The 7: Where Iran has retaliated with strikes; how to avoid microplastics; lunar eclipse; and more

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Flash offer: Read for 50¢ a week Billed as $2/four weeks for the first six months, then $14/four weeks. Pricing subject to change. Cancel anytime. → PUBLISHED BY READ ONLINE   By Hannah Jewell and Izin Akhabau Listen to this briefing Good morning. It's Monday, March 2, and there's a lot of news to catch up on from the weekend. Let's get right to it. The U.S. and Israel's attack on Iran is expanding into a regional crisis. This weekend: President Donald Trump said his goal was regime change, but with no plan for what comes next. See where Iran has retaliated in these satellite images and videos. Among those killed: Three U.S. service members and Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Iran also reported more than 150 children dead in an Iranian elementary school. Overnight: Three U.S. jets were downed in "apparent friendly fire." Follow live updates here. Read this story       Democrats demanded an immediate vote to restrain Trump on Iran. Their goal: To try and reclaim Congress's constitutional power to declare war. They may not succeed — here's why. Meanwhile, Trump has sought to avoid owning the attack. What do Americans think? Some Trump supporters sharply criticized the strikes. And Iranian Americans watched from afar with a mix of frustration, hope and dread. Another impact: American pocketbooks could be hit with higher prices for gas and other goods. Read this story       Tomorrow's Senate primary in Texas will shape the midterm elections. Two high-profile Democrats — Rep. Jasmine Crockett, right, and state Rep. James Talarico — are facing off Tuesday for the nomination. (Bob Daemmrich/The Texas Tribune/Bloomberg/Getty Images) State of play: The race between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico is testing Democrats on race and gender. And Republican Sen. John Cornyn could lose his primary. If Democrats take control of the House in January: Lawmakers are already planning to launch an array of investigations — and summon the president to testify. Read this story       An Ohio newspaper's newest star writer isn't human. It's AI: At the 184-year-old Cleveland Plain Dealer, a top editor's push to let AI draft news articles is boosting traffic — and spooking staffers. Here's what they told The Post. Zooming out: While other news publications — including this one — have been innovating with AI, using the technology to draft complete articles is mostly unchartered territory. Read this story       Another winter storm will hit the U.S. this week. Today and tomorrow: Icy mix will hit the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, with the potential for snow. Check our city-by-city forecast and see the weather in your area here. Be careful out there: Even small amounts of freezing rain can cause big problems on the roads. In much of the East, this winter has been the coldest one in more than a decade. Read this story       A doctor answered your burning questions about microplastics. Readers asked: Should they worry about using plastic bags in the freezer? Water pitchers? Invisalign and retainers? Trisha Pasricha gave five pieces of advice. Want to eat and drink fewer microplastics? They can be found everywhere — but drinking tap water, avoiding plastic food containers and these other strategies can cut exposure. Read this story       Advertisement   Wake up early tomorrow if you want to see a lunar spectacle. The moon glows red as it is immersed in the darkest part of the Earth's shadow on March 14, 2025, in Reston. (Jahi Chikwendiu/The Washington Post) What is it? A total lunar eclipse, visible over the entire contiguous U.S. For 58 minutes, the moon will turn into a rusty red "blood moon" as it slips into the Earth's shadow. For East Coasters: A rare sight will grace the sky, as the eclipsed moon and the sun will briefly be visible on opposite horizons. Here's what time to set your alarm. Read this story       Before you go … is the "Scrubs" reboot millennial cringe? Of course it is, and that's OK. Plus: The newest TV shows and movies to stream right now. One more good read: How 10-minute procedures and routine scans become five-figure medical bills. We want to hear from you: Do you have questions about stories you've seen in The 7? Send them here. We'll find the right person to answer them and share responses in our weekend edition. And finally … take a game break: News quiz: This person's sartorial choices are the topic of today's On the Record.    Word game: One word to spell 'em all! Can you solve today's Keyword in 6 guesses? Crossword: It's time to solve! Play now.    Wridges: Speed and spell your way up to a high score in our newest game.   You're all caught up. See you tomorrow. 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