European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius told Euronews that while he agrees with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's assessment that the EU relies on the US for nuclear defense, the EU must strive for independence in conventional defense, especially given the potential for a reduced US military presence in Europe. These statements highlight a divergence in perspectives on European defense capabilities and the ongoing reliance on the United States for security.

European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius told Euronews that while he agrees with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte's assessment that the EU relies on the US for nuclear defense, the EU must strive for independence in conventional defense, especially given the potential for a reduced US military presence in Europe. These statements highlight a divergence in perspectives on European defense capabilities and the ongoing reliance on the United States for security.

Multiple news sources report that the Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady at 3.6% after three cuts last year, citing a stable job market and solid economic growth, although two officials dissented, favoring a rate cut. Despite expectations for future rate reductions this year, the Fed is waiting for further evidence that inflation is moving closer to its 2% target, a decision likely to draw criticism from President Trump, who has been pressuring for sharper rate cuts.

Multiple news sources report that the Federal Reserve held its key interest rate steady at 3.6% after three cuts last year, citing a stable job market and solid economic growth, although two officials dissented, favoring a rate cut. Despite expectations for future rate reductions this year, the Fed is waiting for further evidence that inflation is moving closer to its 2% target, a decision likely to draw criticism from President Trump, who has been pressuring for sharper rate cuts.

Multiple news sources confirm that Tyson Fury, 37, is ending his brief retirement and will return to boxing in the UK on April 11 against Arslanbek Makhmudov, with plans for three fights this year after training in Thailand. This comeback follows Fury's previous retirement after defeats to Oleksandr Usyk and occurs as a potential all-British fight with Anthony Joshua is complicated by Joshua's recent car accident and its impact on his training.

Multiple news sources confirm that Tyson Fury, 37, is ending his brief retirement and will return to boxing in the UK on April 11 against Arslanbek Makhmudov, with plans for three fights this year after training in Thailand. This comeback follows Fury's previous retirement after defeats to Oleksandr Usyk and occurs as a potential all-British fight with Anthony Joshua is complicated by Joshua's recent car accident and its impact on his training.

Multiple news sources report that authorities in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia have implemented precautions like temperature screenings at airports following the detection of two Nipah virus cases in India in late December. The zoonotic virus, carried by fruit bats and other animals, can cause a range of illnesses from asymptomatic infection to deadly encephalitis, prompting the UKHSA to release information for travelers despite no reported cases in the UK.

Multiple news sources report that authorities in Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia have implemented precautions like temperature screenings at airports following the detection of two Nipah virus cases in India in late December. The zoonotic virus, carried by fruit bats and other animals, can cause a range of illnesses from asymptomatic infection to deadly encephalitis, prompting the UKHSA to release information for travelers despite no reported cases in the UK.

Multiple news sources report that Venezuela's military and police have pledged allegiance to interim President Delcy Rodriguez after former President Nicolas Maduro's abduction by the U.S. military in a deadly operation. Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino and Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello declared their support for Rodriguez, emphasizing the importance of defending her rule for the continuity of the government.

Multiple news sources report that Venezuela's military and police have pledged allegiance to interim President Delcy Rodriguez after former President Nicolas Maduro's abduction by the U.S. military in a deadly operation. Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino and Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello declared their support for Rodriguez, emphasizing the importance of defending her rule for the continuity of the government.

Multiple news sources report that Keir Starmer met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, marking the first visit by a British Prime Minister to China since 2018, with both leaders expressing a desire for a more stable and sophisticated relationship amidst existing complexities. Starmer aims to bring clarity to the UK's approach to China, recognizing its significance in the global economy and future technologies.

Multiple news sources report that Keir Starmer met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, marking the first visit by a British Prime Minister to China since 2018, with both leaders expressing a desire for a more stable and sophisticated relationship amidst existing complexities. Starmer aims to bring clarity to the UK's approach to China, recognizing its significance in the global economy and future technologies.

Multiple news sources report on two separate incidents involving young children and immigration enforcement: Congressman Joaquin Castro visited five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, detained in Texas after being apprehended on his way home from preschool in Minneapolis, while another report details the deportation of five-year-old Génesis Ester Gutiérrez Castellanos, a US citizen, to Honduras along with her mother. The incidents have sparked outrage, with school officials condemning ICE's tactics in Liam's case and highlighting the impact of immigration policies on children and families.

Multiple news sources report on two separate incidents involving young children and immigration enforcement: Congressman Joaquin Castro visited five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos, detained in Texas after being apprehended on his way home from preschool in Minneapolis, while another report details the deportation of five-year-old Génesis Ester Gutiérrez Castellanos, a US citizen, to Honduras along with her mother. The incidents have sparked outrage, with school officials condemning ICE's tactics in Liam's case and highlighting the impact of immigration policies on children and families.

Multiple news sources report that Tesla's annual revenue decreased for the first time, with a significant drop in profits, as the company shifts its focus to AI and robotics, discontinuing Model S and Model X production to manufacture humanoid robots and investing heavily in Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, despite some shareholder opposition. This strategic shift comes amid increased capital expenditure and controversial political involvement by Musk, although Tesla shares saw a slight increase in extended trading.

Multiple news sources report that Tesla's annual revenue decreased for the first time, with a significant drop in profits, as the company shifts its focus to AI and robotics, discontinuing Model S and Model X production to manufacture humanoid robots and investing heavily in Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, despite some shareholder opposition. This strategic shift comes amid increased capital expenditure and controversial political involvement by Musk, although Tesla shares saw a slight increase in extended trading.

Multiple news sources indicate that while internet access is gradually being restored in Iran after a near three-week shutdown, it remains heavily controlled and inconsistent, suggesting a potential government-approved access system and ongoing censorship efforts following protests. This limited access is hindering the flow of information regarding the government's crackdown on protesters, according to human rights organizations.

Multiple news sources indicate that while internet access is gradually being restored in Iran after a near three-week shutdown, it remains heavily controlled and inconsistent, suggesting a potential government-approved access system and ongoing censorship efforts following protests. This limited access is hindering the flow of information regarding the government's crackdown on protesters, according to human rights organizations.

Multiple news sources confirm that a Satena passenger plane, a Beechcraft 1900, crashed in a mountainous region of North Santander, Colombia, killing all 15 people on board, including lawmaker Diógenes Quintero Amaya and congressional candidate Carlos Salcedo. Flight NSE 8849 lost contact shortly before its scheduled landing, prompting a search operation aided by Colombia's armed forces, with President Petro expressing condolences and authorities investigating the cause of the crash in an area with guerrilla presence.

Multiple news sources confirm that a Satena passenger plane, a Beechcraft 1900, crashed in a mountainous region of North Santander, Colombia, killing all 15 people on board, including lawmaker Diógenes Quintero Amaya and congressional candidate Carlos Salcedo. Flight NSE 8849 lost contact shortly before its scheduled landing, prompting a search operation aided by Colombia's armed forces, with President Petro expressing condolences and authorities investigating the cause of the crash in an area with guerrilla presence.

Multiple news sources report that a chief federal judge in Minnesota, Patrick J. Schiltz, strongly criticized ICE for violating nearly 100 court orders related to immigration cases since January, accusing the agency of disregarding judicial directives. While temporarily rescinding a summons for ICE's acting director to explain these violations, Judge Schiltz cautioned that he may reinstate it if ICE continues to disregard court orders, emphasizing that the agency is not above the law.

Multiple news sources report that a chief federal judge in Minnesota, Patrick J. Schiltz, strongly criticized ICE for violating nearly 100 court orders related to immigration cases since January, accusing the agency of disregarding judicial directives. While temporarily rescinding a summons for ICE's acting director to explain these violations, Judge Schiltz cautioned that he may reinstate it if ICE continues to disregard court orders, emphasizing that the agency is not above the law.

Multiple news sources report that the Pittsburgh Steelers have hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach, replacing Mike Tomlin, and are awaiting Aaron Rodgers' decision on whether he will return to the team next season. While a potential Rodgers-McCarthy reunion has been discussed, Steelers owner Art Rooney II stated that it wasn't a major factor in hiring McCarthy, and Rodgers' decision is expected within the next month.

Multiple news sources report that the Pittsburgh Steelers have hired Mike McCarthy as their new head coach, replacing Mike Tomlin, and are awaiting Aaron Rodgers' decision on whether he will return to the team next season. While a potential Rodgers-McCarthy reunion has been discussed, Steelers owner Art Rooney II stated that it wasn't a major factor in hiring McCarthy, and Rodgers' decision is expected within the next month.