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The ceasefire proposal hatched by American negotiators and agreed by Ukraine is now a matter for Russia to consider. We ask how the not-yet-a-breakthrough will land in both countries. Our correspondents ask one of NATO’s very-top brass about Europe’s defence stance and how it should shift (10:44). And the shockingly life-shortening effects of loneliness (18:55).
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Up First from NPR - Ukraine Ceasefire Talks, Education Department Layoffs, Spending Bill
The U.S. is resuming military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after negotiators agree to a 30-day ceasefire, which Russia is now reviewing. The Trump administration is cutting nearly half of the Education Department's workforce. And, the House passes a stopgap funding bill with just days until a potential government shutdown, now it's headed for a vote in the Senate.
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Big Technology Podcast - Roblox CEO: We Want AI To Generate Full Games — With David Baszucki
David Baszucki is the CEO of Roblox. He joins Big Technology Podcast to discuss how the company envisions generative AI playing into game creation on Roblox. Tune in to hear his vision for a future where users can prompt entire game experiences and modify them in real time using AI. We also cover child safety concerns, Hindenburg Research allegations, and whether parents should give their kids money to spend on Roblox. Hit play for an insightful conversation about the intersection of gaming, AI, and the future of creative digital experiences.
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Alabama
- AL delegates sign onto amicus brief for SCOTUS re: student curriculum
- Rick Pate eyes the Lt. Governors race if Tuberville decides to run for governor
- House Dem leader wants the state overtime tax exemption to be extended
- Former Mobile police chief Paul Prine will be running for mayor of that city
- Hanceville City Council begins the rebuilding of entire police force
- Donald Trump Jr. to be in Alabama this April as part of Republican Party event
National
- Spending bill passes the House, will fund government until this September
- Trump now has all 15 cabinet members confirmed and in place
- Trump buys a Tesla car from Elon Musk at WH to show his support
- State Dept. announces a 30 day cease fire agreement for Ukraine/Russia
- Iowa senator alerts HHS Sec. to fraudulent vaccine company getting $28M
- WH counsel shows fake Oval Office set used for Joe Biden and teleprompter
- Epstein files under scrutiny to avoid legal pitfalls in prosecuting those who took part in his sex trafficking of children.
The Daily Signal - House Passes CR, Ukraine Accepts Ceasefire Deal, Dems Cling to Trans Activism | March 12, 2025
On today’s Top News in 10, we cover:
- The House of Representatives passes a Continuing Resolution with a breakaway Democrat vote.
- Ukraine Agrees to Secretary Rubio’s historic Ceasefire plan.
- Egg & Gas Prices Drop.
- Trans problems plague the Democrats.
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