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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Trump Says U. S. Tanker Planes Barely Hit in Saudi Attack

President Trump posted on Truth Social that most of the U. S. aircraft targeted at a Saudi base were almost unharmed. He claimed four out of five refueling planes sustained only minor damage and had already returned to service, while the fifth would fly again soon. The statement came after Iranian f

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Countries May Deploy Warships to Protect Hormuz Strait

A U. S. leader recently announced that several nations could station warships near the strategic waterway to counter a potential blockade. He mentioned possible partners such as China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others but did not specify any official commitments. The statement appea

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Airport Traffic Stopped After Strange Smell

A sharp chemical odor hit a Virginia air‑traffic control center, forcing the FAA to shut down three major airports in the Washington area. The incident began when controllers at Potomac Consolidated Terminal RADAR Approach Control could no longer work because the air smelled strongly of chemicals. T

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

US Sets $10M Reward for Iranian Officials

The United States has announced a reward of up to ten million dollars for anyone who can provide reliable information about senior members of Iran’s military and intelligence services, including the country’s new Supreme Leader. The offer focuses on ten individuals linked to the Islamic Revolutio

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Kast’s New Focus: Crime, Borders and a Different Style

The new president of Chile has taken a clear stance on the two issues that most people care about today: crime and immigration. He has announced tougher prison rules, longer sentences for gang members, and a plan to curb the flow of people from Venezuela. He also said he will station more sold

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Judge’s Call for Leniency Sparks Debate Over Judicial Ethics

The chief judge of New York’s highest court has sparked controversy by publicly urging voters to reject judges who impose strict sentences. In a speech delivered at CUNY Law School, he criticized the current system for sending serious offenders to long prison terms and called for a “Second Look Act”

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Staff Cuts Slow Down Government Record Requests

A wave of layoffs in the federal workforce has made it harder for people to get documents from government agencies. The cuts started when a new president took office 14 months ago, with a hiring freeze and many employees leaving or retiring early. The result is that agencies are missing deadlines fo

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Bolsonaro's Health Declines Amid Hospital Stay

The former Brazilian president is still in intensive care after a lung infection, but doctors report his kidney health has worsened and inflammation markers are rising. The DF Star hospital in Brasilia confirmed that there is no current plan for him to leave the facility. The 70‑year‑old receives an

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Democracy’s Test: When a School Board Forum Turns into a Tension Hotspot

A small gathering in Anchorage on March 5 turned into a flashpoint for free‑speech and political decorum. The event, hosted by the Hillside Home and Landowners group, promised an open Q&A with School Board candidate Alexander Rosales. Yet the moderator sidestepped the written questions from attendee

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Mar 14 2026POLITICS

Israel Warns It Might Hit Lebanese Ambulances in Ongoing Clash

Israel’s army said on Saturday that it could target ambulances and hospitals in Lebanon if they are used by Hezbollah for fighting. The claim came from a military spokesman who posted on X, but no proof was shown. He warned that Hezbollah is “using ambulances for military purposes” and that Israel w

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