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US and Iran Exchange Strikes Around Strait of Hormuz
The US military carried out airstrikes on Iranian rocket launchers in the Strait of Hormuz on Aug. 30, while Iran launched missiles at US bases in Jordan and drones over UAE waters, according to the research packet.
Nearly half of routinely updated CDC surveillance databases paused in 2025, raising outbreak readiness concerns
Researchers report that many CDC health surveillance databases stopped or delayed updates in 2025, with gaps concentrated in vaccination and vaccine-preventable disease tracking—prompting warnings about weakened outbreak detection.
US politics focus: pressure grows after Minneapolis shooting as Democratic leaders target DHS chief
Democratic leaders escalated criticism of the administration’s immigration enforcement after the Minneapolis killing of Alex Pretti, warning of major political consequences if top officials are not removed.
What to know about Gaza’s Rafah crossing as Israel says it could reopen within days
Israel says Gaza’s Rafah crossing with Egypt may reopen soon under tight controls, potentially allowing limited medical evacuations and some travel, while goods remain barred for now.
New York Phoenix pro basketball team to move home games to Schenectady arena and join new league for 2026
The New York Phoenix announced a venue move to Schenectady’s M&T Bank Center for the 2026 season and a switch into a newly formed U.S. pro league, with a March 29 home opener planned.
Markets and business: S&P 500 tops 7,000 as investors watch Fed and earnings; Amazon job cuts and SpaceX IPO talk
Wall Street pushed to new highs on AI optimism and anticipation of Big Tech results and the Fed’s decision, while business headlines include reported Amazon layoffs and talk of a massive SpaceX IPO.
Big Tech earnings set to test AI rally as Microsoft and Meta report under heavy spending scrutiny
Microsoft and Meta kicked off a major earnings week with investors demanding proof that costly AI bets can sustain growth, as Big Tech’s collective spending on AI infrastructure is expected to surge again in 2026.
DHS tells Congress two federal officers fired in Minneapolis killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti
A DHS notification to Congress says two federal officers fired their weapons during the encounter that killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, based on a review that drew on body-camera video and agency records.
Mexico pauses oil shipments to Cuba as U.S. pressure and regional energy strains rise
Mexico’s president said an oil-shipment pause to Cuba was a “sovereign decision,” as Cuba faces deeper fuel shortages and mounting blackouts. The move comes amid broader efforts by the Trump administration to squeeze Cuba’s oil supply lines after Venezuela’s flows were disrupted.
India says it has contained a Nipah virus outbreak as some countries tighten screenings
India’s health ministry said it has contained a Nipah outbreak after identifying two cases since December and tracing nearly 200 contacts, all testing negative. The news prompted heightened monitoring and airport screening measures in parts of Asia.
Security tackles man accused of spraying liquid at Rep. Ilhan Omar during Minneapolis town hall
Rep. Ilhan Omar was targeted during a Minneapolis-area town hall when a man sprayed an unidentified liquid, prompting security to intervene. Omar was not reported injured as authorities looked into the incident.
Amazon to cut about 16,000 corporate jobs in another major layoff round
Amazon announced roughly 16,000 additional corporate job cuts, following a prior layoff round in October 2025. The company said the changes are aimed at reducing layers and bureaucracy while it continues to invest in strategic priorities, including AI.