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Mar 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Talking Up the Pay Gap: A Star’s Shift

Gillian Anderson, best known for playing Dana Scully on “The X‑Files, ” has spoken openly about why she still talks about women’s pay in Hollywood. She says that for years she avoided being seen as a role model because the label felt like extra pressure. During a recent interview, Anderson exp

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Mar 07 2026CRIME

Mayor’s Party Turns Into Legal Nightmare

The first woman to lead DeRidder, Misty Roberts, faced a shocking fall from grace after a house gathering for her son’s birthday spiraled into serious criminal allegations. While serving as mayor, she invited teenagers to her home and offered them alcohol, a decision that later became the centerpiec

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Mar 07 2026POLITICS

Rising Gas Costs Spark Debate Over Energy Policy

The price of gasoline in the United States climbed once more, marking a new peak for a gallon that has risen by 34 cents—about an 11 percent jump—since the onset of military tensions between the U. S. and Iran. Gasoline averaged $3. 32 per gallon, its highest level since September last year, acco

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Jesse Jackson’s Farewell: A City Comes Together

The House of Hope on Chicago’s South Side hosted a heartfelt farewell for Rev. Jesse Jackson, the civil‑rights icon who passed away on Feb. 17 at age 84. Former Presidents Barack Obama, Joe Biden and Bill Clinton took the stage, each sharing memories that highlighted Jackson’s lifelong fight for

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Mar 06 2026RELIGION

New Spiritual Highlights in the South for March

\ The bishop from New York, Rev. Allen K. Shin, will travel to Baton Rouge on March 15 to lead worship at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church. \ \ He will open two services, one at 8 a. m. and another at 10 a. m. , offering prayers and reflections for the community. \ \ After the morning rites, he

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Police Names Shielded for 60 Days After Threats

A new Florida bill would keep police officers’ names private for up to two months if they are attacked or threatened while on duty. The proposal comes after the state Supreme Court invalidated parts of the voter‑approved “Marsy’s Law” amendment, which originally aimed to protect crime victims from p

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Mar 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

High‑Net Worth Families Bet Big on AI Startups

Family offices, the investment arms of wealthy individuals and families, are putting more money into AI companies than ever before. Even after a brief scare about an AI bubble, these investors stayed confident and poured capital into new ventures. Last month, Emerson Collective—run by Laurene Powel

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Mar 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Nothing’s New Phone 4a Pro: Slim, Bright, and Packed With Features

Nothing has rolled out its latest mid‑range model, the Phone 4a Pro. The company claims it is the thinnest all‑metal phone available, measuring just 7. 95 mm. The design is a departure from earlier A‑series devices, featuring an aluminum unibody and a clear camera module that replaces the bulky roun

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Gas Prices Surge as Trump’s Middle East Tactics Backfire

Trump’s latest move against Iran has pushed gasoline costs higher, sparking worry among his top aides. The president keeps highlighting the conflict in public talks, even at a film launch for his wife. But Iran has struck back, hitting oil facilities in the Gulf and driving crude up more than

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Mar 05 2026CRIME

Man Killed Near Sports Bar in Late‑Night Shooting

A police investigation is underway after a man was fatally shot outside a sports bar on Rivers Avenue. The incident occurred around 11:20 p. m. Wednesday, when officers were called to Mulligans at 8410 Rivers Avenue. On arrival, they found a man lying in the parking lot with gunshot wounds. Emergenc

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