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What’s Hot to Watch and Listen This Week

March 23, 2026

A special show about “Hannah Montana” will air soon. Miley Cyrus appears in the anniversary episode, and fans can see new footage from her early career. New songs are also coming out. Swedish singer Robyn drops fresh tracks that blend pop with electronic beats. American artist Charlie Puth

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EU‑Mercosur Deal Starts May 1, But Only Partly

March 23, 2026

The European Union and the South American group Mercosur have agreed that their trade pact will begin to work on a provisional basis from May 1. This means the main parts of the agreement will be active for EU countries and those Mercosur members who have finished their approval steps by the end o

business

Cencora Acquires EyeSouth’s Retina Practice for $1. 1 Billion

March 23, 2026

Cencora has agreed to purchase the retina division of EyeSouth Partners for a total of $1. 1 billion, adding a group of specialists who focus on diseases of the eye’s back wall to its own eye‑care arm, Retina Consultants of America. The new team will help treat conditions that can lead to vision los

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A Basketball Journey That Spans Two Worlds

March 23, 2026

Emanuel Sharp grew up between two continents, moving from Tel Aviv to Tampa at a young age. He now plays for the Houston Cougars, but his roots trace back to both Israel and America. Born in Israel, he spent most of his childhood in Florida where basketball became a daily routine. Sharp’s fam

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From Small Town to Big Court: A Basketball Journey

March 23, 2026

A young athlete from Southborough, Massachusetts grew up in a family that moved to the United States from Belarus and Ukraine. His parents, Olga and Alexei, settled in America after leaving their home countries, bringing with them a strong work ethic and love for sports. The player’s early basketbal

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Luke Kennard: From Franklin Roots to Lakers Glory

March 23, 2026

Luke Kennard’s recent three‑point burst helped the Los Angeles Lakers secure a tight 105‑104 victory over the Orlando Magic, marking his ninth consecutive win for the team. The moment highlighted his reputation as one of the NBA’s sharpest shooters, but it also drew attention to the man behind the b

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Lakers’ Bench Star: The Story Behind Jarred Vanderbilt

March 23, 2026

Jarred Vanderbilt joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2023 after a trade that brought him from Minnesota. The team saw his potential early and offered a four‑year, $48 million extension in September of the same year. He is known for grabbing rebounds and playing hard on defense, even though his average

opinion

Finding Joy by Listening to Others

March 23, 2026

The question is simple: are you happy? When people pause from daily worries and look inward, many say no. A recent survey of American readers revealed a mix of dissatisfaction and a few hopeful voices, but overall the mood skews toward unhappiness. The United States ranks 23rd in a global happine

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Gas Prices Won’t Rise From the Strait Block

March 23, 2026

The Iranian forces have shut down the Strait of Hormuz, hoping to hurt America by pushing up fuel costs. But the U. S. relies on oil that passes through this waterway only a little, so American gas should stay stable. Most of the oil that moves through the strait is headed to China, India and Japan,

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Philadelphia Sports Fest: From Basketball to Golf

March 23, 2026

Philadelphia is gearing up for a whirlwind of events that will put the city on the map. The NCAA men’s basketball tournament kicked off this week, drawing huge crowds to a local arena and setting the stage for a summer packed with major sports. After two nights of college hoops, the focus will shift