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Trump Delays Xi Summit Amid Iran War Uncertainty

Washington, President Donald Trump postponed a planned March 31–April 2 trip to Beijing, announcing on March 17 that the summit with President Xi Jinping would be reset to 'about five or six weeks' later as the administr…

Venezuela Wins First WBC Title After Narrow Final

Miami, Venezuela defeated the United States 3-2 to win the World Baseball Classic on Tuesday, claiming the nation's first WBC title. Eugenio Suárez delivered a ninth-inning go-ahead double after Bryce Harper tied the gam…

Communities Report Water Quality Issues and Responses

United States Local and state officials, residents and utilities reported multiple water issues this week, ranging from voluntary donation of water rights in Jefferson County, Texas, to grassroots demands for cleaner mun…

Comer subpoenas Bondi for testimony in Epstein probe

Washington. House Oversight Chairman Rep. James Comer subpoenaed Attorney General Pam Bondi on Tuesday, ordering a deposition April 14 to question the Justice Department's handling of Jeffrey Epstein investigation files …

Washington: NATO Declines Participation in U.S.-Led Iran Operation

Washington, President Donald Trump said Tuesday most NATO allies declined to join the U.S. military operation against Iran and he asserted U.S. forces no longer require allied naval support to secure the Strait of Hormuz…

Top U.S. Counterterrorism Chief Resigns Over Iran War

WASHINGTON, Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, resigned on Tuesday, saying he cannot in good conscience support the Trump administration's war in Iran. In a letter and post on X, Kent said I…

Lakers Rally Late To Beat Rockets, Extend Streak

Houston — The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Houston Rockets 100-92 on Monday night, extending a six-game winning streak. Luka Dončić scored 36 points and Deandre Ayton added seven points and 11 rebounds, including key …

Senate begins marathon debate over SAVE America Act

Washington Republican senators opened a lengthy debate this week on the SAVE America Act, an elections bill requiring proof of citizenship to register and photo identification to vote. Senators discussed amendments and p…

Hawks extend streak as Alexander-Walker scores 41

Atlanta. The Hawks beat the Orlando Magic 124-112 Monday, extending their winning streak to ten games as Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored a career-high 41 and Jalen Johnson recorded a triple-double. Atlanta improved to 38…

U.S. Cities to Host Expanded Olympic Soccer Schedule

Los Angeles — Organizers released the LA28 football schedule this week, announcing that men's and women's soccer will begin July 10, four days before the July 14 opening ceremony, and will be staged across seven U.S. cit…

Venezuela rallies past Italy to reach WBC final

MIAMI — Venezuela rallied past Italy 4-2 on Monday to reach the World Baseball Classic final, overcoming a seventh-inning deficit with consecutive two-out RBI singles by Ronald Acuña Jr., Maikel García and Luis Arraez. A…

US lawmakers, firms advance AI amid regulatory uncertainty

United States — Ohio lawmakers and companies acted on artificial intelligence this week. On March 2, an Ohio General Assembly poll found broad legislative AI use but substantial indecision on regulation and student use, …

Illinois primary enters decisive fundraising and spending contest

CHICAGO. Illinois voters held competitive March 17 primaries as candidates competed to replace retiring Sen. Dick Durbin and fill multiple open House seats. Democratic contenders Juliana Stratton, Raja Krishnamoorthi and…

Notre Dame Mourns Lou Holtz with Public Funeral

SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Notre Dame held a public Mass of Christian burial and procession Monday for former head coach Lou Holtz, who died March 4 at age 89. The Basilica of the Sacred Heart hosted the service at 1 p.m., with …

Djokovic Withdraws From Miami Open Due To Shoulder

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. Novak Djokovic withdrew from the Miami Open this weekend after reporting a right shoulder injury, tournament officials announced Sunday. Djokovic, a six-time Miami champion and eight-time finalist tie…

Companies Announce Calls, Milestones, Expansion, Settlement

United States — Several companies announced operational updates and financial events this week, including scheduled earnings calls, facility milestones, market expansions, and a litigation settlement. Mobilicom set a Mar…

Multiple U.S. Firms Report Quarterly Earnings and Guidance

Reston, Virginia. Five publicly traded companies this week reported quarterly results and guidance, with Science Applications International Corp. posting $85 million profit in fiscal Q4 and revenue of $1.75 billion; Gree…

Thousands Strike at JBS Greeley Meatpacking Plant Monday

Greeley, Colorado. About 3,800 workers at the JBS meatpacking plant walked off the job Monday after contract negotiations with the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 7 failed. Union leaders said members authorized …

Severe Storms, Freezes, Rapid Warm-ups Sweep Regions

United States. Multiple regions experienced rapid temperature swings, severe storms, and freeze warnings this week as a strong cold front moved through the Southeast and central U.S. Meteorologists reported gusty winds, …

U.S. advances to WBC final after contested called strike

MIAMI — Team USA defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 Sunday night in a World Baseball Classic semifinal that ended on a called third strike, leaving the Dominicans eliminated and Team USA advancing to the championship ga…

Cameron Young rallies to win Players Championship title

Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. — Cameron Young rallied from a third-round deficit to win The Players Championship Sunday at TPC Sawgrass. Young recorded a four-under 68, making five birdies and one bogey, and finished one shot …

Dharmendra Omitted From Oscars' Televised In Memoriam Segment

Los Angeles — The Academy omitted veteran Bollywood actor Dharmendra from the televised 'In Memoriam' montage at the 98th Academy Awards on March 16, 2026, despite listing him on its official online memorial. The broadca…

Trump Presses Allies to Reopen Strategic Hormuz Strait

Washington. President Donald Trump said he may delay a planned late‑March summit in Beijing as he pressed China and other allies to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz after Iran's actions disrupted tanker traffic and lifte…

Auburn Hosts South Alabama; UNCW Travels to Yale Tuesday

Auburn, Alabama, USA — Auburn and other college teams will begin National Invitation Tournament play this week after missing or accepting postseason bids. The Tigers, second team out of the NCAA field, accepted a No. 1 s…

Michael B. Jordan Wins Best Actor Oscar — 'Sinners'

Los Angeles: Michael B. Jordan won the Best Actor Oscar on March 16, 2026, at the 98th Academy Awards for his dual roles in Sinners. The blues-soaked supernatural period film set in 1930s Mississippi received wide recogn…

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