Today's verified reporting covers significant developments in U.S. domestic politics, international relations, and entertainment. Key events include a major policy shift on student loans, a controversial diplomatic remark by former President Trump, and the cancellation of a high-profile television season following a domestic violence investigation. Other notable stories involve a tragic discovery in an international missing person case, a landmark investment in autonomous vehicles, and a state's reconsideration of a historical labor figure's legacy.
DHS Nomination Advances, Student Loan Oversight Shifted The nomination of Markwayne Mullin to be Secretary of Homeland Security narrowly cleared a Senate committee vote, moving forward amid debates on immigration policy. 🔗 Read More In a significant administrative change, the Trump administration is shifting primary responsibility for federal student loans from the Department of Education to the Treasury Department. 🔗 Read More
Political Controversies and Protests Democratic lawmakers staged a walkout during a Justice Department briefing on the Epstein case, which was led by Attorney General Pam Bondi, calling it an "outrageous fake" proceeding. 🔗 Read More Separately, Pentagon officials are reportedly seeking approximately $200 billion in funding for a potential conflict with Iran, dubbed "Operation Epic Fury." 🔗 Read More
Trump's Remarks on Iran and Japan In a meeting with Japan's Prime Minister, former U.S. President Donald Trump made a surprise joke referencing the Pearl Harbor attack. 🔗 Read More In a separate statement on Middle East tensions, Trump criticized Israeli strikes, specifically mentioning Iran's South Pars gas field, which is shared with Qatar, and then threatened to destroy the facility himself. 🔗 Read More
'The Bachelorette' Season Canceled ABC and Disney Entertainment have canceled the upcoming season of The Bachelorette featuring Taylor Frankie Paul. The decision follows the resurfacing of a 2023 video and a domestic violence investigation involving Paul, leading to production delays and widespread fan speculation. 🔗 Read More The cancellation was confirmed as a direct result of the domestic violence investigation into the slated star. 🔗 Read More
Celebrity Health Scare Action film star and cultural icon Chuck Norris was hospitalized following a medical emergency in Hawaii. 🔗 Read More
Reality TV Family Legal Issue Joseph Duggar, brother of former 19 Kids and Counting star Josh Duggar, was arrested and charged with sexual activity involving a minor. 🔗 Read More
Major Investment in Autonomous Vehicles Shares of electric vehicle maker Rivian rallied sharply after Uber announced an investment of up to $125 billion in a partnership to develop Level 4 autonomous robotaxis. 🔗 Read More
Analyst Ratings and Market Movements
Upcoming Earnings Reports Companies scheduled to announce earnings include Cingulate Inc. and Fortress Biotech. 🔗 Read More 🔗 Read More
California Renames State Holiday The state of California announced a major change to César Chavez Day, officially renaming it "Farmworkers Day" in response to longstanding sexual abuse allegations against the late labor leader. 🔗 Read More This follows a trend of events associated with César Chávez Day being renamed, postponed, or canceled across the country. 🔗 Read More
NCAA Tournament Coverage SportsLine's predictive model released picks and odds for several 2026 NCAA Tournament (March Madness) games, including Arkansas vs. Hawaii and Michigan State vs. North Dakota State. 🔗 Read More A separate prediction focused on a potential upset bet in the women's tournament involving VCU. 🔗 Read More
Lottery Results The winning numbers for the Hoosier Lottery's Cash 5 and other games for March 18, 2026, were published. 🔗 Read More
Daily Puzzle The answers for the New York Times Mini Crossword puzzle for March 19, 2026, were published. 🔗 Read More
Missing Student Case in Spain Police in Barcelona searching for a missing American college student from the University of Alabama found a body on Somorrostro beach. The student was last seen leaving the Shoko nightclub, and his wallet was later found. 🔗 Read More