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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

States Demand Stronger Rules for Ticketmaster and Live Nation

More than a dozen states want the government to step in and make changes at Ticketmaster and its parent, Live Nation. Utah’s lawyer says the two companies make tickets too expensive and stop other sellers from competing. He wants to protect people in Utah who pay more than they should for conc

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Guarding Kids and Cutting Recess: Ohio’s New Focus

Ohio’s newest governor took the stage to talk mostly about kids. He called for new rules on technology and said schools should use phonics, a reading method that focuses on sounds. The speech was long—over an hour—but he barely mentioned the big worries Ohio people care about, like taxes or jobs. Ea

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Mar 11 2026SCIENCE

Mystery Orbit: Why a Black Hole‑Neutron Star Collision Defies Expectations

A recent collision between a black hole and a neutron star has shocked scientists, showing that the two bodies were still on an oddly oval path just before they merged. This new finding contradicts the long‑held belief that such pairs must settle into neat, circular orbits before they meet. By re‑

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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Trump Tries to Rally Support in Ohio and Kentucky Amid Economic Concerns

The former president is heading to Cincinnati on Wednesday, where he will tour a pharmaceutical plant and claim his policies are cutting drug costs. He plans to use the visit as a platform to reassure voters that he can keep the economy stable, even as tensions rise from the U. S. and Israel’s actio

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Mar 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s Next iPhone Might Be Heavier and Thicker

The newest Apple phone could be a bit thicker than the last model, with a height of 8. 8mm instead of 8. 75mm on the previous version. Reports from a frequent leaker on Weibo say that this change may also make the phone heavier, possibly over 240 grams. A heavier body could mean a larger batte

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Mar 11 2026BUSINESS

Young China’s Economy: Hope or Hurdle?

China hit a 5 % growth target in 2025, but the headline numbers hide deeper worries. A housing slump and trade friction with the United States add to a problem that may be harder to solve: young people’s faith in their future. Many millennials and Gen Zers are trading down on everything—from fash

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Mar 11 2026FINANCE

Inflation Stalls While Fuel Prices Soar Amid Tense Middle East

The U. S. inflation rate stayed flat in February, matching what economists had predicted. Prices climbed 2. 4 percent compared with a year earlier, leaving the rate unchanged from January and just above the Federal Reserve’s 2 percent goal. Fuel costs, however, jumped sharply as traders braced fo

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Mar 11 2026SPORTS

Heat Star Scores 83 Points in a Record‑Breaking Night

Bam Adebayo’s 83‑point performance against the Washington Wizards turned a regular NBA game into a headline event. The Heat, who were already ahead by 16 points in the fourth quarter, kept Adebayo on the floor to chase a historic total. Coach Erik Spoelstra stayed in the game even as the lead grew,

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Mar 11 2026SPORTS

Italy Shocks USA with Historic Baseball Win

In a game that stunned fans, Italy beat the United States 8‑6 in the World Baseball Classic. The win is the biggest ever for Italy and could change who moves on from the tournament pool. Italy started strong. Their pitcher, Michael Lorenzen, used many different pitches and kept the American hitters

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Mar 11 2026SPORTS

Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s Record‑Breaking Night and Jokic’s Praise

The Thunder edged the Nuggets 129‑126 in a Western Conference showdown, with Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander delivering the decisive step‑back three. He finished 35 points, 15 assists and nine rebounds, matching an all‑time NBA record for consecutive games with at least 20 points. His streak of 126 straight

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