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Boston Stadium Gets World Cup Green Light

March 19, 2026

The Foxboro Select Board has given the final nod to bring the World Cup to Gillette Stadium, which will be renamed “Boston Stadium” for the event. Police Chief Michael Grace praised the decision, saying the city will feel a new level of excitement that it has never experienced before. Earlier

entertainment

A Hospital in Chaos: When Tech Fails and People Rise

March 19, 2026

The episode ends with the trauma center chief quietly entering the ER to announce that two nearby hospitals have been hit by a ransomware attack, so they must shut down all patient systems as a precaution. The next hour sees doctors Robby, Al‑Hashimi and Abbot scrambling to explain fallback plans th

politics

France and India Call for Calm in the Middle East

March 19, 2026

France’s President Emmanuel Macron and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged messages on the social‑media platform X, urging a slowdown in the conflict that has escalated across the Middle East. Their posts came after Iran targeted energy sites following a series of Israeli and U. S. strike

entertainment

Space Rescue Mission: A Fresh Look at Earth's Last Hope

March 19, 2026

"Scientists and dreamers have long imagined space as a place of terror or wonder. In this new film, the sky is painted with both mystery and promise. The story flips a common theme: Earth is not doomed by human error but by an alien creature that eats stars. This twist shifts the blame away from our

environment

The Hidden Battles to Restore Nature Before It’s Too Late

March 19, 2026

Scientists working behind the scenes aren’t waiting for politicians to act—they’re already using clever tricks to fix Earth’s big problems. One big issue they’re tackling is dirt. By 2050, some places might run out of healthy soil, which is like losing the foundation for growing food. Instead of jus

finance

Fed Keeps Rates Still While Oil Prices Spike

March 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve is likely to leave interest rates unchanged, even as oil prices jump past $100 a barrel. This decision comes after years of political pressure on the Fed, with some politicians calling for lower rates and even threatening to replace the chair. In recent legal battles, a jud

sports

WNBA’s New Deal: Bigger Pay, Fresh Start

March 18, 2026

The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and its players’ union have finally reached a tentative agreement after more than a year of talks. The deal, still in principle, will set the stage for the league’s 30th season that kicks off on May 8. Negotiations dragged from March to June, wi

politics

Fed Rate Decision Sparks Trump’s Frustration Over Rising Oil Prices

March 18, 2026

The Federal Reserve chose to keep interest rates steady for a second straight meeting, a move that left President Trump annoyed. He has repeatedly asked the Fed to cut borrowing costs, claiming high rates hurt consumers and businesses. Trump’s frustration grew as oil prices climbed amid tensions in

technology

iPhone Gets 13 Fresh Features in the Next iOS Update

March 18, 2026

Apple has just dropped a new beta build for its operating system, showing that the upcoming release will bring thirteen brand‑new tweaks and fixes to iPhones. The first sign is that the public rollout should happen next week, while the next beta will include a new Siri powered by Gemini and other sm

entertainment

Disney’s Big Hand‑Off: What Comes Next for Bob Iger

March 18, 2026

Bob Iger will leave the Disney CEO role on Wednesday, handing it to Josh D’Amaro. The move ends a long tenure that began in 2005, paused for two years, and resumed in 2022. Iger’s return saw him tackle tough issues: the rise of artificial intelligence, labor strikes, and a wave of layoffs across the