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How U. S. Health Policy Changes Sparked Legal Battles

March 17, 2026

In early 2025, the Trump administration pushed major changes to U. S. healthcare rules, touching everything from vaccine guidelines to research funding. These moves led to multiple lawsuits from states, medical groups, and advocacy organizations. One key change involved removing COVID-19 shots from

politics

Behind the Scenes: The Battle Over a Key Climate Research Hub

March 17, 2026

A major dispute has erupted over a respected climate research center in Colorado, with its leaders accusing the federal government of targeting the lab as political revenge. The center, known for tracking weather patterns and atmospheric changes, was founded by a group of 129 universities across Nor

science

Rocket Journeys: From Tiny Beginnings to Giant Dreams

March 16, 2026

The first liquid‑fuel rocket, named “Nell, ” lifted only 41 feet on its debut a century ago. Though modest, it sparked the era of spaceflight that would see humans walk on the Moon decades later. Celebrating this milestone, several staff members share their most memorable launch experiences. One

politics

A Sudden Loss in Texas: An Afghan Family’s Tragic Day

March 16, 2026

Paktyawal, a 41‑year‑old Afghan veteran who had fled the war and sought asylum in the United States, died less than a day after being taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Dallas suburb of Richardson. The incident unfolded on a Friday morning when masked agents surro

health

Mom’s Battle With Cancer and the Hard Truth

March 16, 2026

An 87‑year‑old woman was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Her family moved across the country to care for her during treatment and recovery, hoping she would regain independence. After about six months of remission, the cancer returned. Doctors explained that her age and overall health make fu

business

Peloton’s New Gym Gear: A Fresh Take on Fitness

March 16, 2026

Peloton has stepped out of the home‑studio corner and into busy gym floors with its latest line of bikes and treadmills. The company says the new gear is built to stand up to heavy use, thanks to a partnership with Precor that began when Peloton bought the brand in 2021. The move follows years of

health

Medical Meeting Raises Big Questions About Teen Trans Care

March 16, 2026

In a recent gathering, the head of Medicare and Medicaid met with leaders from the country’s top medical groups to talk about a hot topic: how doctors treat teens who feel their body does not match their gender. The discussion centered on whether the treatments that can change a teen’s body—such as

crime

A Rough Ride: When a Train Platform Turns into a Danger Zone

March 16, 2026

A 59‑year‑old man from River Forest was walking to the Harlem Avenue stop on December 1, hoping to catch a train to Rush University Medical Center where he volunteered. He had no car and used the CTA because he could move around on his own, even though he has an intellectual disability. A man who ha

technology

Silicon Light Boosts AI Networks and Stock Gains

March 16, 2026

Tower Semiconductor has teamed up with Oriole Networks to bring faster optical switching to AI systems. The new partnership will make it easier to launch nanosecond‑speed light circuits, cutting the delay that AI applications often face. The move comes as experts predict the AI networking market wil

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Lakers, Spurs and More: NBA Monday Preview

March 16, 2026

The NBA is back on Monday, March 16, and the schedule has plenty of twists. First up, a strong Los Angeles Lakers team will face the Houston Rockets in what looks like an easy win for the L. A. side. The Lakers have won five straight games and are now ranked third in the West, thanks to fresh