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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

health

Epicardial Pulse‑Field Breaks Bachmann’s Bundle Heartbeats

March 13, 2026

A new technique uses short bursts of electric energy to stop abnormal heart rhythms that start in a specific area called Bachmann’s bundle. Doctors first locate the problem spot from outside the heart, then deliver a pulsed‑field shock that destroys only the faulty cells. This method works without d

sports

Team Moves: Who’s Still Free and Where They Might Fit

March 13, 2026

Free‑agency starts with big names dreaming of a scramble, but the first three days often leave only a few hot spots. Some players who were expected to jump between multiple teams are instead waiting for the right offer, and the market shifts from player to team quickly. Even with a few marquee nam

crime

Truck Attack at Michigan Synagogue Sparks Tragic Links to Lebanon

March 13, 2026

A violent incident unfolded Thursday afternoon when a vehicle was driven into the doors of Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, a suburb near Detroit. The driver crashed through the building’s entrance and moved down a hallway before being confronted by security staff. Police reports indicate that the

politics

Ivorian Drum Returns Home After a Century

March 13, 2026

In the heart of Abidjan, a lively crowd of chiefs and villagers gathered at the airport on Friday to greet a giant drum that had been away for more than 100 years. The instrument, known as Djidji Ayokwè or “Panther‑Lion” in the local language, is over three metres long and almost 400 kilos heavy. It

crime

A College Classroom Turned Tragic: A Hero’s Final Day

March 13, 2026

The loss of a respected professor at Old Dominion University shook the campus. The man who taught military science and led ROTC cadets had once served in the army, completing missions across the Middle East. A former graduate of the university, he was known for guiding students toward a career in se

sports

Las Vegas Racing: Who’s on the Track for the Pennzoil 400?

March 13, 2026

"Before the roar of engines fills Las Vegas Motor Speedway, two unexpected figures take center stage. First up is Jonathan Davis, the lead singer of Korn, who will shout the start‑up command to drivers in a role that mirrors his own high‑energy concerts. His powerful voice, known for shaking stadium

religion

A Look at Reform Judaism After a Recent Synagogue Attack

March 13, 2026

Reform Judaism is the biggest Jewish movement in North America, known for its focus on social justice and equality. One of its largest congregations, Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, was hit by a violent attack last week. The temple, founded in 1941 and now home to about 12, 000 members,

sports

Cubs Pick Experienced Pitcher for Opening Day

March 13, 2026

The Chicago Cubs have chosen veteran left‑handed pitcher Matthew Boyd to start their first game of the season. The decision was announced by manager Craig Counsell on Thursday, with Boyd set to face the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field on March 26. Boyd, who is 35 years old, will be in hi

politics

U. S. Congressman Says Trump Will Keep Fighting Iran Over Oil

March 13, 2026

Rep. Austin Scott, a Republican from Georgia, told a news show that he believes President Trump will not back down from the war with Iran. He said the fight started because Iran keeps enriching uranium and that the U. S. must keep up its military actions. Scott is on two important House committees: