Several WA schools, Wing Luke Museum close or open late due to snow
Green River College in Auburn is closing early at 10 a.m., and Highline College in Des Moines is closing at 10:30 a.m.
Day: March 13, 2026
War in the Middle East: A sailor stranded in the Gulf fears for his safety
Since the beginning of the conflict in the Middle East, many merchant vessels have been stranded in the Gulf, as the Strait of Hormuz has become a high-risk area following several attacks attributed to Iran.
Among them is Wang Shang, a Chinese sailo…
Ukraine finds new role as protector of US, Gulf allies amid Iran war
Having abandoned Ukraine, the US has sought Kyiv’s support in defence from Iranian drones.
Andrew and Peter Mandelson pictured in bathrobes with Jeffrey Epstein
Trio captured relaxing around a wooden table in photo believed to have been taken on Martha’s Vineyard Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Peter Mandelson have been pictured in bathrobes alongside Jeffrey Epstein, in the first known photograph of them toget…
Latest news bulletin | March 13th, 2026 – Evening
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Plenary round-up – March I 2026
The key debate of the March I 2026 plenary session was on the preparation of the upcoming European Council meeting of 19‑20 March 2026, focusing on broader geopolitical developments, including the situation in the Middle East and the consequences of the United States-Israel military operation against Iran. The Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan, addressed the Parliament in a formal sitting.
Roberta Metsola, President of Parliament marked the opening of the 2026-2027 annual session in a statement and announced the first laureates of the newly established European Order of Merit, recognising their significant contributions to European integration and values. Parliament also celebrated International Women’s Day.
Seattle parents upset at proposed school staff cuts
Parents at two alternative Seattle schools say proposed staffing cuts will inequitably impact their students and communities.
Seattle U’s Caroline Penner ‘humbled’ by Seattle Sports Star of the Year nomination
Caroline Penner’s breakout season with Seattle U earned her a nomination for the Seattle Sports Star of the Year awards. “Just so honored,” she said of the recognition.
Why college basketball season, NCAA tournament should start later | Mailbag
NCAA basketball should shift the start of the regular season and the NCAA tournament back by several weeks, Jon Wilner writes. Here’s why.
WA aims to stabilize carbon market, lower costs with key strategy
Linking carbon markets with California and Quebec is a long-sought way to inject stability and predictability into these uncertain times, state officials say.