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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

The Strait of Hormuz: Calm in the Storm

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that worries about a closed Strait of Hormuz are overblown, claiming the U. S. has plans to keep oil moving even while Iran’s forces threaten shipping. He brushed off reports that the Pentagon had no strategy before the recent conflict, noting that Iran has long u

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Delton Tech Targets $423 Million in Hong Kong IPO

Delton Technology (Guangzhou) plans to raise up to $423 million by selling 46 million H‑shares in Hong Kong. The maximum price per share is set at HK$71. 88, according to the company’s filing. The final pricing will be announced on March 19 and trading will start the next day. The move comes as a w

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Mar 06 2026CELEBRITIES

The Real Story Behind JFK Jr. ’s Wedding Drama

John Kennedy’s love life was a mix of glamour, family pressure and public scrutiny. He met model Carolyn Bessette in 1992 at a Calvin Klein event, where she worked as a saleswoman for the brand’s celebrity clients. Their first encounter was awkward; Carolyn didn’t give him her number, and he later a

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Travel Chaos Threatens Danish Votes Abroad

Denmark’s election on March 24 faces a new hurdle: voters overseas may not get their ballots in time. The country’s government warned that fighting in the Middle East is disrupting flights and mail routes, making it hard for postal votes to reach Denmark before the count. Key airports such as

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Mar 05 2026SCIENCE

AI Helps Spot Exercise Limits Without Guesswork

Deep learning can read the breath and heart data that people use to find their exercise limits. In a test called a cardiopulmonary exercise test, doctors look at how the body uses oxygen and releases carbon dioxide. They mark two key points: one where lactate starts to build up, and another wh

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Feb 27 2026EDUCATION

Women Scientists Shine at Local Library Talk

Deborah Huntley, once a professor and administrator in Saginaw Valley State University, will speak about the place of women in science at a Women’s History Month event. The talk, titled “Science, Women of Science, and Women in Science, ” is scheduled for Wednesday evening at the Hoyt Library auditor

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Feb 26 2026SCIENCE

Night Flight Mistakes Lead to Tragic Crash

John Burley, a business owner from Windber, died when his small plane crashed in the Allegheny National Forest on Dec. 29, 2023. The crash happened while he was flying from Erie to Johnstown in the dark. The investigation by the National Transportation Safety Board said Burley chose to fly at night

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Feb 23 2026OPINION

Hollywood’s Leftward Shift and a Trump Reappraisal

Dennis Quaid says Hollywood has gone too far left and thinks Trump is misjudged. He spoke on Pastor Greg Laurie’s podcast, pointing out how some actors now label anyone who is a “traditional Democrat” as extremist. Quaid noted that the term “Nazi” has been used to describe people who are not o

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Feb 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrating Stars on February 18

John Travolta, who will be 72 this year, is one of the most famous names celebrating today. His middle name is Joseph, a small detail that fans sometimes forget. Molly Ringwald turns 58. She recently appeared in the movie “Run Amok, ” showing she still loves to act. Yoko Ono, a 93‑year‑old singer

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Feb 17 2026EDUCATION

Delaware's Future Educators and Artists Shine Bright

Delaware is buzzing with excitement as young minds showcase their talents and ambitions in various fields. The University of Delaware recently hosted nearly 400 students from across the state, all eager to explore careers in education. This event, known as the Delaware Educators Rising conference, w

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