A fire broke out backstage at the France Pavilion in EPCOT at Walt Disney World, causing no injuries. The blaze began in a walk-in cooler and was quickly extinguished. Videos on social media showed smoke rising as authorities continued their investigation during the busy Spring Break season.
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The Trump administration has warned New York City's transit authority to reduce crime levels in the subway system or risk cuts to federal funding. Transportation secretary Sean Duffy emphasised the need for immediate action to ensure public safety. The MTA reports that crime has decreased, but the federal government remains concerned. Potential financial repercussions could affect the city's transit system and its daily riders.
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​"Drones have no use at night unless you are doing some intelligence work, looking for some bad guys or looking for a victim or doing some type of military project. Drones can see stuff unless they have thermal optics. You need mapping during the day. The only reason will be if you are looking for something -- a person, or a gas," Ferguson said.
Patty Morin, mother of a murder victim, criticizes judges and Democrats for blocking Trump’s deportation flights, accusing them of prioritizing criminals. Her daughter was allegedly murdered by an illegal immigrant. She supports Trump's efforts and condemns judicial decisions halting deportations as harmful to Americans. Trump's legal battle over deportations forces Democrats into a difficult position, reflecting strong public support for stricter immigration enforcement.
Accenture is discontinuing its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) goals in response to shifts in the US political landscape. The company will no longer track gender and racial diversity targets or use DEI metrics in employee evaluations. This move aligns with similar actions by other major tech companies.
A protest against Israel in Brooklyn's Borough Park turned violent as demonstrators clashed with pro-Israel locals. The demonstration, organized by Pal-Awda, opposed a real estate event. Tensions escalated leading to fights, with one protester arrested. Local leaders condemned the protest, as it targeted the predominantly Orthodox Jewish neighborhood.
Michigan Rep. Laurie Pohutsky revealed she underwent sterilization, expressing concerns over reproductive healthcare under Trump's policies. Her announcement at a rally highlighted fears of restricted reproductive rights. The decision drew criticism from conservatives, but Pohutsky defended it as a personal healthcare choice. Trump reinstated policies limiting federal funding for abortion services, igniting debates over reproductive rights.