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White House Unveils AI Policy Framework With Legislative Proposals
The White House released AI legislative recommendations on March 20, 2026, addressing child safety, workforce development, and intellectual property.
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Pentagon Formalizes Palantir Maven AI System for Military Use
The Pentagon has formalized Palantir's Maven Smart System as a Program of Record, increasing its contract ceiling to $1.3 billion through 2029.
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Drone Attack on Nakhchivan Airport Narrows Key Europe-Asia Air Corridor
A drone strike on Nakhchivan Airport on March 5, 2026, led to airspace closures, narrowing the Europe-Asia flight corridor to 50 miles.
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Margaret Croke Declared Winner in Illinois Democratic Comptroller Primary
Margaret Croke won the Illinois Democratic comptroller primary with 34.6% of the vote, advancing to the general election on November 3, 2026.
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Army Adopts Flexible Approach to Electronic Warfare Acquisition
The Army is seeking modular electronic warfare solutions to enhance integration speed, with a focus on agile development in the FY2026 budget.
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SEC Plans Rule Allowing Companies to Choose Semiannual Reporting
A proposed rule allows public companies to opt for semiannual earnings reports, according to the regulator. Quarterly reports have been mandatory since 1970.
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FEMA Ordered to Reinstate BRIC Disaster Mitigation Funding
A federal court ruled the termination of the BRIC program unlawful. FEMA must restore funding, according to reports from December 2025.
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British Tourists Shift Easter Bookings From Dubai to Spain
Searches for Spanish destinations increased by 18% to 25% among British travelers during Easter, according to travel firms.