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“Mount Adams Volcanic Activity: Scientists Monitor Rising Seismic Threat”

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  Scientists on High Alert as Mount Adams Volcanic Activity Increases Surge in Seismic Activity Raises Concerns .” “Mount Adams volcanic activity“ “Mount Adams volcanic activity”, Washington’s largest active volcano, has recently experienced a spike in seismic activity, raising concerns among scientists and prompting increased monitoring efforts. The 12,000-foot stratovolcano, which has remained dormant for … Read more

“Southwest Airlines change policy update”: Southwest Airlines Just Made Its Biggest Change Ever!

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    Southwest Airlines Change Policy Update: What Travelers Need to Know“Southwest Shocks Travelers: Say Goodbye to Free Checked Bags!”🚨✈️ Southwest Airlines Change Policy Update: Major Policy Shifts Ahead Southwest Airlines has unveiled significant updates to its longstanding policies, introducing baggage fees and a new basic economy fare. These changes come as the airline aims … Read more

“Southwest Shocks Travelers: Say Goodbye to Free Checked Bags!”🚨✈️

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  Southwest Airlines Drops Free Checked Bags in Major Policy Shift Southwest Airlines, long known for its free baggage policy, is making a significant change. Starting May 28, passengers will now have to pay for their first and second checked bags. However, travelers who are A-List loyalty members or those booking business fares will still … Read more

“March 11, 2020: The Day Everything Changed – COVID-19 Hits Hard”

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March 11, 2020: The Day COVID-19 Changed the World:

 

 

Key Highlights:

– On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared COVID-19 a global pandemic.
– The NBA suspended its 2019-2020 season, and the NCAA canceled March Madness the following day.
– Actor Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, publicly announced they had tested positive for the virus.
– Over seven million people have died worldwide due to COVID-19.

It’s been five years since the COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally reshaped the world. While its effects continue to be felt globally, one day stands as a turning point in history.

On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, a series of significant events occurred that accelerated the pandemic:

1. WHO Declares the COVID-19 Pandemic:  After Dr. Anthony Fauci, the U.S. Chief Medical Advisor, warned lawmakers earlier that morning that things would worsen, the World Health Organization officially declared COVID-19 a global pandemic. At that point, there were 118,000 confirmed cases and 4,291 deaths across 114 countries. Since then, the global death toll has increased by more than 1,650 times.

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Daylight saving time 2025: When to ‘spring forward’ for time change and why we do it

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Daylight Saving Time 2025: What You Need to Know

This weekend, most Americans will lose an hour of sleep as daylight saving time (DST) begins. On Sunday, March 9, at 2 a.m. local time, clocks will “spring forward” one hour.

What is Daylight Saving Time?
Daylight saving time is the period between March and November when Americans adjust their clocks ahead by one hour. This allows for more daylight in the summer evenings.

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U.S. Food Aid Cuts Threaten Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh

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Rohingya Refugees Face Uncertain Future as U.S. Food Aid Cuts Loom

The World Food Program’s decision to cut food aid by 50% starting April 1 has sent shockwaves through the Rohingya refugee community in Bangladesh.

A Humanitarian Crisis Deepens
The reduction in food assistance follows President Donald Trump’s halt on most U.S. foreign aid, which has disrupted humanitarian operations worldwide. Rohingya refugees, already living in cramped conditions, now face rising malnutrition and psychological distress.

Sacks of food are arranged for distribution to Rohingya refugees during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan at their camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh, Thursday, March 6, 2025. (AP Photo/Shafiqur Rahman)

A Desperate Situation
Refugees are struggling to survive, with many reporting that clinics only provide treatment for emergency cases due to funding shortages. The anxiety is widespread, with many fearing for their future.

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Judge Allows DOGE Treasury Access Despite Privacy Concerns

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Judge Allows DOGE Treasury Access Despite Privacy Concerns:

A federal judge in Washington, D.C. has ruled that employees of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) can continue accessing Treasury systems containing sensitive American financial data, despite concerns over potential misuse and data security breaches

Demonstrators take part in a protest against Elon Musk and Tesla outside of a Tesla showroom, Saturday, March 01, 2025 in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Gray)

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DOJ: Three U.S. Army Soldiers Charged with Spying for China

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  U.S. Army Soldiers Charged in Espionage Case for Selling Military Secrets to China Three U.S. Army soldiers, two active-duty and one former, have been arrested and indicted for allegedly selling sensitive military intelligence to contacts in China. Who’s Involved?: – Jian Zhao, active-duty supply sergeant – Li Tian, active-duty Army officer – Ruoyo Duan, … Read more

“SpaceX Starship Rocket Loses 8th Test Flight in Explosive ‘Rapid Unscheduled Disassembly'”

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SpaceX Starship Rocket Breaks Apart During 8th Test Flight, Debris Falls Over the Sky**

SpaceX’s eighth test flight of its Starship spacecraft ended in failure on Thursday, with the rocket breaking apart mid-flight and sending debris through the sky, temporarily halting some flights at Miami-area airports. This marks the second significant setback for the company since its previous test flight in January.

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Antisemitism allegations: Trump admin launches investigation into University of California

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  The Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into the University of California system, following allegations of an antisemitic environment on its campuses. The inquiry will focus on whether there was a “pattern or practice of discrimination” against Jewish professors and staff across the University of California’s 10 campuses, especially in the … Read more