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Who was Francis Scott Key, whose namesake bridge fell? His poem became 'The Star-Spangled Banner'
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Who was Francis Scott Key, controversial poet the bridge is named after?: Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge is named for a lawyer whose poem became the U.S ...
washingtonpost.com/history/2024/03/27/francis-scott-key-history-profile/
Oregon nature camp founded for girls has been added to National Register of Historic Places
oregonlive.com/living/2024/03/oregon-nature-camp-founded-for-girls-has-been-added-to-national-register-of-historic-places.html
More Than 100 Iconic Cherry Trees in Washington Are Being Cut Down. Here’s Why: This year's cherry blossom festivities in D.C. will be the last for more than 100 ...
time.com/6959577/cherry-blossom-trees-washington-stumpy-cut-down/
Oath Keepers' son emerges from traumatic childhood to tell story: The eldest son of one of America's most infamous seditionists is building a new life since ...
apnews.com/article/oath-keepers-stewart-rhodes-dakota-adams-montana-e0b46f25dfe319afe29617fd7325eb10
California tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoods
oregonlive.com/native-american-news/2024/03/california-tribe-that-lost-90-of-land-during-gold-rush-to-get-site-to-serve-as-gateway-to-redwoods.html
Start of Spring 2024 comes with frigid Equinox temperatures, but vibrant cherry blossoms
usatoday.com/story/news/weather/2024/03/18/spring-equinox-first-day-of-spring-cherry-blossoms-deep-freeze/73016314007/
Cherry blossom super fan never misses peak bloom in Washington, DC: Washington, D.C., is known for its cherry blossoms and many travel there to see the blooms ...
usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/03/18/washington-dc-cherry-blossom-festival-super-fan/72932181007/
Why Petrified Forest National Park deserves to be a destination, not just a detour
usatoday.com/story/travel/experience/national-parks/2024/03/23/petrified-forest-national-park-visit-guide/73065216007/
California tribe that lost 90% of land during Gold Rush to get site to serve as gateway to redwoods
apnews.com/article/california-redwood-tribes-agreement-8bd1b41d9bdc716c5c3ab62010a4469c
Rancher faces prison for trying to breed absolute unit of a sheep: Ewe-nique endeavor aimed to create Jurassic Baaa-rk experience for hunters
theregister.com/2024/03/14/rancher_hybrid_sheep/
Quick Glance: Montana Rancher Breeds Illegal 'Giant' Sheep Hybrids
- Arthur 'Jack' Schubarth, 80, of Montana was convicted of wildlife trafficking and conspiracy to traffic wildlife.
- Schubarth and five others aimed to create 'giant sheep hybrids' using tissue and testicles from wild sheep in Asia and the U.S.
- Cross-breeding different species, they sought high prices by selling trophy animals in hunting preserves in Texas.
- Accused of breeding hybrids and performing illegal interventions on protected species.
Cherry blossoms from D.C. to Japan are hitting earlier peaks due to climate change, data shows
axios.com/2024/03/18/cherry-blossoms-dc-japan-climate-change-peak-bloom
Washington’s Cherry Blossoms Reach Near-Record Early Bloom: A warm winter ushered the blossoms through the bloom cycle faster than usual, a spokesman for the ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/18/us/washington-dc-cherry-blossoms-peak-bloom.html
Montana GOP Senate candidate wants to ax Department of Homeland Security: Dismantling DHS would be a major turn away from the post-9/11 reorganization of the ...
axios.com/2024/03/25/montana-gop-senate-candidate-wants-to-ax-the-department-of-homeland-security
U.S. Park Service says to leave your cash at home, but some object: Complaints have been mounting on social media, and now a group has filed a lawsuit ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/21/us/cashless-national-parks-lawsuit.html
A man was killed in a brutal mountain lion attack in California – how rare are they?
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/moutain-lion-attack-california-rare-b2519152.html
The entrance to California’s greatest redwood park will soon change: Under a new arrangement, a 125-acre site at the entrance to Redwood National Park in ...
sfchronicle.com/outdoors/article/redwood-park-orick-yurok-19019465.php
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Pedal coast-to-coast without using a road? New program helps connect trails across the US
apnews.com/article/great-american-rail-trail-connecting-biking-hiking-aede7122a345fd32ae6567769b5951a0
Beloved Japanese cherry blossom tree ‘Stumpy’ makes its last bloom in Washington, D.C.
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/japanese-cherry-blossom-tree-stumpy-washington-dc-removed-rcna144539
America’s Most Popular Federal Agency Is Weirdly Hated in Washington: The strange saga of the National Park Service and D.C.’s local parks.
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/03/22/national-parks-service-dc-neighborhood-parks-00148387
Wild horses facing removal in a North Dakota national park just got another strong ally: Congress
apnews.com/article/north-dakota-wild-horses-roosevelt-national-park-c8d63b100f9137d51c5995c984636f77
Some of Washington’s Iconic Cherry Trees Are About to Disappear: The National Park Service plans to chop down 140 of the trees as it builds a new sea wall to ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/13/us/politics/washington-dc-cherry-trees.html
Court Upholds Undated Ballots Law in PA; MT Supreme Court Strikes Down GOP Voter Suppression Laws
democracynow.org/2024/3/28/headlines/court_upholds_undated_ballots_law_in_pa_mt_supreme_court_strikes_down_gop_voter_suppression_laws
The Washington Monument closed because of high winds, the National Mall National Park Service (NPS) announced on social media ... Show more
You can see the total solar eclipse from national parks, but their skies offer much more
usatoday.com/story/travel/experience/national-parks/2024/03/11/national-parks-solar-eclipse-dark-sky-astronomy/72786580007/
How climate change is affecting DC's iconic cherry blossoms: Rising sea levels and warming temperatures are impacting the blossoms.
abcnews.go.com/US/climate-change-affecting-dcs-iconic-cherry-blossoms/story
Photos: DC cherry blossoms reach peak bloom at earliest date of last 21 years: According to the National Park Service, the cherry trees in the Tidal Basin in ...
richmond.com/news/state-regional/photos-dc-cherry-blossoms-reach-peak-bloom-at-earliest-date-of-last-21-years/collection_162c2436-e61e-11ee-8a74-27e08b522c80.html
Stumpy the cherry blossom on chopping block as DC to remove trees: More than 100 cherry blossom trees getting the axe over the summer when crews begin work to ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/22/stumpy-cherry-blossom-tree-dc
Beloved Japanese cherry blossom tree ‘Stumpy’ makes its last bloom in Washington, D.C.
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/japanese-cherry-blossom-tree-stumpy-washington-dc-removed-rcna144539
The Historic Town of Natchez Has New Stories to Tell: This Mississippi River port town may not be on your must-travel list. But it should be—for the good food ...
wsj.com/story/the-historic-town-of-natchez-has-new-stories-to-tell-65fb4acc
Bank of England Holds Rates as Switzerland Is First Rich Economy to Cut: The Bank of England held its key rate steady at a 16-year high hours after Switzerland ...
wsj.com/economy/central-banking/swiss-national-bank-unexpectedly-cuts-rates-in-first-for-advanced-economy-4599528b
Quick Glance: Swiss National Bank Surprises with Rate Cut
- The Swiss National Bank cut its main interest rate by 25 basis points to 1.50%, becoming the first major central bank to ease tighter monetary policy aimed at tackling inflation.
- The franc dropped following the decision, boosting the euro to its highest level against the Swiss currency since mid-July last year, with Swiss government bond yields also falling.
- Experts like Karsten Junius and Alexander Koch highlighted the significance of the rate cut due to low inflation rates and the strong franc, with expectations for more rate cuts.
- The decision was widely perceived as a surprise, leading to speculation about further rate cuts in June and September, as inflation forecasts were substantially revised downwards.
The Best Thing the US Can Do for Haiti Is Get Out of Its Way: Haiti has a chance at returning to a more stable, democratic path, but only if the Biden ...
responsiblestatecraft.org/haiti-henry/
Quick Glance: Understanding Haiti’s Armed Gangs: Origins and Demands
- Armed groups have long rocked daily life and politics in Haiti.
- The rivalry between the two major gang coalitions - G9 and GPep - dominates Port-au-Prince.
- The origins of the gangs are closely associated with political parties and elites in Haiti.
- The armed groups have become autonomous entities and seek political power.
Cherry blossoms could hit peak bloom in next week as temperatures soar: The blossoms have reached Stage 4 out of 6 or “peduncle elongation.” Peak bloom date ...
washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/03/12/cherry-blossoms-dc-peduncle-elongation-peak-bloom/
7 key retirement planning strategies to consider at every age: Retirement planning is a lifelong endeavour that requires careful planning, disciplined saving ...
financialexpress.com/money/7-key-retirement-planning-strategies-to-consider-at-every-age-3436168/
U.S. Park Service says to leave your cash at home, but some object: Complaints have been mounting on social media, and now a group has filed a lawsuit ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/21/us/cashless-national-parks-lawsuit.html
US House overwhelmingly passes TikTok ban bill: The legislation threatens to be a major setback for the video-sharing app, which has surged in popularity across ...
newvision.co.ug/articledetails/NV_183450
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban: Economic and Social Implications for Creators
- Creators in the U.S. express concern over a potential ban of TikTok, highlighting the impact it could have on their livelihoods.
- The app, a vital income source for many, has also served as a platform for dialogue and community building.
- Some view TikTok as an opportunity for marginalized groups, while others fear the dangerous precedent a ban could set.
- TikTok's influence extends beyond financial aspects, with significant social implications that many consider essential and invaluable.
Undercooked mushrooms tied to outbreak that left two diners dead and dozens ill: The CDC said that further research needs go into morel mushrooms and the impact ...
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/undercooked-mushrooms-outbreak-montana-restaurant-b2515158.html
Carlee Russell pleads guilty in I-459 abduction hoax, avoids jail: ‘I made a grave mistake’
al.com/news/2024/03/carlee-russell-faces-appeal-hearing-today-abduction-hoax-led-to-1-year-jail-sentence.html
Quick Glance: Carlee Russell Fined $17,000 for Staging Kidnapping
- New York Attorney General Letitia James has placed a "blanket lien" on Donald Trump's expansive estate north of New York City.
- Preparations for seizing his property began after Trump and some of his top executives lost a three-month trial for bank fraud.
- The AG has effectively placed a lien on all properties owned by Trump, his sons, and some of their companies.
- The Seven Springs property was a focal point in the bank fraud case against Trump, who tried to develop it for years but ultimately donated a significant portion for conservation.
‘Mountain lion’ seen on home video proves to be something else, California cops say
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article287171715.html
PHOTOS: Cherry blossoms bloom in Washington, DC: People flock to Washington, DC to see the cherry blossoms bloom as spring arrives in March 2024 ...
nydailynews.com/2024/03/18/cherry-blossoms-washington-dc-peak-bloom/
‘Sign My Name to Freedom’ celebrates the unheard songs of Betty Soskin: Betty Soskin, the nation’s oldest park ranger, has lived a storied life ...
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/betty-soskin-sign-my-name-to-freedom-18763613.php
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The fight against UK inflation is being won – but when will interest rates be cut?
theguardian.com/business/2024/mar/20/uk-inflation-interest-rates-cut-bank-of-england
Quick Glance: UK Inflation Rate Drops to 3.4% - Lowest Level in Almost Two and a Half Years - BBC News
- The UK inflation rate fell to 3.4% for the year to February - the lowest level in almost two and a half years.
- Economists predict that inflation is likely to hit the Bank of England's target of 2% this summer.
- Cost of living is increasing while wage growth is outpacing inflation.
- Housing costs are rising faster, putting pressure on renters and homeowners.
TikTok of alligator goes viral after it dines at East Texas beach: At Sea Rim State Park near Port Arthur, a gator munched on what looks like a turtle ...
expressnews.com/news/texas/article/gator-ham-fishing-sea-rim-park-texas-beach-video-19369431.php
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Phone spam Nazi fined almost $10 million: Displaying false phone numbers may be illegal in the United States. This is costly for a neo-Nazi who harassed ...
heise.de/news/Telefonspam-Nazi-musst-fast-10-Millionen-Dollar-Strafe-zahlen-9667972.html
Shotgun-wielding man patrolled sidewalk near elementary school, scaring kids, feds say
sacbee.com/news/nation-world/national/article287095180.html
Odd-looking ‘blue beach buddies’ flood California beach. What are the ‘magical’ blobs?
charlotteobserver.com/news/nation-world/national/article287110520.html
Lok Sabha elections: Workers of allies BJP and JD(S) clash at coordination meeting in Karnataka’s Tumakuru
indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/bjp-and-jds-workers-clash-at-coordination-meeting-karnatakas-tumakuru-9234264/
Looking to start spring with cherry blossoms? Here's where to see blooms around Ohio
cincinnati.com/story/news/2024/03/21/ohio-cherry-blossoms-peak-bloom/73054551007/
Bank of England Pivot Puts June in Focus for BOE Interest-Rate Cut: The Bank of England has laid the groundwork for a shift to rate cuts after one of the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-21/bank-of-england-s-quick-pivot-puts-june-in-focus-for-rate-cut
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Man pleads guilty in eagle ‘killing spree’ on reservation to sell feathers on black market
columbian.com/news/2024/mar/20/man-pleads-guilty-in-eagle-killing-spree-on-reservation-to-sell-feathers-on-black-market/
MontanaBlack's new 802 HP slingshot: Gray, deep and over 800 hp strong: Youtuber MontanaBlack has dug deep into his pockets and treated himself to a new load ...
autozeitung.de/montanablacks-auto-video-205760.html
AMD claims its many cores on Threadripper PRO makes virtual Alcatraz Island a reality
neowin.net/news/amd-claims-its-many-cores-on-threadripper-pro-makes-virtual-alcatraz-island-a-reality/
Arches, Canyonlands announce new superintendent: The National Park Service has selected Lena Pace as superintendent of Arches and Canyonlands national parks ...
sltrib.com/news/2024/03/23/arches-canyonlands-announces-new/
Amerindian communities continue to benefit from millions of carbon credit funds - Guyana Chronicle
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/23/amerindian-communities-continue-to-benefit-from-millions-of-carbon-credit-funds/
How to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park even in the snow: If you love snow, winter is an ideal time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park ...
denverpost.com/2024/03/20/rocky-mountain-national-park-winter-activities-guide/
Students, Historians Miffed As Administration Cuts Poplar Trees In Kashmir's Second Oldest College
thewire.in/environment/students-historians-miffed-as-administration-cuts-poplar-trees-in-kashmirs-second-oldest-college
5 gorgeous national parks within driving distance of Oklahoma City: These national parks are great for a weekend road trip out of Oklahoma.
oklahoman.com/story/entertainment/2024/03/22/national-parks-within-driving-distance-of-oklahoma-city/72946778007/
Divers find 18th-century British warship off Florida coast: A British warship that sunk three centuries ago has been identified off the Florida coast.
metro.co.uk/2024/03/20/divers-find-18th-century-british-warship-off-florida-coast-20500129/
Switzerland’s Finma Needs Power to Cut Bank Bonuses, Ex-CEO Urban Angehrn Says
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-03-19/switzerland-s-finma-needs-power-to-cut-bank-bonuses-ex-ceo-urban-angehrn-says
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Zebra mussel invasion creeps south, hits major Texas lake: Zebra mussels, which settle on hard surfaces and damage ecosystems, have established a population in ...
expressnews.com/news/article/zebra-mussels-lake-amistad-rio-grande-19321371.php
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More Koreans opt to receive pension early : More Koreans are applying to receive their state-run pensions before reaching the official age of eligibility.
koreatimes.co.kr/www/biz/2024/03/126_371049.html
How to enjoy Rocky Mountain National Park even in the snow: If you love snow, winter is an ideal time to visit Rocky Mountain National Park ...
denverpost.com/2024/03/20/rocky-mountain-national-park-winter-activities-guide/
“It is not politicized or politically correct”: Living history at Bent’s Old Fort phased out
denverpost.com/2024/03/17/bents-fort-living-history-national-park-service/
Apostle Islands, other Lake Superior national parks aggressively seek net zero carbon emissions
jsonline.com/story/news/local/wisconsin/2024/03/19/lake-superior-national-parks-act-on-climate-change-reduce-emissions/72942471007/
Yellowstone on snowmobiles – and why Ski-doo is the only one allowed: Ski-doo is known for its snowmobiles. Yellowstone National Park is known for its geysers ...
newatlas.com/automotive/yellowstone-on-snowmobiles-ski-doo/
Lucerne Cantonal Council approves sale of Montana altitude clinic: The Montana high-altitude clinic will change hands in 2025 for 12.5 million francs - despite ...
luzernerzeitung.ch/zentralschweiz/kanton-luzern/spitalpolitik-luzerner-kantonsrat-segnet-verkauf-der-hoehenklinik-montana-ab-ld.2595504
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Govt nod for 17% wage hike for Life Insurance Corporation employees: The revision includes an increase in the National Pension System (NPS) contribution to 14 ...
business-standard.com/companies/news/govt-nod-for-17-wage-hike-for-life-insurance-corporation-employees-124031501047_1.html
Long lock-in, but safe investment: What NPS can do for your financial goals: NPS is an excellent product for retirement planning, provided you stay put till ...
business-standard.com/finance/personal-finance/long-lock-in-but-safe-investment-what-nps-can-do-for-your-financial-goals-124031401245_1.html
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Lake Powell recreation managers report record visitation, but some say the numbers don’t add up
sltrib.com/news/environment/2024/03/11/lake-powell-recreation-managers/
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Romania’s top politicians in hot water after country wins gold mining arbitration case
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/romanias-top-politicians-in-hot-water-after-country-wins-gold-mining-arbitration-case/
Protected deer found at lower altitudes, report says: Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan
taipeitimes.com/News/taiwan/archives/2024/03/12/2003814811
Over $20M in projects commissioned at St Ignatius - Guyana Chronicle: ST Ignatius village in Region Nine is currently experiencing significant development ...
guyanachronicle.com/2024/03/11/over-20m-in-projects-commissioned-at-st-ignatius/
Far-right Montana congressman says he’s quitting politics after ‘death threat’: Matt Rosendale says his failed Senate run fueled ‘false and defamatory rumors’ ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/09/matt-rosendale-montana-congressman-quits-politics
Strong Winds Moved a Lake in Death Valley Two Miles: Powerful winds last week pushed Lake Manly, a temporary body of water, two miles from its original location ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/08/us/death-valley-lake-manly-wind.html
Rare Bird Sighting Shuts Down Iconic Fountain Show at The Bellagio: The National Park Service called the migratory bird “one of the 10 rarest birds that ...
thedailybeast.com/rare-bird-sighting-shuts-down-iconic-fountain-show-at-the-bellagio
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Crypto titans target Ohio, Montana races that could flip Senate: Vulnerable Democratic Sens. Sherrod Brown of Ohio and Jon Tester of Montana are crypto critics.
politico.com/news/2024/03/09/crypto-super-pacs-ohio-montana-00146138
Olympic National Park coastal cabins set for demolition: Seven cabins that are now within 16 feet of the bluff's edge will be demolished next week at Kalaloch in ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/nps-to-demolish-some-kalaloch-cabins-on-wa-coast-as-bluff-erodes/
Cherry blossom buds hit Stage 2 ‘florets visible’ much earlier than normal: The blossoms are on track for an early peak bloom but could also become vulnerable to ...
washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/03/05/cherry-blossoms-florets-visible-weather/
Here’s the theme for this year’s Women’s History Month: March is Women's History Month, and the theme for 2024 celebrates women who have fought for ...
simplemost.com/womens-history-month-theme-2024/
Can Congress actually ban TikTok?: A user revolt has only made Congress more determined to ban TikTok. But it’s not over yet.
vox.com/politics/24094839/tiktok-ban-bill-congress-pass-biden
Quick Glance: Could TikTok Face a Ban in the US?
- TikTok once again finds itself in a precarious position due to a legislative proposal.
- A bill unanimously approved by the House would ban TikTok if it doesn't sever ties with ByteDance, its parent company in Beijing.
- Concerns exist that TikTok could share data with the Chinese government, raising national security worries.
- A nationwide ban could impact small businesses, influencers, and users who utilize the platform for marketing purposes.
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