YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP | | | | Nicole Fallert
Newsletter Writer & SEO Editor
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Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Here's what's breaking this morning: |
Nicole Fallert here, bringing you the news to know on Wednesday, from impacts to gas prices and why some U.S. cities are getting a public transit revamp. Plus, a worldwide baseball game. |
Why you may pay more for gas |
In retaliation for U.S. and Israeli attacks , Iran says it has closed the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial Middle Eastern export route that carries 20% of global oil flows, resulting in a halt of petroleum shipments and a surge in oil prices. |
| • | One Republican could unleash Senate chaos over Kristi Noem. North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis threatened to hold up legislative business unless the Department of Homeland Security answers his questions about immigration enforcement in his state. | | • | Breaking weather records. Hundreds of record highs and record warm lows will be in jeopardy, according to Weather.com. Even the chilly and snowy Northeast will see highs in the 60s and 70s this coming weekend. | | • | Time to take the bus. U.S. host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will receive more than $100 million in transit improvement grants for everything from buying additional buses to providing transportation assistance for disabled visitors and express shuttle service to fans. | | James Talarico speaks to his supporters during his election night watch party in Austin, Texas, on March 3, 2026. Omar Ornelas/El Paso Times/USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images |
In Texas' closely watched Democratic Senate primary, state Rep. James Talarico , a rising star courting moderates with a populist-minded message, defeated U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a firebrand known for taking on Republicans in Congress, according to CNN and Decision Desk HQ. In the Republican primary, incumbent Texas Sen. John Cornyn and state Attorney General Ken Paxton are headed to a May 26 runoff election. Here are five takeaways from Tuesday's primary elections. |
The World Baseball Classic is back! Nearly 200 Major League Baseball players will take part in the worldwide tournament that begins Wednesday with Taiwan taking on Australia in the first pool play matchup. The U.S. kicks off its tournament March 6 in Houston against Brazil. Here is a team-by-team look at the MLB players competing. |
Have feedback on the Daily Briefing? Shoot Nicole an email at NFallert@usatoday.com. | | Congress will vote this week on whether to authorize President Donald Trump's war in Iran. It may not matter, experts say. | | U.S. Southern Command launched operations in Ecuador in conjunction with the country's military, it announced March 3. | | | | Texas state Rep. Steve Toth won the Republican congressional primary over U.S. Rep. Dan Crenshaw, NBC News and the Associated Press reported. | | | | Even in popular European destinations, some U.S. travelers say rising global tensions are adding anxiety to their trips. | | | | | Four Cascio siblings, previously staunch supporters of Michael Jackson, claim the alleged "serial child predator" drugged and raped them in the '90s. | | | | SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket is scheduled to launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida. Here's how (and what time) to watch early morning (or late-night) liftoff | | | | On a new episode of husband Benny Blanco's "Friends Keep Secrets" podcast, Selena Gomez confirms she's the muse behind Taylor Swift's "Evermore" track. | | | | "Love is Blind" Season 10's Keya and Jessica say they asked men whom they voted for in the 2024 presidential election, which "dwindled" their dates. | | | | USA TODAY's daily news podcast, The Excerpt, brings you a curated mix of the most important headlines seven mornings a week. | | | | Our app gives you award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, eNewspaper and more. | | | | | Play Your Way to a Relaxing Break | Unwind with crosswords and challenges that recharge you. | | | Sign up for the news you want | Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. | | | | | |
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