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Severe Winter Storm Claims Lives in the Midwest GRAND ISLAND, Neb. – A powerful winter storm sweeping through the Midwest has resulted in at least three fatalities and has left communities grappling with blizzard conditions. This sprawling storm has unleashed a destructive mix of extreme weather, including tornadoes, flooding, heavy snowfall, blizzards, and damaging winds. With winds howling and whiteout conditions dominating the landscapes of places like Des Moines, Iowa, officials urged residents to remain indoors as safety became a top priority. The Iowa State Patrol reported that visibility was almost entirely reduced to zero on major roads, including U.S.…

Applications for jobless benefits in the United States declined last week, suggesting that the labor market is holding up well, especially as the federal government looks to streamline its workforce. According to the Labor Department, the number of new claims fell by 21,000, bringing the total to 221,000 for the week ending March 1. This figure is considerably lower than the 236,000 applications that analysts had anticipated. Weekly applications for jobless benefits serve as an indicator of layoffs, and these numbers have largely remained stable, fluctuating between 200,000 and 250,000 over the years. The average number of applications over the…

A teenager was taken into custody on Thursday, March 6, after allegedly sneaking onto a flight with a firearm at Avalon Airport in Australia. Victoria Police reported that officers arrived at the airport around 2:20 p.m. local time after receiving reports of a man armed with a gun who had boarded a commercial flight. The police confirmed that a 17-year-old boy was apprehended by the flight crew and passengers. Authorities believe that the teenager accessed the tarmac by climbing over a security fence. Police later found two bags and a vehicle linked to the boy. As a precaution, the Bomb…

Demi Moore’s awards season came to a disappointing close at the Academy Awards, where many believed she was unfairly overlooked for her first Oscar. The actress, 62, lost the coveted award to Mikey Madison, who won for her role in “Anora.” After the ceremony, Moore’s daughter, Tallulah Willis, shared a heartwarming photo of her mother relaxing at home. In the image, Moore is cuddling her beloved dog, Pilaf, while enjoying some French fries and wearing a cozy white robe. Willis captioned the post with “MY winner,” showcasing her support for her mom. Moore had a successful run leading up to…

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is facing a new proposal that suggests expanding the upcoming 2030 Men’s World Cup to a remarkable 64 teams, doubling the number set for the 2022 tournament. This notion emerged during a recent FIFA Council meeting held in Zurich, where representatives discussed the potential for transformative changes in the sport’s flagship event. Currently, the World Cup is slated to expand to 48 teams for the first time in the 2026 tournament, which will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This significant growth is seen as a natural evolution of the tournament, aligning with…

In a recent address to Congress, President Donald Trump showcased his leadership as Democrats faced significant internal conflict. The event, which lasted over 90 minutes, saw a split within the Democratic Party between more traditional leaders and progressive members, who openly heckled the President during his speech. Moderate Democrats expressed their frustration at the disruptive behavior of their progressive colleagues, who are pushing for a tougher stance against Trump and his policies. This divide highlights the ongoing struggle within the party to find common ground and define a clear strategy moving forward. One senior Democrat noted the dissatisfaction among party…

Title: New York City’s Alarmingly High Student Absenteeism Rates Raise Concerns over Education Quality In a troubling revelation, a recent study has disclosed that more than one-third of New York City’s public school students— roughly 300,000 students— were classified as "chronically absent" during the previous academic year. This statistic has ignited discussions about the growing challenges within the city’s educational system and points to a deeper issue concerning student engagement and performance. Despite New York State’s substantial investment in education, which reached $89 billion last year— the highest per-student spending in the nation— students’ performance in critical subjects like reading…

TOKYO — The world has a new record holder: the oldest female barber, Shitsui Hakoishi, has reached the remarkable age of 108, and she shows no signs of slowing down. This slender, white-haired woman recently celebrated the formal recognition of her status by Guinness World Records, an honor that has brought her immense joy. During a news conference in her hometown of Nakagawa, located in Tochigi Prefecture northeast of Tokyo, Hakoishi expressed her gratitude, saying, “I could come this far only because of my customers. I’m overwhelmed and filled with joy.” Along with her delight in being recognized, she values…

A 36-year-old Dominican national, Edgar Batista Matos, was deported back to the Dominican Republic this week after being wanted for human smuggling, which tragically resulted in the deaths of three minors. This marks Matos’ fifth deportation; he was sent home on an ICE flight from Miami to Santo Domingo, where he was promptly taken into custody by local law enforcement. According to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Matos’ return exemplifies their collaboration with international law enforcement agencies. Juan Lopez Vega, the acting Field Office Director of ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations in Miami, stated that it demonstrates their…

Trump’s Call to Rethink the Penny: What It Means for Everyday Americans In New York, former President Donald Trump is suggesting a significant change for his next term in office. However, he is also keeping an eye on the smaller details, like the penny. Recently, Trump asked the Treasury Department to stop producing the penny, highlighting the fact that minting a penny costs the government more than its face value—around four cents each. This statement, made via his social media account, comes after years of conversations among conservatives about the inefficiency of continuing to make such small coins. Despite Trump’s…