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Faith’s Two‑Toned Trend

March 28, 2026

"The early 2020s saw the rise of secularism pause, a plateau that sparked heated talks about whether America is heading back to faith or just slipping further away. Those who see a comeback point to bright stories: more Bible copies sold, young men flocking to Eastern Orthodoxy, and a jump in Cathol

business

Canada Seeks Quick Trade Deal with South America

March 28, 2026

Canadian trade officials are pushing hard to finish a free‑trade agreement with the Mercosur group by this fall. The country wants to speed up talks, aiming for meetings every six weeks or so, according to the minister of international trade speaking at a WTO event in Cameroon. He has already held t

business

Kakao Entertainment’s New Co‑CEO Duo Sets a Global Growth Plan

March 28, 2026

The Korean entertainment powerhouse has reshuffled its top leadership, adding JungHee Ko as co‑CEO alongside Joseph Chang. The change was ratified during the company’s annual shareholders’ meeting on March 25, signaling a fresh push toward international expansion. Ko brings a strong background in

environment

Renewable Power Isn’t the Cheap Fix It Sounds Like

March 28, 2026

The idea that wind and solar automatically lower electricity bills is a myth. A series of posts by an analyst named Steve Carson shows that while renewable plants produce power for almost no fuel cost, the grid still has to pay a lot for flexibility, backup and wiring. The article first looks at Chi

sports

Conor McGregor’s Pay‑Per‑View Claim Tested

March 28, 2026

McGregor said his last fight sold more PPV buys than six recent UFC cards combined. The claim sparked a quick look at the numbers. The report from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter listed events for 2024 and 2025, with UFC 300 topping the list at about 615, 000 buys. The next card, UFC 301 in

religion

Pope Visits Monaco to Ask Rich People to Share

March 28, 2026

The Pope flew by helicopter from the Vatican to Monaco, a tiny country on the French coast that is famous for its rich residents and fancy boats. He met with Prince Albert, who is the head of state there. The Pope said that people who have a lot should help those who do not. He told the Prince an

entertainment

Disney’s Magic Comes to Mackay: A Look Behind the Curtain

March 28, 2026

Mackay, a city in Queensland, is getting ready for a big event this December. A traveling exhibition celebrating Disney’s 100-year history will open at the Mackay Entertainment & Convention Centre. Visitors won’t just see famous characters—they’ll get a close-up look at rarely shown items, like cost

environment

Pesticides Infiltrate Protected Waters Despite Conservation Rules

March 28, 2026

Scientists tested water in Brazil’s Protected Areas and found pesticide pollution almost everywhere. Samples from streams inside conservation zones and outside showed high traces of farm chemicals. The study tested 46 substances and spotted 15 types, including common herbicides, insecticides, and fu

opinion

Why turning 16 won’t suddenly make social media safe for teens

March 28, 2026

Countries across Asia and the Pacific are racing to set 16 as the minimum age for social media apps like TikTok and Instagram. Indonesia will enforce its new rule this month, while Indian states such as Karnataka are considering similar steps. The move plays well with voters and makes tech bosses lo

health

Social media’s hidden costs: A legal win for one young woman’s mental health

March 28, 2026

A young woman in her twenties recently won a $3 million lawsuit against tech giants Meta and YouTube, proving that social media’s endless scroll isn’t just a habit—it can cause real harm. The case centered on a woman identified in court as K. G. M. , who testified that years of near-constant social