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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

Fun Outdoors: Louisiana’s Big Sporting Event

The Louisiana Sportsman Show is set to light up LaPlace from March 20th through 22nd, drawing hunters, anglers and adventure lovers to a big gathering. The venue, the St. John the Baptist Parish Community Center, has wide spaces for booths, craft displays and a food court that serves local dishes. P

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Heart Health After a First Heart Attack in Older Women

Older women who have their first heart attack face a serious risk of death. Researchers looked at post‑menopausal women who were part of a large health study to see how many survived and what factors influenced their chances. The study followed these women over time, recording when they had a hear

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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

Ready for March Madness 2026? Play, Win, and Watch the Action

The 2026 NCAA Tournament brackets are out, giving fans a new reason to get excited. Duke tops the men’s list while UConn leads the women’s, both expected to be hot picks in any office pool. If you want to join the fun, CBS Sports offers free bracket pools on its website and app where friends, family

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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

Women‑Owned College Gear Takes the Spotlight

Fanatics is putting a spotlight on women‑run brands for Women’s History Month. The focus isn’t just on the big names; it’s about fresh styles that let fans show support in a modern way. The collection includes WEAR by Erin Andrews, Gameday Couture, and Baublebar. Each brand offers a differe

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

US Drug Prices: A Mixed Reality

The TrumpRx site launched in January promised cheaper medicines for Americans, but a recent check shows that about one third of the 54 drugs listed are actually cheaper in Britain. The UK, which also struck a deal to keep U. S. drug tariffs out of the way, pays 67 % to 82 % less for drugs like Pfize

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Colombia and Ecuador Probe Border Bombing Claims

A recent series of explosions at cocaine labs close to the Ecuadorian border took a deadly toll, killing 14 people in January. Colombia’s Defense Minister Pedro Sanchez confirmed the incidents and said that both Colombian and Ecuadorian officials are investigating whether any violation of sovereignt

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Healthy Foods Reversed: New Pyramid Stirs Debate

The 2024 food guide has flipped the classic diet chart, swapping grains for protein and dairy. Experts say the move could reshape what kids eat in schools and how grocery labels read. Nutritionist Shana Spence points out that the new chart favors meats, eggs and full‑fat dairy. She worries

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

The Hidden Spread of Endometriosis: A Broader Picture

A woman who first felt pain during her teenage period found relief only after a complex surgery that removed tissue from many parts of her body. Her story highlights how endometriosis can show up far beyond the pelvic area, causing fatigue, digestive problems, and even pain in the back and legs. Doc

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Flu Season: Why Your Heart Might Take a Hit

The link between flu infections and heart problems is clearer now. Doctors once saw more heart attacks during cold seasons but didn’t know why. Recent studies explain the connection. Flu can trigger serious heart events, especially in people with existing heart disease. About half of adults hospita

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Mar 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Retire Abroad: Why France and Costa Rica Are Hot Picks

Many people who want to retire think about sunshine, cheap living costs, and a calm lifestyle. More Americans are also looking to move outside the United States. Research shows that the share of adults over 55 who plan to leave America has jumped from a few percent in the 1970s to about 17 % t

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