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Alan K. Simpson, a former Republican senator from Wyoming, died at 93 after struggling to recover from a broken hip and complications from frostbite. Known for his folksy demeanor and controversial remarks, Simpson championed immigration reforms and conservative Supreme Court candidates, while clashing with women's groups, environmentalists, and the press. He had a tumultuous youth, but redeemed himself through a successful political career and bipartisan efforts on issues like immigration and abortion rights. Full Article

Hamas has agreed to release American-Israeli soldier Edan Alexander and the remains of four other hostages with dual citizenship, but Israel doubts the proposal's viability. Hamas has linked the release to demands for the release of Palestinian prisoners, aid to Gaza, and talks on the cease-fire's next phase. The offer, seen as an appeal to President Trump, follows recent U.S. efforts to negotiate the release of Mr. Alexander and others held in Gaza, with ongoing...

A British man, 79-year-old Edgar Riches, was killed in a hit-and-run incident involving a vehicle in Kenyan President William Ruto's convoy on Ngong Road in Nairobi. The driver of the support vehicle, who failed to stop after the accident, has been detained and released on bail pending investigation. This incident has sparked social media uproar, with questions raised about the size and speed of the presidential convoy, leading to calls for more accountability and safety...

Consumer sentiment declined sharply in March, with worries over inflation and a falling stock market impacting the University of Michigan's latest survey, which showed a 10.5% drop from February. Expectations for the future fell by 15.3%, with concerns growing over President Trump's tariffs and increasing uncertainty in economic policies. Despite these challenges, stocks remained positive, and the Federal Reserve is expected to maintain interest rates, although traders are pricing in rate cuts later in the...

Former central banker Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada's new prime minister, replacing Justin Trudeau and facing challenges such as a trade war with the U.S. and threats of annexation. The governing Liberal Party's chances in the upcoming federal election have improved due to the surge in Canadian nationalism caused by Trump's actions. Carney, known for his crisis management skills, will now lead Canada through the turbulent times ahead. Full Article

Sean "Diddy" Combs' defense accuses CNN of altering and destroying a video showing the rapper physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. Combs claims that CNN's footage was "substantially altered" by covering the time stamp, changing the video sequence, and speeding up the video. Despite Combs' denial of the allegations, he faces charges of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and coercion, with his trial scheduled to begin on May 5, as authorities allege he ran a criminal...