondi Over Epstein Files Handling

The House Oversight Committee has issued a subpoena compelling Attorney General Pam Bondi to testify regarding the Justice Department's handling of documents related to Jeffrey Epstein. Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) authorized the subpoena requiring Bondi to appear for a closed-door deposition on Apr

Mar 17, 3:03 PM ET·5 min read

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Security

MI5 Settles Case with Woman Abused by Undercover Agent

MI5 has apologized and settled a legal claim with a woman identified as 'Beth,' who alleged she was abused by an undercover agent she dated. According to multiple reports, Beth claimed her former partner, known publicly as Agent X, used his status as an MI5 informant to terrorize and silence her. Ag

Mar 17, 12:42 PM ET·2 min read

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Trade

EU Lawmakers Advance U.S. Trade Deal Vote

EU lawmakers agreed on Tuesday to proceed with a vote this week on legislation to enact parts of the EU-U.S. trade deal after months of delay, according to multiple sources. The European Parliament's trade committee is now set to vote on Thursday. The decision comes after twice suspending their work

Mar 17, 12:08 PM ET·2 min read

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Government

Postmaster Warns USPS Faces Cash Crisis by October

Postmaster General David Steiner warned Congress that the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) could run out of money as soon as October unless significant financial reforms are implemented immediately. According to multiple reports from PBS , NPR , and Reuters , the agency faces severe financial strain due t

Mar 17, 12:08 PM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Accused Pipe Bomber Argues Trump's Jan. 6 Pardon Should Apply

Brian Cole Jr., accused of planting two pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic national committees' headquarters in Washington, DC on January 5, 2021, has asked a federal judge to dismiss his case. His lawyers argue that President Donald Trump's sweeping pardon for those involved in the Janua

Mar 17, 12:08 PM ET·5 min read

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Security

Joe Kent Resigns Over Iran War

Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned on March 17 in protest against President Donald Trump's war with Iran. This marks the first high-profile departure from the administration since the conflict began on February 28. In his resignation letter posted on X and an interv

Mar 17, 12:08 PM ET·3 min read

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Elections

Illinois Primaries Feature Crowded Races

Illinois' 2026 primary elections feature competitive races for several key congressional and state legislative seats. In the 2nd Congressional District , a crowded field of Democratic candidates is vying to replace outgoing U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly, who is running for the U.S. Senate instead of seeking

Mar 17, 10:04 AM ET·1 min read

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Elections

Chicago Sees Record Early Voting in Primary

Chicago's early and mail-in voting for the primary elections has surpassed previous midterm records, with nearly 200,000 ballots cast as of Monday night. Voters braved unseasonably cold weather to participate in what officials described as an encouraging turnout. According to data from the Chicago B

Mar 17, 10:04 AM ET·1 min read

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DiplomacyMIXED REPORTS

Trump Escalates Rhetoric as Cuba Faces Worst Power Crisis in Decades

Cuba is grappling with its worst power crisis in decades after a nationwide blackout lasting more than 29 hours, exacerbated by U.S.-imposed sanctions and an oil blockade. The collapse of Cuba's national power grid has left millions without electricity, affecting food supply and water reserves. Pres

Mar 17, 7:51 AM ET·3 min read

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HumanRights

Gerry Adams Civil Case Over IRA Bombings Dismissed

Gerry Adams, 77, faced a civil case alleging his personal liability for injuries caused by three IRA bombings during the Troubles. The claimants—John Clark, Jonathan Ganesh, and Barry Laycock—were injured in separate attacks: one at London's Old Bailey court in 1973 and two in 1996 targeting London'

Mar 17, 7:51 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Fetterman Criticizes AOC on Israel Views

Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) criticized Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) for her views on Israel during an interview with Sean Hannity. According to the New York Post , Fetterman called her comments 'ignorant' and 'tone-deaf,' referring to AOC's recent statements at the Munich Secu

Mar 17, 5:21 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Newsom Facing Criticism Over Unused Gas Price Law

California Governor Gavin Newsom is facing criticism for not implementing a 2023 law designed to curb gas price gouging as fuel prices surge above $4.50 per gallon. The legislation, authored by former state Sen. Nancy Skinner and co-sponsored by Attorney General Rob Bonta, allows the California Ener

Mar 17, 5:21 AM ET·2 min read

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Diplomacy

Schiff Criticizes Trump's Iran Policy as Gas Prices Rise

Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) criticized President Donald Trump’s military operations in Iran, calling them “simply unsustainable” during an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press . Meanwhile, Energy Secretary Chris Wright predicted the conflict could end within weeks but acknowledged no guarantees on when ga

Mar 17, 5:21 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Chicago Council to Vote on Tipped Wage Policy

The Chicago City Council is set to vote on an ordinance that would restore the subminimum wage for tipped workers, potentially setting up a veto showdown with Mayor Brandon Johnson. The legislation aims to pause the One Fair Wage policy, passed in 2023 and scheduled for full implementation by July 2

Mar 17, 5:21 AM ET·2 min read

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Politics

Starmer Announces Energy Support Amid Iran War Price Spike

Judge Orders Reinstatement of Voice of America Staff