Mardi Gras 2025: Joy and Jitters for New Orleans
There was never any question that Mardi Gras would go forward after the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. But some revelers felt at least a hint of trepidation. Source: Original News
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Fact-Checking Trump’s Claims on Tariffs, Ukraine and DOGE Before Address to Congress
The president has repeatedly made false or misleading claims in pursuing an aggressive agenda in the first weeks of his second term. Source: Original News
Supreme Court to Consider Mexico’s Lawsuit Against U.S. Gun Makers
The justices will hear arguments in a $10 billion lawsuit by the Mexican government that claims gun makers are complicit in supplying drug cartels. Source: Original News
In One Swing District, Guarded Optimism After Trump’s First Six Weeks
With President Trump set to address a joint session of Congress on Tuesday, many voters in Arizona’s divided First Congressional District remain hopeful for his new term, even amid partisan rancor. Source: Original News
Trump Suspends Military Aid to Ukraine After Oval Office Blowup
The directive, which takes effect immediately, affects more than $1 billion in arms and ammunition in the pipelines and on order. Source: Original News
Justice Dept. to Review Election Tampering Conviction of Pro-Trump Clerk
The decision, revealed in a filing in a Colorado clerk’s bid to overturn her conviction, marks another example of President Trump’s Justice Department intervening to aid supporters or go after foes. Source: Original News
Why detecting methane is difficult but crucial work
From handheld to space-based, new methane detectors are making it easier to track the greenhouse gas. Source: Original News
Markets sink as Trump confirms tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China
The US president has repeatedly threatened to tax imports from two of the country’s closest neighbours. Source: Original News
Zero hour contract ban to include agency workers
The government is set to announce a number of changes to the Employment Rights Bill. Source: Original News
SpaceX Scrubs 8th Starship Rocket Test Flight
The company has made changes to the vehicle, part of which blew up over the Caribbean in January during the seventh test flight. An issue during the countdown halted Monday’s launch. Source: Original News