March 17 2014 News Access

Reports confirmed that 16 people died in a stampede during a massive government job recruitment drive involving roughly 500,000 applicants.

Following a Sunday vote, Crimea's parliament formally declared independence from Ukraine to join Russia, reporting a 96% majority in favor. March 17 2014 News

On March 17, 2014, the following major news events occurred: Reports confirmed that 16 people died in a

Major sponsors like Guinness and Heineken, as well as New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio , boycotted the NYC parade due to its exclusion of openly gay organizations. Culture & Sports U

President Barack Obama announced new sanctions targeting Russian and Ukrainian officials responsible for the "illegal referendum," stating the U.S. would not recognize the secession.

A 6.7 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Chile, prompting temporary tsunami warnings. Culture & Sports

U.S. Navy SEALs recaptured the Morning Glory , a tanker filled with Libyan oil that had been hijacked by rebels earlier in the month. Human Interest & Tragedy