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Powerless Cuba: A Day Without Light and Hope

March 17, 2026

The island of Cuba faced a full‑scale power outage that left its 11 million residents in the dark on Monday, just hours after the government announced it would welcome foreign investment for the first time. The blackout struck when the aging electrical network collapsed, a symptom of the long‑standi

politics

Ukraine Leader Arrives in UK for NATO Talks

March 17, 2026

Zelensky flew to London after weeks of fighting on the eastern front. The Ukrainian president met with NATO head Jens Stoltenberg and British Prime Minister Rishi Starmer to discuss support for Ukraine’s defense efforts. The talks were held in a quiet setting, away from the media glare that often su

entertainment

Old‑School Consoles: A New Look at the 7th Generation

March 17, 2026

The third wave of home consoles—Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and Nintendo Wii U—has recently been labeled “retro” by a major retailer. This claim sparks debate because the term feels both vague and loaded. Many fans argue that calling these systems retro is a mistake. They point out that the 360 and PS

crime

True Crime in 2025: New Voices, Old Stories

March 17, 2026

The year 2025 offered a surprising shift in the true‑crime world, moving away from flashy rehashes and toward deeper, more human stories. Some releases still followed the old formula: a new angle on a famous serial killer or a celebrity drama that feels rushed to beat online rivals. But many f

politics

New Lives on the Field: Iranian Athletes in Exile

March 17, 2026

Iranian sports stars who left their country face sudden upheaval. One former futsal player, after being photographed playing with men and without a hijab in Switzerland, learned she could no longer return home. She lost family ties, safety and even her pet, and now lives in a new country where she m

politics

Drinks Shut Down: Damascus Bars Face New Rules

March 17, 2026

The Syrian government has decided to shut down alcohol sales in restaurants and bars across the capital city. The order, announced by the local governor on Monday evening, says that venues must change their licenses from “nightclub” or “bar” to “cafe. ” Only sealed bottles can be sold for take‑away,

crime

Police Officer Gets Over Five Years in Prison for Crypto Scams

March 17, 2026

A former deputy from Los Angeles County’s sheriff’s office was sentenced to more than five years in prison. The officer, who also flew helicopters for the department, worked with a cryptocurrency businessman to trick rivals and falsely arrest them. The judge said the officer abused his power.

science

Why Bamboo Sheaths Change Color: A Simple Look at the Science

March 17, 2026

"Bamboo is famous for tasty shoots, but what makes their outer sheaths look so different? Scientists studied five types of a popular bamboo called Chimonobambusa utilis. Each type was named C1 through C5, and researchers measured how bright or dull each sheath looked. One variety, C1, had a very lig

politics

Will the U. S. Supreme Court protect temporary protections for Haitian and Syrian migrants?

March 17, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court has agreed to review whether the government can legally cancel Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 350, 000 Haitians and 6, 100 Syrians living in America. These protections were originally granted for safety reasons, but the current administration claims they should hav

politics

Court Stops President From Holding Back Billions in Funds

March 17, 2026

A federal court recently ruled against a plan that would have frozen trillions in federal aid. The case involved the Trump administration’s attempt to pause spending on government programs back in early 2025. The pause affected up to $3 trillion, covering grants, loans, and other financial support.