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Parents Eye Private Schools as City Cuts Gifted Programs

March 7, 2026

New York parents feel uneasy about Mayor Mamdani’s plan to end gifted programs for kindergartners in public schools. The move has sparked a surge of interest in private schools, where parents already invest heavily in tutoring and networking to secure spots. Some families have formed online groups t

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Celtics Fans, Lakers Tension, and a Family’s Unexpected Day in LA

March 7, 2026

The game at Crypto. com Arena turned into more than just a 120‑point loss for the Lakers. Fans of the Celtics, led by seasoned season‑ticket holder Ted Lorden and his two sons, found themselves in a heated exchange with opposing fans during the final minutes. Lorden, who arrived wearing a Jaylen Bro

politics

Kurds, Trump and a Fragmented Iran: A New Chessboard

March 7, 2026

"The United States and Israel appear to be reshaping the Middle East by encouraging Kurdish fighters in Iran to spark conflict that could split the nation. The plan, if it exists, would aim to weaken Tehran’s grip and create a power vacuum that the Kurds might try to fill. In recent reports, Trum

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Coach Lou Holtz: A Legacy of Winning and Wisdom

March 5, 2026

Lou Holtz was a college football coach who led six different schools to bowl games, most famously turning Notre Dame into a national champion in 1988. He passed away at age 89 in Orlando, Florida; the exact time and cause of death were not disclosed. Holtz had been receiving hospice care since Janua

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Moravia’s Girls Basketball Team Falls Short in Sectionals

March 5, 2026

The Moravia girls’ basketball squad faced a tough challenge at the sectionals and ended up losing to Delaware Academy. The game was competitive, but Delaware’s players managed to outscore Moravia in key moments. Moravia’s team showed strong effort, but the margin of defeat was clear. The loss

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Sinners Scores Record Seven Wins at 2026 Dorian Awards

March 4, 2026

The 2026 Dorian Film Awards saw a dominant performance by the film Sinners, which captured seven top prizes and set a new record for the event. Ryan Coogler, who directed and wrote the movie, earned both Best Film and Director of the Year honors, while his screenplay also took home the Screenplay

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Golden Goals, Quiet Cheers

March 4, 2026

The United States won both men’s and women’s Olympic hockey titles in a surprising double triumph that had the country buzzing. When the teams returned home, they were ready to celebrate without any political drama. Yet the first moments after the medals seemed likely to turn into a mix of pol

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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

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Arizona Holds Off Iowa State to Grab Big 12 Crown

March 3, 2026

The Arizona Wildcats finished the regular season with a decisive win, beating Iowa State 73‑57 to claim the Big 12 title outright. Jaden Bradley poured in 17 points, while Motiejus Krivas added a solid 13. The victory gave coach Tommy Lloyd his 140th win, the most in NCAA history for a coach’s first

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A Global Baseball Face‑off: What to Watch in 2026

March 3, 2026

The World Baseball Classic starts this week with four groups of five nations each. Teams play every opponent in their group, and the best two from each move on to a knockout stage. The event’s structure keeps fans guessing because even small shifts in performance can change the playoff picture. Poo