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Bus lane fines in England are raining money (and rage)

New data says bus lane penalties across England have become a high-speed revenue hobby. From January 2023 to December 2025, the 38 largest local authorities issued over three million penalty charge notices, pulling in £103.8 million, roughly 2,760 fines a day. In some places, an offence was clocked about every 30 seconds. Enforcement peaked in 2024 as councils rolled out more cameras and monitored lanes. Manchester led the charge with 573,822 penalties, followed by Bristol, Sheffield, Brighton and Hove, and Birmingham, with hotspots including Manchester’s Bridge Street and Sheffield’s Arundel Gate. About one in 11 fines was appealed, and 31% of challenges succeeded, which is a fun little reminder that the system is only mostly flawless.

Heat pumps are back, the government wants you to love them

Heat pumps are being pushed as the cleaner way to heat homes and reduce fossil fuel dependence, because nothing says “simple upgrade” like retooling how your entire house stays warm. Ministers want more households to install them to lower energy use and bring down bills, with costs varying depending on the home and how complicated the installation gets.

Deadly Air Canada regional jet crash at LaGuardia, NTSB investigates

A late-night crash at New York’s LaGuardia turned catastrophic when an arriving Air Canada regional flight from Montreal allegedly collided with a fire truck on the runway. Officials say the impact tore apart the cockpit, killing the pilot and co-pilot. Around 40 passengers and crew, plus two people from the truck, were taken to hospitals. A flight attendant, Solange Tremblay, survived after being thrown from the aircraft, suffering leg fractures and likely needing surgery. Experts pointed to her crew jump seat and four-point restraint as possible lifesavers. The NTSB is investigating air traffic control and ground-vehicle coordination, and the runway is expected to stay closed for days while debris is cleared and flight recorders are analyzed.

Mel Schilling dies at 54

Mel Schilling, the dating coach known for Married at First Sight, has died at 54. Her husband said she passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones.

Fans file complaint against FIFA over World Cup ticket prices

The Football Supporters' Association has filed a formal complaint against FIFA, saying World Cup ticket prices are excessive and that the buying conditions for fans are unfair. FIFA, the lovable nonprofit vibe curator for billion-dollar spectacles, is once again accused of treating supporters like walking wallets that occasionally sing.

Israel says it will apply “Gaza model” in southern Lebanon

Israel says it will apply the “Gaza model” in southern Lebanon and has ordered its military to speed up the destruction of border villages. The approach is driving further displacement and worsening pressure on Lebanon, already strained by deep political and economic turmoil.

Welsh politics, “independence by stealth” accusations fly ahead of May 7 elections

Reform UK and Labour have accused Plaid Cymru of keeping plans for Welsh independence out of public view ahead of the May 7 elections, calling it “independence by stealth.” They cite proposals like retaining Welsh students, considering a separate Welsh crime and courts system, and pushing for more control over rail and welfare. Plaid Cymru rejects the claim, saying it is focused on practical priorities like cutting NHS waiting lists, expanding free childcare, backing businesses, and reviewing higher-education funding.

HBO Max comedy “Hacks” sets final season premiere date

Hacks, starring Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder, returns for its fifth and final season on HBO Max on April 9, because even great comedies eventually have to wrap it up before the algorithm demands a gritty prequel.

Hungary’s foreign minister confirms calls with Russia’s Lavrov during EU meetings

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó says he regularly speaks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov during private EU meetings, after reports said he makes routine contact during breaks in Brussels. He defended the calls as a normal part of diplomacy and maintaining dialogue with other partners.

US ambassador warns that not implementing the EU-US trade deal would be economic malpractice

A US ambassador says failing to implement the EU-US trade deal would amount to economic malpractice. The newsletter also includes former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett criticizing some European countries’ response to the war in Iran, and updates from Canberra after the EU and Australia finalized a free trade agreement overnight.

Kim Jong Un Calls South Korea the "Most Hostile State" and Pledges to Expand North Korea’s Nuclear Arsenal

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un labeled South Korea the country’s “most hostile state” in a speech to North Korea’s legislature, and vowed to continue building up North Korea’s nuclear capabilities, according to state media reports.

Nvidia Is Developing a Computer for Orbiting AI Data Centers

Nvidia is working on its Space-1 Vera Rubin module, aimed at supporting future orbital AI data centers that could use solar power and avoid terrestrial constraints like zoning and nearby residents. The major engineering hurdle is cooling high-performance chips in space, where heat must be removed primarily through radiation rather than conduction or convection. The effort comes amid broader industry interest in space-based computing, including comments from Elon Musk about putting data centers in orbit.

Utah Mother Accused of Kidnapping Son’s Alleged Bully to Force an Apology

Prosecutors in Utah say Shannon Tufuga, 40, allegedly searched for her son’s 11-year-old alleged bully, forced the child into her car without his parents’ consent, and took him to her home in Provo, where he was kept until he apologized to her autistic son. Police allege she also threatened to have her husband assault the boy and said he was lucky she did not run over his bike. The child was later returned home, but investigators say he suffered serious emotional distress. Tufuga is charged with second-degree felony kidnapping and aggravated child abuse after the charges were reduced from first-degree felonies.

AZAK to showcase second-generation unmanned ground vehicle at AUSA Global Force

AZAK plans to present its second-generation unmanned ground vehicle at the AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition in Huntsville, Alabama, running March 24–26, 2026. The Denver-based company said it will bring its latest platform following recent progress in U.S. Army-linked innovation programs.

BBC pulls The Repair Shop episode featuring Bob Monkhouse joke books after concerns over sexist material

The BBC has shelved a planned episode of The Repair Shop that was set to feature Bob Monkhouse’s handwritten joke books from the 1960s onwards, brought in by his writing partner Colin Edmonds and adopted daughter Abigail Williams. A production staff member raised concerns about a joke and other material considered sexist, and BBC management supported the decision not to broadcast the segment, leaving contributors and some staff disappointed. The BBC and the show’s production company said the choice was a normal production decision made with viewers in mind.

Study finds Europeans increasingly anxious about wars and supportive of greater EU independence

A study finds that escalating conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East are heightening Europeans’ anxiety about global instability, alongside growing support for the EU to become more independent and to take a stronger role in defence and international influence.

On March 24, 2015, the Germanwings crash killed 150 people in France

On March 24, 2015, a Germanwings flight carrying 150 people, including German high school students, crashed in the French Alps in southern France, killing everyone on b

LaGuardia reopens after fatal runway crash

New York City’s LaGuardia Airport reopened Monday afternoon as federal investigators began examining what caused a deadly collision late Sunday involving an Air Canada flight and a fire truck on Runway 4.

White House pays oil major to quit offshore wind, then calls it energy policy

The Trump administration said it will reimburse TotalEnergies up to $1 billion to give up two U.S. offshore wind leases off North Carolina and New York, part of a broader push against offshore wind and other renewables. TotalEnergies also pledged not to pursue new U.S. offshore wind projects and said the refunded money would go toward fossil fuel investments, including an LNG plant in Texas. Environmental groups blasted the deal as a workaround to block wind development after courts overturned earlier attempts to halt construction.

West Philadelphia resident says illegal dumping has surrounded her home for two years

A woman on the 700 block of North Brooklyn Street in West Philadelphia says three illegal dumping sites have piled trash into nearby lots and behind her house for more than two years. She says dumpers show up regularly, wildlife like foxes and raccoons have moved in, and rats have gotten large enough to file their own complaints. After reporting the issue since early January, she says city cleanups have been insufficient and she wants more frequent crews. The city says it is investigating, and illegal dumping can bring fines up to $5,000.

Cuba power crisis worsens as U.S. pressure meets higher oil prices

With global oil prices rising amid the Iran war and U.S. restrictions tightened on Cuba’s fuel supply, the island faces deepening shortages that helped trigger a nationwide grid collapse on March 16. Millions lost power, disrupting hospitals, water pumping, and waste collection. Washington has also pressured other countries to curb trade with Havana, while Cuba seeks support from partners such as Russia for fuel shipments and China for rapid solar expansion. Possible next steps range from negotiations under continued pressure to destabilization or escalation, while ordinary Cubans carry the immediate humanitarian cost.

Shutdown leaves Philadelphia TSA officers unpaid, ICE agents show up at airports

A partial government shutdown has left TSA officers in Philadelphia without three paychecks, with veteran officer LaShanda Palmer describing mounting strain on basic expenses like gas, housing, and childcare. Homeland Security reported a nearly 12% callout rate nationwide, and more than 20% at Philadelphia International Airport over the weekend. The Trump administration has sent ICE agents to support operations at 13 airports including PHL, though they were seen at the airport without actively running security, and their presence has added anxiety among TSA staff. Local nonprofits have set up a food pantry at PHL to help unpaid officers keep working.

Explainer: what “air hunger” is and when it is an emergency

Air hunger is an intense sensation of not getting enough air or being unable to take a full breath. It can happen during hard exercise, but also with lung or heart disease, long COVID, or severe anxiety and panic disorders. It differs from general shortness of breath and can cause rapid deep breathing, yawning or sighing, and symptoms like chest tightness, sweating, dizziness, and coughing. First-time or severe episodes need urgent medical attention. Treatment focuses on identifying the underlying cause with clinical assessment and tests, including oxygen saturation and lung or exercise testing, and may include inhalers, oxygen, or short-term symptom-relief medications in select cases. Non-drug strategies like pursed-lip breathing, timed breathing, mindfulness, and cool air to the face can reduce distress during episodes.

U.S. Army Names a New 6.8mm M7 Carbine Variant the XM8, Reusing a Previous Program’s Designation

A shorter, lighter carbine version of the U.S. Army’s 6.8x51mm M7 rifle has been designated the XM8, reviving a name previously used for a cancelled early-2000s rifle family sometimes associated with “Starship Troopers”-inspired styling. The new XM8 trims overall length from about 37 to 32 inches, reduces barrel length from roughly 13 to 11 inches, and drops weight to about 7.33 pounds without the suppressor, compared with around 8.36 pounds for the M7. It features a fixed stock, a softer butt pad, and a more rigid handguard, and is part of ongoing product improvements meant to address past criticisms of the M7’s weight and ergonomics as fielding expands.

South Korea Secures Emergency Oil Supplies from the UAE Amid Rising Energy Risks

South Korea has secured emergency crude oil supplies from the United Arab Emirates, underscoring growing concerns about energy security as conflict in the Middle East increases the risk of supply disruptions.

Safety Lapses Highlighted After Deadly Factory Fire in Daejeon

A blaze at an auto parts plant in Daejeon killed 14 people and injured 60, exposing safety failures and prompting urgent scrutiny of industrial safety practices.

Man who did not disclose a child sexual abuse conviction wins the right to appeal deportation after judge accepts it was an honest mistake

Edi Cardoso Ramos, 29, convicted in Portugal in 2014 for sexually abusing a five-year-old when he was a teenager, has been allowed to challenge his deportation from the UK. He moved to the UK in 2018 and later applied to stay, answering “No” to a question about past convictions, which he said he believed referred only to UK offences. After the conviction emerged in 2024 during a police check, the Home Office began deportation action, but a tribunal judge ruled the non-disclosure was a credible, honest mistake and said the Home Office had not shown Ramos posed a current, serious threat, allowing a fresh hearing on his removal.

UNICEF says more than 300 children have been killed in Iran and Lebanon since the war began

UNICEF deputy executive director Ted Chaiban said in a New York City briefing that 324 children have been killed in Iran and Lebanon since the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran began, including 206 deaths in Iran and 118 in Lebanon.

Flooding Devastates Hawaii Neighborhoods as Threat Continues

Parts of Hawaii remain under a flood watch after two days of heavy rain triggered severe flooding that destroyed homes and damaged infrastructure.

Petaluma’s Bubbles and Delights Café aims to brighten customers’ days

Petaluma’s Bubbles and Delights Café, owned by Debra Cargile, serves family recipes passed down from her grandmothers and mother, bringing home-style dishes to the community.

Della Fattoria Café in Petaluma Offers Handmade Breads, Pastries, and Classic Dishes

Petaluma’s Della Fattoria Café has been turning out handmade breads and pastries for more than three decades, alongside classic café dishes with a few distinctive twists.

Conshohocken Running Club offers a social way to stay active

The Conshohocken Running Club gives people a friendly, social setting to get in their steps while meeting new friends.

Pentagon closes journalist office space after judge rules press policy unconstitutional

The Defense Department plans to issue new press credentials but is moving to limit some reporters’ access by shutting down media office space inside the Pentagon, after U.S. District Judge Paul Friedman ruled the Pentagon’s restrictive press policy violated the Constitution. The decision followed a lawsuit brought by The New York Times.

Connor McDavid drags the Pacific Division after Oilers loss

After Edmonton’s 5–2 home loss to Tampa Bay, Connor McDavid took a swing at the Pacific Division’s overall quality, framing the division as weak enough that the Oilers “should” be fine, yet somehow are not. It landed like a subtle two-for-one: a critique of the room and maybe the coaching, wrapped in the classic athlete logic of “everyone else stinks, so why are we still losing.”

UK Channel crossings climb with better weather

GB News reports 982 people crossed the English Channel in small boats over the past six days, with arrivals on five of the last six days as conditions improved. Today’s figure was reported as 270, with Border Force responding to multiple dinghy sightings and bringing groups to Dover. GB News counted 62 disembarking from the vessel Defender, and said the last interception involved 71 people brought in on the Typhoon. Weather later worsened, sources suggested a temporary pause could follow, but more arrivals were expected later in the week.

Roblox plans to charge creators for brand integrations, claims it is not about revenue

Roblox says that starting next year it will charge creators when they publish brand integrations inside their experiences, while insisting the change is not aimed at generating revenue. Yes, and vending machines are famously motivated by public hydration outcomes, not money.

Iran-linked threats raise stakes in the Strait of Hormuz

Iranian officials and lawmakers have suggested they could disrupt or control traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for roughly a fifth of global oil and gas flows, potentially forcing ship operators to pay for safe passage. Reports say some vessel owners are avoiding the route due to attacks and threats, and one tanker allegedly paid $2 million to transit. The situation has tightened energy markets and pushed prices to multi-year highs, with CBS News reporting Iranian mines in the area.

Schiff and Curtis propose banning sports-style prediction markets

Sens. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and John Curtis (R-Utah) introduced the Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act, which would bar CFTC-regulated prediction market platforms from offering contracts tied to sporting events or casino-style games. Translation: if you want to bet on sports, do it the old-fashioned way, through the systems we already tolerate, regulate, and pretend are not everywhere.

DeSantis hints at another presidential run

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he is not ruling out another White House run, telling Fox News host Sean Hannity, “We’ll see,” during a podcast interview set to be released Tuesday. DeSantis is term-limited and scheduled to leave office in January 2027, which in political time is approximately seventeen comebacks, two reinventions, and one “actually I never wanted it” tour.

Mysterious trading spikes hit stocks and oil shortly before a Trump post

Volume in both stocks and crude oil futures reportedly surged minutes before a Trump post that later moved markets, drawing attention to the uncanny timing across equities and oil. Nothing screams “healthy market structure” like activity that shows up early to the party, already holding the coat.

Philadelphia forecast, sun now, cool then warming

AccuWeather says the Philadelphia region will get plenty of sunshine tomorrow. Tuesday is expected to be a bit cooler than average, with temperatures rebounding by midweek.

Blind item claims Scientology is courting Sarah Ferguson

Blind Items Revealed #7 alleges Scientology is trying to capitalize on an opening by aggressively seeking to bring Sarah Ferguson, the ex-wife of a disgraced royal, into its orbit. Allegedly, of course, but if you were writing a satire about fame, scandal, and opportunistic institutions collecting celebrities like trading cards, you would struggle to make it less on-the-nose.

Finalists Announced for Visit Philly’s 2026 Liberty Bells Awards

Action News got an early look at the finalists named for Visit Philly’s annual 2026 Liberty Bells Awards.

Joe Kent says Israel is undermining Trump’s effort to de-escalate tensions with Iran

Joe Kent, the former National Counterterrorism Center director who resigned last week over the Iran war, said Monday that Israel is trying to undercut President Trump’s efforts to dial down the conflict with Iran. His remarks came after Trump announced a five-day pause on strikes he had threatened against Iran’s energy infrastructure.

OnlyFans Owner Leonid Radvinsky Dies at 43

OnlyFans owner Leonid Radvinsky has died at the age of 43. A company spokesperson said he passed away peacefully after a long battle with cancer.

Post Malone to headline the final day of the March Madness Music Festival

Post Malone will headline the final night of the 2026 March Madness Music Festival on April 5, with performances also scheduled from Twenty One Pilots and the Zac Brown Band.

Escaped capybara from zoo spotted by dog walker

Watch: A British zoo’s escaped capybara was filmed relaxing on the shore of the River Itchen near Winchester, England, after a dog walker spotted it.

The White House’s Standard Response to Trump’s False Claims

Trump’s White House spokespeople are described as relying on a recurring two-step script when questioned about his false statements: first insisting “President Trump is right,” then pivoting to defend a different, loosely related point rather than the specific claim at issue. The approach has reportedly been used repeatedly throughout his second presidency, even in cases where the original statement is plainly inaccurate.

New British frigate launched into the water for the first time

The new British frigate HMS Active, the second of five Royal Navy Type 31 ships being built by Babcock, has entered the water for the first time at Rosyth. The float-out was completed entirely at the Rosyth site, a first for the Type 31 programme, after the ship was rolled out of the Venturer Hall in February. Type 31 frigates are due to enter service by 2030 for forward deployment and maritime security, and will feature a 57mm gun, Sea Ceptor missiles, a mission bay, and facilities for a Wildcat or Merlin helicopter, with a core crew of about 110.

ICE Officers Spotted at Multiple Airports Nationwide

ICE officers were seen Monday at several airports across the country after President Trump said they would be deployed to help address travel disruptions linked to the partial government shutdown. Videos showing ICE personnel at airports spread rapidly on social media, and the Associated Press reported observing federal officers on site.

Fox News Did Not Air Trump’s Reaction to Robert Mueller’s Death

CNN reported that Fox News mentioned Robert Mueller’s death multiple times over the weekend but did not broadcast or quote President Donald Trump’s widely criticized celebratory response, nor the backlash it triggered. Transcript database searches found at least six on-air references to Mueller’s death without including Trump’s remarks.

Hand-Registering 7,500 Domain Names: DNW Podcast #579

DNW Podcast #579 explores whether hand-registering domain names can still be profitable. Domain investor Josh Reason outlines the step-by-step method he used to find and register 7,500 domains last year, and explains how he has already made a profit from that approach.

Trump says Iran must give up its stockpile of enriched uranium

Donald Trump said any U.S.–Iran negotiations should require Tehran to abandon its nuclear ambitions and surrender its enriched uranium stockpile. He said the U.S. position is “no enrichment” and no path for Iran to develop a nuclear weapon.

Trump’s second presidency is widely seen as beyond redemption

Trump’s second presidency is portrayed as beyond redemption, with critics arguing he is governing without the consent of the governed.

Elon Musk teases “Terafab,” a chip plant run by SpaceX and Tesla

Musk announced plans for a chip manufacturing facility dubbed “Terafab,” jointly operated by SpaceX and Tesla, because apparently he looked at the semiconductor supply chain and thought, “Needs more me.”

EU urges early gas storage refills, eases the 90% target

The EU is pushing member states to start refilling gas storage early to avoid winter panic buying, while signaling countries can refill below the 90% level set in 2022. The vibe is preparedness, with a side of “let’s not make this a legally mandated stress spiral.”

UK Conservatives warn farm costs could drive food prices higher

Shadow farming minister Robbie Moore said rising input costs could push up UK food prices, citing red diesel quotes for farmers jumping from roughly 67p per litre to as high as 135p, which he linked to disruption around the Strait of Hormuz. He also warned fertiliser prices could rise, and blamed added farm pressure on recent Labour policy changes involving support payments and tax rules.

Gary Neville abused at Wembley after Man City win

Gary Neville was verbally abused by a Manchester City supporter after City’s 2-0 Carabao Cup final win over Arsenal while he worked as a Sky Sports co-commentator. He initially ignored it, then turned, gestured for silence, smiled, and carried on, which is about as calm as you can be while someone auditioning for “Worst Guy in Section 118” tries to make it about them. The episode adds to calls for more security near commentary areas.

Trump says U.S. will pause strikes on Iran’s energy infrastructure for five days

President Trump said U.S. strikes targeting Iran’s energy infrastructure would stop for five days, citing what he called “very good” and “productive” talks with leaders in Tehran over the past two days. Nothing says stable geopolitics like setting a timer on escalation.

Democrats flirt with big, simple tax cuts as affordability dominates

Some Democrats are embracing tax-cut proposals more often associated with Republicans. Sen. Chris Van Hollen proposed eliminating federal income tax for individuals earning $46,000 or less and reducing taxes slightly above that, while Sen. Cory Booker wants no income tax on the first $75,000 of household earnings, with similar ideas emerging in state races. Supporters say it is clearer than complicated credits, critics warn benefits can skew upward, revenue losses could complicate priorities like Medicaid funding or rolling back rich-friendly cuts, and deficit impacts could be sizable even if paired with higher taxes on millionaires or corporations.

Luke Humphries wins Belgian Darts Open, pushes back on “stage aura” criticism

Luke Humphries beat Jonny Clayton 8-6 in Wieze to win the Belgian Darts Open, his ninth European Tour title, and the £35,000 top prize. After nearly watching a big early lead evaporate, the world No. 2 closed it out and used the trophy moment to lightly rebut recent criticism, including an influencer claiming he lost his “stage aura,” a sentence that should come with a mandatory internet license exam.

Microsoft ships emergency Windows fix after buggy patch

Microsoft released an out-of-band Windows update to fix bugs introduced by a recent patch, just days after promising fewer problematic updates and better reliability. The plan appears to be “we will break your PC less,” which is technically progress, in the same way “fewer fires” is an exciting restaurant rebrand.

Plane and ground vehicle collide at New York’s LaGuardia Airport, suspending flights

Flights were halted at New York’s LaGuardia Airport after a plane and a ground vehicle collided. An Air Canada Express aircraft sustained significant damage in the incident.

Shabana Mahmood plans to offer France an additional £500 million to curb small boat crossings, seeking better value

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood is preparing to offer France an extra £500 million to help tackle Channel small-boat crossings, while pushing for tougher, more effective measures in return. The current UK-France migration deal expires next Tuesday, with UK officials heading to Paris to negotiate an extension as crossings rise with improving weather. The existing £500 million agreement has been criticised after only about 35% of attempts were stopped and 41,472 people arrived by small boat last year; more than 4,000 have arrived so far this year.

GrapheneOS Says It Won’t Implement Age Verification Requirements

GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused Android-based operating system, says it will not comply with laws that require collecting users’ age data during device setup, arguing it will remain usable worldwide without demanding personal information, ID, or accounts. The stance follows Brazil’s Digital ECA law taking effect on March 17, with potential fines up to R$50 million per violation for OS providers that don’t implement age verification. The refusal could complicate plans for Motorola to ship phones with GrapheneOS preinstalled—expected around 2027—potentially forcing region-by-region sales restrictions or leaving installation to users. Other open-source projects have also rejected similar requirements, including calculator firmware DB48X and MidnightBSD, which changed its license to bar use in Brazil.

Moltbook Showed How AI Hype Can Outrun Reality

Moltbook was briefly a viral, Reddit-like site billed as a social network for AI agents, inviting humans to watch as bot accounts posted and upvoted. Launched January 28 by tech entrepreneur Matt Schlicht to showcase OpenClaw, the platform quickly amassed claimed millions of agent accounts and millions of comments, along with predictable chatter about machine consciousness, bot rights, and even invented religions—plus plenty of spam and crypto scams. The episode highlighted how today’s excitement around AI agents can look more like performance than a clear preview of what useful, autonomous agents will actually become.

IEA warns Iran conflict poses a major threat to the global economy

The International Energy Agency said the Iran war is creating serious and growing risks for the global economy, with fighting in the Middle East having severely damaged more than 40 energy assets across nine countries.

Football players and managers raise concerns about professional autograph hunters

BBC Sport examines growing frustration among footballers and managers over professional autograph hunters, following a series of controversial incidents that have intensified concerns about boundaries and player welfare.

Air Canada Jet Hits Vehicle on LaGuardia Runway; FAA Temporarily Halts Flights

An Air Canada regional jet carrying nearly 80 people collided with an emergency vehicle on a runway at LaGuardia Airport, leading the FAA to temporarily stop air traffic in and out of the airport.

Top things to do, hear, see, and watch in Europe this week

Satanic slashers and sexy Swedish pop: The best things to do, hear, see, or watch in Europe this week highlights a new horror release, "They Will Kill You," in which a housekeeper takes on a satanic cult, new music from Swedish pop star Robyn touching on dating apps and IVF, and a candid Liza Minnelli feature covering affairs and addiction.

Preliminary results in Slovenia show a close race between liberals and the right wing

Preliminary results from Sunday’s parliamentary election in Slovenia indicate a tight contest between liberal and right-wing parties, in a vote widely seen as a test of whether the EU member will continue its liberal direction or shift toward th

‘Supernatural’ and ‘iZombie’ Actress Carrie Anne Fleming Dies at 51

Carrie Anne Fleming, a Canadian actor known for roles on “Supernatural” and “iZombie,” died on Feb. 26 at age 51 after a long illness. Reports said she died from complications related to cancer, and her death was confirmed by “Supernatural” co-star Jim Beaver, who said she died in Sidney, British Columbia. Fleming worked steadily in film and television for nearly three decades, including “Viper,” an uncredited appearance in “Happy Gilmore,” and the role of Karen Singer on “Supernatural.” She is survived by her daughter, Madalyn Rose.

WHO says at least 64 killed in airstrike on Sudan hospital

The World Health Organization said an airstrike on a hospital in Sudan over the weekend killed at least 64 people. Sudan’s rival military forces blamed each other for the attack.

Trump Urges Republicans Not to Compromise to End the Shutdown

Trump told Republican lawmakers to avoid any deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end the partial government shutdown until more Democrats switch their votes and pass the Save America Act. He also warned that Republicans who oppose the legislation could be pushed out of the party.

Hospital apologises after three-year-old dies during biopsy

A hospital has issued an apology over the care provided after three-year-old Aarav Chopra died during a biopsy when a trainee doctor pierced an artery, leading to fatal bleeding.

Asian stocks fall as the US and Iran warn the war could escalate

Asian markets declined amid warnings from the United States and Iran that the conflict could intensify, while the head of the International Energy Agency cautioned that continued fighting could trigger the most severe global energy crisis in decades.

Scotland starts screening newborns for a rare genetic condition

Scotland has begun testing newborn babies for Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness and, without treatment, can reduce life expectancy to around two years.

Commission Says EU Inc Will Be Implemented by the End of 2026

The European Commission has officially launched its EU Inc (the “28th regime”) legislative proposal, aiming to make it faster and easier to set up and operate companies across the EU by reducing regulatory fragmentation. The plan includes a European company register and a “once only” principle so businesses submit key information a single time to be shared across relevant administrations, with data stored in a new EU business register for EU Inc companies. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the initiative is intended to cut paperwork and remove internal barriers that hinder firms trying to scale across the single market.

Shia LaBeouf’s Outburst in Rome Caught on Camera

Shia LaBeouf was filmed having a loud outburst at an outdoor café in Rome, where he appeared to berate a nearby woman and shouted an obscenity while she did not respond. Other clips from the same outing show him pacing and yelling nearby. The incident follows other recent public episodes, including a confrontation with police in New Orleans and a bar fight that led to two simple battery charges, bond, and court-ordered rehab and drug testing.

Trump Administration to Deploy ICE Agents at Airports Amid TSA Staffing Shortages

Travelers nationwide are reacting to President Trump’s announcement that Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will begin assisting with airport security operations starting Monday, as the TSA faces ongoing staffing shortages during the partial government shutdown.

Trump says ICE agents will support airport security for as long as needed

Trump said ICE agents will help with airport security for “as long as it takes” as travelers report longer waits during the partial government shutdown. White House border official Tom Homan said ICE would assist at airports, while emphasizing they would not be assigned to certain specific duties.

South Korea urged to keep Middle East response flexible

Experts say Seoul should stay deliberately adaptable as Washington presses for support amid the Middle East crisis, with Iran-related tensions continuing to rise.

Big banks tighten corporate guarantee standards amid tariff pressure

South Korea’s four largest banks are tightening rules for corporate payment guarantees as exporters get squeezed by U.S. tariffs and a high exchange rate, raising worries about whether some firms can meet obligations.

Premier League highlights: Newcastle vs Sunderland and more

Highlights were released from three Premier League matches, including Newcastle versus Sunderland.

Oh Se-hoon pushes for centrist outreach committee

Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon renewed his call to form a campaign committee aimed at broadening his party’s appeal to centrist voters in the Seoul mayoral race. Because nothing says “fresh ideas” like another committee.

French local elections: Socialists hold big cities, nationalist right gains elsewhere

France’s Socialists retained control of major cities including Paris and Marseille, boosting the mainstream left, while the nationalist right won in Nice and several smaller towns.

Call for new collective bargaining framework after labor law revisions

A labor expert said South Korea should develop a new collective bargaining framework in response to recently revised labor laws.

Philadelphia weather: cold front brings rain and possible storms

A cold front is expected tonight in the Philadelphia region, bringing a chance of rain and a few gusty thunderstorms that could linger into Monday morning.

Chappell Roan responds after security incident claim

Chappell Roan responded after soccer player Jorginho said a security guard mistreated his 11-year-old stepdaughter when she recognized the singer.

Warning on artificial stimulus, call for structural reforms

Commentary argues that artificial economic stimulus can weaken long-term growth, urging policymakers to prioritize structural reforms for more durable, sustainable expansion. In other words, fewer sugar highs, more vegetables—and yes, it tastes worse.

Labour narrows “new towns” sites to seven

Labour has cut its shortlist for planned “new towns” to seven locations after deprioritising six sites, as it refines its flagship effort to build a wave of new settlements.

Waymo rider trapped by angry pedestrian as car refuses to move

In San Francisco, a pedestrian confronted tech worker Doug Fulop while he was riding in a driverless Waymo, pounding the car and shouting threats about people “giving money to a robot.” The vehicle stayed put because it will not move when someone is close, support would not manually drive it away, and riders cannot take over. After roughly six minutes and a 911 call, the man moved and the car left. Fulop said he now avoids Waymo at night and wants stronger safety intervention policies, amid similar incidents including vandalism and people blocking autonomous taxis until they leave.

Senate advances Trump pick Markwayne Mullin for DHS in rare Sunday vote

The Senate voted 54 to 37 to invoke cloture and advance President Donald Trump’s nomination of Oklahoma Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security, teeing up a final vote Monday or Tuesday. Democrat Martin Heinrich broke with most of his party in support, while Republican Rand Paul opposed, citing concerns about Mullin’s temperament and past remarks about political violence. A heartwarming bipartisan moment—provided you enjoy your governance with a side of chaos.

Samsung chairman expected to meet Xi on expanding China investment

Samsung Electronics Chairman Lee Jae-yong is expected to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss plans to expand Samsung’s investment in China, according to sources. When giants talk, regular people get to read the press release and pretend they were in the room.