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7.3-magnitude quake strikes off Japan’s coast, tsunami alert issued
A powerful 7.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of northern Japan late Wednesday, triggering a tsunami advisory for coastal areas, according to the United States Geological Survey. One person died and 69 were injured. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the quake struck about 36 miles below the sea. The Fukushima region was devastated by a deadly… -
Djokovic, Russian players allowed to compete at French Open
Novak Djokovic will be allowed to compete in the French Open even if he is not vaccinated against COVID-19. Organizers said the decision comes with the condition the coronavirus situation in France remains stable. Russian tennis players, including top-ranked Daniil Medvedev, will also be admitted to play in the tournament but as neutral athletes because… -
Study questions US defenses as Russia raises nuclear forces’ alert level
The United Nations is sounding the alarm over Russia raising the alert level for its nuclear forces after invading Ukraine. The U.S. has not announced changes in its nuclear weapons alert level. “The prospect of nuclear conflict, once unthinkable, is now back within the realm of possibility,” United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres told reporters as he… -
As Biden plans European trip, US will continue welcoming Ukrainian refugees
President Joe Biden will travel to Europe for face-to-face talks with European leaders about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. White House press secretary Jen Psaki made the announcement and signaled the U.S. would continue to welcome refugees from Ukraine. “While he’s there, his goal is to meet in person face-to-face with his European counterparts and… -
International relief organization opens emergency field hospital in Lviv, Ukraine
LVIV, Ukraine — Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization, has established an emergency field hospital beneath a shopping center on the outskirts of Lviv, Ukraine. It is now accepting its first patients. The field hospital has two operating rooms with capacity for 14 major surgeries or 30 minor surgeries per day. There are nearly 60… -
Iran nuclear deal talks stall as US seeks oil partners
Talks between Iran and the United States over reviving the 2015 nuclear deal appear to have stalled after Tehran suggested there were new obstacles and Washington said hard issues remained. The Biden administration would likely lift some of the punishing sanctions on Iran if the deal was brought back. That task has been made more… -
US courts Saudi prince in quest for oil
Oil prices soared after Russia invaded Ukraine and hit their highest levels since 2008 but have pulled back a bit with hopes that some oil producing countries may act to increase supply. Fears about escalating bans on Russian oil persist, so the U.S. is reaching out to the largest producer in the Middle East: Saudi… -
TSA extends mask mandate as CDC preps new policy for next month
The Transportation Security Administration announced it would be extending its mask mandate for planes, buses, trains and transit hubs for one month. The mandate, in place since last January, was set to expire next Friday. Thursday’s announcement extends it to April 18, 2022. “During that time, CDC will work with government agencies to help inform a… -
Venezuelan oil could be country’s ticket to lifting sanctions
Pressure has been building on the Biden administration to begin loosening sanctions on Venezuela after President Nicolas Maduro freed two American prisoners and promised to resume negotiations with his opponents. The U.S. engagement comes as Venezuela’s financial lifeline to Russia is fraying under sanctions on Moscow following its bombardment of Ukraine. Venezuela has been under… -
Jury selection begins in Gov. Whitmer kidnapping trial
The trial of four men accused in a plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) began at a federal courtroom in Grand Rapids, Michigan this week. Jury selection began Tuesday, with opening statements coming Wednesday. Prosecutors said Barry Croft Jr., Adam Fox, Brandon Caserta and Daniel Harris were going to break into Gov. Whitmer’s home,… -
White House eyes unusual allies to work around Russian oil challenges
Gasoline prices are pushing further north of $4 per gallon as President Joe Biden announced the U.S. will ban all Russian oil imports in retaliation for the country’s invasion of Ukraine. Even before the invasion, inflation, at its highest level in decades, had become the top issue on the minds of voters ahead of elections this… -
First Jan. 6 Capitol riot defendant to stand trial found guilty of all charges
A Texas man has been convicted of storming the U.S. Capitol with a holstered handgun. The guilty verdict is a milestone victory for federal prosecutors in the first trial among hundreds of cases arising from last year’s riot. Guy Reffitt, a then-supporter of President Donald Trump when he went to the Capitol on January 6,… -
House passes bill to help veterans exposed to toxic burn pits
A bill aimed at dramatically boosting healthcare services and disability benefits for veterans exposed to toxic burns won approval in the House on Thursday. Lawmakers passed the bill largely along party lines, 256-174. 34 Republicans joined Democrats in support. The military routinely used open burn pits to dispose of tires, batteries, medical waste and other…
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