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Live updates: Trump speaks with Putin; JFK files expected to be released

The world is closely watching two major developments today: First, the conversation between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. This discussion has already sparked widespread speculation, with experts suggesting it could reshape global politics.

Tesla’s China rival Zeekr to roll out advanced driver assistance-system for free

Chinese premium electric vehicle (EV) maker Zeekr, a key competitor to Tesla, has announced that it will roll out its advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) for free. This move is expected to strengthen Zeekr's position in China’s rapidly growing EV market.

Zeekr stated that its new ADAS technology will enhance driver safety and automation through advanced sensors and software. The system will include features such as automatic lane changing, traffic sign recognition, and highway driving assistance.

Israel hits Gaza with 'extensive strikes,' killing over 400 and ending ceasefire

Israel hit Gaza with a series of "extensive strikes" overnight Tuesday, vowing to open the "gates of hell" because Hamas has not released the remaining hostages. At least 404 Palestinians were killed in the strikes, according to the Gaza Ministry of Health.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz said the Israel Defense Forces are targeting Hamas terrorists throughout the region.

"Israel will, from now on, act against Hamas with increasing military strength," Netanyahu's office said in a statement on Tuesday.

Trump revokes Secret Service protection for adult Biden children Hunter and Ashley

Hunter Biden, who has been at the center of various legal and political battles, was reportedly relying on Secret Service protection due to ongoing security concerns. Similarly, Ashley Biden, known for her philanthropic work, has also been under protection due to the high-profile nature of her father’s presidency.

The White House has yet to officially respond to this development. However, many political analysts believe this could escalate tensions between the Biden and Trump camps as the 2024 election season approaches.

Ceasefire shatters as Israel pounds Gaza with wave of deadly strikes

Gaza City, March 18, 2025 – A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas has collapsed as Israeli warplanes launched a series of deadly airstrikes across Gaza. The sudden escalation has left dozens dead and hundreds injured, sparking fears of another prolonged conflict in the region.

According to local sources, the airstrikes targeted key Hamas strongholds, infrastructure, and residential areas, causing widespread devastation. Palestinian health officials report that at least 35 people, including women and children, have been killed, while hospitals struggle to accommodate the growing number of casualties.

March Madness bracket revealed for 2025 NCAA men's tournament: Auburn announced as No. 1 overall seed ahead of Duke

The NCAA men's tournament bracket was revealed on Sunday with Auburn announced as the No. 1 seed playing out of the South region.

Duke is the No. 1 seed in the East, Houston is the No. 1 seed in the Midwest and Florida is the No. 1 seed in the West after beating Tennessee in the SEC championship game. Tennessee, Michigan State, Alabama and St. John's earned No. 2 seeds.

North Carolina and Texas survived their wait on the bubble. Indiana did not.

Judge expands temporary block on Trump's plan to use the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans

A federal judge on Saturday temporarily blocked an effort by President Donald Trump to use the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport suspected members of a Venezuelan gang he has accused of “unlawfully infiltrating” the country. He also ordered any deportation flights carrying those subject to the presidential proclamation to return to the United States.

Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and issues new warning..

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump said he ordered a series of airstrikes on the Houthi-held areas in Yemen on Saturday, promising to use “overwhelming lethal force” until Iranian-backed Houthi rebels cease their attacks on shipping along a vital maritime corridor. The Houthis said 13 civilians were killed in the capital, Sanaa.

Brutal wind ravages Texas and Oklahoma, flipping big rigs, fueling wildfires and blowing dust

Injuries have been reported as powerful winds tore through the Southern Plains on Friday, sparking wildfires, dust storms and power outages. Some gusts have approached 100 mph.

‘The Electric State’ Review: 1990s Robot Apocalypse? As If!

In “The Electric State,” a young woman and a silent robot slowly make their way across the carcass of the United States, littered with beached war ships and drones.

In this alternative history, machines got on a fast track to sentience during the 20th century and waged war against humanity, which barely won.

By the alt-1990s, hyper-capitalism and virtual reality have destroyed communal and social bonds — people are so addicted to V.R., which they mainline via helmet-like neurocasters, that they can go into vegetative states, oblivious to the world around them.

The story is muted and evocative, and it leaves you with a powerful feeling of bereavement and grief for what we, as a species, have brought on ourselves.

National Pi Day: Get deals, freebies at Blaze Pizza, Cicis, Perkins, Marco's Pizza, more

March 14 is commonly referred to as Pi Day, a day that aims to celebrate the ratio of the circumference of a circle.

The number is known as 3.14 or π and can actually go on forever. The most accurate value for Pi, according to Guinness World Records, is more than 62 trillion digits (62,831,853,071,796 to be precise), calculated in August 2021 by the University of Applied Sciences in Switzerland.

In pictures: UK stargazers wake up to lunar eclipse

✔️ Rare view of the lunar eclipse in the USA!

Trump asks Supreme Court to allow him to end birthright citizenship

🛑 Trump's decision will change America! See details!

Trump threatens 200% tariff on European alcohol as trade war escalates