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China Steps In: Let's Talk, Not Fight

March 15, 2026

China's foreign minister, Wang Yi, had a chat with his Afghan counterpart, Amir Khan Muttaqi, over the phone. He suggested that Afghanistan and Pakistan should sort out their issues by talking, not fighting. Wang advised both sides to stay calm and meet face-to-face soon to stop the fighting and tal

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Island Living on a Budget: Where to Retire Without Breaking the Bank

March 15, 2026

Ever thought about retiring on an island but worried about the cost? It might not be as expensive as you think. The South Pacific offers a mix of warm weather, stunning views, and a relaxed lifestyle that can be quite affordable compared to many places in the U. S. To find the best spots, we looked

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Airport Traffic Stopped After Strange Smell

March 14, 2026

A sharp chemical odor hit a Virginia air‑traffic control center, forcing the FAA to shut down three major airports in the Washington area. The incident began when controllers at Potomac Consolidated Terminal RADAR Approach Control could no longer work because the air smelled strongly of chemicals. T

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Heavy Rains Leave Nairobi and Kenya With 62 Dead

March 14, 2026

The latest figures from Kenyan police show that the death toll from last week’s severe flooding has climbed to 62, including eight children. Nairobi, the country’s capital, suffered the most with 33 fatalities reported in a statement released on X. Across Kenya, more than 2, 000 families have been f

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Reclaiming a Drum: A Century‑Old Return to the Ivory Coast

March 13, 2026

For more than a hundred years, a giant drum that once echoed through the villages of the Ebrié people was kept far from its homeland. French soldiers seized the instrument in 1916, then shipped it to Paris where it sat on museum shelves for decades. Now the drum, known locally as Djidji Ayôkwé or

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UAE Arrests 21 People for Posting Missile Footage

March 13, 2026

The United Arab Emirates has taken a hard line against social media posts that show missile and drone attacks coming from Iran. Twenty-one individuals, including a 60‑year‑old tourist from Britain, were charged under the country’s cybercrime rules. The British man was taken into custody in Dubai

business

Travel Plans in Turmoil: What the Iran Conflict Means for Your Trips

March 13, 2026

The war near Iran is already affecting everyday costs like gas and groceries, but its impact on travel goes far deeper. As airlines scrambled when fighting started in late February, flight routes were disrupted and prices began to climb, especially for long‑haul journeys that usually cut through Mid

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Cuba Talks to the U. S. as Energy Shortage Hits Hard

March 13, 2026

Cuban leaders have opened a conversation with Washington, a first step after years of tension. President Miguel Díaz‑Canel said the meetings aimed to tackle the growing power crisis and other differences between the two nations. He did not give details, but the timing suggests a response to the isla

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Ivorian Drum Returns Home After a Century

March 13, 2026

In the heart of Abidjan, a lively crowd of chiefs and villagers gathered at the airport on Friday to greet a giant drum that had been away for more than 100 years. The instrument, known as Djidji Ayokwè or “Panther‑Lion” in the local language, is over three metres long and almost 400 kilos heavy. It

weather

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Weather: What to Expect This Sunday

March 13, 2026

The big St. Patrick’s Day celebrations are coming up in several New England cities, and people will be lining streets like Broadway in South Boston or watching the processions in Worcester, New Haven, and Portland. These parades are known for going ahead even when the weather is less than perfect; o