Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Today we’re celebrating the 263 women MPs currently serving in the House of Commons, many of whom are captured here. They make up 40% of the total number of MPs today, the highest number in the UK’s history.
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
“It turned out that all we really needed was a new President.”
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements)
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Fast Rope Training
@marines with 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit participate in a land-based training exercise at Fort Barfoot, Va., to strengthen both cohesion with the Marine Air-Ground Task Force and integration with @USNavy operations.
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
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Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (video statements)
On this episode of our podcast, we’ll discuss why and how the FBI investigates transnational organized crime and how you can report suspected TOC activity to the Bureau. For a full transcript and additional resources, visit fbi.gov/news/podcasts. You can also visit fbi.gov/organizedcrime to learn more about the transnational organized crime threat and read about relevant investigative successes.
If you believe you have a tip, you can call or visit any of the FBI’s field offices or resident agencies to provide information about known or suspected transnational organized crime activity. You can also submit tips online at tips.fbi.gov. Finally, if you’re looking to share information about an internet crime, you can submit a tip to the Bureau’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov.
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Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
If you were affected by a recent natural disaster, and are in a county designated for assistance, Help Is Here. To apply for FEMA assistance, or to update your application, go to FEMA.gov/HelpIsHere, or call 1-800-621-3362.
Source: United Nations (Video News)
Noon Briefing by Stéphane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.
Highlights:
-International Women’s Day
– Syria
– Syria/Displacement
– Occupied Palestinian Territory
– South Sudan
– Democratic Republic of the Congo
– Rohingya Refugees
– Central Sahel, Nigeria
– Yemen
– Food Price Index
INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY Today is International Women’s Day. In an event to mark the Day held this morning at the General Assembly Hall, the Secretary-General said that in every corner of the world we are seeing from pushback to rollback – that women’s rights are under attack. Centuries of discrimination, he said, are being worsened by new threats. Instead of mainstreaming equal rights, we are witnessing the mainstreaming of chauvinism and misogyny, adding that we cannot stand by as progress is reversed. We must fight back, and we must never accept a world where women and girls live in fear, where their safety is a privilege rather than a non-negotiable right.
SYRIA The Secretary-General is concerned about the recent clashes in the coastal areas of Syria, including reports of extrajudicial killings and civilian casualties. He strongly condemns all violence in Syria and calls on the parties to protect civilians and cease hostilities. The Secretary-General is alarmed by the risk of escalating tensions among communities in Syria at a time when reconciliation and peaceful political transition should be the priority. After fourteen years of conflict, Syrians deserve sustainable peace, prosperity and justice. The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria Geir O. Pedersen, also issued a statement, also issued a statement saying that he is deeply alarmed by reports of intense clashes and killings in Syria, and this morning, Izumi Nakamitsu, the High Representative for Disarmament, briefed the Security Council on the chemical weapons file and Syria.
SYRIA/DISPLACEMENT
A new report issued by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) highlights a notable decline in displacement since mid-December of last year. IOM, however, reveals that one in five of those who remain displaced – primarily in Idlib, Aleppo and Hama – are residing in tents or makeshift shelters under as you can imagine, are very harsh living conditions. As of January, more than 3.4 million Internally Displaced People were in north-west Syria, including almost 2 million in Idleb and Aleppo. IOM is looking to help more than 1.1 million people in Syria in the first half of 2025. In January, IOM also issued an appeal for $73.2 million to meet these needs. We hope that the appeal will be heeded, and cash will be coming in.
Full Highlights: https://www.un.org/sg/en/content/noon-briefing-highlight?date%5Bvalue%5D%5Bdate%5D=07%20March%202025
Source: United Nations (Video News)
On the outskirts of Dakar, Senegal’s capital, lies the Mbao Forest Reserve—a vital green space often called the “green lung” of the region.
A group of local women, Les Femmes de Kamb, are committed to preserving the environment while creating sustainable livelihoods. Over the years, they have reclaimed part of the forest, transforming a neglected garbage dump into a thriving vegetable garden.
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
Watch with us as the four members of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-10 mission launch to the space station from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Liftoff is targeted for 7:48 p.m. EDT (2348 UTC) on Wednesday, March 12.
SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft will carry NASA astronauts Anne McClain, commander; and Nichole Ayers, pilot; along with mission specialists JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov to the orbiting laboratory for a science mission of about four months. This is the 10th crew rotation mission and the 11th human spaceflight mission for NASA to the space station supported by the Dragon spacecraft since 2020 as part of the agency’s Commercial Crew Program.
Following the launch of Crew-10, NASA astronauts Nick Hague, Suni Williams, and Butch Wilmore, along with Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, will depart the station for a splashdown off the coast of Florida.
About Crew-10’s scientific mission: https://www.nasa.gov/missions/station/what-you-need-to-know-about-nasas-spacex-crew-10-mission/
Crew-10 mission updates: https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/crew-10/
Credit: NASA
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
This Week: In his speech to a joint session of Congress President Trump calls for more extraction of oil and gas on the way to achieving American Energy Dominance; Secretary Burgum presses the President’s energy agenda during a visit to a natural gas liquefaction and export facility in Louisiana; the National Park Service announces a new 10-year lease for historic preservation and energy infrastructure at New York’s Floyd Bennett Field; Secretary Burgum marks Interior’s 176th birthday with a ceremonial swearing-in; the U.S. Geological Survey celebrates 146 years of providing scientific knowledge to the American people; and we’ll show you why this week’s social media Picture of the Week is feeling a little blue! Make sure you follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and X!
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Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
Secretary Noem visited New York to attend a Round Table with USCG, ICE, CBP, and other officials. Her message: DHS will carry out President Trump’s promise to carry out mass deportations and address the fentanyl crisis.
The secretary also visited the subway – the site where a woman was brutally set on fire by a criminal illegal alien. A tragedy that should NEVER have happened because this illegal alien should never have been in this country.
Today: Securing America.
Tomorrow: More Action.
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
Have you ever wanted to design something that could fly around the Moon? This is your opportunity. The Artemis II astronauts will use a zero gravity indicator during their mission to demonstrate when their Orion spacecraft has reached microgravity. This plushie needs to be soft, small, and importantly, remind us of home.
The Moon Mascot contest challenges people of all ages from all over the world to submit a design to be made by NASA’s Thermal Blanket Lab and flown aboard Artemis II.
To submit a design for the contest, visit: https://www.freelancer.com/moon-mascot
To learn more about the Artemis II mission, visit: https://www.nasa.gov/mission/artemis-ii/
Credit: NASA
Writer: Erika Peters
Editor: Phil Sexton
Producers: Rad Sinyak, Erika Peters
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Source: International Criminal Court (video statements)
On the 8 th of March, we mark International Women’s Day, calling for global action to
advance the rights, equality and empowerment of girls and women.
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
To Americans who remain unjustly held around the world: We are working day and night to bring you home.
On this U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, we also celebrate those who have returned to their families. And we honor those who never made it back home. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.
More: https://www.state.gov/hostage-and-wrongful-detainee-flag/
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Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Secretary of State Marco A. Rubio meets with Botswana President Duma Boko at the Department of State, March 7, 2025.
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Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
StateDepartment Spokesperson Tammy Bruce: ‘Honored to participate in my first Department press briefing today. I talked about my commitment to the American people to always speak directly and clearly about the Department’s policies and priorities, and I outlined what President Donald J. Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have been doing to make America stronger, safer, and more prosperous. America is back!’
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
We are fully committed to bringing every American hostage and wrongful detainee home.
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Source: Council of the European Union (video statements)
How much aid has the EU provided to Ukraine?
With various reports in the news and on social media, let’s clarify the facts:
€135 billion – remember this figure.
Since day one of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the EU and its member states have been Ukraine’s strongest supporters.
In fact, this happens to be the largest aid operation in EU history.
In this video, we’ll show how EU solidarity is helping Ukraine and its people.
At almost €135 billion, the EU’s support is massive.
And it’s more than just military aid – it’s a historic effort to help Ukraine now and prepare it for the future as a member of the European Union.
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00:00 – Who’s given Ukraine the most financial support?
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01:08 – Emergency relief: Addressing immediate humanitarian needs
01:28 – Rebuilding Ukraine: Restoring critical infrastructure
01:42 – Economic stability: Keeping Ukraine running
01:59 – Supporting refugees: A safe haven in the EU
02:11 – Russian immobilized assets
02:22 – Preparing Ukraine for EU membership
02:29 – The EU stands with Ukraine
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Source: US Army (video statements)
Today, Fort Liberty, N.C., is being redesignated as Fort Bragg, but who was the hero this base is being named after? Find out a little about Army Pfc. Roland Bragg.
by Army Multimedia and Visual Information Division
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Source: European Commission (video statements)
Have you ever wondered what the European Union was up to 50 years ago? Dive with us into the European Commission’s audiovisual archives and discover important anniversaries with our new weekly AV history teaser!
Upcoming anniversaries in the teaser:
· 1975: First European Council in Ireland
· 1985: President Jacques Delors’ speech on the working program of the CEC for 1985
· 2005: First European Remembrance Day for the Victims of Terrorism
· 2024: Press Conference after the first 100 Days of the past von der Leyen Commission
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
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Source: European Central Bank (video statements)
Opening remarks
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank
Source: European Central Bank (video statements)
In conversation
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank
Claudia Buch, Chair of the Supervisory Board of the European Central Bank
Klaas Knot, President of De Nederlandsche Bank
Annamaria Lusardi, Professor at Stanford University
Joachim Nagel, President of the Deutsche Bundesbank
Fabio Panetta, Governor of the Banca d’Italia
Source: European Central Bank (video statements)
Questions & answers and open forum
Closing remarks
Source: United Kingdom UK House of Lords (video statements)
Promoting women’s participation and leadership in science and technology in the UK and around the world was on the agenda in the House of Lords this week. Members debated the subject ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March.
Scientists, educators, medics, entrepreneurs and economists spoke in the debate on a range of subjects
Find out more, watch or read the full debate https://www.parliament.uk/business/news/2025/march/international-womens-day-on-lords-agenda/
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Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Ramaphosa engages with various stakeholders of the city of Johannesburg.
Source: US Army (video statements)
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Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements-2)
President Ramaphosa engages with various stakeholders of the city of Johannesburg.
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)
President Ramaphosa meets the leadership of the Johannesburg Metro Council
Source: United Nations (Video News)
Briefing by Tom Fletcher, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, on the situation in Yemen.
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In his briefing to the Council, Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator Tom Fletcher said, “severe funding cuts have been a body blow to our work to save lives.”
Fletcher said, “individual countries to decide how to spend their money. But it is the pace at which so much vital work has been shut down that adds to the perfect storm that we face.”
He told the Council that in Yemen and elsewhere, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) will need to cut expenses “dramatically,” and evaluate “the implications of the tough choices we are making on which lives not to save.”
Fletcher pointed out that “the crisis has a disproportionate and devastating impact on women and girls” who have suffered “from systematic discrimination and exclusion for decades.”
He said, “I am not here to defend programmes, spreadsheets and institutions, but people.”