Bank of Japan is expected to hike rates this week, CNBC survey shows

Saturn's rings will be invisible from Earth starting from March 23rd, due to the planet's orbit. NASA explains that Saturn's rings are comprised of icy and rocky particles, believed to be remnants of comets, asteroids, or shattered moons. The rings will reappear in about seven years, as they are slowly being pulled in by gravity and will eventually disappear. Full Article

During a House hearing, Rep. Keith Self misgendered Rep. Sarah McBride, the first openly trans member of Congress, by referring to her as "Mr. McBride." Rep. Bill Keating intervened, criticizing Self's remarks as indecent, leading Self to abruptly adjourn the hearing. McBride expressed disappointment over the incident, which stemmed from a larger issue of Republican lawmakers targeting her, including Rep. Nancy Mace introducing a resolution banning transgender women from using female bathrooms in the Capitol....

Neil Robson, owner of Genesis Fishing Ltd in Bridlington, known as the “Lobster Capital of Europe”, relies on the shellfish trade for his family business, catching crab and lobster for both UK and international markets. When a major collision between an oil tanker and cargo ship occurred in the North Sea, causing a large fire off the coast of Hull, Robson, who was on board his boat Genesis, expressed concern for the safety of those...

The Indian Air Force is expediting the procurement of medium, multirole fighter jets, aiming to have the first new aircraft in service within five years after accelerated trials involving seven likely contenders. The competition for 114 new fighter jets under the MRFA programme will involve limited trials due to previous testing of six contenders, with only the Boeing F15 EX needing evaluation against Indian requirements. Upgraded capabilities of contenders may also be assessed during the...

The Nelson Tasman Hospice currently cares for over 155 patients, but a new report warns that hospices are facing a funding crisis, with total expenditure set to surpass revenues within a year. Last year, hospices collectively spent $226 million, with only $114 million provided by the government, leading to a growing gap that threatens the future of hospice care. Without government intervention, hospices may have to close beds, prioritize referrals, and rely more on telehealth,...

Los Angeles County has confirmed its first case of measles in a resident who traveled through LAX on a China Airlines flight in March, marking the second recent case of measles exposure at the airport. Health officials have identified specific locations visited by the infected person, urging individuals who may have been exposed to monitor for symptoms and seek medical attention if necessary. The CDC recommends vaccination as the best protection against measles, emphasizing the...