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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Colon Cancer in Young People: New Clues About Stiff Tissues

The death of a well‑known actor at 48 from colon cancer has highlighted a worrying rise in the disease among people under 50. Researchers at two Texas universities have found that tumors in younger patients grow in tissues that feel firmer than normal. This stiffness is linked to changes in collagen

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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Drip Deals: Are IV Vitamins a Smart Choice?

People are lining up at colorful “drip bars” across the state, paying $200 to $600 for vitamin infusions that promise quick recovery from a hangover, clearer skin, or better focus. A 34‑year‑old lawyer who usually caught two colds a year says the experience helped him stop getting sick altogether. T

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Cuba Talks to the U. S. as Energy Shortage Hits Hard

Cuban leaders have opened a conversation with Washington, a first step after years of tension. President Miguel Díaz‑Canel said the meetings aimed to tackle the growing power crisis and other differences between the two nations. He did not give details, but the timing suggests a response to the isla

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Kentucky vs Florida: A Third‑Time Showdown

Kentucky’s basketball team is back in the spotlight as it faces Florida once more, this time for a spot in the SEC Tournament semifinals. The Gators have already beaten the Wildcats twice this season, so many fans wonder if fatigue or past experience will tilt the balance. Kentucky has had a hard ro

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Ravens’ Medical Check Turns Trade on Its Head

The Baltimore Ravens pulled back a deal that had moved defensive lineman Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, citing concerns raised during a medical evaluation. The trade had been announced earlier in the week, with Baltimore offering first‑round draft picks for 2026 and 2027. But a second look

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Crime Thriller “Blood on Snow” Lands Sky Spot in the U. K.

Sky has secured the rights to Cary Joji Fukunaga’s upcoming crime drama “Blood on Snow, ” a story drawn from Jo Nesbø’s best‑selling novel. The film will debut as a Sky Original in the United Kingdom, with plans for a 2027 cinema release. The project brings together a star‑studded ensemble that inc

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Creative Engine Signs Big Deal With A24

The deal marks a new chapter for Drew Comins, who has built a reputation as a sharp producer behind hits like “Yellowjackets. ” Now his company, Creative Engine Entertainment, will work exclusively with A24 to create original series for streaming. The agreement covers multiple years and gives Crea

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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Live Nation’s Slack Scandal Hits Court

A new set of internal chat messages from Live Nation has surfaced in a federal trial. The chats, sent on Slack between late 2021 and early 2023, show a staff member calling fans “so stupid” and bragging that the company is “robbing them blind. ” These messages are now part of a lawsuit filed by t

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Nick Barrotta Joins Untitled Entertainment After Success on The Oval

Barrotta, who first gained fame playing Allan in Tyler Perry’s BET series The Oval, has just signed with Untitled Entertainment. The actor’s career began in New York where he balanced journalism gigs at Entertainment Tonight, Celebuzz and The Wrap before moving into acting. He appeared in over

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Lebanon’s New Talk Offer Stalls as Israel Demands Action

Lebanon has tried to step forward with a fresh proposal for direct talks, hoping to end the fighting that began on March 2 when Hezbollah joined a larger regional war. President Joseph Aoun, who has been pushing for a calm, announced that his government is ready to negotiate with Israel and even hin

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