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A Spy Plot in the U. S. : How a Pakistani Businessman Tried to Target American Leaders

March 5, 2026

The story begins with a man named Asif Merchant, who lived in Pakistan and ran several businesses. He was approached by an Iranian Revolutionary Guard officer in late 2022, who offered him a dangerous job. The plan was to hire hit men and use the money to try to kill high‑profile U. S. figures, incl

sports

Rodgers’s Next Move: No Concrete Talks With the Steelers

March 5, 2026

Aaron Rodgers, now a free agent, has said that there are no solid discussions or offers from the Pittsburgh Steelers for a potential second season in 2026. He mentioned speaking with former coach Mike McCarthy and team personnel like Omar Khan, but no deadlines or contracts have been presented. The

health

Youth Voices Shape New Mental Health Apps

March 5, 2026

Mental health problems among kids and teens have climbed after the pandemic. Smartphones can help by offering quick support, but most apps ignore what people from lower‑income or ethnic minority groups really need. If their views aren’t included, the apps may be hard to use and could widen health ga

politics

New Plan: Turning Streaming Fees into Live‑Music Funds

March 5, 2026

Portland is set to shake up its long‑standing arts tax. Council President Jamie Dunphy says the current $35 yearly levy on adults earning over $1, 000 is outdated and poorly managed. He plans to reallocate some of the unused $9 million that sits in reserve, aiming to give about $1. 5 million a year

business

Rhode Island Life Science Hub Boss Resigns, New CEO on the Horizon

March 5, 2026

Mark Turco, who took over as chief executive of Rhode Island’s Life Science Hub in January 2025, will leave the post on March 11. He has accepted a CEO role at an unnamed medical‑device firm, stepping back into the private sector. The Hub’s new leader will inherit a bold plan and tight deadlines, as

education

Naval Tech Adventure Brings Real‑World STEM to High School

March 5, 2026

The U. S. Navy recently took its mobile “Strike Group” show to Tohopekaliga High, where students experienced the world of naval aviation and tech in a hands‑on way. Instead of a lecture, kids walked through three interactive stations that used virtual reality headsets, maps and a full‑motion simu

politics

Trump’s Iran Gamble: A Power Play Gone Wrong

March 3, 2026

Trump has pushed himself into a risky conflict with Iran that could backfire on both foreign policy and his own political future. By announcing plans to topple the Iranian government, he is hoping for a quick victory that would keep him in control of the U. S. narrative and prevent a domestic loss a

crypto

Cryptocurrency Boom in Iran: Miners Back Off from Bitcoin Sales

March 3, 2026

Iran’s crypto scene has seen a sharp rise in activity, with more people joining mining operations and buying digital coins. The surge comes at a time when the country’s miners are hesitating to sell their Bitcoin holdings, creating a unique market dynamic. The increase in mining is driven by both

entertainment

A Fresh Twist on the Classic Murder Mystery

March 3, 2026

The show that has become a standout on Peacock is not the longest running, but it packs a punch in its two seasons. Created by Rian Johnson, it brings a new angle to the age‑old whodunit genre that has seen everything from horror‑filled thrillers to cozy detective tales. Johnson’s series, starring N

opinion

Wildlife Matters More Than Politics

March 3, 2026

The fall in crime rates has nothing to do with any political party. The data shows a clear decline, and it is important for people to look at the facts before blaming one side or another. In Colorado, some folks still blame Democrats for everything that goes wrong, but the numbers say otherwise.