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“Upsets Ahead: When the Big Seeds Might Drop”

March 19, 2026

Florida, the top seed in the South bracket, looks strong on paper because of its big frontcourt. Yet its guard play is weak, with a low shooting percentage from beyond the arc and many turnovers. A game against Houston could be tough, because the Cougars are a top‑five team and will play close to ho

politics

New DHS Leader Faces Big Test After Narrow Committee Vote

March 19, 2026

Markwayne Mullin, a senator from Oklahoma, just got past the first big hurdle in his journey to head the Department of Homeland Security. The Senate committee that reviews these appointments threw out a narrow 8‑to‑7 vote in his favor. All Republicans on the panel voted yes except for Rand Paul, who

politics

Mullin Faces Tough Questions Before Leading Homeland Security

March 18, 2026

Sen. Markwayne Mullin, the Republican chosen by former President Trump to head the Department of Homeland Security, had a rocky confirmation hearing that highlighted concerns about his temperament and past foreign trips. The meeting was heated from the start, with Senate Homeland Security chair Rand

entertainment

Future Pixar and Disney Releases Line Up for 2028

March 18, 2026

The newest Disney chief, Josh D’Amaro, confirmed that the sequel to the beloved Lilo & Stitch will debut on May 26, 2028. That date falls on Memorial Day weekend, a prime slot for family movies. Meanwhile, Pixar’s long‑awaited Incredibles 3 is scheduled to arrive in theaters on June 16, 2028. At the

politics

Michigan Senate Race Signals Shifting Politics

March 18, 2026

Michigan voters face a new U. S. Senate contest that could change the national balance of power. The current seat, held by Democrat Gary Peters, will open after he steps down this year. Republicans and Democrats are scrambling to name candidates for the August 2026 primary and the November general e

business

Peloton’s New Gym Gear: A Fresh Take on Fitness

March 16, 2026

Peloton has stepped out of the home‑studio corner and into busy gym floors with its latest line of bikes and treadmills. The company says the new gear is built to stand up to heavy use, thanks to a partnership with Precor that began when Peloton bought the brand in 2021. The move follows years of

politics

Peace Call Amid Rising Conflict in the Middle East

March 15, 2026

The Pope has spoken out strongly, asking for an immediate stop to the fighting that is spreading across Iran and its neighboring areas. He described the violence as “atrocious” and said it has killed thousands of civilians, causing widespread pain. The Pope’s message comes as the war between the Uni

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Blair, Epstein and a Secret Meeting at Downing Street

March 13, 2026

In 2002, former British Prime Minister Tony Blair was invited to a brief sit‑down at the official residence in London by none other than Jeffrey Epstein, the financier known for his later criminal charges. The invitation came after Peter Mandelson, a senior Labour figure with close ties to both men,

sports

Court Switch Shakes Up Big 12 Semifinals

March 13, 2026

Kansas won its quarterfinal match with a narrow 78‑73 score, and the Big 12 Conference made a surprise decision afterward: the tournament’s hardwood will change for Friday’s semifinals. The league said that after talking with coaches from the remaining teams, they chose a traditional wooden floor to

celebrities

Barbra Streisand Earns Honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes

March 11, 2026

Barbra Streisand will be awarded an honorary Palme d’Or during the 79th Cannes Film Festival in May, marking her debut appearance at the event. The award is a recognition of her long‑standing influence on cinema and popular culture. The ceremony will take place on May 23, the day the festival han