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Bermuda is a tiny island in the North Atlantic, about 650 miles from North Carolina. It feels like a tropical getaway even in winter, with temperatures often staying in the high 60s to low 70s. The island is British‑styled: you drive on the left, speed limits are low, and cars are rare. Instead,

Staten Island Wants More Police and Youth Programs

The District Attorney of Staten Island spoke to the New York City Council this week, asking for extra money to help keep the borough safe and curb crime among young people. He joined other borough attorneys and a special narcotics prosecutor to discuss the upcoming budget for 2027. During the mee

finance

Energy Prices Skyrocket as Middle East Conflict Hits Global Supply

The fight in the Middle East has cut a major oil passage, causing worldwide fuel shortages and higher prices. Because of attacks on the Strait of Hormuz, about one‑fifth of global oil and gas can no longer move through that narrow channel. Simultaneously, strikes on energy plants in the region

technology

Apple’s iPhone Sales Surge in China Amid Market Decline

Apple has achieved a remarkable 23 % increase in iPhone sales across China during the first nine weeks of 2026, a stark contrast to the overall market downturn that saw smartphone purchases drop by about 4 %. The growth is largely attributed to strategic pricing and the inclusion of the iPhone 17 in

health

A Close Look at Chicken Pox in Winnetka Schools

Health officials confirmed a chicken pox case at Crow Island School in Winnetka, Illinois. The announcement came in a letter sent home to parents. Most kids already have protection thanks to vaccines or past infections. But if a child hasn’t been vaccinated or caught chicken pox before, they might s

crime

Cash Moves: How a Lawyer Explained Big Withdrawals

March 20, 2026

The lawyer for the late financier spoke before Congress, saying his client needed large amounts of cash to keep many homes running. He mentioned houses in New York, Florida, New Mexico, Paris and the U. S. Virgin Islands. The money was used for things like repairs, daily supplies, gifts and fuel for

Kharg Island: A Hot Spot in the Middle East War

The U. S. has been hitting Kharg Island, a key oil hub in Iran’s Gulf coast, during its fight with Tehran. President Trump says the island’s oil facilities were left alone, but he warned that could change if Iran blocks ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The strait is a major oil route; about 20 million

Japan Leader Heads to Washington Amid Middle East Tensions

The Japanese prime minister will visit the White House for the first time since a former U. S. president asked Japan to help patrol a vital sea route in the Middle East. She arrives as the U. S. faces a new conflict involving Iran, and her trip is meant to strengthen ties with Washington while ke

U. S. , Allies Ready New Weapons as Iran Moves Up the Threat Scale

The United States has begun using different kinds of aircraft to counter Iranian drones. Instead of long‑range missiles, the U. S. is now deploying Apache helicopters and A‑10 jets in a new plan announced by top military leaders. This change shows the U. S. is advancing its tactics, but offici

Fed Nominee Asked About Links to Jeffrey Epstein