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world1 month ago•2 min saved

Israeli ministers join Gaza border march pushing to rebuild settlements

Israeli cabinet members and lawmakers joined a border march toward Gaza to demand the reconstruction of settlements evacuated in 2005 (Elei Sinai, Dugit, Nisanit), a move that defied a military zone order. Organizers claimed thousands attended, though some reports estimated only hundreds. Attendees included senior ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben-Gvir, highlighting a shift of settlement rhetoric into mainstream Israeli politics despite Netanyahu’s stance that Gaza will not be resettled.

via Al Jazeera|

#ben-gvir #gaza #march

weather5 months ago•85 min saved

March Heat Wave Breaks U.S. Records Coast to Coast

A historic March heat wave has shattered temperature records from California to the Eastern United States, with numerous cities posting all-time or monthly highs and more records anticipated as the week progresses.

via The Weather Channel|

#california #east-coast #heat-wave

science5 months ago•13 min saved

North Shore ties US March heat record, signaling unusual warmth

A California community on North Shore tied the United States’ all-time March temperature record, underscoring unusually warm conditions for the month.

via AP News|

#california #climate #march

business6 months ago•2 min saved

OPEC+ holds March oil output steady amid Iran tensions boosting prices

OPEC+ kept its March oil output unchanged after lifting quotas earlier, with Brent near six-month highs as Iran–U.S. tensions support prices; the group reiterated full compliance but gave no guidance beyond March, keeping options open for future policy depending on market conditions.

via Reuters|

#business #iran #march

local7 months ago•6 min saved

San Antonio’s MLK Day March Expands to Nation’s Largest Demonstration of Unity

San Antonio’s annual MLK Day march—started in 1968 with 10 participants—has grown into one of the country’s largest civil rights demonstrations, drawing hundreds of thousands along a three-mile East Side route. Backed by the city for decades, the event emphasizes diversity, unity, and nonviolent protest, with participation from schools, community groups, and various supporters, plus VIA buses helping move crowds to the starting points.

via Texas Public Radio | TPR|

#civil-rights #community #local

world11 months ago•3 min saved

Masses Gather to Honor and Remember Charlie Kirk in Memorial Events

Supporters gathered in Fort Worth to honor Charlie Kirk with a march and rally emphasizing faith, freedom, and unity, following his assassination. The event included peaceful protests, counter-protests, and police presence, with similar rallies held in Dallas and a large memorial scheduled in Arizona, highlighting Kirk's influence and the polarized reactions to his legacy.

via CBS News|

#charlie-kirk #free-speech #march

world11 months ago•1 min saved

Trump's Second UK State Visit Sparks Royal Expectations and Political Tensions

Despite Donald Trump's unpopularity in Britain, Trumpism is gaining traction, exemplified by a large rally in London led by far-right figures like Tommy Robinson, reflecting widespread grievances over issues like free speech, migration, and climate policies.

via The Economist|

#britain #donald-trump #far-right

world11 months ago•0 min saved

Massive Protests Erupt in D.C. Against Trump's Federal Troop Deployment

Thousands gathered in Washington D.C. at Meridian Hill Park to protest against what they perceive as a takeover of law enforcement by Trump, with activities including music, yoga, and police patrols present.

via The Washington Post|

#dc #demonstration #law-enforcement

economy2 years ago•0 min saved

"March Retail Sales Surge 0.7% Exceeding Expectations"

Retail sales surged by 0.7% in March, surpassing market expectations and indicating strong consumer spending, which is a key driver of economic growth.

via CNBC|

#consumer-spending #economic-growth #economy

finance2 years ago

"Inflation Update: March Data Shows Surprising Trends in PPI and PCE Gauges"

Despite concerns about inflation, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge, the PCE, may not be as bad as feared in March, providing some relief to the stock market which is looking to rebound after a significant slide.

via MarketWatch|

#fed #finance #march

economics2 years ago•0 min saved

"Tech-Led Rebound: US Producer Prices Rise 2.1% in March, Less Than Expected"

US producer prices rose 2.1% from a year ago, marking the most significant increase in 11 months, with the producer price index for final demand showing a 0.2% monthly increase in March, following a sharp advance in February. Certain categories contributing to the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge saw more muted increases.

via Bloomberg|

#economics #federal-reserve #inflation

human-rights2 years ago•5 min saved

"Defending the Amazon: Insights from Ecuadorian Indigenous Women"

Indigenous women from the Ecuadorian Amazon marched in Puyo on International Women's Day to demand equality, a dignified life, health, and the defense of their territories, while expressing their rejection of policies imposed by the country's president. The self-organized event brought together around 100 women from various Indigenous nationalities, who chanted slogans of resistance and highlighted the importance of defending ancestral territories and guaranteeing women's rights nationwide.

via NPR|

#amazon #ecuador #human-rights

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Record-Breaking March Snowfall Hits Colorado, Causing Hazardous Road Conditions"

The recent heavy snowfall in Denver was significant but not record-breaking, with similarities to a snowstorm in 2021 that set records for snow and liquid moisture. The 2021 storm brought 27.1 inches of snow to Denver and set a record for liquid moisture, with temperatures near freezing and strong wind gusts contributing to blizzard conditions. While March snowstorms in Denver vary in intensity, March is typically the snowiest month, with an average of 11.5 inches of snow.

via FOX 31 Denver|

#blizzard #denver #march

technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Google Pixel March Update: New Features and Fixes Roll Out"

The March Pixel Feature Drop has begun rolling out to US users, including those on AT&T, Google Fi, and T-Mobile, with a staggered release. The update brings new features such as Circle To Search, Ultra HDR photo sharing, updated Call Screening, Partial Screen recording, improvements to Fast Pair, and the March Android security patch.

via Android Authority|

#feature-drop #google-pixel #march

science2 years ago•4 min saved

"Optimal Viewing: March's Prime Northern Lights Display"

March is the best month to see the northern lights due to higher geomagnetic activity, caused by the alignment of Earth's magnetic field with the sun's during the vernal equinox. This year, the vernal equinox occurs on March 19, 2024. The heightened solar activity as we approach solar maximum makes the next few years the best for aurora hunting. Experts estimate a CME may trigger a minor G1-class geomagnetic storm late on March 2, sparking impressive aurora displays. March is also a great time to visit Arctic regions as the winter snow is at its deepest and the daylight hours are growing longer.

via Space.com|

#aurora-borealis #geomagnetic-storms #march