Minutes after taking office, Donald Trump was sued by the AFGE and Public Citizen over his plan for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk. Allegations include DOGE's non-compliance with federal transparency laws and potential adverse effects on federal employees and public services.
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Andrew McIntyre, 39, was sentenced to seven and a half years for inciting violence through social media during the Southport riots in July 2024. He used a Telegram channel, “Southport Wake Up,†to spread hate and organise attacks. McIntyre, who had a history of promoting violence, was arrested with a knife and weapons. The court ruled his actions were driven by racial hatred.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has ordered the introduction of tariff and non-tariff measures in response to new US tariffs. She aims for cooperation, rejecting claims of cartel alliances, and highlighting efforts against fentanyl trafficking and drug-related crime.
Snowy conditions led to numerous crashes in Virginia and North Carolina, including a fatal incident involving over 50 vehicles on I-40. Emergency services responded to nearly 1,200 collisions in North Carolina and 500 in Virginia. The severe weather caused power outages and flight cancellations, with forecasts predicting further snowfall.
The Albuquerque home that served as Walter White's house in 'Breaking Bad' is for sale at nearly $4 million. The property has attracted global attention due to its association with the iconic TV series. Owners seek to move on, citing privacy concerns from increasing fan visits.
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.
Russia has intensified its missile and drone attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, launching 43 missiles and 74 drones targeting western Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy condemned the strikes and called for more international security assistance. Meanwhile, Russian forces reportedly captured a village in the Donetsk region amid ongoing conflict.
US Vice President JD Vance faced boos at the Kennedy Center during a National Symphony Orchestra concert, as heightened security delayed the event. The reaction followed Trump's controversial takeover of the Kennedy Center, including dismissing its chairman and trustees. Artistic resistance and canceled performances have emerged in response to these changes and suppressed programming decisions.
Belarus's authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko moved the 2025 presidential election to January to avoid protests, ensuring a likely seventh term. Lukashenko relies heavily on Russian support, hosting tactical nuclear weapons, and has harshly suppressed dissent, with many opponents jailed or exiled. The vote takes place amid fierce repression and fear.