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Indian Sailors Waiting for a Way Home

March 14, 2026

A group of Indian seafarers has been stuck off the coast of Iran for two weeks. They are at Bandar Abbas, a busy port on the Persian Gulf. The area is dangerous because drones and missiles have set nearby ships on fire. One sailor, Ambuj, is 26 years old and has not seen his family for six

politics

U. S. and Israel Respond to Iran Strikes, Raising Global Tension

March 3, 2026

The U. S. has launched a rapid strike against Iran after learning that Israel planned to attack Iranian targets, officials said on Monday. The move was described as a pre‑emptive action to protect American troops from retaliation and avoid higher casualties. Since the initial attacks on Saturday, si

politics

Iran and U. S. Ready for New Talks in Geneva

February 25, 2026

Iran believes the upcoming meeting with the United States can lead to a positive result, according to President Masoud Pezeshkian. A delegation headed by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is heading to Geneva for discussions about Tehran’s nuclear program. The U. S. delegation will include envoy Ste

entertainment

Art and Activism: Hiam Abbass's Bold Stand at the Berlin Film Festival

February 16, 2026

At this year's Berlin Film Festival, a heated debate erupted over the role of politics in cinema. Hiam Abbass, a well-known French-Palestinian actress, strongly believes that art and politics are deeply intertwined. She is currently showcasing two films at the festival, both carrying powerful politi

technology

Drunk Driving Tech: A Race Against Time

February 16, 2026

A law aimed at reducing drunk driving deaths is stuck in the slow lane. The law, passed in 2021, requires new cars to have tech that detects if a driver is drunk or impaired. This tech could be things like sensors that check for alcohol in the air or scanners that track eye movements. The goal is to

politics

Iran’s 47th Revolution Day: Pride, Tension and a Nuclear Future

February 11, 2026

The 1979 Islamic Revolution reached its 47th anniversary in Iran on a day that mixed celebration with political pressure. State television broadcast crowds cheering for the government, burning American flags and chanting “Death to America! ” while fireworks painted Tehran’s night sky. Some viewers,

politics

Iran's Tense Stand-off: Protests, Talks, and Threats

January 12, 2026

Iran is in a tough spot right now. The country is dealing with massive protests, economic troubles, and a complicated relationship with the US. The European Parliament has decided to ban Iranian diplomats from its buildings. This is because of the violent way the Iranian government is handling prote

business

Michigan's Cannabis Industry Faces a Steep Tax Hike

January 2, 2026

Michigan's cannabis industry is in for a rough ride as a new tax policy kicks in. Starting January 1st, a 24% wholesale tax joins the existing 10% retail tax and 6% sales tax. This means cannabis products are now hit with a total tax of 40%. This is a big deal for businesses like Green Acres Cannabi

politics

Diplomatic Shuffle: Iran and Lebanon's Foreign Ministers Switch Plans

December 12, 2025

Lebanon and Iran are playing a game of diplomatic musical chairs. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji turned down an offer to visit Tehran, but he didn't slam the door shut on talks. Instead, he sent an invitation for Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi to come to Beirut for a chat. Araqchi, w

education

What If All Americans Took the Citizenship Test?

November 20, 2025

The U. S. Citizenship and Immigration Services recently introduced a tougher civics test for immigrants seeking citizenship. This test now includes more challenging questions, such as naming five of America's original states and explaining the significance of the Federalist Papers. While this might