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Trump Expects Iran War to End ‘Soon’
‘Won’t be long. And we’re going to have a much safer world when it’s wrapped up,’ President Donald Trump said.
Russia Benefiting From US-Iran War While Impacts on China Are ‘Complicated’: Analysts
How, or if, the United States’ primary adversaries can capitalize on its Middle East ‘distraction’ depends on the conflict’s duration, scholars say.
Fed Opens March Policy Meeting With Iran Conflict Clouding the Outlook
The futures market widely expects the Federal Reserve will leave interest rates unchanged.
Southwest Airlines to End Service at O’Hare and Dulles Airports
The airline’s service to the two major hubs ends on June 4.
Philadelphia Celebrates 256th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Taoiseach of Ireland Micheál Martin joins the march as guest of honor.
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White House Outlines Vision for Underground Visitor Screening Facility
The 33,000-square-foot facility proposed beneath Sherman Park would process visitors entering the White House and could open by mid-2028 if approved.
Parents—Not Schools—Must Be in Charge of Their Children
Families, not government institutions, are the foundation of society, and parents should be trusted to guide their children’s upbringing and education.
Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Ban Chinese Nationals From Driving Trucks With US Military Cargo
‘Communist China continues spying on American military technology by exploiting truck drivers handling Department of War cargo,’ Sen. Tom Cotton said.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Has Cancer, Trump Announces
The president announced that the cancer is in its early stages and indicated Wiles won’t be leaving her position.
US Coast Guard Intercepts Semi-Submersible in Pacific Carrying 17,600 Pounds of Cocaine
The interception was conducted as part of Operation Pacific Viper, under which authorities have interdicted more than 200,000 pounds of cocaine.
CENTCOM Says Iranian Claims US Using Drones to Strike Gulf Countries Are False
‘U.S. attack drones are only targeting Iranian military capabilities to eliminate threats posed to the region,’ it stated.
Medicare Advantage Overpayments Raise Costs for All Seniors, Congressional Committee Finds
Over 40 million seniors see Medicare Part B premiums taken from Social Security. Medicare Advantage overpayments directly cut their monthly take-home pay.
US Urges Americans to Leave Iraq Immediately
American citizens were urged to stay away from the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad due to risks of missiles, drones, and rockets in Iraqi airspace.
Judge Temporarily Blocks DHS From Ending Protected Status for Somali Immigrants
The judge said Somalis could face substantial consequences if the termination of special protections were to take effect while the case is ongoing.
Warnings of Snowstorm, Extreme Heat Issued for Different Parts of US
The NWS issued blizzard warnings for South Dakota and Minnesota, while Maine is expected to get 3 to 6 inches, and California faces potentially dangerous heat.
Trump Says Reports of Long Gas Lines in China Since Iran War Are Correct
Chinese refineries are the primary buyers of Iranian crude oil.
US Sending More Marines, Warships to Middle East
The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, consisting of around 5,000 Marines and sailors, is currently operating near Japan.
US Job Openings Unexpectedly Rebound From 5-Year Low in January
Fewer workers quit their jobs to start 2026, a sign of waning confidence about the labor market.
