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$60M Subway Money Fight: New York Goes to Court

March 17, 2026

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, which runs New York City’s subway system, has taken the federal government to court over a missing $58‑million payment that could hold up the Second Avenue line’s long‑awaited expansion. The lawsuit, filed in Washington’s Court of Federal Claims, alleges

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

technology

Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with a Starlink Launch

March 17, 2026

The day began early in Florida, where a Falcon 9 rocket was set to lift off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. The mission, called Starlink 10‑46, carried 29 new satellites that will join the growing network of low‑Earth orbit internet nodes. Launch time was fixed for 9:27 a. m. , and the c

politics

France Will Join Hormuz Mission Only If Iran Agrees

March 17, 2026

President Macron has signaled that France is ready to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, but only after fighting stops and with Iran’s approval. The statement follows comments from former President Trump suggesting France might get involved in a future operation. Macron’s wording

health

Higher Sugar‑Like Foods May Lower Diabetes Risk

March 17, 2026

A recent study in Europe looked at people who ate more foods that contain special sugar‑like molecules called dicarbonyls. The researchers found that those who had a higher intake of these compounds seemed to have fewer cases of type 2 diabetes. The study followed thousands of participants over man

entertainment

Jessi Ngatikaura Sets the Record Straight About Taylor Frankie Paul

March 17, 2026

The drama around Taylor Frankie Paul has hit a new peak. A rumor spread that other reality‑show stars felt jealous of Taylor because she’s about to headline ABC’s “The Bachelorette. ” The claim came from a podcast host on Instagram who said that several cast members were upset about Taylor stealing

technology

New AI Graphics Tech Sparks Big Gamer Backlash

March 17, 2026

The new DLSS 5 promise from Nvidia has stirred a storm among players and creators. Earlier versions of the technology helped boost game speed and clarity, but this update dives deeper into real‑time AI to overhaul lighting and textures. Nvidia markets it as a leap toward Hollywood‑style visuals, cla

sports

Venezuela vs. USA: A World Baseball Classic Clash of Determination

March 17, 2026

The 2026 World Baseball Classic final pits a relentless Venezuelan squad against a United States team eager to reclaim glory. The game will be held at loanDepot Park in Miami on March 17, with fans able to tune in via FOX. Team USA entered the tournament as a top seed but stumbled early, losing t

technology

Oppo’s New Foldable: A Smart, Slim Phone That Stands Out

March 17, 2026

Oppo has released a fresh foldable that could catch the eye of tech lovers who prefer a sleek, powerful phone. The new model arrives only in Asian markets for now, but its design and specs suggest it can compete with the top foldables on the market. The company’s main focus is making the crease alm

health

Kids’ Bones and the Hidden “Forever” Chemicals

March 17, 2026

Scientists have found that a group of man‑made chemicals, called PFAS, can lower bone strength in children. PFAS are used in many everyday items such as non‑stick pans, waterproof clothing and food packaging. They do not break down easily, so they stay in the air, dust, soil and even in about half o