President Trump has assured the highest aviation safety standards after a plane crash in Washington DC that killed 67 people. He blamed diversity efforts and criticized policies under Presidents Obama and Biden for lowering standards for air traffic controllers, while commending steps taken by his administration.
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Severe weather across the U.S. has claimed at least nine lives, with Kentucky hardest hit, experiencing major flooding. Under President Trump's disaster declaration, federal aid helps relief efforts. Cold temperatures plague Northern Plains, while an Arctic blast and tornadoes add to the chaos. Over 1,000 rescues have been made, with significant property damage reported.
Wildfires in Los Angeles have caused the loss of at least five lives and displaced thousands. Over 1,000 buildings were destroyed, affecting affluent neighborhoods like Pacific Palisades and Calabasas. The fires have consumed over 42 square miles, making them one of LA's most destructive. Strong winds and dry conditions are worsening the situation.
The Pentagon will deploy over 1,000 additional troops to bolster US border security and aid in migrant detention at Guantanamo Bay, following President Trump's border security executive orders. This includes soldiers to reinforce the US-Mexico border and Marines to prepare Guantanamo Bay for increased detainees.
Elon Musk and DOGE detail plans to reduce government spending by 15% through cutting waste and fraud, saving taxpayers $130 billion. Despite pushback and scrutiny over the department's methods, Musk argues that preventing fraud aligns with legal requirements, ensuring taxpayer money is spent correctly.
Haiti is experiencing extreme violence with numerous killings and thousands forced to flee their homes. Despite efforts from international security missions, gangs continue to control large parts of the country. The United Nations has called for urgent support, highlighting a dramatic increase in deaths, kidnappings, and gender-based violence.
Far-right streamer Nick Fuentes claims a man attempted to assassinate him at his Illinois home. Police responded and fatally shot the suspect, identified as John R. Lyons, after he allegedly fired at officers. Fuentes, who was livestreaming at the time, shared Ring doorbell footage of the armed man approaching his door.
Born in Edinburgh, Scotland, in 1847, Bell came from a family where communication was more than just talking—it was a science. His father, Alexander Melville Bell, was a speech therapist who developed “Visible Speech,†a phonetic system to help deaf people communicate. His grandfather? Also a speech expert. And then there was his mother, Eliza Grace Symonds Bell, who was deaf—a fact that shaped young Bell’s fascination with sound.
Pope Francis, recovering from pneumonia, has delegated Holy Week's major liturgical services to cardinals. Despite his absence from the Holy Thursday Mass, reports suggest a possible private visit to a Rome prison, a tradition he values. Improving after a hospital stay, Francis recently met with his medical team, expressing gratitude.
US President Trump and Russian President Putin held a crucial 90-minute call to discuss ending the Ukraine war. Both leaders agreed to an immediate ceasefire targeting energy infrastructure. They also emphasized rebuilding US-Russia relations for economic and geopolitical stability.