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Mar 17 2026CRIME

Police Officer Gets Over Five Years in Prison for Crypto Scams

A former deputy from Los Angeles County’s sheriff’s office was sentenced to more than five years in prison. The officer, who also flew helicopters for the department, worked with a cryptocurrency businessman to trick rivals and falsely arrest them. The judge said the officer abused his power.

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Mar 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Family Tie Gets Mired in a Rap Feud

The drama began when a rapper’s sister was caught up in a heated clash between two well‑known hip‑hop artists. The conflict originally stemmed from a social media exchange, and it quickly spiraled into a public showdown. The sister’s appearance on the scene was unexpected, but it didn’t dampen he

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Mar 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Oscars Silence Sparks Debate Over Political Voice

The ceremony that usually feels like a glittering showcase of film talent took an unexpected turn when the audience and many winners stayed quiet about pressing global issues. In a night dominated by awards, only a handful of speakers touched on matters like the U. S. war overseas or the situation i

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Mar 17 2026SCIENCE

Why Bamboo Sheaths Change Color: A Simple Look at the Science

"Bamboo is famous for tasty shoots, but what makes their outer sheaths look so different? Scientists studied five types of a popular bamboo called Chimonobambusa utilis. Each type was named C1 through C5, and researchers measured how bright or dull each sheath looked. One variety, C1, had a very lig

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Families pay their last respects as Iran buries victims of recent bombings

The spring rain fell gently on Behesht-e Zahra cemetery as family after family gathered around freshly dug graves. Each plot now marked a life cut short by the sudden violence that began with airstrikes three weeks ago. Among them was Arfan Shamei, just 23, whose mother Marzia Razaei clutched his po

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Who Really Runs Iran? Trump’s Confusion About Tehran’s Leadership

For months, global leaders have watched Iran’s leadership struggle with major changes. After the sudden death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in early attacks, his son Mojtaba Khamenei was quickly named as his replacement. Yet, even Washington admits it doesn’t fully understand who holds po

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

How U. S. Health Policy Changes Sparked Legal Battles

In early 2025, the Trump administration pushed major changes to U. S. healthcare rules, touching everything from vaccine guidelines to research funding. These moves led to multiple lawsuits from states, medical groups, and advocacy organizations. One key change involved removing COVID-19 shots from

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Federal prosecutors push back after judge blocks Powell subpoenas

A federal judge recently stopped prosecutors from asking for documents tied to renovations at the U. S. Federal Reserve’s headquarters. The judge also blocked requests for testimony from Fed Chair Jerome Powell about those expenses. The judge argued there was little proof of wrongdoing but plenty of

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Will the U. S. Supreme Court protect temporary protections for Haitian and Syrian migrants?

The U. S. Supreme Court has agreed to review whether the government can legally cancel Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for over 350, 000 Haitians and 6, 100 Syrians living in America. These protections were originally granted for safety reasons, but the current administration claims they should hav

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Court Stops President From Holding Back Billions in Funds

A federal court recently ruled against a plan that would have frozen trillions in federal aid. The case involved the Trump administration’s attempt to pause spending on government programs back in early 2025. The pause affected up to $3 trillion, covering grants, loans, and other financial support.

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