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Multiple attacks on political candidates have occurred in Mexico as the country's largest election campaign nears its end.

Mexican president asks US to send $20B to Latin America, legalize migrants

Vice President Kamala Harris has indicated that the United States may consider “consequences” should Israel proceed with its plans to expand military operations into the city of Rafah, amid the ongoing conflict with Hamas. In an interview with ABC News, Harris underscored the Biden administration’s opposition to an invasion of Rafah, labeling any significant military action in the area as a grave error.

Kamala Harris says Israeli operation in Rafah would be a ‘huge mistake’

The U.S. responds to Vladimir Putin's claims after dozens are killed in a terrorist attack at a Russia concert hall, and—NBC News' Chuck Todd calls out his own network for a recent hiring during 'Meet the Press.'

Suspects in Russia concert hall attack appear in court

Kate Middleton has revealed that she has been diagnosed with cancer and is undergoing chemotherapy.

Kate Middleton reveals cancer diagnosis, urges solidarity

Russia is planning to increase its production of glide bombs in an effort to have more power in the war with Ukraine.

Russia ramping up use, production of glide bombs

Assange, facing 18 charges, argued his extradition to the US was politically motivated and sought permission to review his case.

Possible plea deal could help WikiLeaks’ Julian Assange avert espionage charges

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel amid growing tension between the two countries

Blinken arrives in Israel for tense talks on Gaza

Staff members are accused of keeping migrants locked inside a cell during a deadly fire at a detention center in Juarez, Mexico.

New probe alleges staff kept migrants locked up during deadly Juarez fire

The conflict in Gaza persists as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken seeks cease-fire talks with Middle Eastern leaders.

US presses Mideast leaders on cease-fire; Israel says Hamas still uses hospital

Atlanta police and local news uncovered rideshare impostors at Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport — the world's busiest airport.

Police warn of fake rideshare drivers luring riders at Atlanta airport

It just got harder for China to impose its will in the western Pacific. Japan now has Type 12 surface-to-ship missiles on Okinawa.

Here’s why Japan putting missiles on Okinawa matters to China

Roadrunner Charters has agreed to halt the transport of migrants from Texas to New York, following a lawsuit filed by Mayor Eric Adams against the company and 16 others. The legal action alleges that these companies violated New York’s Social Services Law by transporting asylum seekers to the region without providing necessary support.

Bus company sued by NYC agrees to stop transporting migrants

Days after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called him an obstacle to peace, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Senate Republicans, and—Elon Musk's Neuralink posts a video of a patient playing chess using their mind.

Netanyahu speaks with Senate Republicans days after Schumer’s speech

Adani Green Energy begins building massive clean energy plant in India, aiming to power millions of homes amidst the push for sustainability.

Billionaire is building world’s largest clean energy plant 5 times the size of Paris

Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar resigned after voters reject constitutional changes on family and women's roles, marking a political shift.

Irish PM Varadkar resigns after rejection of referendums on families, women

Some happy news for residents of Finland: the Nordic country has once again been crowned the happiest country in the world. This announcement comes at a less joyous moment for the United States, which, for the first time in 12 years, has dropped out of the top 20 in Gallup’s World Happiness Report, ranking No. 23 this year.

Finland tops World Happiness report, US drops from top 20

Hours after the Supreme Court rules that Texas's immigration law can take effect, it is now back on hold. And, charges have been dropped against the father of a late Marine who was arrested at the State of the Union.

Texas immigration law paused again amid legal seesaw

In this episode of Weapons and Warfare, host Ryan Robertson talks to experts about what Russia's plans are in space.

Russia’s nuclear intentions up in space: Weapons and Warfare

After a U.S. official raised the alarm on a potential Russian space-based nuclear threat, many questioned: What if Russia made space nukes?

How credible is a Russian space-based nuclear threat?

Scotland's new hate crime law aim to protect people from hateful speech, including online. Critics say it infringes on freedom of expression.

Scottish law criminalizes hate speech online; complaint filed against JK Rowling

Ukraine is mostly on defensive in its war against Russia. Without enough artillery, drones are once again fulfilling a critical need.

Ukraine and Russia now strapping shrapnel mines to drones

President Biden will host Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. for a White House summit next month, amid rising concerns over North Korea’s nuclear program and Chinese actions in the South China Sea. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced the first-ever U.S.-Japan-Philippines leaders’ summit, underscoring the growing economic ties between the nations.

Biden to host US-Japan-Philippines summit amid North Korea tensions

The Supreme Court steps in to extend a block on Texas' immigration law. And, the biggest single prize in TV history will be up for grabs thanks to Amazon and a YouTube star. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, March 19, 2024.

Supreme Court extends hold on Texas’ immigration law

SpaceX and the European Space Agency recently signed an agreement for two launches next year, each carrying two Galileo satellites, Javier Benedicto, the agency's director of navigation said. The agreement calls for the satellites to be launched on SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket from the U.S., he added.

China claims US is threatening global security amid ‘spy satellites’ report