1. Essential Facts for March 14: Federal Finances, Citizenship Rights, Aircraft Flameout, Commerce Clash, Tax Office Reductions
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1. Central US Storm
Watch out, folks! A storm rolling across the nation is expected to intensify as it traverses the central US, leading to severe weather conditions through the weekend.
2. Schumer's Concession
Democratic leader Chuck Schumer relented and promised to vote for the GOP's stopgap spending bill, inevitably confirming the laborious political reality for his party - there are no savory options to avert a government shutdown, with the deadline set for midnight tonight.
3. Birthright Citizenship Challenge
The Trump administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to allow its plans to abolish birthright citizenship to move forward. Despite the administration's efforts, several lower courts have already discarded this theory.
4. Plane Fire and Crashes
Oof, a plane fire at Denver International Airport caused over 170 passengers to evacuate and stand on the wing of the plane. It's been just a few weeks since a Delta Air Lines flight in Toronto crashed and caught fire.
5. Trade War Escalation
Stocks slipped Thursday as Trump threatened new tariffs on the European Union, which responded by imposing tariffs on billions of dollars worth of American goods.
Breakfast Browse
Wade's Cancer Diagnosis
NBA star Dwyane Wade opened up about his kidney cancer diagnosis and how he hopes his story will push others to prioritize their health.
Posey's Comeback
Comedic actress Parker Posey is racking up rave reviews for her role in the latest season of "The White Lotus".
Arson Investigation
A fire at the home of a Bayer executive is being investigated for arson.
Tourist and the Wombat
An American tourist fled Australia after officials threatened to cancel her visa following reports of her taking a baby wombat.
TIME's Places of 2025
TIME unveiled its list of the world's greatest places of 2025, featuring a range of spots.
Quiz Time
According to the Ocean Census, which percentage of aquatic life has been discovered so far?
A. 2%B. 10%C. 52%D. 85%
Today's Number
Britain's Financial Conduct Authority fined former Barclays boss Jes Staley $2.3 million this year due to misleadings with the watchdog.
Today's Weather
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Finally...
Check out these playful humpback whales off South Africa's coast
In the current political climate, Democratic leader Chuck Schumer has felt the pressure to make concessions, promising to vote for the GOP's stopgap spending bill to avoid a potential government shutdown. This decision serves as a reminder that both parties may need to compromise, using their leverage carefully to protect the fort of the US government. Meanwhile, the US stands at a crossroads regarding tax policy, as the Trump administration seeks to challenge birthright citizenship through the Supreme Court, potentially shifting the nation's taxation landscape.
