Pakistani security forces battle to free about 300 hostages aboard a hijacked train

A man was shot outside the terminal of Chicago O'Hare Airport following an altercation. The incident was captured on video and is currently under investigation by authorities. The victim's condition and the motive behind the shooting have not been disclosed at this time. Full Article

Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's longest-serving first minister, has announced she will not seek re-election as an MSP in May next year. After eight years in office, she resigned as first minister in 2023 amidst a tumultuous period for her and the SNP, including a police investigation into SNP finances and her husband being charged with embezzling party funds. Sturgeon highlighted her achievements in office, expressed her continued support for Scottish independence, and announced her intention to...

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that prices for goods and services rose less than expected in February, with the consumer price index increasing by 0.2% for the month and the annual inflation rate reaching 2.8%. This slight uptick provided some relief to consumers and businesses concerned about the potential impact of tariffs on inflation. In January, the all-item CPI had risen by 0.5%, highlighting the importance of monitoring economic trends for future implications. Full...

Daniel Dubois is in talks to rematch Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley for the undisputed heavyweight titles after their controversial first fight in August 2023. Usyk currently holds the WBC, WBA, and WBO belts, while Dubois is the IBF champion. Talks are underway for all four belts to be on the line in a potential rematch, with Usyk vacating the IBF title to proceed with the fight. Full Article

The new Austrian government has halted family reunion procedures for migrants to better integrate those already in the country, citing limited capacities. Migrants with protected status can no longer bring family members to Austria, with an emphasis on curbing migration. The EU is also implementing measures to reduce the number of migrants and increase deportation rates for rejected asylum-seekers. Full Article

Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student and key organizer of pro-Palestine protests at Columbia University, was arrested by ICE agents threatening to revoke his green card, sparking concerns about free speech. President Trump labeled Khalil a "radical foreign pro-Hamas student" and has targeted student protesters. Despite legal challenges, deportation based on political speech is not valid for green card holders. Full Article