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Fed Nominee Asked About Links to Jeffrey Epstein

March 19, 2026

Senator Elizabeth Warren, the leading Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, has sent a letter to Kevin Warsh asking him to explain any contact he may have had with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Warsh was chosen by President Trump to become the next chair of the Federal Reserve

politics

Russian Jet Skips Estonian Borders, Diplomats Take Action

March 19, 2026

Estonia quickly called in a Russian diplomat after an aircraft crossed its airspace near the northern coast on March 18. The fighter, a SU‑30 model, drifted over Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland for roughly one minute before returning to Russian airspace. The incident prompted Estonia’s Foreig

science

Risk of Chikungunya Returns to French Polynesia

March 18, 2026

The chikungunya virus has come back in some overseas areas of France and on the mainland, which worries health officials about a possible spread to French Polynesia. Scientists studied how people mix in the islands and found that certain patterns could let the virus travel more easily. For exa

lifestyle

Staten Island Gets a New Juice Spot That Says Science Is the Key

March 18, 2026

A fresh juice shop is opening on Staten Island, bringing a science‑backed menu that started in New Jersey. The new location at 2955 Veterans Rd. W. , inside South Shore Commons, is the first time the brand has left its home state. The owner, Gianna Rebosio, says the move makes sense because friends

politics

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

Cuba’s Leader Could Be Forced Out As U. S. Negotiations Heat Up

March 17, 2026

The United States is pushing for a change at the top of Cuba’s government during talks about the island’s future. Officials say they want President Miguel Díaz‑Canel to step down, but the rest of Cuba’s Communist leadership would stay in place. This approach keeps the country’s ruling party in

sports

College Basketball Playoffs: Who’s Favored and Why

March 17, 2026

The 2026 college basketball playoffs are almost here, with all 68 teams already chosen. The opening round, called the First Four, starts Tuesday and Wednesday. Big names like Duke, Arizona, Michigan and Florida are seeded first and are the clear favorites to win their early games. In the First Four

weather

Why March Weather Acts Like a Mood Swing: Extreme Conditions Explained

March 17, 2026

March often feels like weather whiplash—and this week is no exception. From blizzards in the Midwest to flash floods in Hawaii, the U. S. is experiencing a mix of extremes. But why now? Early spring acts like a meteorological battleground. Cold air from Canada still lingers, while warm, moist air pu

politics

Cuba Opens Doors for Overseas Investors

March 16, 2026

A Cuban deputy prime minister said the island will let people living abroad, especially in places like Miami, put money into and own businesses back home. The announcement comes as the country tries to revive its economy after a tough energy crisis and a few rare protests. The official highlighte

politics

New York City's Parking Plan: A Costly Shift for Drivers

March 16, 2026

New York City is considering a big change that could impact drivers. The idea is to turn free street parking into paid parking spots. This is not just about adding meters; it's about dynamic pricing, which means you'd pay more when parking is in high demand. Think of it like surge pricing on ride-sh