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Ben Crompton Takes the Helm of Global Entertainment at Fremantle

March 5, 2026

Ben Crompton has stepped into a new role as the worldwide leader of entertainment for Fremantle, a major production house. He arrives from NBCUniversal, where he oversaw international unscripted shows, and previously ran U. S. operations for Lime Pictures, known for Netflix’s Dance Monsters and MTV’

business

New Leader Takes the Helm at One10, Aiming for Bigger Growth

March 5, 2026

One10 LLC, a company that uses science to boost motivation and performance, has announced that Drew Carter will become its new President and CEO. The change comes as part of a long‑term plan that the firm has been developing for several years, with a focus on growth through 2030. Carter will lead

politics

US Submarine Hits Iranian Ship Near Sri Lanka

March 5, 2026

A U. S. submarine struck an Iranian warship in the Indian Ocean on March 4, marking the first torpedo sinking of a vessel by the United States since World War Two. The attack occurred inside Sri Lanka’s exclusive economic zone, about 19 nautical miles from the port of Galle. The Iranian ship,

lifestyle

'Family‑Friendly Southern Eats Now Open in Mars Hill'

March 5, 2026

'In the quiet hills of Madison County, a new spot has appeared on the map for local diners. BoRudy’s Grill, opened on February 8 by Lisa Rice and her daughter‑in‑law Ashley Rice, offers a menu that feels like a cozy kitchen at home. The restaurant’s name comes from Lisa’s sons, Ashley’s husband Bren

technology

Illumia Rebrands and Celebrates 2026 Award Winners

March 4, 2026

The annual Momentum ’26 event, where users gather to learn and share, became the stage for Illumia’s fresh look. The company, known for its work in education, health care and corporate tech, rolled out a new visual identity that will replace the old Transact + CBORD name. A key part of the launch

politics

A Look at the DHS Hearing and Its Big Questions

March 3, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security has been shut down for almost a month because lawmakers couldn’t agree on a budget or new rules for immigration officers. Kristi Noem, the DHS secretary, will speak to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday about how this pause hurts everyday people. For exa

politics

The President, the Press, and a 14‑Second Pause

March 3, 2026

Jon Stewart, known for his sharp humor on the “Daily Show, ” took aim at President Donald Trump and the media that surrounds him. He criticized Trump for dragging the United States toward a conflict with Iran without explaining why it was necessary to the public. Stewart pointed out that past leader

science

Microbes May Have Hitchhiked From Mars to Earth

March 3, 2026

Scientists have long wondered how life first appeared on our planet. One idea suggests that tiny organisms could travel between worlds inside space rocks, a concept called lithopanspermia. While no proof of alien life on Mars exists yet, researchers at Johns Hopkins University tested whether bacteri

sports

Philly’s New Grappling Powerhouse: A Woman Takes the Lead

March 3, 2026

Philly just got a new sports team, and it’s led by a woman who’s turned her lifelong love of martial arts into a business venture. She grew up practicing tae‑kwon‑do and watching classic jiu‑jitsu matches, so when the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF) opened spots for new teams, she saw a chan

education

Winners Announced for the Year’s Awards

March 3, 2026

A new list of winners has just been revealed, and everyone who follows the event is excited. The announcement came from a local source that has been covering the awards for years, and it includes all of the important details. The winners were named during a small ceremony that was held in the tow