News for March 18, 2025

Israel launches deadly wave of airstrikes across Gaza, killing at least 200 after truce talks stall

Israel launched airstrikes on Gaza, targeting Hamas after ceasefire talks stalled, resulting in over 200 deaths.

Israel begins attacks in Gaza, ending ceasefire after Hamas refused to release hostages

Israel resumed airstrikes in Gaza following Hamas's rejection of multiple hostage release proposals from U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and mediators, aiming to secure the return of hostages and achieve their military objectives.

St Patrick's Day: a global celebration of Irish culture

St. Patrick's Day was celebrated around the world with vibrant parades, green attire, music, dancing, and festivities in cities like Dublin, Belfast, Chicago, and London, honoring Irish culture and traditions.

Ukraine and Russia have conditions that could affect a ceasefire. What are they willing to concede?

A proposed 30-day ceasefire by the U.S. aims to build trust for a long-term peace plan between Russia and Ukraine, but both sides remain unwilling to make significant concessions, with red lines over territory and NATO involvement complicating negotiations.

Trump ends Secret Service protection for Biden's adult children

President Trump revoked Secret Service protection for Hunter and Ashley Biden, ending a practice previously extended to the president's children by his predecessors.

Tonnes of oil leaked after suspected sabotage act in Norway

A significant oil spill occurred near Oslo after a suspected act of sabotage at a disused transformer station, with efforts underway to mitigate its environmental impact.

Canada's Carney meets with European allies as Trump targets his country's sovereignty and economy

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with British and French leaders to secure their support in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs and annexation rhetoric, emphasizing Canada's sovereignty while discussing economic and defense collaborations.

BENCH PRESSED

Texas Republican Brandon Gill is leading efforts to impeach Judge James Boasberg for halting President Trump's plan to deport Venezuelan gang members using the Alien Enemies Act, with supporters like Elon Musk backing this move.

Texas midwife accused by state's attorney general of providing illegal abortions

Texas authorities arrested midwife Maria Margarita Rojas on charges of providing illegal abortions under the state's near-total abortion ban, marking the first criminal prosecution since its enactment, with accusations including performing medical procedures without a license.

Judge in deportation battle was on FISA court that approved Trump team surveillance

A federal judge halted President Trump's use of an old wartime law to deport Venezuelan nationals, prompting criticism from administration officials who vowed to continue the policy despite the ruling.