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New Iranian Leader Promises Retaliation in Ongoing War

March 12, 2026

The new supreme head of Iran, 56‑year‑old Khamenei, issued his first public statement after taking office. He did not appear on camera; state TV simply read the remarks, leaving viewers to wonder why he stayed off‑screen. Reports suggest he may have been wounded during the initial clashes of the con

crime

Cosby Faces New Civil Case After Prison Release

March 12, 2026

Bill Cosby, recently freed from prison, is now the focus of a civil lawsuit in Los Angeles. The case involves one woman who claims he drugged and assaulted her during a 1972 comedy event. She says that after receiving wine and a pill from him, she was unable to recall what happened and woke up disor

sports

Murray’s New Stop and Other Sports Moves

March 12, 2026

Kyler Murray, the 28‑year‑old quarterback who has spent seven NFL seasons and one playoff game, is heading to the Minnesota Vikings this Thursday for a visit. Fans hoping he will jump to the Steelers instead of staying with his current team are likely disappointed, as the Vikings remain a priority i

politics

Shorter Day, Bigger Respect

March 12, 2026

The Utah legislature has approved a bill that makes Good Friday a half‑day holiday for schools. The move is not about promoting any religion; it simply lets students and families who observe the day have time to attend services or reflect. The bill came after Christian leaders testified that many

politics

Oil Release Moves to Calm Prices Amid Middle East Tension

March 11, 2026

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has decided to put 400 million barrels of oil into the market, its biggest release ever. This move follows earlier releases during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Gulf War, showing how the IEA steps in when supply is threatened. Germany, Austria and Japa

education

Smartphones at School: How They Affect Teens’ Focus

March 11, 2026

The study looks at how teens use phones while in class and whether it changes the way they keep their minds on tasks. Researchers followed kids from 11 to 18 years old, watching what they did with their devices during lessons. They found that the more a student’s phone was used for non‑academic thin

sports

Falcons Grab Tua Tagovailoa, Hill Cheers on Move

March 11, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons have added former Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to their roster on a one‑year contract. Tagovailoa, who once topped the league in passing yards, has struggled with injuries and inconsistent play during his six seasons in Miami. Now he faces a fresh start in Atla

opinion

Coastal Calm and Community Care

March 11, 2026

A sunny day at Pelican Bay beach near Marker 36 turned into a lesson in teamwork when deputies from the Collier County Sheriff’s Office worked together to rescue a stranded whale calf. Their coordinated effort, complete with proper gear and steady focus, showed how quickly professionals can act in a

health

Rethinking Men’s Fertility: Facts, Myths and the Real Causes

March 11, 2026

The world has noticed a dip in how many men can father children. Scientists agree the trend is real, but they are still debating why it’s happening. Some people point fingers at phones, electric cars or plastic waste, yet the truth is far more tangled. A 2017 study in Oxford journals claimed sperm c

politics

Children Stolen: A Hidden Crime in the Ukraine War

March 11, 2026

The United Nations has called the removal of thousands of Ukrainian children by Russia a crime against humanity. A commission set up after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022 says it has proof that Russian officials have moved or deported kids from occupied regions. It lists 1, 205 confirmed cases