Outgoing US President Joe Biden endorsed Kamala Harris for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination despite her defeat to Donald Trump. Biden emphasized Harris's competence and cited his own decision to prioritize party unity over re-election. Harris's planned international tour was canceled due to California wildfires. Biden plans to remain publicly visible post-presidency.
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Former Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband Doug Emhoff attended a Los Angeles Lakers game Thursday. In a viral video, Kamala Harris was seen waving at which haters took a swipe asking whom were they waving. "Kamala Harris is at the Lakers vs. Warriors basketball game right now, and no one there even cares. Who exactly is she waving at?" one wrote on X.
Federal immigration agents detained Mahmoud Khalil, a notable pro-Palestinian activist and Columbia University graduate, under Trump's executive orders. His arrest, claimed to be due to antisemitism, has sparked outrage from civil rights groups. His green card revocation is unusual, lacking criminal conviction.
Pride and stubbornness are hindering the US and China from resolving their trade dispute, impacting global commerce. The US insists China initiate talks, while China demands respect, leading to a stalemate. Both countries are seeking alternative trade partners as tensions rise, with nations like India caught in the middle, and the US scrutinizing transshipments via third countries to evade tariffs.
Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's return from the ISS is delayed until March 19 due to weather conditions and a critical hydraulic system issue. Initially launched on Boeing's Starliner spacecraft on June 5, 2024, their mission encountered multiple challenges, extending their stay. The delayed SpaceX Crew-10 mission to the ISS is now set for March 14.
Congestion pricing imposes a special surcharge on commuters using their private car in some marked areas so that people take public transportation. Congestion pricing in New York City began on January 5 this year. The congestion pricing zone includes almost all of Manhattan south of 60th Street. If drivers entered this area between 5 am and 9 pm on weekdays and 9 am to 9 pm on weekends, they had to pay a toll of $9.
Escalating tensions between the US and Colombia could significantly impact coffee, flower, and other Colombian imports, raising prices for American consumers. The trade dispute stems from Colombia's refusal to accept US deportation flights, prompting potential tariffs and threats that risk billions in US exports, including corn and chemicals.
President Trump labeled Washington Bishop Mariann Budde as 'nasty' and criticized her sermon for supporting LGBT rights and illegal migrants. His comments followed her plea for mercy towards marginalized communities. Trump's statement came amid his new measures to restrict asylum seekers and expel illegal migrants, along with recognizing only biological sexes.
Discovered in December 2024, YR4 currently ranks 3 out of 10 on the Torino Scale. Nasa said it is deploying the James Webb Space Telescope to overserve the asteroid. The asteroid will be at its brightest in March 2025 when the first round of Nasa observations is scheduled. The follow-up will take place in May when YR4 moves away from the Sun. This will be the last opportunity to study it until it returns in 2028.
Washington, DC, is set to host the inauguration of Donald Trump's second term, featuring wealthy supporters like Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg. The event has raised a record-breaking $170 million, with attendance from high-profile corporate leaders and billionaires.
US vice president JD Vance will attend the AI action summit in Paris next week, his first foreign trip since taking office. The summit, co-chaired by French President Macron and Indian Prime Minister Modi, will bring together global leaders and tech experts to discuss AI's rapid advancements. Vance's visit follows significant developments in AI, including a joint venture involving OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank aimed at expanding AI infrastructure.