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Venezuela’s Victory Shows the Limits of American Pride on the Diamond

March 18, 2026

The World Baseball Classic ended with a 3‑2 defeat for Team USA, and the loss highlighted how national pride can sometimes outweigh skill on the field. Instead of focusing on the game itself, the U. S. squad turned every play into a patriotic display: players saluted after hits, wore shirts with

finance

Fed Keeps Rates Still While Oil Prices Spike

March 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve is likely to leave interest rates unchanged, even as oil prices jump past $100 a barrel. This decision comes after years of political pressure on the Fed, with some politicians calling for lower rates and even threatening to replace the chair. In recent legal battles, a jud

science

Improved Tool Lets Scientists Watch GABA in the Brain

March 18, 2026

Scientists have created a better way to see the brain chemical GABA. The new sensor, called iGABASnFR2, is brighter and faster than the first version. It can change its glow quickly when GABA appears, so researchers see signals more clearly. The team made many tiny changes to the protein.

politics

Trump temporarily lifts ship rule to keep oil flowing

March 18, 2026

President Trump has announced a 60‑day pause on the Jones Act, an old law that requires U. S. ships and crews for domestic cargo moves. The waiver is aimed at speeding the flow of oil, gas, fertilizer and coal into American ports while military operations in the Middle East continue. The move comes

politics

Iran’s Missile Plans: A Long‑Term Concern, Not an Immediate Threat

March 18, 2026

The U. S. intelligence community has repeatedly stated that Iran is still several years away from fielding missiles capable of striking the United States. During a Senate Intelligence Committee hearing, two senior officials—Tulsi Gabbard, the Director of National Intelligence, and John Ratcliffe, th

sports

WNBA’s New Deal: Bigger Pay, Fresh Start

March 18, 2026

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and its players’ union have finally reached a tentative agreement after more than a year of talks. The deal, still in principle, will set the stage for the league’s 30th season that kicks off on May 8. Negotiations dragged from March to June, wi

sports

Draft Day Shuffle: Teams Pick, Trade and Plan Ahead

March 18, 2026

The 2026 NFL draft starts with the first pick, where a top quarterback from Indiana is expected to go to Las Vegas. The second pick lands a strong edge rusher from Ohio State on the Jets, who have been busy adding defenders. The third pick sees a ready‑made pass rusher from Texas Tech move to Washin

sports

March Madness 2026: Bracket Breakdown & Cinderella Chasers

March 18, 2026

The 2026 NCAA tournament is on the horizon and the four regions are shaping up in ways that surprise even seasoned fans. In the East, Duke’s flawless 32‑2 record and a hard‑won ACC crown have them pegged as the top seed, but injuries to key players could open the door for UConn’s veteran‑led squad.

entertainment

Future Pixar and Disney Releases Line Up for 2028

March 18, 2026

The newest Disney chief, Josh D’Amaro, confirmed that the sequel to the beloved Lilo & Stitch will debut on May 26, 2028. That date falls on Memorial Day weekend, a prime slot for family movies. Meanwhile, Pixar’s long‑awaited Incredibles 3 is scheduled to arrive in theaters on June 16, 2028. At the

politics

Russia Gains Cash While Oil Prices Soar

March 18, 2026

Russia has seen a sudden rise in money from selling oil, thanks to U. S. sanctions easing and price spikes caused by the Iran conflict. The U. S. Treasury allowed a short‑term pause on sanctions for Russian oil already loaded onto ships, hoping to keep the market steady. Treasury Secretary Scott Bes