International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8th, is being marked with a range of observances, from celebrations of female accomplishments to protests against gender inequality and violence. Demonstrations, complete with banners, took place in cities like Bangkok and Berlin, while women across the U.K. participated in various events. In the U.S., Women’s March, an […]
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Crypto Industry Gains Influence as Trump Hosts Summit
President Donald Trump addressed crypto executives at the White House on March 7, declaring it “a very important day in your lives.” Trump hosted the inaugural Crypto Summit, bringing together prominent figures in the crypto world with cabinet officials to reaffirm his support for the industry and solicit their input on regulation and legislation. Attendees […]
Russian Attacks in Ukraine Result in 20 Deaths; US Reduces Intelligence Flow to Kyiv
These attacks occurred a day after Russia targeted Ukrainian power infrastructure using numerous missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles.
Unions Sue to Block DOGE’s Access to Americans’ Social Security Information
Labor unions are seeking an immediate court order to block Elon Musk’s company, DOGE, from gaining access to Americans’ Social Security information.
‘Mickey 17’ Offers Glimmers of Hope Amidst Dystopian Capitalism
Warning: This post contains spoilers for Mickey 17. Around the release of his Oscar-winning film Parasite, the first foreign-language movie to win Best Picture, director Bong Joon-ho spoke about why the South Korean dark comedy resonated with audiences globally. He stated that “essentially, we all live in the same country, called Capitalism.” Bong’s previous works, […]
Hantavirus: An Explanation
Betsy Arakawa, wife of Gene Hackman, officials in New Mexico announced Friday. Hantavirus, which exists globally, is transmitted through contact with rodents or their waste products like urine or feces. It cannot be transmitted from one person to another. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, this virus can lead to a […]
Netflix Docuseries “American Manhunt” Unveils the Secret Operation that Eliminated Osama bin Laden
` tags. The hunt for Osama bin Laden, the founder of al-Qaeda responsible for the September 11, 2001 attacks that killed 2,977 people and injured thousands more, lasted approximately a decade, culminating in his death in Pakistan on May 2, 2011. American Manhunt: Osama bin Laden, a Netflix documentary series premiering March 10, features interviews […]
Mickey 17’s Appeal Hinges on Dual Robert Pattinson Performances
Robert Pattinson plays a character who faces perilous tasks on a frigid and hostile world in Bong Joon-ho’s new film.
Wall Street Frustrated with Trump’s Policies Early in the Year
This article is part of The D.C. Brief, TIME’s politics newsletter. Sign up to get stories like this sent to your inbox. Recent weeks have seen constant changes in policy from the White House, making it difficult to trust anything said at face value. A prime example is President Donald Trump’s relationship with Canada and […]
Gene Hackman Passes Away From Heart Ailment; Wife’s Death Attributed to Hantavirus
SANTA FE, N.M. — Authorities announced on Friday that the actor’s death was due to heart disease and that he exhibited severe signs of Alzheimer’s disease. This information comes a week after his wife passed away from hantavirus in their residence. Following the discovery of the bodies on February 26th, investigators initially ruled out any […]
Hopeful Message From Iran on International Women’s Day
The sheer scale and power of the “Woman, Life, Freedom” protests in Iran were initially surprising. The protests, which started in 2022 and continued into January, provided a fresh look at Iranian society. Why did women’s protests, in a country facing numerous economic hardships that also fueled protests in 2017 and 2018, gain such widespread […]
Columbia University Probes Spark Free Speech Debate Amid Campus Tensions
Almost a year after protests occurred on college campuses nationwide, Columbia University, which experienced significant student demonstrations, has initiated investigations. Columbia’s Office of Institutional Equity is reportedly issuing notices to students for actions like writing opinion pieces, participating in art exhibits related to campus encampments, and sharing political views on social media, according to the […]
Laid-off Federal Workers Find Little Sympathy from Family Members
NEW YORK — As some recently laid-off federal employees struggle to find new employment and healthcare coverage, they face an unexpected challenge: lack of support, and even outright celebration of their job loss, from family members. The deep political divisions within the country are now infiltrating personal relationships, manifesting in text messages, social media posts, […]
New Mexico Reports Adult Death in Measles Case
New Mexico state health officials reported on Thursday that an adult in the state with a measles infection has died, though it hasn’t been determined if the virus caused the death. According to a health department spokesperson, the deceased individual was unvaccinated and did not seek medical treatment. Specific details such as age were not […]
Judge to Hear Arguments on Halting Immigration Arrests at U.S. Schools
DENVER — On Friday, a federal judge will hear arguments regarding a request to prevent immigration agents from making arrests at schools. This request is in response to a Trump administration policy, which has not yet been implemented. Denver Public Schools is urging U.S. District Judge Daniel Domenico to issue an injunction against immigration enforcement […]
New Zealand’s Ambassador to UK Dismissed After Trump Comments
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand’s top representative in the U.K. has been dismissed due to comments he made this week in London regarding U.S. President Donald Trump, according to New Zealand’s foreign minister on Thursday. Phil Goff, New Zealand’s High Commissioner to the U.K., made the remarks during a Tuesday event hosted by the […]
Ukraine Minerals Deal: Why Trump’s Win Claim Is Misguided
A potential positive outcome of the interaction between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky recently was that it appeared to cast doubt on a minerals agreement between the U.S. and Ukraine. However, it seems more reasonable perspectives are now taking precedence. Zelensky stated on Tuesday that he is “reviving” the deal, and Trump has praised Ukraine’s […]
US Challenges Thailand’s Justification for Uyghur Deportation to China
BANGKOK — The U.S. State Department stated on Friday that the United States and other nations repeatedly offered Thailand opportunities to resettle over thirty Uyghur men before their deportation to China. Rights groups fear they could be subjected to torture and other abuses upon their return. Last week, the 40 Uyghurs, who had been held […]
The Events Leading to Cobel’s Decision in Severance: Episode 8 Explained
Warning: This post contains spoilers for Episode 8 of Severance Season 2. Much has happened in Severance since Harmony Cobel was last seen leaving Helena Eagan in episode three of Season 2. Episode 8, titled “Sweet Vitriol,” marks Patricia Arquette’s character’s return. The 38-minute episode begins with Harmony arriving in Salt’s Neck, the town she […]
Ex-Olympic Snowboarder from Canada, Now Accused Drug Kingpin, Added to FBI’s Most Wanted List
LOS ANGELES — A $10 million reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of Ryan Wedding, a former Canadian Olympic snowboarder accused of leading a vast international drug trafficking operation and ordering multiple murders connected to it. The FBI added 43-year-old Ryan Wedding to its most wanted list on Thursday, coinciding with […]














