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China’s observatory in Chile in doubt as US raises concerns about potential military use
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Washington’s unease over ‘low-orbit satellites’ deployment could scuttle US$80 million project for Beijing’s astronomical research institute. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3302489/chinas-observatory-chile-doubt-us-raises-concerns-about-potential-military-use?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MorePhilippines faces tricky path to becoming less reliant on US
Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. The second Trump administration’s actions show Manila the urgent need to be more self-reliant and seek other potential defence partners. https://www.scmp.com/opinion/asia-opinion/article/3301885/philippines-faces-tricky-path-becoming-less-reliant-us?utm_source=rss_feed
Read MoreAOC, Sanders tell supporters to mask up for West Coast town halls
Fox News Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., are taking the “Fighting Oligarchy” rallies out West next week – and advising supporters to mask up to participate. Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic, Fox News Digital can confirm that the RSVP for the events in Denver and Las Vegas includes guidance that…
Read MoreNew Canadian PM blasts Trump’s 51st state idea: ‘Crazy’
Fox News Newly minted Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has defiantly rejected any notion that Canada will become America’s 51st state amid tensions about an all-out trade war between the neighboring nations. Carney, speaking to reporters after being sworn into office on Friday, shot down the bold and controversial idea touted by President Donald Trump,…
Read MoreRussian drones hit energy sector in Odesa Oblast again: Chornomorsk left without power
Pravda Ukraine The Russians attacked the energy infrastructure in Odesa Oblast with drones on the evening of 14 March, leaving the city of Chornomorsk completely without power. Source: Oleh Kiper, Head of Odesa Oblast Military Administration, on Telegram Quote: “The enemy has once again conducted a large-scale drone attack on Odesa Oblast. The city of…
Read MoreRep. Raul M. Grijalva of Arizona, a Democratic Progressive in the House, Dies at 77
New York Times The son of an immigrant, he represented a majority Hispanic district in Arizona for 12 terms but had lately been absent from Capitol Hill while being treated for cancer. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/us/politics/raul-m-grijalva-dead.html
Read MoreSpending bill to avert shutdown successfully beats filibuster with hours until deadline
Fox News Senators voted to advance the House-passed stopgap spending bill on Friday as the deadline for a government shutdown inches closer. The House-passed short-term spending bill, known as a continuing resolution (CR), would keep spending levels the same as fiscal year (FY) 2024 until Oct. 1. However, if a spending bill is not passed…
Read MoreTEFAF Returns With Majesty in an Uncertain Market
New York Times The fair has a jewel of a 16th-century illuminated manuscript, and other museum-quality items, but fewer standouts over all. Sales were still brisk. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/arts/design/tefaf-maastricht.html
Read MoreRubio says South Africa’s ambassador no longer welcomed in US, accuses him of hating America
Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-846108
Read MoreG7 Foreign Ministers Agree on Ukraine Policy Amid Tensions Over Trump Tariffs
New York Times Secretary of State Marco Rubio found himself among allies in a fraught moment after President Trump’s tariff policies. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/14/world/canada/g7-ukraine-policy-trump-tariffs.html
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