On Friday, Mar. 3, a business jet encountered severe turbulence over New England, resulting in the death of one passenger and forcing the aircraft to divert to Bradley International Airport in Connecticut. The NTSB is now investigating the incident and the cause of the death, and reminding people of the importance of following safety protocols when flying.
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Residents of Italy, Texas, gathered in a candlelight vigil on Friday night following a tragic incident that left three children dead and two others injured. The Ellis County Sheriff's Office responded to a call at a home in the residential area and detained a suspect. Deputy Jerry Cozby said that the community is in shock and urged for prayers for the family of those involved. The investigation is ongoing and no further information has been released.
A new study presented at the American College of Cardiology has found that bempedoic acid, an alternative to statins, can significantly lower cholesterol and the risk of heart attacks without the severe side effects associated with statins. The study, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that bempedoic acid reduced LDL cholesterol levels by an average of 18.9% with no serious side effects, and may be a viable option for patients who cannot or will not take statins.
Governor Andy Beshear of Kentucky declared a state of emergency on Friday evening as a large storm system moved through the South and Midwest, causing significant damage, leaving thousands without power, and resulting in at least 10 deaths. In Kentucky, four weather-related deaths were reported in four different counties, and Mayor Greg Fischer urged residents to stay off the roads and to be prepared for power outages. The storm system is expected to move out of the region by Saturday evening, but the National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for the Northeast, with up to a foot of snow expected in some areas.
Former President Donald Trump held a meeting with Nevada State GOP officials at his Mar-a-Lago club on Thursday, discussing political strategy and campaigning in the battleground state. At the same time, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made a closed-door speech to donors, accusing fellow GOP leaders of sitting back in the cultural fights. The Trump campaign is actively engaging with state and local party leaders to ensure they have a strong presence in the early primary states for the 2024 election cycle.
Biden and Scholz Meet at White House to Discuss Ukraine-Russia Conflict and Increase Arms Production
Biden and Scholz Meet at White House to Discuss Ukraine-Russia Conflict and Increase Arms Production
Joe Biden and Olaf Scholz met at the White House to discuss the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The US and European allies are working together to increase arms production to help Ukraine defend itself, with an ambitious proposal to increase 155 millimeter artillery shell production by seven times, costing nearly $4.25 billion. Biden also noted that Ukraine has taken steps to increase defense spending and diversify away from Russian energy sources.
CPAC 2021 has seen a dramatic decline in attendance and sponsorships, with former President Donald Trump's influence on the event waning. Nikki Haley's speech was met with a polite but only mildly interested audience, and chants of "Trump 2024!" echoed through the hall as she left. Al Cardenas, a former chair of the American Conservative Union, noted that the event had been boosted by its ties to Donald Trump, but now appears to be losing relevance.
On Saturday, a tragic incident occurred in the central Philippines when gunmen in military uniforms fatally shot a governor and five civilians. The Philippine government has condemned the attack and expressed its condolences to the families of the victims, vowing to bring the perpetrators to justice and ensure that similar incidents do not occur in the future. This is the latest in a series of brazen assaults on local politicians in the Philippines, serving as a reminder of the dangers they face and the need for increased safety measures.