March 16: Video of Russian jet-US drone collision released. Mexican pharmacy pills laced with fentanyl: Study

J. Scott Wilson

2 years ago

Good morning! It’s Thursday March 16, 2023. Here’s a look at your news across the nation:

1️. Video: Russian fighter jet collides with US drone

Russian fighter jet approaches U.S. surveillance drone before collision over international waters. (Credit: U.S. Air Force)

2. Mexican pharmacies selling fentanyl-laced pills: Study

FILE – This photo provided by the U.S. Attorneys Office for Utah and introduced as evidence in a 2019 trial shows fentanyl-laced fake oxycodone pills collected during an investigation.

3. Biden vows to lower prescription drug prices

President Biden returns to the White House in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, March 9, 2023. Biden held an event in Philadelphia, Pa., to discuss his newly released FY 2024 budget.

4. Border Patrol understaffed and struggling: Texas officials

In this file photo from 2022, Border Patrol Agent Orlando Marrero questions a group of migrants about a missing companion that ran away from agents in Sunland Park, New Mexico.

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FRENCH BULLDOG OUSTS LABARADOR RETRIEVER TO BECOME TOP US BREED

Frenchies ousted Labrador retrievers from the top spot after a record 31 years.

FILE – Lola, a French bulldog, lies on the floor prior to the start of a St. Francis Day service at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Oct. 7, 2007, in New York. The American Kennel Club announced Wednesday, March 15, 2023 that French bulldogs have become the United States’ most prevalent dog breed, ending Labrador retrievers’ record-breaking 31 years at the top. (AP Photo/Tina Fineberg, File)

📅 What we’re watching

🔴 The Energy Information Administration releases its Annual Energy Outlook, providing long-term projections of U.S. energy production, consumption and markets.

🔴 Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen testifies about President Joe Biden’s proposed 2024 budget before the Senate Committee on Finance.

🔴 The first round of the NCAA Men’s Basketball “March Madness” championship tournament begins.

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