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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Oil Refiners Gain the Upper Hand in a New Battle of Profits

The clash over Iran has shifted the money game for U. S. oil makers, giving them a new chance to earn big in 2026. Instead of tech giants like Nvidia, the spotlight is on refineries that turn crude into gasoline and diesel. When prices for oil products rise while the cost of raw oil stays low,

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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Fed Chair’s Tough Job: Rising Oil, Weak Credit, and Stubborn Prices

The new Fed leader is stepping into a difficult situation. Oil prices are climbing toward $100, and the market worries that this will keep inflation high. Private‑sector loans are also under pressure, especially those given to tech firms that could lose value if artificial intelligence changes th

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dog‑Style Parade at Merrill Gardens

Merrill Gardens, part of Solivita Marketplace in Poinciana, recently turned its courtyard into a runway for an exciting dog fashion event. The gathering followed the community’s earlier summer celebration, where residents enjoyed a stylish pet wedding. The venue buzzed with activity as residents

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Mar 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft’s New Health Buddy Helps You Read Your Medical Reports

Microsoft has rolled out a fresh health feature called Copilot Health that works inside its AI helper. The tool sets up a safe area where people can bring in lab numbers, medical files and data from smart watches to see what it all means. The launch will happen slowly, so not everyone can use it rig

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Cubs Pick Experienced Pitcher for Opening Day

The Chicago Cubs have chosen veteran left‑handed pitcher Matthew Boyd to start their first game of the season. The decision was announced by manager Craig Counsell on Thursday, with Boyd set to face the Washington Nationals at Wrigley Field on March 26. Boyd, who is 35 years old, will be in hi

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Turkey Sees Third Missile Downed, Calls on Iran for Answers

NATO’s air defences in the eastern Mediterranean shot down a third ballistic missile that was launched from Iran toward Turkey. The Turkish Defence Ministry announced the interception and said it is asking Tehran to explain what happened. Earlier this month, NATO intercepted two other Iranian missi

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

U. S. Congressman Says Trump Will Keep Fighting Iran Over Oil

Rep. Austin Scott, a Republican from Georgia, told a news show that he believes President Trump will not back down from the war with Iran. He said the fight started because Iran keeps enriching uranium and that the U. S. must keep up its military actions. Scott is on two important House committees:

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Nuclear Plant in Danger as Fighting Rises

The chief of Russia’s state nuclear company said that the area around Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia power station is becoming riskier for military reasons. He pointed out that the frequency of shelling, drone raids and mortar fire has gone up in recent months. Because of these attacks the industrial

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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Swiss Keeps Trade Talks With US on Course

Switzerland has decided to stay on its current path for trade talks with the United States, aiming to wrap up a tariff agreement that began last year. The country’s Economy Minister announced this stance after the U. S. opened investigations into industrial overcapacity and alleged forced labour in

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Britain Urges Europe to Keep Up Sanctions on Russia

In a recent statement, Britain’s government said that its partners should keep applying economic pressure on Russia. The comment comes after the United States announced a temporary pause in sanctions that allow countries to buy Russian oil stuck at sea. The U. S. move was meant to ease global ene

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