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Families pay their last respects as Iran buries victims of recent bombings

March 17, 2026

The spring rain fell gently on Behesht-e Zahra cemetery as family after family gathered around freshly dug graves. Each plot now marked a life cut short by the sudden violence that began with airstrikes three weeks ago. Among them was Arfan Shamei, just 23, whose mother Marzia Razaei clutched his po

business

Boeing and Rivals Eye War Risks in Plane Parts Supply

March 17, 2026

A big U. S. plane maker recently sent a note to its suppliers asking them to check if war in the Middle East might slow down the flow of jet parts. The request came as oil prices climbed past one hundred dollars per barrel, making travel and shipping pricier. Flights and cargo routes in the region h

politics

Who Really Runs Iran? Trump’s Confusion About Tehran’s Leadership

March 17, 2026

For months, global leaders have watched Iran’s leadership struggle with major changes. After the sudden death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in early attacks, his son Mojtaba Khamenei was quickly named as his replacement. Yet, even Washington admits it doesn’t fully understand who holds po

politics

Federal prosecutors push back after judge blocks Powell subpoenas

March 17, 2026

A federal judge recently stopped prosecutors from asking for documents tied to renovations at the U. S. Federal Reserve’s headquarters. The judge also blocked requests for testimony from Fed Chair Jerome Powell about those expenses. The judge argued there was little proof of wrongdoing but plenty of

politics

Will the U. S. Supreme Court protect temporary protections for Haitian and Syrian migrants?

March 17, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court has agreed to review whether the government can legally cancel Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 350, 000 Haitians and 6, 100 Syrians living in America. These protections were originally granted for safety reasons, but the current administration claims they should hav

politics

Court Stops President From Holding Back Billions in Funds

March 17, 2026

A federal court recently ruled against a plan that would have frozen trillions in federal aid. The case involved the Trump administration’s attempt to pause spending on government programs back in early 2025. The pause affected up to $3 trillion, covering grants, loans, and other financial support.

politics

Behind the Scenes: The Battle Over a Key Climate Research Hub

March 17, 2026

A major dispute has erupted over a respected climate research center in Colorado, with its leaders accusing the federal government of targeting the lab as political revenge. The center, known for tracking weather patterns and atmospheric changes, was founded by a group of 129 universities across Nor

science

Spring’s Official Start: The Science Behind the Equinox

March 17, 2026

March 20th brings a quiet but important moment: the Earth’s tilt briefly balances out. On this day, sunlight hits the equator directly, giving both hemispheres roughly equal hours of daylight and darkness. It’s a quirky cosmic coincidence that happens only twice a year. For thousands of years, cult

entertainment

Oscar Night Shifts: Why One Film Won Over the Other

March 16, 2026

The 2026 Oscars felt like a marathon, but it ended with a clear winner. Even after the Academy’s shift toward more diverse members, old patterns still mattered. A film called “One Battle” took Best Picture, just as it had won at the Golden Globes, BAFTAs, and critics’ circles. Its rival, “S

health

Resilience Helps Musicians Beat Hidden Childhood Stress

March 16, 2026

Musicians sometimes suffer from a rare problem called musician’s dystonia, where their hands or arms suddenly act out of control while playing. It is a task‑specific disorder that can affect up to one in every hundred professional players, and doctors still do not know all the reasons it happens. ...