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College Basketball Playoffs: Who’s Favored and Why

March 17, 2026

The 2026 college basketball playoffs are almost here, with all 68 teams already chosen. The opening round, called the First Four, starts Tuesday and Wednesday. Big names like Duke, Arizona, Michigan and Florida are seeded first and are the clear favorites to win their early games. In the First Four

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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

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March Madness 2026: Bracket Insights and Surprises Ahead

March 16, 2026

College basketball fans have been busy filling out their brackets since the 2026 NCAA Tournament field was announced. While no one can predict every game, careful analysis of each matchup can help fans spot potential upsets and confirm favorites. Below is a fresh look at the early rounds, organized

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NCAA Bracket Predictions Get Clearer as Conference Finals Wrap Up

March 14, 2026

The NCAA tournament bubble is tightening after the latest conference championships. Teams still fighting for a spot are making headlines, and analysts are sharpening their guesses of who will finish in the final 68. College basketball uses the NET ranking system to assess every team’s performance.

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Brackets in Motion: How the 2026 NCAA Picks Are Shifting

March 13, 2026

The path to March Madness is tightening as the last conference tournaments finish. Teams that were once on the bubble are now in the spotlight, and the top seeds may change depending on a few key games. The NCAA uses an advanced system called NET Rankings to decide who gets in and where they sit on

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High‑Earners Pay More: Washington’s New Income Tax

March 12, 2026

Washington state has approved a new tax that will target people who make more than one million dollars each year. The bill was passed by the Senate with a 27‑to‑21 vote and will now go to Governor Bob Ferguson for his signature. The measure is not as controversial in the Senate as it was earlier in

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Stars Celebrate Their Special Days on March 11

March 12, 2026

On this day, several well‑known actors and singers turn another year older. Johnny Knoxville, now 55, is famous for his stunt work in the “Jackass” series and recently began hosting a new version of “Fear Factor. ” Jodie Comer, 33, has gained attention for her role in the BBC drama “Killing Eve” and

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Jesse Jackson’s Legacy Sparks Call to Action at Memorial

March 7, 2026

A large gathering in Chicago honored a civil‑rights icon whose influence stretched from boardrooms to picket lines. The ceremony, held in a 10, 000‑seat Black church, mixed music, speeches and moments that felt both spiritual and political. Guests heard gospel singers and a popular singer perform

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Tragic Loss on the Trail: Three Women Vanish in Utah

March 7, 2026

A sudden tragedy struck a beloved hiking spot in Wayne County when 65‑year‑old Linda Dewey and her 34‑year‑old niece, Natalie Graves, were found dead near the Cockscomb Trailhead. The victims had been enjoying a familiar path that offered sweeping views of Utah’s dramatic cliffs when an unknown man

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Presidents Gather to Honor Civil‑Rights Leader in Chicago

March 6, 2026

Former U. S. Presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama and Bill Clinton are set to attend a large memorial service for civil‑rights activist Jesse Jackson in Chicago. The ceremony will take place at the House of Hope, a 10, 000‑seat venue on the city’s South Side. Jackson, who passed away last month at age