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Sweet 16 Showdowns: Key Matchups and What to Watch

March 27, 2026

The women’s NCAA tournament is back on Friday with four Sweet 16 games that promise drama and surprises. Vanderbilt faces Notre Dame in a battle of standout players. The Fighting Irish have pushed further than many expected, while the Bulldogs boast a high‑scoring offense. A defensive showdown

crime

Young Driver Accused of Intentional Crash and Drug Charges

March 27, 2026

A 22‑year‑old man from North Charleston is now in court on several serious accusations. Police say he deliberately hit another car with the goal of harming its passengers. The incident happened early Friday on International Boulevard. The driver, named Joseph Gordon Jr. , was arrested after officer

finance

Micron’s Big Drop: Is It a Buying Chance or a Warning?

March 27, 2026

Micron Technology’s stock fell nearly twenty percent in the last week, even after a record earnings announcement that blew past Wall Street forecasts. The dip shows how quickly investor mood can shift in a market buzzing with AI excitement; great results do not always keep the price steady. The sli

politics

AI Centers on Pause: A Call for a Break

March 27, 2026

A new proposal aims to stop the construction of AI data centers in the U. S. until safety rules protect workers, consumers and the planet. The idea was pushed by two well‑known progressive figures. They argue that the rapid growth of these facilities threatens power grids, raises electricity bills

entertainment

Lesbians Reimagined: A New View in a Long‑Running Comic

March 27, 2026

Alison Bechdel’s comic strip, running from 1983 to 2008, offered a fresh way to see lesbian life. Instead of fitting into the usual male‑centered stories, her characters stood out by sharing common threads while also highlighting their unique differences. This blend created what can be called a “uni

sports

Dodgers Shine on Opening Day, but the Real Stars Are the Trophies

March 27, 2026

The first thing that caught everyone’s eye at the Dodgers’ opening‑day game was not a fireworks display or a celebrity cameo; it was two gleaming trophies that glowed under the afternoon sun. The 2024 and 2025 World Series cups were carried into the dugout by two veteran players who had helped win

celebrities

Celebrity families swap Hollywood for France

March 27, 2026

Hollywood actors are packing up and moving to France, chasing privacy and a calmer life for their children. The trend began with big names like George and Amal Clooney, Angelina Jolie and Natalie Portman. They say the U. S. film scene feels like a pressure cooker, with every comment watched fo

crime

Online Scams Linked to $20 Billion Black Market Face Global Pushback

March 27, 2026

A shadowy online marketplace handling cryptocurrency just got hit with sanctions that could freeze its operations. The UK government named Xinbi Guarantee, a platform that lets users trade in stolen data, money-laundering tools, and even tech used for running scams. This isn’t just a small operation

crime

UK Takes Action Against Crypto Scams Tied to Trafficking

March 27, 2026

The UK government recently froze assets linked to a major Southeast Asian scam network, including properties in London. The crackdown targets a crypto marketplace called Xinbi, accused of selling stolen personal data and helping launder money for North Korean hackers. Over $19 billion in crypto has

opinion

Utah Faces a New Controversy Over ICE Detention Plans

March 26, 2026

The idea of building a huge ICE detention center near Salt Lake City has sparked worry among many people in Utah. The plan would hold 7, 000 to 10, 000 detainees in a building that is larger than the state’s whole prison system. It would be located about 9. 6 miles from Temple Square, a central spot