Protesters rally outside White House amid nationwide anti-Trump demonstrations

A large number of people gathered near the White House on Saturday to protest President Donald Trump’s agenda, building on a widespread effort by anti-Trump organizers to galvanize voters concerned with the administration’s policies and significant use of executive authority. Attendees of the protest, which took place at Lafayette Square Park in Washington, D.C., told…

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Aftershocks and lack of resources hinder recovery work 3 weeks after Myanmar’s deadly earthquake

BANGKOK — Basic services have yet to be restored to the areas of Myanmar worst hit by a huge earthquake three weeks ago, and emergency workers recovering bodies and clearing debris are contending with regular aftershocks and lack of resources, humanitarian services say. A situation report issued late Friday by the U.N. Office for the Coordination…

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Gerber teething sticks still on shelves despite recall over choking concerns, company warns

Recalled and discontinued Gerber Soothe ’n’ Chew teething sticks are still available on retailer shelves and online despite concerns over choking incidents, the company announced Friday. The company issued a reminder that all batches of strawberry apple and banana teething sticks were initially recalled in January after choking incidents were reported, with at least one emergency…

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