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Energy Strikes Deadline Extended, Maduro in Court, Savannah Guthrie Interview and more

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Mar 26, 2026
Latest diplomatic maneuvering and a US decision to delay military strikes. A high-profile court appearance in New York draws attention. New rules reshape eligibility for transgender and DSD athletes at international competitions. A major airport reopens after a crash amid travel chaos. A prominent TV personality speaks publicly about a family tragedy.
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US Pauses Strikes Amid Conflicting Messages

  • The US delayed strikes on Iranian energy sites for 10 more days while saying negotiations remain uncertain.
  • President Donald Trump downplayed talks yet claimed Iran would negotiate after being "obliterated," highlighting mixed signals from US leadership.
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Maduro Pleads Not Guilty And Seeks Government Funding

  • Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty in New York to drug and weapons charges and asked the Venezuelan government to pay their legal fees.
  • The judge refused to dismiss the case over the fee dispute and said he'd issue a decision soon after prosecutors cited sanctions and national security concerns.
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SRY Gene Test Will Bar Many Transgender And DSD Athletes

  • The Olympics will ban transgender women and many DSD athletes via an SRY gene test starting at the 2028 Games.
  • The once-in blood or cheek swab looks for the SRY gene, which may exclude women with natural differences of sex development, creating a blanket ban.
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