March 17 2014 News Instant

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

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

On March 17, 2014, the following major news events occurred: March 17 2014 News

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

Government forces, supported by Hezbollah, seized the strategic rebel-held town of Yabrud near the Lebanese border. On March 17, 2014, the following major news

Actor Wayne Knight , famous for his role in Seinfeld , took to Twitter to debunk a viral hoax claiming he had died in a car accident. News Roundup and Notes: Just Security

Florida was named the top-seeded team for the 2014 NCAA basketball tournament as the brackets were officially set. News Roundup and Notes: Just Security Florida was

Renowned fashion designer and long-time partner of Mick Jagger, L’Wren Scott , was found dead in her Manhattan apartment in an apparent suicide.