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As President Donald Trump threatens to “take” Cuba, China is flexing its dominance in renewable energy by supplying solar panels as Havana confronts an energy crisis. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/02/28/china-cuba-solar-trump-oil-blockade/ Author : Rebecca Tan, Rudy Lu Publish date : 2026-03-17 15:38:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Save America Act does not have the support of the 60 senators needed to overcome a filibuster — but Republicans are set to debate it at length under pressure from President Donald Trump. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/17/trump-voting-bill-senate-talking-filibuster/ Author : Theodoric Meyer Publish date : 2026-03-17 14:51:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Washington’s unquestioned leadership of the West’s postwar alliance system is dissolving. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/03/17/uk-special-relationship-europe-ukraine/ Author : Ben Judah Publish date : 2026-03-17 11:15:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Meteorologists did their job but the alarm got carried away, highlighting the need for better communication of uncertainty. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/03/17/storm-forecast-tornado-review-dc/ Author : Jason Samenow, Jeffrey Halverson, Dan Stillman, Ian Livingston Publish date : 2026-03-17 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The president’s handpicked board voted unanimously to shut down the renowned arts center for renovations that could cost around $200 million Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2026/03/16/kennedy-center-closing-trump/ Author : Janay Kingsberry, Travis Andrews Publish date : 2026-03-16 20:12:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Sister-in-law planned to serve a traditionally Irish meal – until she heard relatives were bringing pizza. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/advice/2026/03/17/miss-manners-pizza-over-tradition/ Author : Judith Martin, Nicholas Martin, Jacobina Martin Publish date : 2026-03-17 04:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The president endorsed FCC chair Brendan Carr’s warning to broadcasters to correct course or lose their licenses, amid sparring over Iran war coverage. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/03/14/trump-carr-fcc-media-iran-war/ Author : Scott Nover Publish date : 2026-03-16 01:19:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Amid the U.S. oil blockade, Cuba’s national energy grid collapses, causing a nationwide blackout. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/03/16/cuba-blackout-energy-grid-collapse/ Author : Samantha Schmidt, Anthony Faiola Publish date : 2026-03-16 23:24:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

A decision by the Supreme Court could affect other challenges to the government’s efforts to end temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of migrants. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/16/supreme-court-tps-syria-haiti/ Author : Julian Mark Publish date : 2026-03-16 21:37:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Every Thursday, this newsletter will unpack the stories and moments we can’t stop thinking about. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/03/16/will-leitch-fanfare-newsletter/ Author : Will Leitch Publish date : 2026-03-16 14:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Tornado watch until 7 p.m. The most intense storms, between 3 and 6 p.m., could produce wind gusts of 60 to 80 mph and/or tornadoes. Sharply colder Tuesday. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/03/16/dc-weather-live-updates-severe-storms-tornadoes/ Author : Jason Samenow Publish date : 2026-03-16 16:17:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

“One Battle After Another” won best picture, among six Academy Awards. Michael B. Jordan took best actor for “Sinners,” while Jessie Buckley won best actress for “Hamnet.” Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/2026/03/16/oscar-winners-2026-list/ Author : Washington Post staff Publish date : 2026-03-16 13:09:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

White Castle and Cheesecake Factory vending machines at Boston Logan International Airport offer a limited selection of disappointing food – and human erasure. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2026/03/16/white-castle-vending-machine-restaurant-industry/ Author : Tim Carman Publish date : 2026-03-16 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The rule bars immigrants who are asylum seekers, refugees or DACA recipients from obtaining commercial driver’s licenses. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/03/16/trump-immigrants-trucks/ Author : Lauren Kaori Gurley Publish date : 2026-03-16 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Lawyers’ pleas for extensions reveal post-DOGE staffing woes at federal agencies’ Freedom of Information Act offices. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/2026/03/15/foia-trump-job-cuts-doge/ Author : Nate Jones Publish date : 2026-03-14 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Little is known about the status or whereabouts of the Salvadorans deported by President Donald Trump to CECOT, an infamous megaprison. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/03/15/trump-el-salvador-cecot-deportations/ Author : Samantha Schmidt, Karen DeYoung, David Nakamura Publish date : 2026-03-15 14:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The head of a federal arts commission is proposing the more ornate Corinthian style for the nearly 200-year-old columns at the building’s front entrance. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/15/white-house-columns-ionic-corinthian/ Author : Dan Diamond, Aaron Steckelberg Publish date : 2026-03-15 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

This week’s news in readers’ eyes. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/03/15/policing-crisis-autism-ai-maryland-bus/ Author : Letters to the Editor Publish date : 2026-03-15 19:17:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Multiple severe storm threats arrive tomorrow midafternoon into evening from a powerful cold front. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2026/03/15/dc-weather-live-updates-sunday-monday-storms/ Author : Molly Robey, Dan Stillman, A. Camden Walker Publish date : 2026-03-15 20:17:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Chopped liver is a rustic version of liver pâté, lightened and flavored with onion and egg. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/recipes/my-grandmothers-chopped-liver/ Author : Publish date : 2026-03-15 17:06:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Tehran warns of strikes on banks after hitting data centers, hotels, airports and seaports, threatening the global finance hub of its more prosperous neighbors. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/03/15/iran-economic-war-global/ Author : David J. Lynch Publish date : 2026-03-15 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Over 34 years in prison, Shawn Tanner maintained he was not guilty of murder. A legal battle over whether the dead can clear their names will grant his final wish. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/03/16/dna-testing-dead-convicted-murder/ Author : Joanna Slater Publish date : 2026-03-15 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Senior Vatican officials have spoken out sharply against the war in the Middle East, but Pope Leo XIV made a tempered call for peace that did not assess blame. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/03/15/pope-leo-trump-war-iran/ Author : Anthony Faiola, Michelle Boorstein Publish date : 2026-03-15 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Pentagon identified the six service members who were killed when a U.S. refueling aircraft crashed in Iraq while supporting operations in Iran. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/03/14/trump-urges-world-help-open-strait-hormuz-us-embassy-baghdad-hit/ Author : Maegan Vazquez, Mustafa Salim Publish date : 2026-03-15 02:22:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

If politicians won’t fix bloated pensions amid credit downgrades, the bond market will force their hand. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/03/14/chicago-pensions-bonds-downgrade-default-elections/ Author : Editorial Board Publish date : 2026-03-14 23:37:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.