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Mar 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Crime 101 Debuts on Prime Video April 1

Amazon MGM Studios’ new crime‑film, directed by Bart Layton and written by the same creator, will be available for streaming on Prime Video beginning Wednesday, April 1. The release follows a 47‑day period between its theatrical debut and the streaming launch, which is noticeably longer than the rou

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Microbes and bugs: How gut bacteria change infection risks in fruit flies

When tiny fruit flies eat, their gut bacteria might help decide whether they survive an infection or not. Scientists studied four types of these flies by messing with their tiny gut communities. First they weakened the bacteria living inside some of the flies. Then they exposed all the flies to harm

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Mar 30 2026CRIME

Tech worker from Kenya gets 23 months for helping global scam ring

A Kenyan man who helped run a worldwide scam network got 23 months in prison last week. The 36-year-old moved money between accounts for fraudsters who pretended to be real companies. He started work with the group in 2022 and kept helping even after he knew what they were doing. The scam worked in

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Mar 29 2026BUSINESS

Economic Growth Pushes Central Pennsylvania Forward

Central Pennsylvania counties saw a boost in business and jobs during 2025. In Blair County, a local development group finished 34 projects that added $82. 9 million in new money and kept many jobs safe. Most of the companies they helped are small, with fewer than 20 workers, and they bring life to

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Mar 29 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Exchange Breaks Barriers While Coins Swing in War‑Time Markets

A U. S. crypto platform has become the first to secure a direct link with Federal Reserve payment systems, sparking questions from lawmakers about how digital money fits into the traditional banking world. The move gives the exchange access to Fedwire, a backbone used by banks across America. Repres

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Mar 29 2026LIFESTYLE

Home Upgrades: Worth the Extra Bills?

People love to make their houses feel special, but adding new features can quietly drain money. A pool or hot tub looks great and relaxes the family, yet it raises insurance costs and forces regular cleaning, chemical buying, water use, and electric bills. A new bedroom or a guest house adds space t

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Mar 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A New Show Uncovers Hidden Betrayals on ABC

ABC’s newest series, “Betrayal: Secrets & Lies, ” starts this Sunday at 10 p. m. ET. The program pulls from a popular true‑crime podcast and breaks down real cases of cheating, deceit, and shocking violence. Each episode shows how victims cope with the aftermath while also revealing what happened be

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Mar 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Peaky Blinders’ Final Act: A Decade‑Long Prophecy Unfolds

The newest film in the Peaky Blinders saga finally brings closure to a story that has spanned over a decade. In the climactic scenes, Tommy Shelby’s reign ends in a way that echoes a warning given almost ten years earlier by one of the series’ most memorable foes. The film’s conclusion may not match

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Mar 29 2026SCIENCE

A Forensic Trailblazer’s Legacy and Controversy

Dr. Henry Lee, who first stepped into the spotlight during a 1995 trial that captured national attention, has passed away at 87. He spent more than five decades teaching and guiding students in forensic science, shaping the field through both education and practice. Lee’s name is linked to several h

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Michigan’s School‑Credit Debate: Who Wins?

The U. S. Department of Education is pushing a new tax‑credit plan that lets parents donate money for their children’s education and then receive up to $1, 700 back on their taxes. The idea is that the money will go into scholarship programs so kids can choose schools or extra services. The plan wa

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