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When policies clash with basic safety

March 19, 2026

A recent legal battle over who gets to use a women-only spa in Washington State has sparked heated debates about safety, privacy, and how far anti-discrimination laws should go. At the center of the dispute is Olympus Spa, a traditional Korean bathhouse that welcomes female customers—including teena

lifestyle

Fast food meets face masks: Taco Bell’s bold beauty experiment

March 19, 2026

Fast food chains aren’t just selling tacos anymore. Taco Bell is now diving into skincare with a surprising new product: Baja Blast under-eye patches. These caffeine and citrus-infused stickers promise to "energize skin and deliver cooling hydration, " blending two worlds that don’t seem to mix. The

health

Kent Outbreak: What Teens and Schools Need to Know

March 18, 2026

A sudden rise in meningococcal disease has hit Kent, a county on England’s southeast coast. The health agency reports about 20 young people have tested positive, and two students—one from the University of Kent and another from a nearby high school—have sadly died. Health officials say this spread i

education

Learning to Care After Trauma: A Fresh Look at Training

March 18, 2026

In a recent study, nine health, social and education workers were asked about their new knowledge of trauma‑informed care (TIC) after attending a training session. The researchers used a well‑known behavior change model to analyse the interviews, looking at what people could do, had the chance to do

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

sports

Women‑Owned College Gear Takes the Spotlight

March 18, 2026

Fanatics is putting a spotlight on women‑run brands for Women’s History Month. The focus isn’t just on the big names; it’s about fresh styles that let fans show support in a modern way. The collection includes WEAR by Erin Andrews, Gameday Couture, and Baublebar. Each brand offers a differe

sports

A New Era for Women’s Basketball

March 18, 2026

The WNBA and its players’ union have just signed a new collective bargaining agreement that could change the sport forever. After more than 100 hours of talks in New York, the deal was sealed at dawn on Wednesday. The players now have a higher salary cap—$7 million for 2026, up from $1. 5 mill

politics

Iran Signals Threat to Gulf Energy Sites After Southern Attack

March 18, 2026

Iran’s oil facilities in South Pars and Asaluyeh were struck on Wednesday, sparking a warning from Tehran that it could hit energy sites in Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Qatar. The news sent Brent crude futures up more than 6 %, almost reaching $110 a barrel. Analysts say an assau

entertainment

Celebrities Who Vanished From Public Life

March 18, 2026

Some stars choose to step away from the spotlight, leaving fans curious. A Reddit discussion highlighted several well‑known figures who have largely disappeared from media attention. Tom Anderson, known for his early internet fame, no longer appears in news stories or interviews. Adele, the

politics

War in the Middle: A New Twist on an Old Problem

March 17, 2026

The idea that war is easy to start but hard to finish has shown up again, this time with the United States and Iran. Trump said in a short video that U. S. and Israeli forces would strike Iran, aiming to destroy its navy, missiles and nuclear program in a few weeks. Three weeks later, many of Iran’s