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Mar 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Retire Abroad: Why France and Costa Rica Are Hot Picks

Many people who want to retire think about sunshine, cheap living costs, and a calm lifestyle. More Americans are also looking to move outside the United States. Research shows that the share of adults over 55 who plan to leave America has jumped from a few percent in the 1970s to about 17 % t

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Mar 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Emergency Ready: How to Pack Your Go‑Bag for a Hot, Stormy World

Planning ahead for extreme weather isn’t just smart—it can save lives. Recent climate research shows that the chance of hitting a disaster has doubled since 1960, and U. S. disasters already cost more than \$100 billion in the first half of 2025. As heat waves, floods and wildfires grow more common,

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Mar 18 2026FINANCE

Growth in Sales Beats Profit Drop at Louis Dreyfus

Louis Dreyfus Company, a major player in the global grain market, reported lower profits for 2025 while showing stronger sales and shipping volumes. The company’s core earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation fell to $1. 83 billion from $1. 88 billion the year before. Net

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Reducing Fish Waste by Cutting Down on Antibiotic Residues

The middle part of a food chain is made up of small and medium businesses that move products from farmers to stores. In China, this “hidden middle” often hides safety problems and lets food waste grow. Researchers looked at data from 247 regions in China, covering the years 2015 to 2022. They focus

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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

Super‑Eight Baseball: New Rules, Old Questions

The plan for a new Super‑Eight baseball tournament has cleared a big step. The idea is to let the top eight teams, no matter their division, play each other in a best‑of‑three series. Each team gets at least one home game. The winners move on to a single‑elimination semi and final that happen at the

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Mar 18 2026FINANCE

Axis Bank Boosts Consumer Loans with Fresh $162 Million

Axis Bank has decided to add 15 billion rupees, about $162 million, into its consumer lending business, Axis Finance. The move came after the bank’s board approved the funding plan on March 18. Earlier in January, the bank paused plans to sell a share of Axis Finance. This pause followed a

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Mar 18 2026FINANCE

Housing Market Boosts and a New Spending Surge

The economy is showing signs of strong growth, especially in the housing sector. A recent discussion highlighted three key indicators that are moving in a positive direction: pending home sales, existing home sales, and new housing starts. All three have been on the rise, suggesting that buyers are

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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

A Rising Star: The Journey of LSU’s MiLaysia Fulwiley

MiLaysia Fulwiley is a name that has become synonymous with talent and determination on the basketball court. Born in South Carolina, she grew up in Columbia where early challenges shaped her path toward success. Her story is not just about points and rebounds; it’s also about resilience, faith, and

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Mar 18 2026SPORTS

A Rising Star Who Balances Books, Basketball and Community

Caleb Wilson stands out because he blends court skills with a sharp mind. At his school, he keeps a 3. 8 GPA while also leading the basketball team to victories. His teachers note that he treats teammates with respect and stays on top of his studies, breaking the usual image of a college athlete w

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Choosing Care for Very Premature Babies

When a baby arrives at 22, 23 or 24 weeks old, doctors and parents face tough choices. Some families hope the child can survive and grow healthy; others worry about pain, long‑term problems and money. Studies show that more babies are living after these early births, but many still face serious heal

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