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Faith and Power: The Role of Pastor Paula White in U. S. Politics

March 16, 2026

Pastor Paula White-Cain is back in the White House, and people are talking. She's a spiritual advisor to Donald Trump, and her role has sparked debates about faith and politics. Some see her as a positive influence, representing faith in government. Others worry about the line between spiritual gui

politics

No Talks Planned With Lebanon, Says Israeli Minister

March 15, 2026

The Israeli foreign minister has clarified that the government will not be engaging in direct discussions with Lebanon in the near future. He also denied reports that Israel is low on missile interceptors, a claim that had been circulating in the media. Earlier this week, a local newspaper suggested

education

Crossing Borders for Learning

March 15, 2026

An American student started his journey in a New York state university, earning a political science degree. In 2015 he spent the summer in Wuhan as part of an exchange program, then a decade later returned to China for a graduate degree in global health while interning at a medical university. ...

sports

German Marquez: A Fresh Pitching Chapter in San Diego

March 15, 2026

German Marquez has returned to Major League baseball with a new contract in San Diego, showing that he still has plenty of skill left to offer. He first caught fans’ attention when he threw six solid innings against the Giants on March 6, allowing only four hits and striking out six with just 83

sports

Darius Acuff Jr. : From Detroit Courts to Arkansas Glory

March 15, 2026

A young basketball star has turned heads across the nation. Born in Detroit on November 16, 2006, he grew up surrounded by a family that loved the game. His dad played college ball at Eastern Kentucky, and his uncle was a standout for Detroit Mercy. Their support helped him learn the finer points of

health

WHO Gives $2 Million to Help Health in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria

March 15, 2026

The World Health Organization has moved quickly to drop $2 million from its emergency fund into the hands of people fighting disease in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria. The money comes as war pushes huge numbers of civilians to flee their homes. Over a hundred thousand in Iran have already left, and up

politics

Chile’s New President Faces a Tightrope Between Security and Global Ties

March 15, 2026

The current president of Chile steps into a country that once stood as a beacon of economic stability in Latin America. Decades ago, the nation blended free‑market policies with moderate social spending, slashing poverty and attracting foreign capital. That model earned Chile praise from economists

crypto

Crypto and Sports Events Take a Hit: How the Middle East Conflict is Causing Chaos

March 15, 2026

The conflict in the Middle East is causing more than just political tension. It's also throwing a wrench into the plans of big business events and sports. Crypto conferences, like TOKEN2049 Dubai, have been pushed back to 2027. Safety concerns and travel issues are to blame. Tickets for the event, w

politics

Countries May Deploy Warships to Protect Hormuz Strait

March 14, 2026

A U. S. leader recently announced that several nations could station warships near the strategic waterway to counter a potential blockade. He mentioned possible partners such as China, France, Japan, South Korea, Britain and others but did not specify any official commitments. The statement appea

politics

Airport Traffic Stopped After Strange Smell

March 14, 2026

A sharp chemical odor hit a Virginia air‑traffic control center, forcing the FAA to shut down three major airports in the Washington area. The incident began when controllers at Potomac Consolidated Terminal RADAR Approach Control could no longer work because the air smelled strongly of chemicals. T