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Iran-US Nuclear Talks Resume in Rome Under Omani Mediation
Second round of negotiations seeks sanctions relief and non-proliferation guarantees, as diplomatic efforts intensify to prevent military escalation...
Second-round Iran-US nuclear talks concluded at Rome's Omani Embassy, following Muscat meetings. FM al-Busaidi mediated amid tensions dating to 1979 Revolution and hostage crisis. Baghaei seeks sanctions relief while avoiding atomic weapons. Tajani met IAEA chief Grossi and Witkoff, offering technical support. Talks aim to prevent military strikes.
Carney Unveils $130B Liberal Spending Plan with Tax Cuts
Liberal platform promises defense boost and housing investment, aims to slash deficit through tariffs and tax enforcement while adding $225B to federal debt...
Liberal Party under Carney pledges $130B spending: $22B tax cuts, $17.2B NATO defense increase, $3B annual housing via Build Canada Homes. Revenue plan targets $51.8B through $20B tariffs and CRA penalties. Operating deficit to reduce from $9B to $220M by 2028-29. Total federal debt increase: $225B over four years.
Media Heir Shot Dead After Altercation with California Police
Geoffrey Stirling, son of NTV CEO, died following attempted taser grab during Newport Beach traffic stop; family requests privacy...
Geoffrey Stirling, NTV CEO Scott Stirling's son, died following a Newport Beach motorcycle stop at 9:15 p.m. After becoming uncooperative and attempting to use an officer's taser, he was shot. Despite medical aid and hospital transport, he died. Sister Lydia McLaughlin acknowledged community support, expressed family devastation to TMZ, and requested privacy.
Pakistan Begins Mass Deportation of Afghan Refugees
Nearly 20,000 Afghans forced to return as Pakistan pushes ahead with controversial plan affecting millions amid humanitarian concerns...
Pakistan deports 19,500 of 3.5 million Afghans, including 700,000 post-2021 arrivals, with 2 million more facing April 30 deadline. Daily deportations of 700-800 families receive 4,000-10,000 Afghanis aid. Returnees enter Afghanistan's 45-million population amid infrastructure strain, girls' education bans, and border tensions. Pakistani-Taliban talks address security concerns and humanitarian challenges.
Myanmar Quake Devastates Capital, Kills Thousands in Historic Blow
7.7 magnitude earthquake leaves 3,500 dead in Nay Pyi Taw, destroying 70% of government buildings and forcing major relocations...
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake on March 28 devastated Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar's capital since 2005, killing 3,500 and injuring 5,012. Senior General Min Aung Hlaing ordered rebuilding the city, located 366km from Yangon and four times London's size. Seventy percent of government buildings on soft soil were damaged, forcing ministry relocations to hotai structures and Yangon.
Israel-Gaza Death Toll Mounts as Peace Talks Stall
Recent Israeli strikes kill 92 Palestinians while negotiations for hostage exchange and ceasefire face deadlock amid humanitarian crisis...
Israeli attacks killed 92 Palestinians April 17-19, including 15 children and Rafah family, wounding 219. Since March 2 aid block and March 18 campaign restart, Israel plans security zone occupation, offering 45-day pause for 10 captives. Hamas refuses disarmament, demands permanent ceasefire for 58 captives. Oxfam reports severe malnutrition. Total: 51,065 dead, 116,505 wounded.
Supreme Court Weighs LGBTQ Book Ban in Maryland Schools
Parents' religious opt-out demands clash with school district's inclusive policy over five children's books amid nationwide debate on literature restrictions...
Supreme Court reviews Montgomery County Schools' LGBTQ book dispute. Five books - 'Prince & Knight,' 'Uncle Bobby's Wedding,' 'Love Violet,' 'Born Ready,' 'Intersection Allies' - spark religious parents' opt-out demands. Kids First's Moges moved children to Christian school. PEN America's Magnusson defends books amid 10,000 bans. Schools maintain inclusive representation.
Ancient Mexican Holy Week Ritual Fades as Faith Wanes
Traditional Good Friday penance in Atlixco sees sharp decline in participants as Mexico's Catholic population continues historic decrease...
In central Mexico's Atlixco, the Good Friday ritual where blindfolded men carry 70-pound chains and wear cactus pieces has declined from 100 to 35 participants. The 2020 census shows Mexico's Catholic population dropped from 90% to 78% since 1990. Businessman Vicente Valbuena, 68, attributes this to youth losing faith and finding the penance too severe.
US-Iran Nuclear Talks Resume in Rome After Five-Year Freeze
Key diplomats meet at Omani Embassy for crucial negotiations, as international mediators seek to prevent military escalation over nuclear program...
U.S.-Iran nuclear talks resume in Rome's Omani Embassy, with envoy Witkoff meeting Minister Araghchi, mediated by Badr al-Busaidi. Trump administration, through Hughes, maintains Iran cannot have nuclear weapons. IAEA chief Grossi and spokesman Baghaei participate in discussions. Following the 1979 Revolution and Trump's 2018 withdrawal, talks aim to prevent military conflict.
Israeli Strikes Kill 90 as Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
WHO warns of rising child malnutrition amid ongoing conflict that has displaced 90% of Gaza's population and claimed over 51,000 Palestinian lives...
Israeli strikes killed 90+ in 48 hours at Khan Younis's Mwasi area and Rafah, documented by European Hospital. WHO's Dr. Balkhy urges Ambassador Huckabee to lift blockade as child malnutrition rises. Following Hamas's October 7 attack killing 1,200 Israelis and taking 251 hostages, Israeli response killed 51,000 Palestinians. 90% now displaced.
Holocaust Educator's Film Chronicles Hamas Attack Through Children's Eyes
Montana Tucker's documentary captures survivors' stories, including hostages and those who lost parents in October 7 assault on Israel...
Montana Tucker, Holocaust survivors' granddaughter and prior Holocaust docuseries creator, chronicles Hamas' October 7 attack (1,200 dead, 37 children). Film features Yael Idan (11), whose sister died and father was captured; Rotam Mattias, whose mother died protecting him; and Eitan Yahalomi (12), held 52 days while father Ohad died in captivity. Yael cites family as motivation. Streams April 23 on Paramount+.
Buffett, Dimon Back Wealth Tax as Billionaires Dodge Payments
World's richest, including Musk and Bezos, legally avoid income taxes through investments while debate over millionaire tax rates intensifies...
Buffett and JP Morgan's Dimon advocate higher wealth taxes while Musk ($304B) and Bezos ($195B) avoid income taxes through investments. Bezos paid no federal taxes (2007-2011). Six states have millionaire taxes. Current federal top rate: 37% above $626,350. Republicans consider 40% rate for those earning $370,000 more. Buffett avoided most taxes among top 25 wealthy.
Chinese Firms Defy US Tariffs at Canton Fair
Over 31,000 companies seek new global markets as 145% tariffs bite, with manufacturers pivoting to Europe and Russia for growth...
Amid 145% US tariffs, 31,000 firms at Guangzhou's Canton Fair and CICPE seek global opportunities. Exports rose 12.4% pre-tariff. Tang Shousheng secured Polish-Dutch deals while Huang Shuyu invests 10M yuan in overseas factories using SMT components. Li Rongsheng maintains global strategy as Ran Yan succeeds in Russia market.
Trump Seeks Power to Fire Fed Chair, Agency Chiefs
Supreme Court case challenges 90-year-old limits on presidential authority to remove independent agency leaders, including Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell...
Trump challenges 90-year precedent limiting presidential power to fire agency heads, targeting Powell and other officials. Supreme Court case questions removal restrictions at National Labor Relations Board, Merit Systems Protection Board, FTC, and FEC. Federal Reserve Act Section 10 permits 14-year terms unless removed for cause - defined as inefficiency, neglect, or malfeasance.
Serial Rapist Sues Prison After Fellow Inmate Stabbing
Dangerous offender Sofyan Boalag claims negligence in 2023 attack at Atlantic Institution, while officials dispute responsibility for incident...
Serial rapist Sofyan Boalag, who choked and threatened six victims with knives in St. John's 2012, faces legal battle over February 2023 stabbing at Atlantic Institution. Convicted 2016, declared dangerous offender, Boalag claims permanent disability from sharp weapon attack during medication lineup. Halifax lawyer Neilan argues prison negligence; officials blame Boalag's actions.
Nepean Riding Swells by 30,000 as Special Election Looms
Former Bank of Canada governor Carney leads Liberal ticket in redrawn district, following incumbent Arya's ban from April 28 vote...
Post-2015 redistribution and 2021 census, Nepean riding including Prince of Wales Drive gained 30,000 residents. Elections Canada sets April 28 election, advance voting April 18-21, mail deadline April 22. Liberal leader Carney replaces banned incumbent Arya (45% previous winner). Barrhaven hub borders: Highway 416 west, Barnsdale south, rail tracks north, excluding Bells Corners.
Bangladesh's 'House of Mirrors': 1,600 Vanish Under Hasina
UN confirms widespread disappearances and killings during 15-year regime as families seek justice ahead of 2025 elections...
Sheikh Hasina's 15-year Bangladesh regime orchestrated 1,600+ enforced disappearances through 'House of Mirrors' and secret prisons. UN chief Türk confirmed 1,400 protesters killed. Victims included lawyer Arman, MP Heru, and Jamaat-e-Islami members. Interim leader Yunus investigates crimes while Awami League's Hasina denies charges from Indian exile. Mayer Daak families await justice before 2025 elections.
Capitol Riot Defendants Find Hero's Welcome at GOP Events
Former January 6 participants, emboldened by Trump's promised pardons, emerge as conservative celebrities and potential political candidates...
Former January 6 Capitol rioters, including those who assaulted police and breached congressional offices, are being celebrated as heroes at Republican events. Ryan Kelley, who placed 4th in Michigan's gubernatorial race after his riot involvement, faces renewed calls to run. Following Trump's pardon of 1,500 participants, they enjoy pro-Trump base support and political opportunities.
Former Croatia Star Nikola Pokrivač Dies in Car Crash
Ex-Dinamo Zagreb midfielder and Euro 2008 player, who battled Hodgkin lymphoma, passes away at 39 in Karlovac accident...
Nikola Pokrivač, 39, Croatia midfielder with 15 national appearances including 2008 European Championship, died in a Karlovac car accident. He played for Dinamo Zagreb (69 appearances, 4 championships), Monaco, and Salzburg before battling Hodgkin lymphoma in 2015. Croatian Football Federation president Marijan Kustić praised his courage.
Injured Ramsey Steps In as Cardiff Manager in Relegation Fight
Former Arsenal star takes first coaching role at hometown club with three games left to save Bluebirds from drop...
Wales midfielder Aaron Ramsey, 34, takes his first coaching role at hometown Cardiff after Omer Riza's dismissal following his "clueless" fans comment and 2-0 Sheffield United loss. The former Arsenal and Juventus player, currently sidelined by hamstring surgery, must save the next-to-last Bluebirds, one point from safety, in remaining games against Oxford, West Brom (home) and Norwich (away, May 3).
NBA Playoffs Tip Off with Historic Heat Run, Thunder Favored
Miami makes play-in history with dual road wins, while Oklahoma City emerges as betting favorite in unpredictable championship chase...
NBA Playoffs begin Saturday pursuing Larry O'Brien Trophy. Eight first-round matchups span two days. Heat won two historic road play-in games in tournament's 5-year history, despite 14-17 post-break record. Memphis enters at 13-17. Minnesota (+6600) among longshots to +100000. Golden State favored over 2-seed Houston. Oklahoma City (+185) leads wide-open field.
US Manufacturing Jobs Plummet 35% in Five-Decade Decline
Domestic production struggles persist despite tariffs, as industry leaders debate path forward amid sharp drops in key sectors like apparel manufacturing...
U.S. manufacturing jobs fell from 19.6M in 1979 to 12.8M by 2025. Trump tariffs aim to rebalance trade, with Marlin Steel's Greenblatt and American Giant's Winthrop supporting domestic production revival. Blanc Creatives and Rogue Industries express concerns over uncertainty. Domestic apparel production dropped from 56% in 1991 to 4% in 2023, highlighting manufacturing's transformation and policy implications.
Supreme Court Halts Venezuelan Deportations in Historic Ruling
ACLU victory blocks Trump administration's use of 225-year-old Alien Enemies Act, ensuring due process for detained migrants at Bluebonnet Center...
Supreme Court blocked Trump administration's Venezuelan deportations from Bluebonnet Center under 1798 Alien Enemies Act, overruling Thomas and Alito's dissent. ACLU's Gelernt prevented foreign imprisonment without court access. Following April's ruling requiring legal contestation time, two federal judges and 5th Circuit denied protection. Administration plans Supreme Court appeal.
US Global Leadership Wanes as China, Russia Push Multipolar World
America's retreat from international institutions marks shift in world order, despite continued economic dominance through tech giants...
Trump's America retreats from NATO, UN, and WTO leadership while Russia and China seek multipolarity. Despite U.S. economic success through Amazon and Apple, Pax Americana enabling global improvements faces threat. Historically defeating militarism, fascism, communism, supporting Ukraine and Taiwan, fighting ISIS, America remains Albright's 'indispensable nation,' confirmed by Obama.
Indigenous Community's 30-Year Water Crisis Defies Federal Promises
Neskantaga First Nation continues to struggle with unsafe water despite Ottawa's $4.61B investment, as plastic waste mounts and mental health deteriorates...
Neskantaga First Nation's 11,035-day water crisis persists despite Trudeau's promise and Ottawa's $4.61-billion investment lifting 147 advisories. Chief Quisess reports overwhelming plastic waste while 35 advisories remain, with 4 new ones in 2025. Two evacuations, trauma, and mental health issues plague the community 430km from Thunder Bay. ISC's 2017 plant upgrade hasn't resolved the crisis.
Ecuador Thwarts Plot to Kill President Amid Drug Violence
Mexican hitmen and political opponents targeted Noboa as country battles escalating cartel violence, with 12 dead in latest attack...
Ecuador battles assassination plot against President Noboa, involving Mexican hitmen and defeated political groups including Citizen Revolution Movement. Violence escalates with 12 killed in Manabi attack, stemming from Peru and Colombia's cocaine trade. Following Villavicencio's 2023 assassination and diplomatic tensions, Noboa declared internal armed conflict against drug gangs post-April election victory.
Tunisia Jails 40 Opposition Leaders in Mass Political Trial
Court hands down harsh sentences including 66-year term, as President Saied tightens grip amid growing concerns over democratic backsliding...
Tunisia's court sentenced 40 opposition figures, including National Salvation Front leaders Issam Chebbi and Jawhar Ben Mbarek to 18 years, and businessman Kamel Eltaief to 66 years. President Saied, who suspended parliament in 2019 and claims to fight 'corrupt elites,' has faced criticism from Amnesty International since Tunisia's 2010 Arab Spring that ousted Ben Ali.
Israeli Strikes Kill 90 in Gaza as Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
WHO pleads for blockade lift as death toll reaches 51,000, with recent attacks hitting refugee camps and hospitals across Gaza Strip...
Israeli strikes killed 90 in 48 hours, including 15 overnight and 11 in Khan Younis's Mwasi camp. European Hospital reports deaths in Rafah as WHO's Dr. Balkhy urges Ambassador Huckabee to lift Gaza's blockade. Following Hamas's October 7 attack killing 1,200 Israelis and taking 251 hostages, Israeli response killed 51,000 Palestinians and displaced 90%, destroying food production.
Supreme Court Blocks Venezuelan Gang Deportations in Late Ruling
5-4 decision halts Trump administration's use of 1798 wartime law to expel detainees linked to Tren de Aragua gang...
Supreme Court's 5-4 ruling halted Trump administration's deportation of Venezuelan detainees at 12:55 AM EST. Administration attempted using 1798 wartime Alien Enemies Act against Tren de Aragua gang, designated as terrorists. ACLU requested 30-day notice for habeas corpus challenges. Detainees faced El Salvador prison transfer. Thomas and Alito dissented.
UK Unveils £50bn Pension Reform to Boost Domestic Investment
Chancellor Reeves' voluntary code aims to redirect pension funds toward British infrastructure, targeting £100bn in unlisted assets by 2030...
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will announce this summer a £50bn pension initiative amid economic nationalism. The voluntary code commits funds to invest 10pc (£100bn) in unlisted assets by 2030, with 5pc (£50bn) in UK infrastructure. Treasury agreed to industry demands for government stewardship of high-quality investment opportunities.
Housing Market Cools as Trump Tariffs Rattle Buyer Confidence
Despite stable mortgage rates and increased inventory, home sales could hit third straight annual decline as recession fears mount...
Spring housing market's momentum stalls after Trump's tariff announcement despite increased showings and mortgage applications. Consumer confidence plunged amid recession fears, despite steady rates and inventory. Coldwell Banker's Barker reports buyers fear 7% price drops, job security. 2023's 4 million homes sold marked lowest since 1995, threatening third straight year decline.
Wall Street Giants Warn of Deeper Market Drop Ahead
Major banks raise recession odds to 60% as inflation and tariff concerns threaten to push S&P 500 below current 18.9% decline...
Following 90-day tariff pause, S&P 500's 18.9% drop may understate recession risk per Ritholtz's Cox. Goldman (45%), JPMorgan, and Moody's Zandi (60%) forecast downturn amid inflation concerns. Citi's Pettit cut S&P target to 5,800, warning of 4,700 if tariffs impact long-term earnings. Historical data shows deeper recessionary drawdowns since 1973.
Supreme Court Halts Mass Deportation of Venezuelan Detainees
ACLU wins temporary stay for hundreds facing El Salvador prison, challenging Trump-era deportation notices amid gang affiliation claims...
Supreme Court blocked Trump administration's deportation of hundreds of Venezuelan detainees, alleged Tren de Aragua members, facing possible life sentences in El Salvador prison. Despite Thomas and Alito's dissent, and Boasberg's jurisdiction limitation, ACLU challenged inadequate English-only notices under 1798 Alien Enemies Act. Detainees, already on buses, gained temporary stay.
Chinese Food Brand Hit With Staggering 160% Import Tariff
Fly By Jing's popular Sichuan chili crisp faces massive price pressure as tariffs spike from 15%, threatening small Asian food businesses...
On April 11, Jing Gao's Sichuan chili crisp company reported 160% tariffs, up from 15% under Trump. Founded 2018, the small business sells at Target using authentic Sichuan ingredients: Tribute peppers, Erjingtiao chilis, caiziyou oil, and fermented black beans. These tariffs disproportionately impact small brands, threatening affordable cultural exchange through food.
Saudi's Riyadh Air Unveils Ultra-Luxury Cabin for 2025 Launch
New carrier showcases Business Elite seats with 32-inch TVs, targeting premium market as Saudi Arabia advances tourism ambitions...
Riyadh Air launches Q4 2025 with 787s and A321neos featuring Business Elite seats with 32-inch TVs and mocha gold accents. CEO Douglas plans first-class expansion despite supply chain delays. Saudi Arabia, ranked 19th in GDP, aims to compete with Air France's La Première, Lufthansa's Allegris, and BA's suites through Vision 2030 tourism initiatives.
China's Q1 Spending Surges Despite Economic Headwinds
Government expenditure hits 9.26 trillion yuan as Beijing battles property slump and US trade tensions, while deficit widens to 2.3 trillion yuan...
China's Q1 spending reached 9.26 trillion yuan (+5.6%) amid US trade war and property downturn. Communist Party Politburo and National People's Congress plan additional measures while central bank prepares rate cuts. 16.5% land sales decline and tax revenue drops pushed deficit to 2.3 trillion yuan. Goldman Sachs forecasts sub-4% growth versus 5% target.
Gig Workers Face Income Crisis as Market Hits Saturation Point
Drivers report 50% earnings drop as platforms overflow with workers, forcing many to seek creative alternatives in uncertain economy...
Gig economy saturation forces worker adaptation as recession looms. Colorado Uber driver's earnings plunged 50% from $66,000 (2019-2024). Instacart CEO Simo reports waitlists while Arise's Padron offers customer service alternatives across multiple clients. Workers pivot to concert line-standing, food truck ventures. Rising costs, weather-dependent profits challenge traditional platforms' viability.
Dollar Slumps as Political and Economic Uncertainties Rattle Markets
Rising Treasury yields and Trump's legal battles spark investor concerns about US stability, threatening dollar's global reserve status...
January 2024's dollar sell-off, rising Treasury yields, and Trump's legal challenges trigger global market instability. Federal Reserve policies, debt ceiling issues, and political uncertainty threaten dollar's reserve status. International investors' concerns about US institutional stability, economic policy, and geopolitical risks impact investment flows and financial market confidence.
US Manufacturing Decline Sparks Calls for Trade Reform
Wire products maker Marlin Steel exemplifies industry's struggle as manufacturing jobs plummet 35% since 1979, prompting demands for tariff parity...
Drew Greenblatt's Marlin Steel Wire Products manufactures baskets and racks for medical, aerospace, and food industries across Maryland, Indiana, and Michigan, sourcing from Tennessee, Illinois, and Michigan. Manufacturing, a security priority, fell 35% from 19.6M workers (1979) to 12.8M (2025). Tariff parity could double staff and create better-paying jobs, addressing decades of unfair trade.
Dollar Weakens Despite Strong US Economy, Puzzling Markets
Trade war concerns and tariff threats spark investor exodus to safe-haven currencies, defying traditional economic indicators...
The US dollar faces paradoxical decline despite economic strength, driven by trade war fears and tariff threats. Market sentiment shifts toward safe-haven currencies amid unprecedented volatility and investor uncertainty. This contradiction between currency markets and economic indicators reflects complex global trade tensions and evolving financial risk assessments.
Easter Weekend Claims Five Lives on Australian Beaches
Multiple drownings and disappearances reported across NSW and Victoria as dangerous surf conditions persist; authorities urge beach safety awareness...
Five Easter weekend drownings occurred on Australia's wave-battered coast, with two missing in NSW and Victoria. A man's body was recovered Saturday in southern NSW. At San Remo, one woman drowned, another survived, and a man vanished. Premier Allan called it 'awful.' Surf Life Saving's Weir cited 630 unpatrolled beach drownings, promoting 'Stop, Look, Stay Alive.'
Record Pollen Counts Signal Longer, More Severe Allergy Seasons
Climate change drives extended pollen seasons, with Atlanta hitting 14,000 grains/m³ as experts recommend enhanced prevention and treatment strategies...
Climate change extends pollen seasons, with Atlanta recording 14,000 grains/m³. Wichita leads top-5 allergy cities. Tree pollens (birch, cedar, oak) and grasses (Bermuda, Johnson) trigger symptoms. Prevention includes closed windows, protective clothing, post-outdoor cleaning. Treatments range from nasal sprays (angled properly) to antihistamines. Immunotherapy recommended for severe cases affecting daily function.
Myanmar Quake Death Toll Soars Past 3,700, Thousands Injured
Massive earthquake devastates infrastructure across Myanmar, damaging over 65,000 buildings as international rescue teams race against time...
Myanmar's March 28 earthquake killed 3,726, injured 5,105, with 129 missing. Rescuers saved 653 people, recovered 753 bodies. Damage: 65,096 buildings, 2,514 schools, 4,317 monasteries, 6,027 temples, 350 hospitals, 170 bridges, 586 dams, 203 highway sections. 1,975 international rescuers assist as aftershocks continue.
Supreme Court Tackles School LGBTQ Book Opt-Out Battle
Conservative justices consider Maryland parents' religious objections to elementary school books featuring diverse families and relationships...
Supreme Court's conservative majority weighs Montgomery County Schools' LGBTQ book controversy. Five K-5 books depicting diverse families face religious parents' opt-out demands. Kids First's Billy Moges withdrew children to Christian school. Books include 'Prince and Knight', 'Uncle Bobby's Wedding', 'Love, Violet', 'Born Ready', 'Intersection Allies'. 'My Rainbow' removed.
Japanese Warships Dock at Cambodia's China-Linked Naval Base
Two minesweepers visit controversial Ream facility as Japan seeks to counter Beijing's growing regional influence in Southeast Asia...
Japanese minesweepers Bungo and Etajima with 170 sailors visited Cambodia's Chinese-funded Ream Naval Base, following Xi Jinping's visit. Gen. Nakatani emphasized regional stability amid concerns over China's 30-year access agreement revealed in 2019 WSJ. The 11-country mission starting January 2022 promotes free navigation after U.S. structure demolition.
Trump Orders Federal Funds Shift to Expand School Choice
Multi-agency initiative aims to boost educational options amid declining test scores, following Arizona's universal program model...
Trump's executive order expands school choice through federal funding repurpose, involving Education, Defense, Health departments and Bureau of Indian Education. Following Arizona's 2022 universal program and COVID-19 impacts, the Republican initiative promises state empowerment and universal access. National Assessment shows 70% of eighth-graders failing reading, 72% math. DeVos and nominee McMahon support despite previous tax break legislation failure.
Rare Disease Paralyzes Speech Pathologist in Medical Mystery
Vanessa Abraham's journey through rare Guillain-Barré variant highlights importance of persistence in diagnosis and power of recovery support systems...
Speech pathologist Vanessa Abraham's 2019 case of pharyngeal-cervical-brachial Guillain-Barré syndrome (3% of 1-in-78,000 cases) required 4 months for diagnosis. At UC San Diego Health, medical student Dr. Rosen, now at UC Davis, supported her through ventilation and paralysis. Post-recovery includes ICU trauma support groups, memoir writing, and continued physical strengthening.
Deadly Militia Attacks Kill 17 in Nigeria's Benue State
Latest violence in ongoing herder-farmer conflict claims more lives, as climate change and land disputes continue to fuel regional tensions...
Twin attacks by Muslim Fulani herders killed 17 in Benue's Ukum and Logo areas, following 11 Otukpo deaths and 50 Plateau casualties. Police spokesperson Catherine confirmed militia attacks. Conflicts with Christian Berom/Irigwe farmers, driven by climate change and land scarcity, have displaced 2.2 million since 2019, disrupting regional food supplies.
Jersey Artist's Chaotic Street Scenes Capture Global Attention
Max Corbett's impressionist-inspired works, showcased in St Helier's Jaro gallery, gain international recognition from London to Tokyo...
Jersey artist Max Corbett's bright, "all over the place" street scenes, influenced by 18th and 19th Century impressionists, feature in Jaro gallery's permanent St Helier collection. Discovered by Jasmine Rose Noel, his photography-oil technique works show internationally in London, Berlin, and Miami. Tokyo inspires recent pieces, though Jersey remains his creative home.
Houthi Death Toll Rises as US Strikes Yemen Port
74 killed, 171 wounded in Ras Isa attacks as Iran-backed rebels continue disrupting $1 trillion Red Sea trade route...
U.S. strikes at Ras Isa port killed 74, wounded 171 since March 15. Houthis, controlling Sanaa since 2015, launched missiles at Israel over Gaza blockade. From November 2023, rebels attacked 100+ vessels, killing 4 sailors, disrupting $1 trillion Red Sea trade. Port links to Marib oil fields. Iran nuclear talks continue in Rome.