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Republicans advance a government funding bill despite Democratic opposition - The Associated Press

House Republicans passed a critical test of their unity on legislation to avoid a partial government shutdown, teeing up a final vote for a measure that keeps federal agencies funded through September. Republicans needed overwhelming support from their member…

Georgescu barred from Romanian vote in final court ruling - BBC.com

Calin Georgescu loses a bid to overturn a ruling barring him from participating in next May's vote.

DC Plane crash updates: NTSB briefing on crash between Black Hawk and passenger jet - BBC.com

The deadly crash took place in January when a military helicopter collided with a passenger jet.

Man arrested in connection with tanker-container ship collision in North Sea: Police - ABC News

Total Lunar Eclipse Viewing Forecast for North Carolina on Friday - WXII12 Winston-Salem

Ready to wake up early for the early morning Lunar Eclipse on Friday in North Carolina?

Rodrigo Duterte's downfall marks dramatic end to Philippines power struggle - BBC.com

The ex-president is on his way to the International Criminal Court following his arrest in Manila.

Former US Rep. Katie Porter steps into crowded California governor’s race - The Associated Press

Former Democratic U.S. House member Katie Porter is entering the crowded 2026 contest for California governor. Porter became a social media celebrity by brandishing a white board at congressional hearings. She says in a campaign video that she will be an aggr…

What to know about seeing this week's total lunar eclipse in Minnesota - Star Tribune

The March lunar eclipse, often called the “blood moon,” is Earth’s first full lunar eclipse since 2022.

Texas measles cases grow to 223, mostly among children and teens - ABC News

2025 NFL free agency grades: Evaluating the major signings, extensions, trades - FOX Sports

FOX Sports' NFL experts grade all the major signings amid the NFL's free-agent frenzy, plus some notable extensions and trades.

Two probable measles cases reported in Oklahoma - KFOR Oklahoma City

Donald Trump doubles planned tariff on Canada steel and aluminium - BBC.com

The US president escalates the trade war with Canada and threatens more levies.

North Sea oil tanker collision: What do we know? - POLITICO Europe

A crew member is missing and the cargo ship that crashed into a tanker is still on fire. Police are questioning a man in his 50s.

‘Big one to eliminate’: Elon Musk spotlights cost of federal entitlements amid fear of cuts to programs - CNN

Elon Musk on Monday highlighted the cost of federal spending on entitlement programs, the latest sign of the tech billionaire and presidential adviser’s focus to downsize the federal government amid fears of cuts to Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid.

Philippines ex-leader Duterte on plane to the Hague after arrest - BBC.com

The ICC accuses him of "crimes against humanity" in a drugs crackdown that left thousands dead.

Bracketology: Teams jockeying for NCAA Tournament seeding get last chance in conference tourneys - CBS Sports

Time is running out on teams to impress the NCAA Tournament committee before Selection Sunday

Google Pixel 10 reportedly sticks with same design as first renders leak [Gallery] - 9to5Google

In its first CAD-based render leak, the Google Pixel 10 shows up with the same design as its predecessor, and nearly the same size.

NFL free agency 2025: Top 10 free agents available include Aaron Rodgers, Justin Reid, Rico Dowdle - CBS Sports

The best players who are still available in free agency

Pakistan militants attack train and take passengers hostage - BBC.com

Police say at least three people were injured in the attack and it is unclear how many people are being held hostage.

Vikings & Former Commanders Defensive Lineman Jonathan Allen Agree to Terms - Vikings.com