Clashes in Syria's coastal areas kill more than 700 people, a monitor says. Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa's government says it has regained control of the situation. LA Times

VOA VIEW: It's starting again.

Tragic revelations, made Friday by authorities in New Mexico, resolve many questions raised by the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. LA Times

The full effects were not immediately clear, but the arid territory’s desalination plants receive power for producing drinking water. Hamas called it part of Israel’s “starvation policy.” New York Post

VOA VIEW: A good start.

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On average, adult Gen Zers carry $94,101 in personal debt—far surpassing Millennials ($59,181) and significantly exceeding Gen Xers ($53,255). New York Post

VOA VIEW: It must be turned around.

You likely are farting more than usual on a plane, but don’t worry, you’re definitely not alone. New York Post

Passengers aboard an Air India flight to Delhi suffered a 10-hour trip to nowhere after the plane was forced to circle back to Chicago when all but one of its toilets allegedly became clogged and inoperable. New York Post

President Trump said that Americans would be better off in the long run from his tariffs, which he said would prevent the country from being “ripped off.” New York Times

VOA VIEW: A proper view.

Fearing roundups, many immigrants are staying home. Construction, agriculture, senior care and hospitality employers say labor shortages will worsen. New York Times

VOA VIEW: So will the expense of illegal migrants.

Front-runner Mark Carney and underdog Chrystia Freeland, both established, centrist policymakers, are vying to succeed Justin Trudeau amid grave threats to Canada from the United States. New York Times

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Secretary of State Marco Rubio clashed with Poland’s foreign minister Radoslaw Sikorski, calling him ungrateful for Elon Musk’s Starlink aid after Sikorski suggested Ukraine might need an alternative. OANN

VOA VIEW: Ukraine does not seem appreciate.

Tulsi Gabbard’s fears that al Qaeda-linked terror groups would slaughter hundreds of civilians in Syria, including Christians, are coming to pass following the Biden administration’s support for the collapse of the Assad regime. OANN

Vice President JD Vance has reported that he was confronted by pro-Ukrainian protesters while he was on a walk with his 3-year-old daughter. OANN

VOA VIEW: The protesters are making a detrimental mistake.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency following massive brush fires in Long Island.  OANN

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Art Schallock, the oldest living former-major league baseball (MLB) player, has died at 100-years-old.  OANN

A prominent Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia University's student encampment movement was arrested Saturday night by federal immigration authorities who claimed they were acting on a State Department order to revoke his green card. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: He must be punished.

Most of the 80,000 federal workers responsible for researching diseases, inspecting food and administering Medicare and Medicaid under the auspices of the Health and Human Services Department were emailed an offer to leave their job for as much as a $25,000 payment as part of President Donald Trump's government cuts. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: They would be wise to take the money and run.

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A winter storm dumped heavy snow across northern Arizona on Friday, playing a major factor in a more than 15-mile backup on a major interstate. Washington Times

A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red Thursday night into Friday morning across the Western Hemisphere. Washington Times

Incarcerated workers produce $2 billion in goods and $9 billion in services every year. But not all of the incarcerated are paid for their labor, which can benefit people inside and outside a prison's walls. CBS

A wave of anti-Tesla attacks have occurred as Elon Musk takes a leading role in President Trump's cost-cutting task force known as DOGE. CBS

VOA VIEW: A foolish move.

Last month, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said DHS would start polygraphing employees in order to crack down on who may be leaking information to the media about its immigration raids. CBS

VOA VIEW: Needed and put to good use.

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Officials have revealed a tragic timeline for how legendary actor Gene Hackman spent his final days. Both Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes, with her dying days before him in a separate room. CBS

South Carolina has conducted the first firing squad execution in the U.S. in over a decade. Brad Sigmon was pronounced dead at 6:08 p.m. last night, three minutes after sharpshooters fired their rifles. CBS

The cost of a new car could set you back $1,000 per month. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Thanks to Biden administration.

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Columbia University Interim President Katrina Armstrong issued a response to the Trump administration cutting $400 million in federal grants to the school over its handling of antisemitism. FOX News

VOA VIEW: They are ready to work because they have no choice.

A few thousand Department of Defense employees are expected to be terminated as part of the Trump administration's effort to downsize the agency. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Good!

The pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action vandalized President Donald Trump's Turnberry golf course in Ayrshire, Scotland, early Saturday due to his support for Israel and call to relocate Gazans. UPI

VOA VIEW: A bad mistake.

The Russian military killed at least 25 and injured at least 40 during airstrikes launched against the Donetsk area of Ukraine late Friday and early Saturday. UPI

VOA VIEW: Russia is pushing for more trouble.

Federal corruption charges against New York Mayor Eric Adams should be dropped permanently with no chance of future reinstatement, according to a lawyer retained by the judge overseeing the case to review it. UPI

VOA VIEW: Makes sense.

At 2 a.m., clocks in most parts of the United States will spring forward one hour as daylight saving time begins. UPI

People marked International Women's Day on Saturday, including in several U.S. cities where demonstrators protested against President Donald Trump and his administration. UPI

VOA VIEW: Dems never stop.

The U.S. Secret Service shot a man near the White House during an incident early Sunday morning, the agency confirmed. UPI

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