Government
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Susie Wiles, Trump’s Chief of Staff, Diagnosed with Breast Cancer
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced her breast cancer diagnosis, stating it was detected early with a strong prognosis. She will continue her duties while undergoing treatment.
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Canada Invites 362 in Latest PNP Express Entry Draw
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada issued 362 invitations to apply in a Provincial Nominee Program draw on March 16, 2026, with a CRS cutoff of 742.
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Vizag Faces Infrastructure Shakeup After Industrial Crisis
Visakhapatnam grapples with the aftermath of a major industrial explosion as city officials accelerate infrastructure projects and urban transit planning.
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Calgary Weighs Enmax Asset Review to Fund Water Infrastructure
Mayor Jeromy Farkas has proposed transferring city water management to Enmax while questioning the future of the utility’s U.S.-based Versant Power subsidiary.
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Japan Approves First National Intelligence Agency
Japan’s Cabinet has approved the establishment of a “National Intelligence Agency,” a move signaling a significant shift in the nation’s security posture.
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DOJ Appeals Judge’s Block on Fed Subpoenas in Powell Probe
The U.S. Department of Justice is appealing a judge’s decision to block subpoenas related to the criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. This move intensifies scrutiny on Powell’s testimony and the Fed’s independence.
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Nebraska Wildfires: Federal Aid Requested After Fatal Morrill Blaze
Nebraska officials have declared a state of emergency as wildfires scorch 600,000 acres; federal aid is being sought following a confirmed fatality in the Morrill Fire.
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South Korea Raids Transport Ministry Over Jeju Air Crash Discrepancies
South Korean police have raided the transport ministry as public outrage intensifies over the discovery of victims’ remains among rubble from the 2024 Jeju Air disaster.
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Bolt Issues Affiliation Letters as SA E-Hailing Deadline Hits
Bolt has begun issuing official affiliation letters to South African drivers, a critical step for operators scrambling to meet the March 12 regulatory compliance deadline.
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Armenian Government Plans 4.6 Billion Dram Bonuses for State
Armenian government will allocate 4.6 billion drams in bonuses to state bodies for the second half of 2025, outlining performance-linked incentives.
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Public Council Under Internal Affairs Minister Holds First Meeting
The Public Council under the Armenian Minister of Internal Affairs held its inaugural session to discuss the 2025 strategic progress plan and governance.
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PM Modi to Release 22nd PM-Kisan Installment on March 13
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to release the 22nd installment of the PM-Kisan scheme, providing Rs 19,000 crore to over 9 million farmers ahead of the kharif season.
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South Africa Launches New Bank-Based Smart ID System
South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has launched a fully digital Smart ID application service at participating bank branches, eliminating the need for manual, in-person government office visits.
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Surrey Council Weighs $12.8M Infrastructure Expansion
Surrey City Council is set to vote on a $12.8 million package of public works contracts aimed at addressing rapid urban growth through critical road, sewer, and recreational upgrades.
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Mothers of Missing Soldiers Protest Outside Government Building
Mothers of missing soldiers protested outside a government building, pressing officials for answers as frustration over unresolved disappearances grows.