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The premier of Ontario announced the suspension of a 25 percent tariff on electricity exports to U.S. states, just hours after President Donald Trump threatened a 50 percent tariff on Canada's aluminum and steel.

The United States and Ukraine are calling for a 30-day cease-fire, subject to the acceptance of Russia, following talks in Saudi Arabia Tuesday. The United States also agreed to lift the pause on military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine. Trump expressed hope of speaking with President Vladimir Putin this week, and that he will accept the cease-fire.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated Tuesday that the Department of State reserves the right to proceed with the deportation of pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil, after a federal judge blocked his removal.

The former president of the Philippines was arrested Tuesday at the request of the International Criminal Court over killings linked to his "war on drugs." He was placed on a flight to The Hague late Tuesday.

The U.S. stock market dropped after President Donald Trump stated he wouldn't rule out a recession. The White House later issued a statement on the downturn.

Federal immigration authorities arrested a pro-Palestinian activist and revoked his green card. Trump responded on Truth Social, saying, "This is the first arrest of many to come."

A U.S. military oil tanker and a Portuguese cargo ship carrying sodium cyanide collided off the coast of England, sparking a large fire, a dramatic rescue effort, and concerns about environmental damage.

Canada's Liberal Party has selected Mark Carney to succeed Justin Trudeau as prime minister. Carney criticized Trump's tariffs as unjustified and expressed support for Canada's retaliatory measures.

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Shots fired outside the White House. US Secret service members fired on an armed adult man there this morning. More on the details.

Lots happened this week, from President Trump's first speech to Congress to an investigation that took down thousands of spam accounts. National Correspondent David Lam breaks it down.

More developments coming out of the Middle East as the ceasefire and hostage deal hangs in the balance. Two middle east analysts join us to break down what's next for the region.

Daylight Saving Time is back as of midnight, which means more sunlight incoming. We spoke with Brendon Fallon, host of NTD’s Vital Signs, to discuss the health benefits and things to consider about sun exposure.

And, dazzling lights lit up the sky as a SpaceX Starship exploded in space just minutes after liftoff. Find out what he had to say.

House Speaker Mike Johnson has unveiled a spending bill to avert a government shutdown before next Friday's deadline, with President Donald Trump signaling his support.

In the criminal case against South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, prosecutors have decided not to appeal a judge's ruling to cancel his arrest on technical and legal grounds. He was released from jail Saturday.

Iran's Ali Khamenei is rejecting talks with the United States over the range of Iran's missiles and its regional influence. His remarks, accusing a "bullying government" of persistently pushing for talks, come a day after Trump acknowledged sending a letter to the Iranian leader to negotiate a nuclear deal.

President Donald Trump confirms that U.S. and Ukrainian officials are set to meet again, with Saudi Arabia welcoming the opportunity to host the meeting.

The U.S. economy continued to grow, adding more than 150,000 jobs in February. This marks the first complete monthly labor market report under Trump's second term.

Crypto industry leaders met with the Trump administration at the inaugural White House Crypto Summit. The president emphasized the importance of keeping the United States at the forefront of digital assets.

Two U.S. Army soldiers and one retired soldier were arrested Friday, charged with selling sensitive military intelligence to China.

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President Donald Trump signed two executive orders Thursday, amending tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Goods under the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), including autos, will be exempt from tariffs until April 2, with reciprocal tariffs expected to begin at that time.

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff shared updates on U.S.–Ukraine relations and peace talks following a tense meeting between Trump and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Witkoff confirmed Zelenskyy's commitment to working toward a peace deal with Russia, with a key meeting between the United States and Ukraine planned in Saudi Arabia next week.

Trump’s recent warning to the Hamas terrorist group in the Gaza Strip is sparking significant reactions in the region. His message offers new hope to the families of hostages, while Hamas retaliates with a warning that any military escalation will likely result in hostages' deaths.

President Donald Trump called for the immediate release of all Israeli hostages on social media Wednesday, directly addressing Hamas with the message, "Release the hostages now, or there will be [expletive] to pay later!" The message was posted after Trump met with a group of hostages who were recently released by Hamas.

The Supreme Court upheld an order for the Trump administration to release funding for contractors at USAID and the State Department. In other legal updates, a judge has blocked NIH funding cuts, and the Agriculture Department has been ordered to reinstate thousands of workers.

After Trump's address to Congress, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer outlined the Democrats' opposition to his agenda. Meanwhile, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries defended House Democrats' conduct, while House Republicans moved to censure Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) for disrupting the speech.

Democratic mayors from four major U.S. cities testified before lawmakers Wednesday, defending their "sanctuary city" laws that limit local cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

President Donald Trump will deliver an address to a joint session of Congress tonight at 9 p.m. ET. Tune in to NTD’s special coverage of the event starting at 7 p.m. ET for on-the-ground coverage, analysis, and more on the president’s vision for the country.

Lawmakers from both parties have different expectations for President Trump’s address to Congress. Senate Democrats have invited federal workers laid off by DOGE as their guests to the address.

President Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China are now in effect. China and Canada have retaliated with tariffs on American goods, while Mexico has announced it will unveil its retaliation measures on Sunday.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude to the U.S. in a new post on X, saying he’s ready to work quickly for peace and sign the rare earth minerals deal at any time.

President Donald Trump and the CEO of TSMC announced a historic $100 billion investment in semiconductor plants in Arizona, marking the largest foreign investment in U.S. history. At the press conference, Trump also reaffirmed his commitment to a quick end to the Ukraine war and confirmed that new tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China will begin Tuesday.

The Senate is currently voting on the confirmation of Linda McMahon as the next secretary of education. Meanwhile, with government funding expiring in less than two weeks, Democratic lawmakers are threatening Republicans with a government shutdown if the Trump administration continues what they see as the withholding of congressionally approved funds.

Wildfires continue to rage across South Carolina, with 175 fires scorching over 4,200 acres statewide. Fire crews are battling blazes in multiple counties, including Horry, Spartanburg, Union, Oconee, and Pickens. On Sunday, Gov. Henry McMaster declared a state of emergency as fires swept through the Carolinas and Georgia, threatening homes and forcing evacuations.

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Ukraninian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy attends a Ukraine summit in London, days after clashing with president trump. The UK's Prime Minister says he's willing to put boots on the ground in Ukraine.

The second email from DOGE, a potential US-Ukraine minerals deal, and a "Golden Ticket" for US citizenship—we have Don Ma to give us a roundup of what happened this week in Washington.

Big changes are expected at the FBI under new director Kash Patel. What to expect and how likely are we to see retribution from Trump's appointee? Hear from a former FBI special agent and a former detective for their take.

And, new medical research is zeroing in on the kidneys. We tapped Brendon Fallon, host of NTD's Vital Signs for details on how a unique kind of fasting could help prevent and reduce kidney damage.