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Prosecutors oppose release for man charged in attack on Rep. Angie Craig

WASHINGTON — A federal prosecutor reiterated the government’s opposition Thursday to releasing a man accused of attacking Minnesota Democratic Rep. Angie Craig last month in an elevator at her Washington, D.C., apartment building.

Tribune News Service · Mar 16, 2023

Irish premier apologises for ‘ill-judged’ remark about interns in Washington DC

The “ill-judged, off-the-cuff” remark was seen as an apparent reference to the Clinton-Lewinsky scandal.

The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2023

Iran-Saudi Arabia deal not a setback for US, analysts say

The China-brokered detente can improve regional stability and benefit US interests in the Middle East, experts say.

Al Jazeera · Mar 16, 2023

Debt limit breach would be ‘devastating’ for banks, Yellen says at hearing

WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen told senators on Thursday that the banking system remains sound in the aftermath of Silicon Valley Bank's collapse. But she warned that failure to raise the debt limit in time would be devastating for banks after the turmoil.

Tribune News Service · Mar 16, 2023

What the United States Does in Ukraine Won’t Matter in Taiwan

Despite the historical evidence, this bogus credibility claim still drives U.S. foreign policy.

Foreign Policy · Mar 16, 2023

What's on the menu at swanky $1,000 per plate gala dinner in Washington attended by Leo Varadkar

Guests were treated to an open bar, a three course meal and entertainment on the night. The event at the National Buildings Museum was attended by a range of Irish and American politicians and celebrities.

Irish Mirror · Mar 16, 2023

China’s Good Offices

With the Saudi-Iran deal, Beijing shows there’s a place for its less judgmental, see-no-evil diplomatic approach.

Foreign Policy · Mar 16, 2023

Seattle court to Amazon: Time to improve safety at Kent warehouse

Amazon may be on the hook to make changes to improve worker safety at a Kent warehouse following a new court ruling.

Tribune News Service · Mar 16, 2023

OB-GYN workforce shortages could worsen maternal health crisis

WASHINGTON — A patchwork of state laws in the aftermath of a Supreme Court decision overturning the right to an abortion, combined with pandemic-related burnout and low reimbursement rates, could exacerbate an already looming national shortage of obstetrician-gynecologists, experts say.

Tribune News Service · Mar 16, 2023

The Gridiron Club, explained - Roll Call

The Gridiron Club is one of Washington's oldest institutions, but it is also shrouded in a bit of mystery. Political Theater talks to the club's historian, who explains its history and rituals.

Roll Call · Mar 16, 2023