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Cuba “can’t fix” its economy, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, as President Donald Trump said his administration will be “doing something with Cuba very soon.” Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2026/03/18/cuba-economy-rubio-political/ Author : Karen DeYoung, Adam Taylor Publish date : 2026-03-18 13:40:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

The Save America Act’s effects are unpredictable, but changes in voting patterns could make more stringent requirements a problem for Republicans. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/03/18/save-america-act-trump-voting-republicans/ Author : Amy B Wang, Scott Clement, Lydia Sidhom Publish date : 2026-03-18 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

What are New York taxpayers getting for $81,705 a year per unsheltered homeless person? Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/03/17/homeless-costs-new-york-unsheltered-subway/ Author : Editorial Board Publish date : 2026-03-17 22:52:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

Get answers about how the Potomac River is being cleaned up after more than 200 million gallons of sewage spilled in it nearly two months ago. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/03/02/potomac-sewage-water-advisory/ Author : Jenny Gathright, Dana Hedgpeth Publish date : 2026-03-17 21:37:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

In April, Bethesda will introduce an update with immersive space travel, more decor and a new home on PlayStation 5. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2026/03/17/starfield-update-preview/ Author : Gene Park Publish date : 2026-03-17 20:28:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

This air fryer meal for two with chicken thighs, potatoes and Brussels sprouts is suitable for any occasion, including a casual weeknight or a small-scale holiday dinner. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/recipes/air-fryer-chicken-thighs-potatoes-brussels-sprouts/ Author : Aaron Hutcherson Publish date : 2026-03-17 22:06:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

A federal judge ruled that the administration’s dismantling of Voice of America was unlawful and ordered more than 1,000 employees back to work. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/03/17/voice-of-america-firings-illegal-judge-finds/ Author : Scott Nover Publish date : 2026-03-17 21:33:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

New Jersey’s statewide battle over growth, rooted in a once loosely enforced 1970s law against racial segregation, has turned “vicious” in Princeton. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/03/17/new-jersey-affordable-housing-princeton/ Author : Tim Craig Publish date : 2026-03-17 10:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.

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.