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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 16 2026POLITICS

A Bold Battle: The First Female Chief of Staff Faces Breast Cancer

Susie Wiles, the first woman to lead the White House staff, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She is 68 and says the tumor was caught early. Wiles will keep her job and does not plan to take a break. The disease is common; about one in eight women in the U. S. will encounter it. Wiles to

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Research Trends on Kawasaki Disease in Southeast Asia

Studies show that the rate of Kawasaki disease is rising in Southeast Asian countries, and scientists are trying to understand why. One reason may be a link with the COVID‑19 pandemic, which has drawn more attention to the illness. Researchers wanted to see how many papers and citations about Kawasa

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Seeks Pay and Tech for Drone Aid in the Middle East

Ukraine’s leader said the country will provide drone‑defence expertise to Gulf nations fighting Iranian attacks, but only if it receives money and technology in return. Three Ukrainian teams have already flown to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and a U. S. base in Jordan to show how dr

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Mar 15 2026HEALTH

Discovering and Fighting Breast Cancer in Today’s World

Breast cancer stands as the most frequent cancer among women, yet men can also be affected in rare cases. Its causes are mixed: genes, lifestyle choices, hormones, and the surrounding environment all play a part. Early signs vary widely, which makes spotting the disease early a real challenge

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Peace Call Amid Rising Conflict in the Middle East

The Pope has spoken out strongly, asking for an immediate stop to the fighting that is spreading across Iran and its neighboring areas. He described the violence as “atrocious” and said it has killed thousands of civilians, causing widespread pain. The Pope’s message comes as the war between the Uni

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Offers Drone Defense Help for Money and Tech

Ukraine has stepped into a new role, offering its drone‑defense know‑how to Middle Eastern nations in exchange for financial aid and advanced technology. After dispatching teams of specialists to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and a U. S. base in Jordan, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy

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Mar 15 2026CRYPTO

Crypto and Sports Events Take a Hit: How the Middle East Conflict is Causing Chaos

The conflict in the Middle East is causing more than just political tension. It's also throwing a wrench into the plans of big business events and sports. Crypto conferences, like TOKEN2049 Dubai, have been pushed back to 2027. Safety concerns and travel issues are to blame. Tickets for the event, w

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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Oil Prices Soar as Middle East Tension Drives Up Brent

The war in the Middle East is pushing oil prices higher. Goldman Sachs now thinks the average price for Brent crude will be over $100 a barrel this month because supply is being cut off. If the block at the Strait of Hormuz lasts longer, prices could rise even more. For April, analysts expect Brent

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Sea Drones Strike Tankers, Raising New Shipping Threats

Recent incidents in the Gulf show that unmanned surface vessels, or sea drones, are being used to attack oil tankers. Two separate attacks have already occurred since the conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran began. The first hit a tanker named MKD VYOM about 44 nautical miles off Om

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