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Trump’s executive order disbands the U.S. Agency for Global Media, including Voice of America. The order also impacts global broadcasts. Getty Images

Trump to shut down Voice of America, cites ‘radical propaganda’

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President Donald Trump is preparing to eliminate America’s largest federally funded news outlet. An executive order issued Friday, March 14, mandates the disbanding of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, or USAGM, including its individual networks. Efforts to shrink federal agencies The directive outlines Trump’s goal to reduce the size of federal agencies deemed unnecessary or inefficient, stating a need to “reduce the performance of their statutory functions and associated personnel to the minimum presence and function required by law.” In compliance with the order, a majority of USAGM staff were placed on paid leave as of March 15. “I…

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Conor McGregor visited the White House press briefing room where he focused on the immigration issue in Ireland. Getty Images

Conor McGregor visits WH, talks about Ireland’s ‘illegal immigration racket’
A South African research crew, studying the climate in the Antarctic region, is dealing with more than just extreme weather and ice. Getty Images

Trapped Antarctic researchers reporting death threats from colleague
A U.N. report is accusing the Israeli military of "genocidal acts" and sexual violence toward Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. Getty Images

Israel accused of ‘genocidal acts’ against Palestinians in new UN report
A Peruvian fisherman who set out for a routine trip ended up battling the vast Pacific Ocean for survival. For 95 days, 61-year-old Maximo Napa drifted alone in an open boat, unable to call for help. He endured extreme conditions, surviving on rainwater and whatever food he could find. Peruvian Navy

Fisherman survives 95 days lost at sea eating cockroaches, turtles
President Donald Trump confirms he will speak directly with Russian President Vladimir Putin, concentrating on efforts to end the war in Ukraine. Reuters

Trump says he’ll speak with Putin on Tuesday about ending Ukraine war
President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to talk sometime this week amid the ongoing ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Getty Images

Trump to speak with Putin as Ukraine ceasefire deal continues

Pope Francis in stable condition at Rome hospital, shows gradual improvement
At least 59 people were killed and more than 150 were injured after a massive fire at a nightclub in North Macedonia early Sunday. AP Images

Dozens killed after pyrotechnics set off nightclub fire in North Macedonia
Four astronauts arrived at the International Space Station Sunday, March 16, aboard the SpaceX Dragon capsule. AP Images

Four astronauts arrive at ISS on SpaceX capsule, replacing crew after 9 months
Cuba remained largely without power on Saturday, March 15, following a massive outage that affected more than 10 million people. Reuters

Cuba power outage affects more than 10 million amidst aging infrastructure
Hamas said it would release the last American-Israeli hostage in Gaza if Israel implemented the original ceasefire agreement. Getty Images

Hamas offers last American-Israeli hostage for ceasefire agreement
President Donald Trump announced Saturday, March 15, that he ordered airstrikes on Yemen, targeting bases, leaders and missile defenses of terrorist forces. Getty Images

Trump orders airstrikes on Yemen targeting Houthi bases and leaders
The Trump administration has drafted a new travel ban that would affect at least 43 countries from entering the United States. Getty Images

New Trump travel ban would restrict or deny more than 40 nations
A new UN report reveals Iran is using drones and digital technology to enforce hijab laws, while suppressing women's rights and dissent. Getty Images

Iran using drones, digital technology to enforce mandatory hijab laws: UN report
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is in a sort of limbo period. Will there be a return to fighting in Gaza? Reuters

Israel-Hamas ceasefire in limbo: What comes next?
The European Union’s foreign policy chief is suggesting that China could benefit from the trade tensions between the United States and its allies. Getty Images

EU’s top diplomat says China is ‘laughing’ at US trade wars
U.S. and Israeli officials are floating the idea of resettling displaced Palestinians in East African regions, according to the AP. Getty Images

Will Palestinians displaced from war in Gaza be resettled in Africa?
Yemen's Houthi rebels acquire hydrogen fuel cell technology, enhancing drone capabilities and posing increased risks to ships. Getty Images

Houthis smuggle drone fuel as leader threatens more attacks on Israeli ships
Popular parenting travel blogger Elise Caffee died just days after being severely burned in a multi-vehicle crash while in Cancun, Mexico. GoFundMe

Travel blogger Elise Caffee dies after Cancun crash with hot asphalt truck
President Donald Trump is renewing his push for a U.S. takeover of Greenland, and suggested NATO may have to get involved. Reuters

‘Enough is enough’: Greenland PM on Trump annex campaign
Hamas agrees to release last living American hostage. Getty Images

Hamas to release American-Israeli hostage after 525 days captive
Chuck Schumer reversed his position on a Republican spending bill that would maintain government funding through September. AP Images

Schumer signals GOP funding bill support as shutdown deadline nears
The Baltic nations could receive more than a hundred million dollars a year annually from the United States if a bill is passed. Getty Images

US senators push to give Baltic nations hundreds of millions in military support
Tesla's sales in China are falling as domestic competitors surged ahead with lower prices, advanced technology, and a growing market share. AFP

Tesla sales decline in China amid rising domestic competition