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Mar 17 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Shines as a Global Safe Haven in Uncertain Times

Bitcoin has begun to prove itself as an asset that can move freely across borders, especially when global tensions rise. A recent discussion on a popular podcast highlighted how Bitcoin and oil are both showing strength, but for different reasons. While the oil market is buoyed by supply disruptions

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Who Really Runs Iran? Trump’s Confusion About Tehran’s Leadership

For months, global leaders have watched Iran’s leadership struggle with major changes. After the sudden death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in early attacks, his son Mojtaba Khamenei was quickly named as his replacement. Yet, even Washington admits it doesn’t fully understand who holds po

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Federal prosecutors push back after judge blocks Powell subpoenas

A federal judge recently stopped prosecutors from asking for documents tied to renovations at the U. S. Federal Reserve’s headquarters. The judge also blocked requests for testimony from Fed Chair Jerome Powell about those expenses. The judge argued there was little proof of wrongdoing but plenty of

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Court Stops President From Holding Back Billions in Funds

A federal court recently ruled against a plan that would have frozen trillions in federal aid. The case involved the Trump administration’s attempt to pause spending on government programs back in early 2025. The pause affected up to $3 trillion, covering grants, loans, and other financial support.

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Mar 16 2026HEALTH

Medical Meeting Raises Big Questions About Teen Trans Care

In a recent gathering, the head of Medicare and Medicaid met with leaders from the country’s top medical groups to talk about a hot topic: how doctors treat teens who feel their body does not match their gender. The discussion centered on whether the treatments that can change a teen’s body—such as

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Mar 16 2026BUSINESS

Horizon and Monroe Shareholders Give the Green Light to a New Deal

Horizon Technology Finance and Monroe Capital held separate votes, both ending in approval for the merger plan. The deal means Horizon will acquire Monroe, and shareholders from both sides had to agree on the terms. Horizon’s investors backed a proposal that would issue new shares as part of the

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Mar 16 2026CRIME

A Utah Mom’s Dark Drive for Money

Kouri Richins, a 35‑year‑old mother from Kamas, Utah, is on trial for the death of her husband, Eric Richins. Prosecutors say she mixed fentanyl into his drink on March 4, 2022, and that her motive was financial. They claim she was a high‑risk entrepreneur who owed $4. 5 million on her house‑flippin

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

The Man Behind Vanderbilt Commodores' Success: A Look at Coach Mark Byington's Journey

Mark Byington, the head coach of the Vanderbilt Commodores, has been making waves in the basketball world. His team's recent victory over the Florida Gators in the SEC Tournament semi-finals showcased his strategic brilliance. But who is the man behind this success? Born and raised in Salem, Virgin

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Mar 15 2026OPINION

The Hidden Reality of Abuse in Our Own Backyards

Trafficking and abuse are not only distant scandals; they happen right next door. In many places, a few hundred people fall victim to sex trafficking each year, and local centers often help dozens of survivors. These numbers hide a more subtle truth: the violence is usually hidden in everyday

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Mar 15 2026CRIME

11‑Year‑Old Accused in 5‑Year‑Old’s Death

A small town near Denver was shaken when a 5‑year‑old boy died early this week. Police entered the family home that night to investigate the fatal incident in Centennial, a suburb of Denver with fewer than 110, 000 residents. The case is being treated as a homicide. An 11‑year‑old boy from the same

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