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Rising Gas Costs Spark Debate Over Energy Policy

March 7, 2026

The price of gasoline in the United States climbed once more, marking a new peak for a gallon that has risen by 34 cents—about an 11 percent jump—since the onset of military tensions between the U. S. and Iran. Gasoline averaged $3. 32 per gallon, its highest level since September last year, acco

politics

Celebrating a Legacy: The Life and Impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson

March 7, 2026

Thousands gathered in Chicago to honor the late civil‑rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose influence spanned decades of activism and politics. The ceremony drew former presidents, senators, local officials, artists, and ordinary citizens who remembered Jackson’s relentless fight for justice. F

crime

Tragic Loss on the Trail: Three Women Vanish in Utah

March 7, 2026

A sudden tragedy struck a beloved hiking spot in Wayne County when 65‑year‑old Linda Dewey and her 34‑year‑old niece, Natalie Graves, were found dead near the Cockscomb Trailhead. The victims had been enjoying a familiar path that offered sweeping views of Utah’s dramatic cliffs when an unknown man

politics

Iran School Explosion Likely From U. S. Strike

March 7, 2026

Satellite pictures and expert opinions point to a U. S. airstrike as the cause of a blast that killed many children at an elementary school in Minab, Iran. The attack happened on February 28 and is the deadliest civilian incident since the war began, with over 165 victims. The school sits beside a R

politics

Family Facing Forced Return to Colombia Despite Safety Concerns

March 7, 2026

A mother from the Bay Area and her two young sons were taken to a U. S. immigration office in San Francisco, where they were quickly detained and later sent back to Colombia. The case involves a 5‑year‑old boy who needs special hearing devices and a 6‑year‑old child with significant deafness. Both c

finance

Stocks and Bonds Face a Test as Iran Conflict Stirs Markets

March 7, 2026

The recent conflict involving Iran shook Wall Street, but it did not cause a collapse. Instead, it highlighted the weaknesses of investment strategies that rely on spreading risk to protect against market turbulence. During the week, shares and government bonds fell together. Oil prices climbed sha

politics

Government Ads Raise Questions Over Money and Connections

March 7, 2026

Senators Peter Welch and Richard Blumenthal are asking three companies that landed a $220 million advertising deal to explain how they might have helped former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and her adviser Corey Lewandowski make money. The firms involved are Safe America Media, People Who

politics

Kurds, Trump and a Fragmented Iran: A New Chessboard

March 7, 2026

"The United States and Israel appear to be reshaping the Middle East by encouraging Kurdish fighters in Iran to spark conflict that could split the nation. The plan, if it exists, would aim to weaken Tehran’s grip and create a power vacuum that the Kurds might try to fill. In recent reports, Trum

health

Unexpected Itching: A New Side Effect of Popular Weight‑Loss Shots

March 7, 2026

People taking GLP‑1 drugs, like Ozempic or Wegovy, are reporting a new problem: constant itching that can ruin sleep and daily life. The itch appears all over the body, not just where the shot is given, and it can be severe enough that users feel they might scratch to the point of bleeding. Socia

entertainment

Heart‑Beat Alert: Drew Carey’s Unexpected Health Wake‑Up Call

March 7, 2026

Drew Carey, known for his lively hosting and sitcom success, found himself facing a serious health scare that almost halted his career. While filming his long‑running show, he noticed an alarming spike in his heart rate during a casual jog. “I thought I was going to start jogging, ” he said, recalli