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Thousands gathered in Chicago to honor the late civil‑rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose influence spanned decades of activism and politics. The ceremony drew former presidents, senators, local officials, artists, and ordinary citizens who remembered Jackson’s relentless fight for justice. F

Iran School Explosion Likely From U. S. Strike

Satellite pictures and expert opinions point to a U. S. airstrike as the cause of a blast that killed many children at an elementary school in Minab, Iran. The attack happened on February 28 and is the deadliest civilian incident since the war began, with over 165 victims. The school sits beside a R

science

Moon Mission Revamp: NASA Sets a Faster, Safer Path Forward

NASA has announced big changes to its Artemis plan, aiming to get more rockets flying and reduce risks. The new strategy keeps the goal of landing astronauts on the Moon in 2028 but rearranges how that happens. Instead of waiting three years between launches, the agency now wants a flight every ten

National Symphony Boss Leaves Amid Kennedy Center Turmoil

The National Symphony Orchestra’s top executive has announced her resignation, adding fresh disappointment to the Kennedy Center’s ongoing challenges. The center is already grappling with shrinking crowds, performers pulling out, and the loss of its opera wing after President Trump’s controversial i

Sri Lanka Welcomes Iranian Crew After U. S. Attack Raises Tensions

The situation in the Indian Ocean grew tense when a U. S. submarine sank an Iranian warship near Sri Lanka’s coast, prompting the island nation to act swiftly. After the incident, an Iranian ship named the IRIS Bushehr drifted into Sri Lankan waters and sent a distress signal. The Sri Lankan navy re

finance

Retail Shoppers Pull Back in January as Weather Hits Hard

January sales at U. S. stores dipped more than many had predicted, marking the sharpest decline since May. The Commerce Department’s latest data showed a 0. 2 percent drop from December, falling short of the flat trend economists had forecast. Seasonal adjustments were applied, but inflation was not

sports

A Quick‑Start Team: How USA’s Baseball Squad Got Together Fast

The U. S. baseball team had only a few days to turn strangers into teammates before their first game in the World Baseball Classic. They met at a single practice in Phoenix, where the captain told everyone to “dive into each other” and build trust quickly. After practice, a dinner at the Global Amba

Russia Gains and Loses as Trump’s Actions Shift Global Power

The United States has recently intensified its military campaign against Iran, a move that has had mixed results for Russia. On one hand, higher prices for oil and gas have helped Moscow’s economy, while the country also promotes itself as a reliable source of energy for other nations. Additionally,

Jesse Jackson’s Farewell: A City Comes Together

The House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side hosted a heartfelt farewell for Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil‑rights icon who passed away on Feb. 17 at age 84. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton took the stage, each sharing memories that highlighted Jackson’s lifelong fight for

China Cuts Waste, Aims for Smart Spending