Get a Smart Start to Your Week: Fani Willis, Russian Election, Realtor Commissions, Pence Endorsement, Arrest in Poisoning Case

The public absence of Catherine, Princess of Wales, has become an international joke, with amateur detectives mixing genuine concern with wild conspiracy theories. In other news, Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is allowed to continue prosecuting the Georgia 2020 election interference case against former President Donald Trump. The 6% commission in home purchases has been eliminated, expected to reduce costs in the real estate market. Former Vice President Mike Pence refused to endorse Donald Trump, and Blaise Taylor, an analyst at Texas A&M, has been arrested for his alleged involvement in a double homicide.
Several states are holding primary elections on Tuesday, including Arizona, Florida, and Illinois, as well as the special election to fill former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s seat. On Wednesday, the Fed will announce a decision on interest rates, with indications that the economy may soften this year. In Colorado, funeral home owners accused of improper body storage will face arraignment hearings on Thursday. Congress faces another government funding deadline on Friday, potentially leading to a partial shutdown.
In other news, the “One Thing” podcast explores how gang violence led to the resignation of Haiti’s prime minister and the challenges faced by citizens in need of food and stability. Israel’s war against Hamas has affected the observance of Ramadan for children in Gaza. Emma Stone won her second Oscar, and the US House Judiciary Committee questioned a witness involved in an investigation into President Joe Biden. Ukraine threatened to ban TikTok, and Oscar nominee Ryan Gosling performed at the Academy Awards.
The public concern over the absence of Princess Catherine intensified after a photo distributed by Kensington Palace was withdrawn due to alleged manipulation. SpaceX launched a rocket, but it was lost despite achieving multiple milestones. James Crumbley, father of Oxford High School shooter Ethan Crumbley, was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, stemming from his negligence in providing a gun to his son. The Los Angeles Marathon and the start of March Madness mark a busy week in sports. Check out CNN Photos for a visual recap of the week’s events.
Upcoming events include the streaming debut of “Palm Royale” on Apple TV+ and the premiere of “The American Society of Magical Negroes” in theaters. March Madness is underway for college basketball, with Selection Sunday today. The Los Angeles Dodgers and San Diego Padres open the MLB season in Seoul, while the Los Angeles Marathon takes place today. Test your knowledge with CNN’s news quiz, and say hello to spring as the new season begins.