The Trump White House acknowledged February as Black History Month while the Defense Department declared identity months unnecessary, ceasing observances like Black History Month and Women's History Month. President Trump, targeting diversity programs, calls for a merit-based society. His proclamation praised key figures in Black history and anticipated future contributions under his administration.
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Israeli intelligence agents revealed a decade-long operation involving booby-trapped pagers and walkie-talkies supplied to Hezbollah. Detonated in September 2024, the devices killed approximately 30 militants and wounded many more, creating widespread fear and demonstrating Israel's reach. The operation unfolded amidst escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah following the Hamas attack in October 2023.
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Elon Musk shared a video of a Starship upper stage making a vertical water landing, highlighting effort toward perfecting reentry at extreme temperatures. SpaceX prepares for a critical test flight on March 4, focusing on refining techniques and the Super Heavy booster’s controlled landing. This follows the FAA’s approval and hardware upgrades after a previous prototype was lost.
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, detained in Tehran's Evin prison, returned home to Rome after diplomatic efforts from the Italian government. Sala was held in harsh conditions for three days before her release. Her detention occurred shortly after Italy arrested Iranian businessman Mohammad Abedini, leading to suspicions of political motivations.
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