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Parades, rivers and the White House fountain: US celebrates St Patrick's Day

The Chicago River continued its more than 60-year tradition, dyed green to celebrate the city's Irish heritage.

BBC News - Top Stories - 50 minutes ago

'Absolutely Inaccurate': Dyslexia Expert Points Out Glaring Error In Trump's Insult Of Gavin Newsom

A certified academic language therapist addresses widespread misinformation about the very common learning disability.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

South Korea's Kospi leads gains in Asia as investors assess Japan trade data, await Fed rate verdict

Asia-Pacific markets were set to climb on Wednesday as investors tracked escalating tensions in the Middle East.

CNBC - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Stock futures are flat as traders look ahead to Federal Reserve interest rate decision

The three major averages posted back-to-back gains on Tuesday, even as oil prices ended the session higher. Traders are now awaiting the Fed's policy decision.

CNBC - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

More than 400 U.S. health-care workers have immigrated to B.C., province says

From doctors to nurse practitioners, health-care professionals are flocking to British Columbia by the hundreds in response to a campaign aiming to recruit Americans, according to Premier David Eby.

CTV News - Business - 4 hours ago

I must have done things wrong if fans not happy - Slot -- Head coach Arne Slot says he "must have done a lot of things wrong" for Liverpool fans to be "frustrated" at their recent form.

Head coach Arne Slot says he "must have done a lot of things wrong" for Liverpool fans to be "frustrated" at their recent form.

BBC News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Markets edge higher ahead of interest rate decisions from BoC and Fed

Stock markets in Canada and the U.S. gained ground on Tuesday, as investors await interest rate decisions from the Bank of Canada and the U.S. Federal Reserve on Wednesday.

CTV News - Business - 5 hours ago

What are today's mortgage interest rates: March 17, 2026?

Want to buy a home or refinance your current one? Here are the mortgage interest rates you need to know now.

CBS News - Business - 6 hours ago

Canada: Regulators say electricity demand, natural gas production to accelerate by 2050

A long-term outlook from the Canada Energy Regulator on Tuesday says both electricity demand and Canadian natural gas production will accelerate by 2050. The regulator analyzed a ‌variety of...

International The News - World - 6 hours ago

Arizona alleges Kalshi engaged in illegal gambling, election wagering -- The complaint includes 20 separate counts against Kalshi, claiming the company accepted bets from Arizona residents in violation of state law.

The complaint includes 20 separate counts against Kalshi, claiming the company accepted bets from Arizona residents in violation of state law.

CBS News - US News - 7 hours ago

Celebrate zucchini season with this golden, moreish Italian classic

Make the most of seasonal produce with this authentic (and inexpensive) family favourite from the couple behind the hit YouTube channel Vincenzo’s Plate.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

The Fed issues its latest interest rate decision Wednesday. Here's what to expect

The Federal Reserve has little choice but to stay on the sidelines this week.

CNBC - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Army general left classified maps of Ukraine war on train, watchdog finds -- The Defense Department inspector general found Major General Antonio Aguto in separate incidents improperly handled classified documents and engaged in the "overindulgence of alcohol."

The Defense Department inspector general found Major General Antonio Aguto in separate incidents improperly handled classified documents and engaged in the "overindulgence of alcohol."

CBS News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Hospital in stunning blunder as 21 patients operated on with unsterilised instruments

Exclusive: Patients have been put at risk of infection with viruses such as HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The hospital says the risk is 'extremely low'

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Stocks and pound rise as US rate call approaches

The FTSE 100 index closed up 85.91 points, 0.8% at 10,403.60 and the FTSE 250 was up 158.43 points, 0.7%, at 22,180.90.

Independent UK - Business - 9 hours ago

Zendaya: Many people fooled by AI-generated photos of wedding to Tom Holland

It comes amid speculation the couple have tied the knot.

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Irish and Welsh ministers celebrate St Patrick's Day in Cardiff

GOVERNMENT ministers from across Ireland and Wales came together this week to celebrate St Patric...

Irish Post - World - 10 hours ago

What homebuyers should do as mortgage rates rise again

With mortgage rates ticking up once again, homebuyers should consider making these three moves right now.

CBS News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Madrid celebrates Irish culture with a colourful St Patrick's Day parade - Thousands of spectators gathered in Madrid on Saturday to celebrate St Patrick's Day with a vibrant parade featuring traditional Irish music, dancing and cultural performances. 16/03/2026

Video. Thousands of spectators gathered in Madrid on Saturday to celebrate St Patrick’s Day with a vibrant parade featuring traditional Irish music, dancing and cultural performances.

Euronews - World - 10 hours ago

Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 1.8% in February, war's impact not yet reflected -- Business

Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 1.8 per cent in February, Statistics Canada said on Monday.

CBC News - Politics - 11 hours ago

Trump's Political Opposition Celebrates Joe Kent Resignation over Iran War

President Donald Trump's opposition in the media and political class are celebrating Joe Kent's resignation as the director of the National Counterterrorism Center over the war in Iran.

Breitbart - Politics - 11 hours ago

The Strait of Hormuz crisis: Why the US may be heading toward a strategic disaster

US forces could capture a key Iranian island, but this would lead to a whole host of new problems

Russia Today - World - 13 hours ago

The US-Israel war on Iran is shaped by religion as much as strategy

The conflict has mutated into a zero-sum collision of competing messianic frameworks.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Cryptocurrency in the Arab World: Strategy, Power, and the Post-Oil Economy

Dr. Gil FeilerOver the past few years, the cryptocurrency sector in the Arab world has evolved from a marginal financial curiosity into a strategic comp

Albawaba - Business - 16 hours ago

US Fed confronts stagflation risk as Iran war triggers oil shock and clouds rate path -- 3 min read

Surging crude prices, slowing growth, and mixed jobs data leave the U.S. Federal Reserve balancing inflation risks against a weakening economy

First Post - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 1.8% in February, war's impact not yet reflected -- Jenna Benchetrit

Canada's annual inflation rate fell to 1.8 per cent in February, Statistics Canada said on Monday.

CBC News - Business - 17 hours ago

Home sales fall further in February as mortgage rates and 'relentless' weather weigh on market

‘Affordability is tough,’ says CREA senior economist Shaun Cathcart

The Globe and Mail - Business - 17 hours ago

Fed expected to hold rates steady as Middle East war muddies economic outlook

Central bank is likely to strike a cautious tone when it meets this week as high oil prices stoke inflation concerns

The Globe and Mail - Business - 18 hours ago

Increasing rates is such a blunt instrument. There are other, better ways to target inflation

If the RBA unleashes further painful interest rate rises, we risk severely hurting the economy and plunging into recession without reducing inflation at all.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 18 hours ago

RBA hikes rates as governor warns of recession if inflation not curbed — as it happened

Treasurer Jim Chalmers said the decision would be "tough news" for Australians as the Opposition accused him of "inflation denial".

SBS - World - 19 hours ago

Interest rates go up: decision reflects growing uncertainty in the global economy

The Reserve Bank has hiked interest rates by 25 basis points to 4.1 per cent. It's the second rise in a row - and there could be more to come.

SBS - World - 19 hours ago

This rate hike will hurt, but there are better ways to fight inflation

If the RBA unleashes further painful interest rate rises, we risk severely hurting the economy and plunging into recession without reducing inflation at all.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Money -- Household savings rate down in final months of 2025

Irish households continued to divert a large share of income to savings, debt repayments or buying and improving their homes last year, Central Statistics ...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

How the best Irish bars around the world celebrate St Patrick's Day (and what they charge for a pint)

With more than 6,000 Irish pubs dotted around the world, there’ll be plenty of glasses raised globally today to celebrate our patron saint. From the gatewa...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Miles Caton reveals how he celebrated 'Sinners' big Oscars night

Sinners' breakout star, Miles Caton, lost his voice during the success of the film during the Oscars night. Following a wild celebration, as described by Miles, after the 98th Academy Awards show,...

International The News - Entertainment - 22 hours ago

EU has no interest in open-ended war with Iran, bloc's top diplomat says

The European Union has no intention of becoming directly involved in military action against Iran, the bloc’s top diplomat said Monday, warning that...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Canada's inflation rate eased to 1.8% in February before oil prices surged

End of federal sales-tax break last year contributed to a more favourable CPI reading

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 day ago

FTSE 100 ends higher as oil price gains moderate

Nato and other Western allies pushed back on US President Donald Trump’s demand that military alliance members help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago

The US-Israeli strategy against Iran is working. Here is why

Every aspect of Iran’s ability to project regional power is being successfully degraded.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Here are 10 important facts about the popular party celebrated each year on March 17.

St. Patrick's Day is marked on March 17. Here are 10 important facts about the party celebrated each year by millions worldwide.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Harry Styles Wembley residency set to generate £200million for London

The price of local hotels has skyrocketed for the nights of the former One Direction singer’s concerts this summer

Evening Standard - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Memphis Barker: Trump has made the mother of all miscalculations on Iran war strategy

Hours before the first missiles hit Iran on February 28, Donald Trump greeted guests at a black-tie Mar-a-Lago fundraiser for Place of Hope, a charity supp...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 1 day ago

There's something missing from Ireland's debates on foreign policy: our interests

Bollocking the president of the United States on St Patrick’s Day is probably not what the people want their political leader to do

Irish Times - Politics - 1 day ago

With the Iran war entering its third week, what is Trump's exit strategy?

The president must decide whether to wrap the war up, leaving Iran’s regime battered but intact, or press on and risk a spiralling conflict with even greater economic shockwaves.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

The case for rapid-fire interest rate hikes is hardly watertight

Even though markets and the country’s biggest banks expect back-to-back rate rises, there are good reasons for the RBA to hold fire this week.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Interest rate cut hopes dashed as Iran war sends energy prices soaring

The Bank of England is not expected to cut interest rates amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East

Independent UK - Business - 2 days ago

UK interest rate cut off the table amid Middle East conflict, economists say

It is expected the Bank of England will keep borrowing costs unchanged at 3.75% in March.

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

Recession not expected in Australia but markets suggest a March rate hike: Treasurer

Traders and economists widely expect the Reserve Bank to lift interest rates but uncertainty over the Iran war could convince the board to keep them on hold.

SBS - World - 2 days ago

Oscars 2026: Hollywood Celebrates Itself amid 'Existential Crisis,' Looming Strikes, and Steep Decline

The film industry is suffering an "existential crisis" over its rapid decline as film studios rack up billions in deb.

Breitbart - Technology - 3 days ago

US, Ecuador sign trade deal cutting tariff rates

Quito: The United States and Ecuador have agreed to reduce tariff rates between the two nations, officials said, as countries seek to navigate US Pres...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 3 days ago

Trump Says US 'Obliterated' Iranian Military Targets On Kharg Island As Tehran Threatens Retaliation In UAE

The US president said the strikes targeted military installations on the island, which handles the majority of Iran's oil exports, but stopped short of destroying the energy infrastructure itself.

International Business Times - World - 3 days ago

The divisive home selling strategy that's used by one in five inner Sydney vendors

A number of real estate agents and buyer’s agents are touting the tactic, but professionals warn it doesn’t always represent a good deal.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Where to celebrate St. Patrick's Day weekend in Chicago

The Chicago River dyeing begins at 10 a.m. Saturday, followed by the St. Patrick's Day Parade at 12:15 p.m. Saturday. The South Side Irish Parade steps off at noon Sunday.

Chicago Sun-Times - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Jury deliberates in social media trial -- Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.

Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.

CBS News - Science - 4 days ago

Mortgage rates surge to highest since September, hitting spring housing market

Mortgage rates jumped to a seven-month high Friday as war in Iran pushed bond yields higher.

CNBC - US News - 4 days ago

Trump tariff confused? Where the rates on Canadian goods stand now

Donald Trump’s tariffs have hit resistance in the U.S. Supreme Court and House of Representatives, but will those decisions make a difference here in Canada? For The National, CBC’s Ashley Fraser breaks down what tariffs are still in place and why the economy isn’t out of the woods yet.

CBC News - Politics - 4 days ago

Canada's economy lost 84,000 jobs in February, unemployment rate ticked up to 6.7% -- Jenna Benchetrit

Canada's economy lost 84,000 jobs in February while the unemployment rate edged up to 6.7 per cent, Statistics Canada said on Friday, a setback for the labour market and one of the worst monthly job losses seen in years outside of the pandemic.

CBC News - Business - 4 days ago

Berkeley warns of Iran war weighing on housing market amid mortgage rates hikes

The emerging situation in the Middle East was ‘weighing heavily on risk sentiment’, Berkeley said.

Evening Standard - Business - 4 days ago

Britons who fled Gulf desperate to avoid tax bills after London return

The tax implications of a return to the UK are ‘troubling’ expats who have flown back to the UK from tax havens like Dubai

Evening Standard - Politics - 4 days ago

Washington is being pulled deeper into Israel's Iran strategy

Escalation in Iran is pushing the U.S. toward choices it never intended to make

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 5 days ago

How Hollywood is grappling with AI -- AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports. -- Mar 11

AI-generated artist Tilly Norwood and the company behind her released a new music video speaking directly to her critics. As AI evolves, Hollywood faces questions over legal protections, copyright infringement and human labor. Jo Ling Kent reports.

CBS News - Technology - 5 days ago

Canada interest rates: what to expect amid rising oil prices and global uncertainty

The Bank of Canada is expected to announce its next interest rate decision on Wednesday, 18 March, with economists watching closely to see whether borrowing costs will change. According to reports,...

International The News - Business - 6 days ago

Could Iran be using China's highly accurate BeiDou navigation system?

Intelligence experts have suggested China has made its satellite navigation system available to Iran.

Aljazeera - Science - 6 days ago

World Cup 2026: Jordan fans frustrated by US visa hurdles

Jordan are set to make their World Cup debut, but military conflict and the US government may keep their fans at home. Those wishing to travel with their team are calling for answers on visas from FIFA and the US.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 6 days ago

Missiles, satellites and strategy: Hidden dimensions of Iran war

Russia and China’s silent backing of Iran with war technologies complicates the war that the U.S. has misjudged

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 6 days ago

Will interest rates rise after surge in oil prices over Iran-US war?

Inflation concerns could see the BoE pause their recent rate cuts - or head the other direction

Independent UK - Business - 6 days ago

Telnyx CEO: Trump Is America's 'Unique Strategic Advantage' on AI

The CEO of Telnyx said President Donald Trump is a "unique strategic advantage" that the United States has over other countries in AI race.

Breitbart - Technology - 7 days ago

Global warming has accelerated since 2015: Study

Global warming has accelerated in a 'statistically significant' way since 2015, according to a study published by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact...

Daily Sabah - Environment - 8 days ago

Iran proxies wage war on Israel, threaten US interests as Iraq slammed for not disarming them

Tension in the Middle East continue to escalate as Iran-aligned Iraqi militias expand targets from military bases to oil facilities, threatening regional stability.

Fox News - Top Stories - 11 days ago

Moment 50 Israeli jets obliterate Khamenei's bunker in Tehran attack

The aerial footage shows bombs destroying several streets as Israel and the US ramp up strikes

Evening Standard - World - 11 days ago

U.S. payrolls unexpectedly fell by 92,000 in February; unemployment rate at 4.4%

Nonfarm payrolls were expected to increase 50,000 in February while the unemployment rate held steady at 4.3%.

CNBC - Business - 11 days ago

San Francisco Fed's Daly says jobs report complicates interest rate call

Daly told CNBC on Friday that the weak February jobs report adds to a difficult policymaking environment.

CNBC - Business - 11 days ago

Beyond words: Incarcerated women's responses to punitive systems in Peru

A collage-based artistic creation workshop revealed how a group of incarcerated women counter the dynamics and effects of imprisonment through individual reflection, creative practice, and the sustaining of collective bonds.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 11 days ago

Americans tap retirement funds at record rates as mounting financial stress takes toll

Record 6% of Americans tapped 401k savings for hardship withdrawals in 2025, up from 4.8% in 2024, as financial stress forces workers to raid nest eggs.

Fox News - Top Stories - 12 days ago

Three tech startups receive government funding to accelerate growth

THREE technology firms in Northern Ireland have received a substantial funding injection to suppo...

Irish Post - Business - 14 days ago

President Trump's Elaborate Secret Plan To Attack Iran

030226_trump_ww_plan_webPresident Donald Trump was at the center of an elaborate ploy to trick Iran's leaders into thinking that no attack was imminent. The day of deception began Friday as Trump left the White House for a rally in Texas.

Inside Edition - Politics - 15 days ago

FHFA chief says Trump deployed $200B to slash mortgage rates, impact was immediate

Mortgage rates drop to "five handle" as Trump administration targets housing affordability crisis with aggressive $200 billion bond purchase program.

Fox News - Business - 19 days ago

College majors with the highest earnings potential and lowest jobless rates -- A college degree still provides an edge when it comes to finding a good job, but a person's major may be just as important to career stability, research suggests.

A college degree still provides an edge when it comes to finding a good job, but a person's major may be just as important to career stability, research suggests.

CBS News - Business - 21 days ago

Greek Seaside Town Celebrates Lent With Multi-Colored 'Flour War'

Things got messy in the Greek seaside town of Galaxidi after many of its 1,700 residents as well as several tourists pelted each other with bags of dyed flour.

Huffington Post - Weird - 22 days ago

After Trump's 'reciprocal' tariffs, here are sectors still facing higher rates

President Donald Trump's "reciprocal" tariffs were deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, but some sector-specific tariffs remain in place.

CNBC - Business - 24 days ago

President Trump Says He Will Release Files About Extraterrestrial Life

President Donald Trump said he is about to make major revelations on one of the biggest mysteries of modern times.

Inside Edition - Politics - 25 days ago

Spain to probe social media giants over AI-generated child abuse material

Prime Minister ‌Pedro ​Sanchez pledges to end 'impunity' of platforms X, Meta and TikTok in promoting harmful content.

Aljazeera - Science - 1 month ago

Mapped: London's MMR vaccination rates as measles outbreak hits London

Kensington and Chelsea, Hackney and Hammersmith and Fulham reported the lowest uptake

Evening Standard - Health - 1 month ago

Music evening at Katara celebrates Kosovo independence anniversary

Doha, Qatar: The Drama Theatre at the Katara Cultural Village Foundation hosted a special musical evening last Friday entitled An Evening with Rona N...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Popular weight-loss drugs linked to rare 'pirate disease'

Australian researchers warn GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may cause scurvy, the historic "pirate disease," due to poor nutrition and vitamin C deficiency risks.

Fox News - Weird - 1 month ago

Bad Bunny reminded us that culture is not something to be tolerated

As a former refugee, Elena Ora was profoundly moved by Bad Bunny’s entirely Spanish Super Bowl performance

Evening Standard - Opinion - 1 month ago

Malta's engagement in Qatar across major strategic platforms in 2026

The start of 2026 has been particularly active and meaningful for Malta’s engagement in Qatar, marked by participation in a series of high-profile eve...

Peninsula Qatar - Opinion - 1 month ago

5 Steps to Start Your Civilian Networking Strategy

Your network will grow over time and prove to be one of the most valuable assets of your career.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Apple Didn't Have an AI Strategy. So It's Buying One From Google.

Cupertino finally threw its weight into the AI race — behind a familiar name.

New York Magazine - Technology - 2 months ago

How DOD Can Strengthen Digital Security to Protect Military Personnel, Families -- An official told Military.com that a 63-page report on digital risk assessment was spurred by congressional members' interest...

An official told Military.com that a 63-page report on digital risk assessment was spurred by congressional members’ interest in understanding where DOD stood on the issue.

Military.com - Technology - 2 months ago

Gold tops $4,500 for first time on rate cut bets, geopolitics

Hong Kong: Gold prices broke past $4,500 in Asian trade Wednesday on optimism that the Federal Reserve will continue cutting interest rates next year,...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 2 months ago

Dominican Republic wastes renewable energy while fossil fuel thermoelectric plants operate above legal limits

Non-compliance with Technical Minimum Power, causing a greater injection of fossil-fuel-generated energy into the grid, violates Dominican legislation and hinders climate commitments, especially when renewable energy companies’ production remains restricted.

Global Voices - Business - 2 months ago

Foreign outbreaks, lower vaccination rates are troubling signs for California's coming flu season

Last year’s flu season was the worst California had seen in years — and state health officials warn this year could potentially be just as bad.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 months ago

Charlie Kirk Day: When It's Celebrated, What to Expect, and Is It a Federal Holiday?

Charlie Kirk Day 2025 commemorates the conservative leader's impact on faith and free speech through national observances and public gatherings.

International Business Times - US News - 5 months ago

STDs fall in adults, syphilis in newborns rises: CDC data -- While sexually transmitted disease rates for U.S. adults fell last year, syphilis in newborns​ continued to rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

While sexually transmitted disease rates for U.S. adults fell last year, syphilis in newborns​ continued to rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

CBS News - Health - 5 months ago

The Texas Redistricting Fight Has Been the Testing Ground for the Trump Administration's Latest Legal Strategy

The administration has been testing a strategy of using the courts as leverage to force political outcomes. In Texas, the state’s leaders and conservative activists have been willing, if not eager, collaborators.

ProPublica - Politics - 6 months ago

Today's mortgage interest rates fall for 30-year terms while 15-year terms remain unchanged | August 14, 2024

Mortgage rates fluctuate almost daily based on economic conditions. Here are today’s mortgage rates and what you need to know about getting the best rate.

Fox News - Business - 7 months ago

Fed holds interest rate steady as it waits to see impact of tariffs

Interest rates hold steady as the Fed studies the impact of economic tariffs.

Fox News - Business - 10 months ago

The Federal Reserve continues pause on interest rate cuts, expects two cuts later this year

The Fed didn’t cut interest rates in March, citing the stable economy and improving labor markets.

Fox News - Business - 11 months ago

The Washington Post's Strategy Is to Do Whatever Jeff Bezos Wants

The venerable paper has officially become the Amazon CEO’s plaything.

New York Magazine - Opinion - 1 year ago

How a Washington Tax Break for Data Centers Snowballed Into One of the State's Biggest Corporate Giveaways

Companies have saved $474 million since 2018, with most of the windfall going to Washington-based tech giant Microsoft. Lawmakers repeatedly expanded who qualifies, and they lowered the number of jobs expected in return.

ProPublica - Technology - 1 year ago