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G7 Holds Off on Releasing Emergency Oil Reserves
Oil jumps about 25 percent to its highest since 2022 as the Middle East conflict rattles markets.
Hegseth Warns ‘More Casualties’ Should Be Expected in Iran Operation
So far, seven US service members have been killed in combat during Operation Epic Fury.
Men in Bombing Incident Near Mamdani’s Home Motivated by ISIS, NYPD Says
The two men allegedly targeted anti-Islamic protesters near the mayor’s residence on the Upper East Side of Manhattan.
‘Ardent and Affectionate’: The Friendships That Shaped Thomas Jefferson
From boyhood companions to fellow founders, Jefferson’s enduring friendships influenced both his character and the nation he helped build.
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Health Department Calls Off First Meeting of Remade Autism Committee
The meeting had been slated to take place on March 19.
Coming to a School District Near You: ‘Portrait of a Graduate’
Advocates say academic achievement alone won’t prepare young people to keep up with the changing society and technology.
San Francisco Mayor Lurie’s Security Involved in Physical Altercation in Tenderloin Neighborhood
The officers had non-life-threatening injuries and were treated by paramedics at the scene, the San Francisco Police Department said.
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Under Federal Pressure, More Gender Clinics Halt Procedures on Minors
In the first two months of 2026, about a half-dozen clinics announced they would pause or discontinue transgender services to minors.
Iranian Regime Names Khamenei’s Son as New Leader
President Donald Trump said earlier on March 8 that Iran’s new leader is ‘not going to last long’ if he is not approved by the United States.
Opposing Sides of Gun Debate Pen Compromise Public Safety Policies
Members of ‘Bridging the Divide on Firearm Policy’ say getting to know one another was key to cutting through angry rhetoric and drafting serious policy.
6 Dead as Michigan and Oklahoma Hit by Severe Weather Outbreak
At least four people were killed in Michigan and two others died in Oklahoma.
Daylight Saving Begins on Sunday—What to Know About Efforts to Lock the Clock
Clocks across America will jump an hour back at 2:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.
Trump to Host Miami Summit With Latin American Leaders to Advance ‘Donroe Doctrine’
More than a dozen Latin American leaders will join the U.S. president to launch a new security initiative, called ‘The Shield of the Americas’ on Saturday.
FDA Defends Demand for New Trial for Rare Brain Disease Therapy
Regulators have asked the company, which says there is already sufficient data, to run a placebo-controlled trial.
IRS, Social Security Agency Release List of Common Scams
Scammers can impersonate the IRS to dupe taxpayers, with the agency reporting more than 600 instances of social media impersonations during FY 2025.
Report Shows Wide Disparity in Hospital Drug Prices
Patients may be charged more than 2,000 percent more for the same drug at the same hospital. Researchers say price transparency is the key to change.
US Issues India 30-Day Waiver to Buy Russian Oil Amid Iran Conflict
India has been one of Russia’s largest crude oil importers since the invasion of Ukraine.
House Passes DHS Funding Bill Amid Shutdown
Republicans say that funding the department is urgent amid the war in Iran and the risk of retaliatory terrorist attacks.
Paxton Says He Would Consider Dropping Out of Texas Race if Senate Passes Election Bill
Paxton criticized Cornyn for supporting policies backed by former President Joe Biden and for opposing Trump in the past.
