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Books that Reveal the Hidden Story of Tuberculosis

March 18, 2026

In many stories, tuberculosis has been a silent background character. Authors from the past to today have brought it to the forefront, using their words to show how the disease has shaped lives and societies. These writers have shared history, imagined worlds, recounted personal battles, and exami

technology

Clear Aligners and 3D Printing: A Manufacturing Revolution in Orthodontics

March 18, 2026

The company behind one of the most popular clear aligner systems has quietly become the largest consumer of 3D printers worldwide. Instead of relying on traditional mold-making, this company is now shifting its entire production to direct 3D printing of plastic aligners. The move aims to cut costs,

weather

Winter lingers: What Michigan can expect after the big blizzard

March 18, 2026

The massive blizzard that shut down much of northern Michigan has finally moved on, but it left behind a mess that won’t vanish overnight. Places like Marquette and Negaunee just set new snow records in 48 hours, burying roads under heavy drifts. The Upper Peninsula and areas from Traverse City to t

science

Mystery Boom Over Cleveland Likely Linked to a Falling Meteor

March 18, 2026

A loud explosion-like noise startled people in Cleveland and nearby states one evening. Many wondered if it was an accident or something else. Reports came in from as far as New York and Pennsylvania, describing windows rattling and walls shaking. Some residents thought an explosion had gone off nea

entertainment

Oscars lose viewers under Conan O'Brien's second hosting year

March 18, 2026

The Oscars faced a noticeable drop in viewers during Conan O'Brien's second year as host, with numbers falling compared to his debut. About 17. 9 million people watched the 98th Academy Awards on ABC or Hulu, marking a 9% decline from his first year. That first year, after the pandemic, saw a big su

science

Bright Sky Flash Shakes Ohio and Pennsylvania

March 17, 2026

A bright streak across the morning sky startled people in Western Pennsylvania and parts of Ohio. The light, described by locals as a “daylight fireball, ” appeared at about 9 a. m. and was followed by a loud boom that made buildings vibrate. Scientists confirmed the event was caused by a small ast

politics

First‑Day Votes Show Early Voters Lead

March 17, 2026

The primary on Tuesday saw many people voting early, but the numbers on Election Day matched last year’s turnout. At a school in Evanston, an 18‑year‑old student tried voting for the first time. She said it felt normal because her parents had voted before. The student liked meeting candidat

politics

Powerless Cuba: A Day Without Light and Hope

March 17, 2026

The island of Cuba faced a full‑scale power outage that left its 11 million residents in the dark on Monday, just hours after the government announced it would welcome foreign investment for the first time. The blackout struck when the aging electrical network collapsed, a symptom of the long‑standi

politics

Cesar Chavez’s Legacy Under Scrutiny

March 17, 2026

The United Farm Workers has decided to stop all planned events honoring its founder, Cesar Chavez, after receiving what it calls “troubling allegations. ” The union did not specify the claims but described them as serious enough to warrant action. A number of celebrations across the country have alr

sports

Venezuela vs. USA: A World Baseball Classic Clash of Determination

March 17, 2026

The 2026 World Baseball Classic final pits a relentless Venezuelan squad against a United States team eager to reclaim glory. The game will be held at loanDepot Park in Miami on March 17, with fans able to tune in via FOX. Team USA entered the tournament as a top seed but stumbled early, losing t