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Ty France: The Padres' Flexible Fix

March 15, 2026

Ty France is back where he started. The Padres took him in the draft way back in 2015. Now, after playing for other teams, he's returned to finish what he began. Last season, he hit decently with a . 257 average and seven home runs. He also won a Gold Glove for his great defense at first base. But a

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

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Paraguay’s Political Shift: China’s Quiet Push to Replace Taiwan

March 14, 2026

Paraguay, a small landlocked nation with 6. 4 million people, is at the center of a subtle diplomatic tug‑of‑war between Beijing and Taipei. The country’s long‑standing recognition of Taiwan makes it the only South American state still officially allied with Taipei. A change in stance would signal a

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Reclaiming a Drum: A Century‑Old Return to the Ivory Coast

March 13, 2026

For more than a hundred years, a giant drum that once echoed through the villages of the Ebrié people was kept far from its homeland. French soldiers seized the instrument in 1916, then shipped it to Paris where it sat on museum shelves for decades. Now the drum, known locally as Djidji Ayôkwé or

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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

business

Gas Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Spike

March 11, 2026

The market stayed calm on Wednesday, even though hostilities between Iran and Israel—along with strikes against U. S. allies—continued to flare. Traders around the globe kept a close eye on the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow channel that links the world’s top oil producers to buyers. This passage carrie

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Perpignan’s Police Push: A City‑Wide Security Experiment

March 7, 2026

Perpignan, a town of about 122 000 people on France’s southern border, is putting its streets under close watch. The mayor, a member of the far‑right party, wants to keep his job by promising more cops and cameras. He says the city has become a testing ground for his party’s ideas on safety.

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Shohei Ohtani Lights Up Tokyo with Grand Slam and Big‑Time Batting Practice

March 6, 2026

The World Baseball Classic kicked off in Japan with a spectacle that blended skill, showmanship and fan engagement. In the opening Pool C match, Japan faced Taiwan in a game that ended 13‑0. Shohei Ohtani made headlines early, hitting a grand slam in the second inning after a double on the first pit

business

A New Powerhouse Forms in the Media World

March 6, 2026

Banijay’s chief executive announced that last week marked a turning point after merging with All3Media. He praised the combined company’s growth, saying it shows how big teams and varied content can boost success. The merger is seen as a key step for staying competitive in a market that keeps shrink

sports

World Baseball Classic 2026: Who’s Likely to Shine

March 5, 2026

The World Baseball Classic is coming, and fans expect exciting baseball. The 2026 tournament will feature teams from around the globe, each with different chances of winning. Teams are grouped into five tiers based on their rosters and past performance. Tier I includes the powerhouses: Japan, the U