Government
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Historic Floyd County Courthouse Destroyed in Rome Fire
A massive fire has destroyed the historic Floyd County Courthouse in Rome, Georgia, leaving the community to assess the loss of a landmark currently undergoing renovations.
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Israel Restricts Ben Gurion Airport Operations Amid Missile Attacks
Transportation Minister Miri Regev announced new flight restrictions at Ben Gurion Airport, limiting operations to one arrival and one departure per hour, following weekend missile attacks.
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CRA Faces Major Overhaul: Budget Cuts and Drop Box Closures
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is undergoing a significant transformation in 2026, facing a $4.3 billion budget reduction and the permanent removal of physical document drop boxes.
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Wahiawa Dam at ‘Imminent Threat’ of Failure After Heavy Flooding
Oahu’s century-old Wahiawa Dam is under ‘imminent threat’ of failure as water levels exceed safety thresholds, forcing mass evacuations across the North Shore.
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Canada Revenue Agency Sees Tax Amnesty Surge After Rule Changes
The CRA’s updated Voluntary Disclosure Program has led to a 40% rise in applications, helping taxpayers report undisclosed income with reduced penalties.
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UK Passport Costs Hit £100 Milestone as Fees Rise in April
The UK Home Office has announced an 8% increase in passport fees, pushing standard adult online applications above £100 for the first time starting April 8, 2026.
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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.