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Mar 30 2026FINANCE

AMC Shares Jump After Strong Weekend Box‑Office Numbers

AMC Entertainment’s stock is climbing again after a recent surge in movie ticket sales. The company announced that its new release, “Project Hail Mary, ” pulled in the best opening weekend of 2026, boosting both U. S. and global admissions revenue. This performance marked the second highest weekend

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Online Life Shapes the Smiles of Seniors

"Older people often judge their overall well‑being by how happy they feel. Researchers have long known that a positive mood can boost health and satisfaction, but the role of the digital world in this mix is still a mystery. In recent work, scientists set out to uncover whether the growth of digital

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Mar 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Turning old batteries into water cleaners: a surprising win for tech and the planet

Every year, billions of used alkaline batteries end up in landfills, leaking harmful metals like zinc and manganese. Instead of just chucking them away, scientists found a clever way to give these batteries a second job. They turned battery scrap into tiny particles that can purify dirty water under

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Mar 30 2026CRIME

Food Matters Even Behind Bars: What Inmates Really Think About Their Meals

Prison food often gets a bad rap, but new insights show it might reveal more than just taste preferences. Researchers looked at how incarcerated people rate their meals and linked those opinions to personal habits and backgrounds. Surprisingly, food satisfaction isn't just about hunger—it connects t

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Lasers in War: The Hidden Shift in How Battlefields Work

Military lasers don’t scream like movie guns. Real ones work quietly, zapping drones by frying their cameras or overloading their circuits. No explosive sounds, no bright red beams—just sudden, invisible damage. Some versions can even knock flying targets out of the sky, though governments rarely br

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Mar 30 2026HEALTH

Easy ways to sleep better and wake up refreshed

Sleep problems often come from trying too hard to get perfect rest. Many people chase sleep routines that feel too rigid or complicated. Instead of focusing on endless tricks, small daily habits can make a bigger difference. For example, eating dinner earlier gives your body time to digest before be

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Why brain scans need better diversity data to work for everyone

Brain scans like MRIs help doctors spot brain changes linked to diseases. But these scans may not work the same for everyone. Studies show brain measurements can differ widely across ethnic groups and income levels. Yet most brain research is done on a small slice of the population, mainly white and

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

World Cup Showdown: Bosnia and Italy battle for history

Bosnia and Herzegovina is gearing up to face Italy in a high-stakes match that could decide who advances to soccer's biggest stage—the 2026 World Cup. While Italy is widely seen as the stronger team, Bosnia isn’t backing down. The Balkan side just pulled off a surprising win against Wales, proving t

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Mar 30 2026BUSINESS

Local Jobs and Services to Know About This Week

A local bank picked a new leader while one medical office added a skilled professional, proving the area keeps growing in both healthcare and finance. A community bank in Fleetwood chose Betsy Knott to lead their retail banking team after she spent years opening and managing different branches. Her

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

UConn marches past Notre Dame to stay undefeated and reach Final Four

Connecticut entered the game as the heavy favorite, but Notre Dame showed up ready to scrap for every possession. The Fighting Irish, ranked sixth, gave the top-seeded Huskies their toughest fight in the regional final, even if the final score doesn’t tell the full story. UConn still dominated with

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