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Philippines summons China envoy over standoff, dares Beijing to seek arbitration
The Philippines summoned China’s envoy on Monday to protest against “aggressive actions” in the South China Sea at the weekend, as Manila’s defense minister dared Beijing to bolster its vast sovereignty claims by taking them to international ...NBC News - Top stories - China -
Brazil summons Hungarian envoy to explain why Bolsonaro hid in embassy
Former Brazil president spent two nights at legation after two close aides were detained in February over alleged coup plot. Brazil’s foreign ministry has summoned the Hungarian ambassador to explain why the South American country’s embattled ...The Guardian - World - Brazil -
India summons envoy after US criticises Delhi chief minister’s arrest
US called for fair legal process for opposition figure Arvind Kejriwal amid claims that challengers to Narendra Modi are being targeted ahead of national elections. India has summoned a top US diplomat after Washington warned it to ensure a “fair, ...The Guardian - World - India -
Rare white magpie caught on camera
Photographer Terry Wright said he felt like "the luckiest man alive" to capture the unusual bird.BBC News - Top stories -
Council spending on special needs transport doubles
The rising cost of getting children to school is a key driver of current pressure on council budgets.BBC News - Top stories -
Netanyahu canceling high-level meeting is 'political response' to UN vote, says fmr. Mideast Envoy
Former Mideast Envoy Dennis Ross joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Prime Minister Netanyahu’s decision to cancel a visit by Israeli officials to Washington after the UN Security Council passed a resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire and ...NBC News - Politics -
U.N. envoy accuses Israel of genocide as Gaza war rages after cease-fire vote
A U.N. envoy says there are "reasonable grounds" to believe Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, as the war rages despite a cease-fire demand.CBS News - World - Israel -
National Guard soldier surprised at graduation by special message from deployed son
As the mom of a soldier and an active-duty Tennessee National Guard soldier herself, Jennifer Duggin knows that serving sometimes means missing big life events. That’s why she was moved to tears when her deployed son appeared on the big screen at ...NBC News - Top stories -
Greene: GOP’s Gallagher should be expelled in time for special election
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) called on Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Sunday to push for Rep. Mike Gallagher’s (R-Wis.) expulsion from Congress ahead of his scheduled departure next month to allow his district time to select a new ...The Hill - Politics -
Official Xbox Wireless Controllers Are On Sale - Save Big On Special-Edition Models
A handful of official Xbox wireless controllers are on sale for great prices right now. Most notably, a few special-edition models are discounted, including the eye-catching Dream Vapor variant, which launched earlier this year. A first-party Xbox ...GameSpot - Tech -
Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapses | Special Report
The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday after a column was hit by a large container ship, sending cars and possibly people into the Patapsco River, authorities said. Shanelle Kaul anchored CBS News' special report.CBS News - Top stories -
Alabama special election to test political potency of abortion, IVF
A special election in an unusual purple Alabama state House district is testing the political potency of reproductive rights in a red state after a major ruling there last month led to a temporary pause on in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment. ...The Hill - Politics -
Emergency declared after Baltimore bridge collapse, search underway | Special Report
Search and rescue efforts are underway after the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed early Tuesday morning. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore has declared a state of emergency, saying in a statement that, "we are working with an interagency team ...CBS News - Top stories -
Officials give update on Baltimore bridge collapse | Special Report
Authorities in Baltimore said at least two people had been pulled from the water after the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed early Tuesday morning. Search and rescue operations are currently underway.CBS News - Top stories -
'Special recovery team' returns stolen Jaromir Jagr bobbleheads to Penguins
The team announced that the bobbleheads had been stolen earlier this monthCBS Sports - Sports -
Special report: Biden discusses response to Baltimore bridge collapse
President Biden delivered remarks to address the collapse of a major bridge in Baltimore after it was struck by a cargo ship. The president discussed the ongoing response, search for those unaccounted for, and his intent for the federal government ...NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Book of Donald: Trump hawks special ‘God Bless the USA’ Bibles for $60
Former president sells Trump-endorsed Bible in concert with Lee Greenwood, country singer whose music is played at his rallies. Patriotic, prayerful and rightwing Americans are being offered the chance to purchase – for a mere $59.99 – a Bible ...The Guardian - World - Donald Trump -
Democrat wins Alabama special election after focusing on IVF, abortion
Democratic candidate Marilyn Lands is projected to win the special election in Alabama state House District 10, according to Decision Desk HQ. Lands, a licensed professional counselor, beat Republican Teddy Powell, a Madison City Council member, ...The Hill - Politics - Abortion -
Democrat wins Alabama special election in early test for IVF as a campaign issue
Marilyn Lands, who defeated Republican Teddy Powell, highlighted IVF and abortion rights in her campaign for a state House seat previously held by the GOP.NBC News - Politics -
Disney agrees to settle Florida lawsuit with special district backed by DeSantis
The suit was related to the takeover of the district at the behest of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis after Disney had opposed the state's "Don't Say Gay" law.CNBC - Business - Florida -
These Special South Park-Themed Xbox Series X Systems Are Very Ice
Winter might be over in the northern hemisphere, but Microsoft wants to keep things cool with four special South Park: Snow Day-themed Xbox Series X consoles. The systems--which feature Kyle, Stan, Cartman, and Kenny--are part of an official Xbox ...GameSpot - Tech -
Democrat who campaigned on reproductive rights wins special election in Alabama
After an IVF ruling that sent shockwaves through Alabama, Democrat Marilyn Lands won the special election for a state House seat running heavily on reproductive rights.CBS News - Politics -
Disney and DeSantis allies reach settlement in special district fight
Disney and allies of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis have reached a settlement in a lawsuit over control of a special district in the state. The litigation began after DeSantis' attempted takeover of the district after the company voiced opposition to ...NBC News - Politics -
Gaming Charity SpecialEffect Will Receive Prestigious BAFTA Special Award
BAFTA has announced that UK gaming charity SpecialEffect will be presented with its prestigious Special Award at the 20th BAFTA Games Awards this April. SpecialEffect is a charity that uses technology to improve access to video games for people ...GameSpot - Tech -
John Calipari vows to make changes after Kentucky's latest early NCAA tournament exit
In his first comments since the night of his NCAA tournament loss to Oakland, Calipari did not speak like someone whose job was in danger.Yahoo Sports - Sports -
Democrats cheer surprise win in Alabama special election for candidate vowing to protect abortion rights and IVF – live
Marilyn Lands’s victory suggests reproductive rights are key issue for voters ahead of Biden-Trump rematch in November. Democrat wins in Alabama after focus on abortion and IVFSpeaking of Donald Trump, he has once again been gagged under an order ...The Guardian - World - Abortion -
Democrats hope Biden can ride the party’s special election wave: From the Politics Desk
Democrats keep winning special elections, but Joe Biden isn't getting a polling boost. RNC co-chair Lara Trump sits down for an interview.NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Detroit Lions Fantasy Football buzz from 2024 NFL owners meeting: Why Amon-Ra St. Brown is a special player
Here's what you need to know out of the owners meeting about the Lions offense in FantasyCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
How we met: ‘I tell her things I’ll never tell anyone else – what we have is so special’
Hannah, 41, and Izzy, 42, met in a nightclub before starting the same college course in the 90s. They both live in Suffolk and remain friends and soulmates two decades later. When Hannah was 16, she loved going to her local under-18s nightclub to ...The Guardian - World