Bulletin Brief
The U.S. abstains from U.N. cease-fire vote, causing tensions to rise (NBC) (AP)
Trump’s civil fraud case payment paused, but hush money case is to continue (Reuters) (CBS)
Boeing executives step-down regarding safety concerns (NBC) (CBS)
Rain and snow storm in the central U.S. is making travel “almost impossible” (NBC)
Shohei Ohtani says he didn’t gamble, is shocked by his interpreter’s betrayal (AP)
Sean "Diddy" Combs under federal investigation (NBC)
Newspaper clippings used in miraculous 1886 shipwreck discovery (CBS)
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In Must Know News…
- The U.N. approved a Gazan humanitarian cease-fire resolution on Monday, during which the US abstained, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to cancel a delegation set to visit Washington D.C. Netanyahu accused the U.S. of undermining the Israeli war effort by not making a hostage exchange a condition of the ceasefire, which will last until the end of Ramadan in April.
- Donald Trump was successful yesterday in his bid to pause the $454 million civil fraud case if he posts the smaller $175 million bond within 10 days. For now, his assets will not be seized. His “hush money” case, alleging illegal payments made during his time in office, will start on April 15th after the New York judge rejected his request for a delay.
- Three high-ranking executives at Boeing, including CEO Dave Calhoun, announced yesterday that they are stepping down from their positions by the end of 2024. With growing scrutiny over production and safety measures made by the aircraft manufacturer, the company stated that they are quote, “in need of a change” regarding safety and quality for the future.
In Other Notable News…
- A severe rain and snow storm hit the central U.S., making travel quote "almost impossible" as over 328 crashes have already been recorded in Minnesota alone. Analysts expected the storm to continue today.
- Shohei Ohtani, LA Dodgers star, denied sports betting and accused his former interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, of stealing money and lying. Ohtani has emphasized his shock and disappointment over the betrayal by someone he trusted.
- Sean "Diddy" Combs is under federal investigation for alleged sex trafficking, sexual assault involving minors, and illegal drugs and firearms. Combs has denied the allegations, calling them "sickening."
- The 1886 shipwreck of the steamship Milwaukee was discovered remarkably intact 360 feet down in Lake Michigan using old newspaper clippings as clues.