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ZEYNEP TUFEKCI: Texas measles outbreak is even scarier than it looks - WRAL News
Tuesday, March 4, 2025 -- Some Americans live deep in echo chambers where most of what they hear about vaccines are lies and disdain. It won't be possible to reverse all this quickly. Perhaps the best we can do is inform parents skeptical of vaccines what the…
China and Canada hit back as Trump tariffs kick in - BBC.com
Stock markets in the US, Asia and the UK dip after Trump tariffs kicked in and spark retaliation.
EU chief proposes plan to 'urgently' increase defense spending by mobilizing around $840 billion - CNBC
"Europe is ready to massively boost its defense spending," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday.
China puts tariffs on U.S. farm goods, blacklists American companies - The Washington Post
Beijing retaliated quickly after Trump further raised tariffs on Chinese goods, a major escalation in the trade war between the world’s two largest economies.
Triple-threat storm bears down on central and southern US, disrupting Mardi Gras celebrations - CNN
More than 55 million people across the central and southern US are at risk of severe weather on Tuesday as a violent storm sweeps across the country, bringing the potential for blizzard conditions, tornadoes and fire weather.
Pope slept well overnight after two respiratory insufficiencies - Vatican News - English
Pope Francis slept well throughout the night after suffering two respiratory insufficiencies on Monday, according to the Holy See Press Office.
Gaza truce hangs by a thread as Israel sets new conditions. Here’s what to know - CNN
A delicate truce between Israel and Hamas hangs by a thread after Israel blocked humanitarian aid into Gaza, in response to Hamas rejecting a new Israeli proposal to extend the ceasefire without any commitment to end the war or fully withdraw troops.
China slaps extra tariffs of up to 15% on imports of major US farm exports, including soy and beef - The Associated Press
China has announced it will impose additional tariffs of up to 15% on imports of key U.S. farm products, including chicken, pork, soy and beef. The tariffs are due to take effect from March 10. They follow U.S. President Donald Trump's order to raise tariffs …
Why Trump’s joint remarks to Congress won’t be a ‘State of the Union’ address - The Associated Press
President Donald Trump will stand at the front of the U.S. House chamber to address a joint session of Congress, the first of his second term in office. But Tuesday night's address won't be called the State of the Union. The president's first-year speech is c…
Trump to stand before Congress and offer divided nation an accounting of his turbulent first weeks - The Associated Press
President Donald Trump will stand before a joint session of Congress to give an accounting of his turbulent first weeks in office as a divided nation struggles to keep pace. Some Americans fear for the country’s future after the Republican president's aggress…
Fact Sheet: President Donald J. Trump Proceeds with Tariffs on Imports from Canada and Mexico - The White House
SAFEGUARDING THE NATION: President Donald J. Trump is proceeding with implementing tariffs on Canada and Mexico under the International Emergency Economic
Vikings QB Sam Darnold not expected to get franchise tag as Minnesota makes $40.2 million decision, per report - CBS Sports
Darnold played like one of the top quarterbacks in the NFL for much of the season, but faded down the stretch
Mavs’ Kyrie Irving suffers left knee sprain, shoots free throws before leaving game - The Associated Press
KKyrie Irving suffered a left knee sprain and shot free throws for the Mavericks before leaving the floor in obvious pain late in the first quarter of Dallas' 122-98 loss to the Sacramento Kings. Irving was fouled by DeMar DeRozan on a drive to the basket and…
Pope Francis back on ventilator after respiratory failure - The Washington Post
Pope Francis suffered two episodes of acute respiratory failure Monday, the Vatican said, a fresh setback in the worst health crisis of his papacy.
Man pleads guilty to murder in 2022 Highland Park July Fourth shooting - The Washington Post
Robert E. Crimo III was accused of killing seven people and wounding dozens of others.
U.S. attorney vows gun crime crackdown in bid to ‘Make D.C. Safe Again’ - The Washington Post
Ed Martin revives federal charging strategy to “Make D.C. Safe Again,” as violent crime falls, homicides tick up and Trump threatens to “take over” capital.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander secures 4th 50-point game of season in Thunder win over Rockets - Yahoo Sports
The NBA's leading scorer delivered Monday night in a potential playoff preview.
Columbia University faces Trump administration review of federal contracts - POLITICO
Federal agencies say the Ivy League school failed to address complaints of antisemitism.
Senate blocks ban on transgender athletes, as Trump pushes forward - The Washington Post
The Senate failed to get the 60 votes needed to advance legislation banning transgender athletes from competing in female sports.
South Korean defense stocks track gains in global peers amid rising security concerns - CNBC
Gains among South Korean names were led by Hanwha Aerospace, Korea Aerospace Industries, Hyundai Rotem and LIG Nex1