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What Shapes a Basketball Player? Milan Momcilovic’s Roots and Rise

March 23, 2026

Milan Momcilovic stands out on the court for Iowa State, not just because of his basketball skills, but because of his unique background. Born in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, in 2004, he grew up in the heart of the Midwest, absorbing American culture while staying closely tied to his Serbian heritage. His p

weather

Heatwave in March: A New Record for the Southwest

March 22, 2026

The summer‑like temperatures that swept through the U. S. Southwest in March were far beyond what anyone could have predicted a few decades ago. Scientists who track extreme weather say that this level of heat would not be possible without the extra warmth added by human activity. Researchers fro

weather

Windy Days Raise Wildfire Danger in South Dakota

March 22, 2026

A warning is active until 4 AM Sunday, telling people that strong winds and very dry air could spark fast‑moving fires. The alert covers many counties, from Knox to Richardson, across the state’s central and western regions. Wind speeds range between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph.

opinion

Hospitals Should Stay Safe Havens for Everyone

March 22, 2026

The recent press gathering in Minneapolis highlighted a troubling trend: federal agents have begun showing up at hospitals, making it harder for people to get care. This mirrors earlier incidents where immigration officials entered schools, churches and other “sensitive places. ” Emergency rooms

technology

Keeping AI Robots on Track: How KPMG Stops Them From Going Wild

March 22, 2026

KPMG is making sure that the AI helpers it uses stay safe and helpful. Instead of letting the robots run free, the firm sets strict rules about what they can do and how far they may go. Every AI helper gets a special ID card, so the company can see what it does and with whom it talks. The f

politics

Japan Mulls Clearing Mines in Hormuz if War Stops

March 22, 2026

Japan’s foreign minister said the country might send its forces to sweep naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire ends the U. S. -Israeli conflict with Iran. The minister explained that such an operation would only happen after a complete stop to fighting and if mines were blocking shippin

politics

Friendship Across the Party Line: A Debate That Matters

March 22, 2026

David Axelrod, a former Obama adviser, and Scott Jennings, who has worked for President Bush, met on March 17 at Arizona State University to discuss big national issues. They were joined by former Senator Jeff Flake, now a university director. The event was part of ASU’s Dialogues for Democracy seri

environment

Land changes boost farm health in semi‑dry Turkey

March 22, 2026

In many dry farming areas, tiny plots of land can make growing crops hard. A new study looked at how joining these small pieces into bigger, regular fields changes the land’s health. The research focused on four villages in Kızıltepe, a part of Mardin Province that lies inside Turkey’s GAP program. ...

politics

Future CDC Leader: A Mix of Politics and Public Health

March 22, 2026

The U. S. faces a choice for its top public‑health officer as the White House weighs options amid vaccine debates and upcoming elections. One candidate is Ernie Fletcher, a former governor of Kentucky who has experience in state politics and crisis management. Another possibility is Daniel Edn

health

Covid’s Hidden Lessons: What We Learned and Forgot

March 22, 2026

The pandemic’s most devastating moments unfolded behind closed hospital doors, where patients fought for breath on machines while loved ones waited outside. Those quiet scenes were rarely captured by the media, so many people only saw the pandemic through indirect signs—empty streets with ambulances