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The Strait of Hormuz: Calm in the Storm

March 13, 2026

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that worries about a closed Strait of Hormuz are overblown, claiming the U. S. has plans to keep oil moving even while Iran’s forces threaten shipping. He brushed off reports that the Pentagon had no strategy before the recent conflict, noting that Iran has long u

entertainment

Creative Engine Signs Big Deal With A24

March 13, 2026

The deal marks a new chapter for Drew Comins, who has built a reputation as a sharp producer behind hits like “Yellowjackets. ” Now his company, Creative Engine Entertainment, will work exclusively with A24 to create original series for streaming. The agreement covers multiple years and gives Crea

entertainment

Spensering Life of a Genre‑Juggler

March 13, 2026

Dan Simmons, who died at 77, wrote more than thirty books that spanned science‑fiction, horror, fantasy, crime and history. He was a master at following his own creative urges; if one publisher resisted his vision, he would move on. His most famous work is the four‑volume “Hyperion Cantos. ” The

politics

Greenland's Coalition Shifts as Siumut Leaves the Cabinet

March 13, 2026

The governing group in Greenland has lost a key partner when Siumut announced it would exit the coalition. The decision comes after the party’s leader warned that two of its ministers had joined Denmark’s parliamentary race without notifying the cabinet. Prime Minister Jens‑Frederik Nielsen expre

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Italy’s Power Play: Pasquantino’s Triple‑Homer Wins World Baseball Classic

March 12, 2026

Pasquantino hit three home runs in a single game, a first for the World Baseball Classic. His blasts helped Italy defeat Mexico 9‑1 and secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The win also allowed the United States to advance as the second team from their group. Italy’s victory broke a streak of

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New Iranian Leader Promises Retaliation in Ongoing War

March 12, 2026

The new supreme head of Iran, 56‑year‑old Khamenei, issued his first public statement after taking office. He did not appear on camera; state TV simply read the remarks, leaving viewers to wonder why he stayed off‑screen. Reports suggest he may have been wounded during the initial clashes of the con

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USA Keeps World Baseball Classic Dream Alive After Italy’s Upset

March 12, 2026

The United States has avoided a first‑round exit at the 2026 World Baseball Classic thanks to an unexpected victory by Italy over Mexico. The Italians, who finished the pool with a perfect 4‑0 record, outscored Mexico 9‑1 in Houston’s Daikin Park. That result also secured a spot for the U. S. team,

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Oil Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Rise

March 12, 2026

Oil markets surged early Thursday, pushing the benchmark Brent crude above $100 a barrel after recent spikes near $120 triggered by attacks on shipping routes. The surge reflects growing worries that supply could be cut off from the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint where about one‑fifth of world oil p

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Irritated Waters: Boats, Mines and a Burning Question

March 12, 2026

The Gulf of Oman saw a night of chaos when small boats, said to be from Iran and packed with explosives, struck two fuel tankers near Iraq. The attacks set the ships ablaze and killed a crew member, while four other vessels were hit by projectiles in nearby waters. The tankers carried fuel from Iraq

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Insurance Plan Aims to Keep Oil Shipping Safe Amid Gulf Tensions

March 12, 2026

A new U. S. insurance program is stepping in to help ships travel through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route that connects Persian Gulf oil fields with the wider world. The plan is led by Chubb, a large insurer, and works with the Development Finance Corporation to cover potential damage from war‑rel