Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket reaches orbit on 1st launch since explosive accidents last year

Firefly Aerospace successfully launched its Alpha rocket on March 11 during the “Stairway to Seven” mission, marking its seventh flight after two major setbacks in 2025. Previous mishaps included a failed satellite deployment during the “Message in a Booster” mission and a first-stage explosion during prelaunch testing, which delayed development. The launch achieved nominal performance, with successful stage separation, fairing ejection, and orbit insertion at … Continue reading Firefly Aerospace’s Alpha rocket reaches orbit on 1st launch since explosive accidents last year

Uber Eats launches robot food delivery service in Philly’s Center City

Uber Eats has launched a pilot program using autonomous robots to deliver food in Center City, Chinatown, and Old City, allowing customers to track orders in real time without tipping. The robots, designed by Avride, navigate streets using LIDAR sensors and cameras at about 5 mph. Local restaurants like Hi-Lo Taco Company are participating, with owners seeing the technology as a way to meet high … Continue reading Uber Eats launches robot food delivery service in Philly’s Center City

Papa John’s reportedly weighs $1.5B buyout offer

Papa John’s International is considering a $1.5 billion buyout proposal from Irth Capital Management, which offered $47 per share, a 44% premium over the stock’s recent closing price. The stock jumped 15% to about $38.86 following news of the bid. Irth Capital, founded in 2024 and already holding roughly 10% of Papa John’s, is partnering with Brookfield Asset Management on the offer, which would be … Continue reading Papa John’s reportedly weighs $1.5B buyout offer

Trump hits back at Republican Senate majority leader over Save America act

Donald Trump criticized Senate Republican leader John Thune for not forcing a vote on the Save America Act, a bill that would impose strict new voting rules amid the midterms. Trump has pressured Congress, insisting he will not sign other legislation until the bill reaches his desk, while Thune says the Senate lacks the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster. The bill, passed by … Continue reading Trump hits back at Republican Senate majority leader over Save America act

Trump visits Kentucky, criticizes Massie and Paul, endorses Gallrein

Donald Trump visited Kentucky on Wednesday, speaking at Verst Logistics, a contract packaging facility in Hebron. He addressed topics including U.S. military action in Iran, the coal industry, and the economy, while meeting local business owners from Kentucky and Ohio to discuss economic issues and prescription drug prices. During the visit, Trump criticized Thomas Massie and compared him unfavorably to Rand Paul. Trump endorsed Ed … Continue reading Trump visits Kentucky, criticizes Massie and Paul, endorses Gallrein

Fetterman says Iran’s new supreme leader should be killed

John Fetterman said he supports the assassination of Iran’s newly named supreme leader, Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei. Fetterman made the comments on NewsNation, arguing that removing Iran’s top leadership would limit the suffering caused by the country’s militant regime. He suggested that Israel should eliminate Mojtaba Khamenei if he survives any injuries from ongoing attacks. The remarks came … Continue reading Fetterman says Iran’s new supreme leader should be killed

Moments before execution, killer tearfully apologizes to son of slain mother

Texas executed Cedric Ricks, 51, for the 2013 murders of his girlfriend Roxann Sanchez, 30, and her 8-year-old son, Anthony. Ricks also attacked Sanchez’s 12-year-old son, Marcus, who survived by mimicking his brother’s last gurgling sounds during the assault. The execution took place on March 11 by lethal injection, with Marcus and six other family members witnessing the event. Ricks tearfully apologized to Marcus and … Continue reading Moments before execution, killer tearfully apologizes to son of slain mother

FBI warns Iran aspired to attack California with drones in retaliation for war

The FBI recently warned California police that Iran could potentially launch drone attacks on the West Coast in retaliation for U.S. strikes, though details on timing, targets, or methods remain unclear. The alert, issued before ongoing U.S. and Israel attacks on Iran, indicated that the 12-day bombardment may have significantly reduced Iran’s capabilities. U.S. intelligence has also flagged the risk of Mexican drug cartels using … Continue reading FBI warns Iran aspired to attack California with drones in retaliation for war

Veterans Affairs to Pursue Legal Guardianship of Homeless Vets

The administration of Donald Trump announced a plan allowing attorneys from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to seek court-appointed guardianships for certain homeless veterans. Under an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice, VA lawyers can act in state courts to start guardianship or conservatorship cases when veterans lack family members to make decisions for them. The program could affect about 700 veterans who … Continue reading Veterans Affairs to Pursue Legal Guardianship of Homeless Vets

At least 17 killed after drone strikes school in Sudan

At least 17 people, mostly schoolgirls, were killed when a drone strike hit a school and health center in Shukeiri village in White Nile State. Local medical officials and the Sudan Doctors Network blamed the attack on the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The strike also injured at least 10 people, with several girls suffering serious wounds and receiving treatment at a nearby hospital. The attack … Continue reading At least 17 killed after drone strikes school in Sudan

Iranian soccer team leaves Australia, with seven women staying behind

Seven members of the Iran women’s national football team remained in Australia after their tournament trip, while the rest of the team returned toward Iran amid rising regional tensions. Six players accepted humanitarian visas allowing them to stay permanently, while one initially agreed but later decided to return home, according to Australian Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke. The players had traveled to Australia for the … Continue reading Iranian soccer team leaves Australia, with seven women staying behind

Eight Arab, Islamic countries condemn Israeli closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Eight Muslim-majority countries — Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Turkey, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates — condemned Israel for keeping Al-Aqsa Mosque closed during Ramadan for the 12th day. In a joint statement, their foreign ministers said Israel’s restrictions on Palestinian access to Jerusalem Old City and its holy sites violate international law and the historical status quo. They rejected Israel’s actions at … Continue reading Eight Arab, Islamic countries condemn Israeli closure of Al-Aqsa Mosque

Archaeologists unearth gold-laden tomb filled with thousand-year-old treasures

Archaeologists in Panama have uncovered a gold-laden burial over 1,000 years old at the El Caño site in Coclé Province, known as Tomb 3. The tomb contains gold chest plates, arm cuffs, ear ornaments, and finely crafted ceramics, highlighting the high status of the primary individual buried there. Excavations revealed a complex structure with multiple prestige objects, reflecting the social and political hierarchy of the … Continue reading Archaeologists unearth gold-laden tomb filled with thousand-year-old treasures

SpaceX launches 15,000-pound TV satellite to orbit

SpaceX completed its 30th launch of 2026 on March 10, sending the 15,000-pound EchoStar XXV TV satellite into space from Cape Canaveral. The Falcon 9 rocket’s first stage, Booster 1085, successfully returned to Earth and landed on the droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas, marking its 14th launch and landing. The upper stage deployed EchoStar XXV into geosynchronous transfer orbit 35 minutes after liftoff. The satellite … Continue reading SpaceX launches 15,000-pound TV satellite to orbit

Defunct NASA satellite to crash back to Earth, with a small risk of falling debris

NASA’s Van Allen Probe A, a 1,323-pound satellite launched 14 years ago to study Earth’s radiation belts, is expected to re-enter the atmosphere on Tuesday at around 7:45 p.m. EDT. Most of the spacecraft will burn up during the fiery descent, though some components may survive, with the risk of harm to anyone on Earth estimated at roughly 1 in 4,200. The probe and its … Continue reading Defunct NASA satellite to crash back to Earth, with a small risk of falling debris

Ford launches new AI to grow Pro commercial business

Ford Motor is launching “Ford Pro AI,” an artificial intelligence system for its commercial vehicle business to boost profits and software revenue. The system analyzes over 1 billion daily data points from connected vehicles, tracking metrics like fuel consumption, route efficiency, and vehicle health. Ford aims to equip its 840,000 commercial subscribers with tools to reduce downtime, increase productivity, and optimize operations. The AI will … Continue reading Ford launches new AI to grow Pro commercial business

Cintas to Buy Uniform Supplier UniFirst in $5.5 Billion Deal

Cintas Corp. agreed to acquire rival UniFirst Corp. in a $5.5 billion cash-and-stock deal, ending a years-long pursuit of the uniform supplier. UniFirst shareholders will receive $155 in cash plus 0.7720 shares of Cintas stock per share, valuing each UniFirst share at $310. The transaction, expected to close in the second half of 2026, aims to help the combined company compete in the garment industry … Continue reading Cintas to Buy Uniform Supplier UniFirst in $5.5 Billion Deal

JPMorgan Chase reins in lending to private credit firms after marking down software loans

JPMorgan Chase is reducing its exposure to private credit by marking down loans held as collateral, mainly those lent to software firms. The move is a preemptive measure amid concerns that AI-driven disruptions could hurt borrowers and trigger turbulence in the private credit market. By lowering the collateral value, JPMorgan limits how much private credit firms can borrow, and in some cases may require additional … Continue reading JPMorgan Chase reins in lending to private credit firms after marking down software loans

Oracle stock spikes 12%

Oracle shares surged 12% after the company reported strong third-quarter earnings and confirmed it will not raise additional debt in 2026 beyond previously announced plans. CEO Clayton Magouyrk highlighted Oracle’s AI infrastructure growth, noting $29 billion in new contracts and efficient data center delivery without negative cash flow. The company’s cloud revenue, including infrastructure and SaaS, rose 44% year-over-year to $8.9 billion. Despite skepticism over … Continue reading Oracle stock spikes 12%

Georgia race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff

The special election to replace former Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is headed to a runoff after no candidate won a majority. Republican Clay Fuller, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, will face Democrat Shawn Harris on 7 April for Georgia’s 14th congressional district. Fuller’s campaign echoes Trump’s priorities, including tough-on-crime policies and stricter immigration enforcement, while Harris emphasizes bipartisanship and local service. Greene’s controversial … Continue reading Georgia race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff

Kast takes office in Chile

José Antonio Kast was sworn in as Chile’s president, marking the country’s most significant shift to the right since democracy returned in 1990. The ceremony in Valparaíso was attended by international leaders, including Argentina’s Javier Milei, Spain’s King Felipe VI, and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau. Kast, a Trump-inspired conservative, won the 2025 election in a landslide over communist candidate Jeannette Jara, campaigning … Continue reading Kast takes office in Chile

Mojtaba Khamenei was hurt in strike that killed his father, Iran’s Cyprus ambassador confirms

Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was injured in a 28 February attack that killed six of his family members, including his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to Tehran’s ambassador to Cyprus. Mojtaba sustained injuries to his legs and arms and has remained out of public view, partly due to security concerns over potential US or Israeli assassination attempts. The attack coincided with the start … Continue reading Mojtaba Khamenei was hurt in strike that killed his father, Iran’s Cyprus ambassador confirms

Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 years

The UK Parliament has voted to remove hereditary aristocrats from the unelected House of Lords, ending centuries of tradition. The reform will oust dozens of dukes, earls, and viscounts who inherited seats, though some may stay by being converted into life peers. Government ministers hailed the change as a move toward meritocracy and a more democratic system. The House of Lords, long criticized for being … Continue reading Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 years

Trump says war with Iran will end ‘soon’ as gas prices increase

President Donald Trump said the war with Iran will end “soon,” claiming U.S. forces have exceeded expectations in damaging Iranian targets. He noted that joint strikes with Israel targeted Iran over missile concerns, resulting in seven U.S. casualties and multiple injuries. The Pentagon reportedly spent $6.5 billion on munitions in the first two days, and gas prices have risen from $2.9 to $3.6 per gallon. … Continue reading Trump says war with Iran will end ‘soon’ as gas prices increase

California bishop’s alleged secret double life explodes into felony case

Bishop Emanuel Shaleta of Saint Peter’s Chaldean in San Diego faces multiple felony charges, including embezzlement, money laundering, and aggravated white-collar crime, after allegedly misappropriating hundreds of thousands of dollars from his church. Authorities say he received church rent payments in cash and funneled funds through an account meant for rent assistance, with roughly $272,000 unaccounted for. Shaleta was arrested at San Diego International Airport … Continue reading California bishop’s alleged secret double life explodes into felony case