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When Newsrooms Put Feelings Before Facts

March 19, 2026

Back in the late 1970s, a famous TV reporter named Mike Wallace didn’t soften any punches when he interviewed a powerful Iranian leader. He called out the leader’s harsh treatment of women and shared harsh words about him from other world leaders. Wallace believed his job was to report the news stra

politics

Shepherds in the Zagros Mountains keep going despite the chaos

March 19, 2026

In the rugged Zagros Mountains, where Iraq meets Iran, life hasn’t changed much for some shepherds. They still climb the same hills their families have used for generations, even as wars rage around them. The mountains have seen decades of conflict—missiles, drones, and fighter jets scream overhead,

environment

The Hidden Battles to Restore Nature Before It’s Too Late

March 19, 2026

Scientists working behind the scenes aren’t waiting for politicians to act—they’re already using clever tricks to fix Earth’s big problems. One big issue they’re tackling is dirt. By 2050, some places might run out of healthy soil, which is like losing the foundation for growing food. Instead of jus

health

Simple Guide to Mixing Meds for Dravet Syndrome

March 18, 2026

Dravet syndrome is a tough type of epilepsy that does not get better with one drug. Doctors often have to give patients three or more seizure medicines at the same time. The mix of drugs is very complicated because it includes special medicines for Dravet (like stiripentol, cannabidiol, and fenflura

health

What Happens When Weight‑Loss Injections Stop?

March 18, 2026

Millions of people use GLP‑1 drugs like Ozempic or Wegovy to lose weight. They often ask: what will happen once the injections end? Older clinical trials said people would gain back much of the weight quickly. These studies were very controlled and did not show what happens in everyday life

health

Heart Health Depends on Sticking With GLP‑1 Drugs

March 18, 2026

A new study shows that the heart protection you get from GLP‑1 medicines fades quickly once you stop taking them. Researchers examined records of more than 333, 000 people with type‑2 diabetes who were treated through the Veterans Health Administration. Those on GLP‑1 drugs, such as semaglutide (Oze

politics

Iran’s Possible Stand‑Off: A Different Take

March 18, 2026

The idea of “winning” in war feels a bit like a wrestling match. In the ring, there are clear winners when both sides agree on the outcome, and there are messy finishes where everyone can claim victory. Wars usually have a clean ending, but many do not. Major wars like the world wars had clear winne

health

Social Media and Teen Mental Health: A Fresh Look

March 18, 2026

The number of young people in their late teens and early twenties who feel depressed or anxious is climbing fast. At the same time, more of them are spending hours on social media sites. Scientists do not yet know whether these platforms help or hurt their mental well‑being, leaving a big gap

politics

Cesar Chavez’s Legacy Shaken by Unsettling Accusations

March 18, 2026

The story begins with a quiet confession from two women who, as children in the 1970s, suffered repeated abuse at the hands of a man celebrated for his fight for farmworkers. Years later, they spoke up, fearing that revealing the truth would damage a movement they had helped build. In 1966, anoth

politics

Russia Gains Cash While Oil Prices Soar

March 18, 2026

Russia has seen a sudden rise in money from selling oil, thanks to U. S. sanctions easing and price spikes caused by the Iran conflict. The U. S. Treasury allowed a short‑term pause on sanctions for Russian oil already loaded onto ships, hoping to keep the market steady. Treasury Secretary Scott Bes