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Cattle grazing at Arizona national monument harms endangered species
Environmental advocates are raising concerns about unauthorized cattle grazing at Arizona’s Agua Fria National Monument. They say the activity is damaging a sensitive habitat that endangered species rely on. Which species are at risk? The Center for Biological Diversity, a nonprofit environmental organization, released new findings this week documenting the ongoing impacts of grazing on… -
Preliminary report uncovers new details in Delta crash that left plane overturned
Authorities released new information regarding February’s crash landing of a Delta Air Lines flight at Toronto Pearson International Airport. The Transportation Safety Board of Canada published a preliminary report outlining the events that led to the aircraft flipping after touchdown. What happened during the flight’s landing attempt? The incident occurred on Feb. 17, when Delta… -
US hostage George Glezmann released by Taliban, State Department says
Full Story The Taliban released U.S. citizen George Glezmann on Thursday, March 20, after more than two years in captivity, following diplomatic negotiations led by Trump administration officials and mediated by Qatar. Glezmann, a 65-year-old Delta Airlines mechanic, was detained in December 2022 while visiting Kabul as a tourist. His release marks the third time… -
NCAA Tournament’s First Four delivers drama and vindication
March Madness certainly arrived with the First Four games of the NCAA Tournament. A Hail Mary win by one potential Cinderella team was followed by a big win from North Carolina, who, at least for a few days, silenced the critics saying they shouldn’t be in the Big Dance. What went down Tuesday in the… -
Ohtani, Dodgers put on a show, sweep Cubs in ‘Tokyo Series’
The first two games of the Major League Baseball (MLB) season are in the books, and it’s no surprise that Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is the story. Not only for his Beatles-like popularity in his home country but for performing on the field in the “Tokyo Series” to open the Major League Baseball… -
Federal judge temporarily blocks EPA from terminating $14B in climate grants
A federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order, blocking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from terminating nearly $14 billion in grants awarded to climate groups under the Biden administration. Last month, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin vowed an investigation into the Biden administration’s handling of $20 billion that he said was “parked” at a bank,… -
Pancakes and martinis: IHOP, Applebee’s owner combines restaurants
It’s a question families ask every day — what’s for dinner? Unless dining at a mall food court, everyone usually has to decide on one type of food. Now, restaurant operator Dine Brands offers variety when families dine out for their next meal by combining two popular chains under one roof: Applebee’s and IHOP. Dine… -
Gov. Newsom sends ‘burner’ phones to CEOs for direct communication
Gov. Gavin Newsom is making sure top executives in California can reach him. However, he’s doing it in a way usually reserved for crime dramas. A recent Politico report revealed that Newsom sent prepaid phones — also known as “burner” phones — to about 100 CEOs of California-based companies. Newsom pre-programmed the phones with his… -
Deadly weekend storms cause concern as NOAA staff cuts linger
A deadly storm rattled the country this past weekend, leaving a growing death toll as budget cuts continue to affect the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Experts and scientists warn that public safety is at risk as NOAA staffing shortages leave critical roles unfilled. Public concern over staffing cuts As the storm ripped through… -
US warship deployed amid efforts to protect southern border
The USS Gravely, an Arleigh Burke-class missile destroyer, has now been deployed to the U.S.-Mexico border as part of the Pentagon’s efforts to curb drug trafficking and illegal entries into the United States. A U.S. Coast Guard Law Enforcement Attachment is also on board to help make sure the operation runs smoothly. The attachment is… -
How does dyeing the Chicago River on St. Patrick’s Day impact fish?
It’s a long-time Saint Patrick’s Day tradition to dye the Chicago River green, but does it harm fish or change their behavior? As far as scientists can tell, the answer to those questions is no. How do they know? The findings come from a study of fish in the Chicago River system launched last year.… -
USPS to cut thousands of jobs as service head works with DOGE
While many cuts by the Trump administration’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and Office of Personnel Management have been met with resistance and lawsuits, one entity is seeking assistance from DOGE. The U.S. Postal Service says it needs help addressing its problems. What types of cuts are planned at the USPS? Postmaster General Louis DeJoy,… -
American Airlines plane catches fire after emergency landing in Denver
A Boeing 737-800 carrying 178 people made an emergency landing at Denver International Airport after the flight crew reported engine vibrations. The aircraft, American Airlines Flight 1006, was traveling from Colorado Springs to Dallas-Fort Worth when it diverted to Denver. How did the fire start? After landing around 5:15 p.m. local time Thursday, March 13,…
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