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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Yoga Helps Teens Beat Online Gaming Overload

An experiment in an Indian school tested whether a short yoga course could ease the troubles of teens who play video games too much. Researchers chose 120 students who were known to spend long hours on gaming and randomly split them into two groups. One group followed an eight‑week yoga progra

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Trump Trusts Gabbard Despite Security Shake‑Up

President Trump says he fully trusts Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, according to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Leavitt shared this on Fox News after the resignation of a top security official over Iran policy. Joe Kent, who led the National Counterterrorism Ce

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Why Menopause Might Affect Heart and Metabolism Risk

After menopause, many women notice changes in their body that go beyond hot flashes. Research on mice shows these changes could link to a hormone-like substance called asprosin. After removing ovaries to mimic menopause in mice, scientists found that asprosin levels jumped higher in blood and fat ti

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Mar 18 2026WEATHER

Winter lingers: What Michigan can expect after the big blizzard

The massive blizzard that shut down much of northern Michigan has finally moved on, but it left behind a mess that won’t vanish overnight. Places like Marquette and Negaunee just set new snow records in 48 hours, burying roads under heavy drifts. The Upper Peninsula and areas from Traverse City to t

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s New Budget Mac Book Opens a Door for Students

Apple has introduced a new MacBook model that can be bought by students for just $499. This price is lower than any previous MacBook, making it easier for parents and schools to buy one. Before this, the cheapest Apple laptop started at $999, so many families could not afford a MacBook for the

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Belgium Faces Former Diplomat Over Congo Leader’s 1961 Killing

A court in Brussels has decided that a former Belgian diplomat must stand trial for his role in the 1961 murder of Patrice Lumumba, Congo’s first prime minister. The case is a final effort to clarify the unclear events that led to Lumumba’s death, which remains controversial decades later. Lumumb

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Mar 17 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin Shines as a Global Safe Haven in Uncertain Times

Bitcoin has begun to prove itself as an asset that can move freely across borders, especially when global tensions rise. A recent discussion on a popular podcast highlighted how Bitcoin and oil are both showing strength, but for different reasons. While the oil market is buoyed by supply disruptions

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Mar 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Highlights and flops from the 2026 Oscars

The 2026 Oscars handed out wins to two big movies—"One Battle After Another" took six awards, including best picture, while "Sinners" scored four, including best actor for Michael B. Jordan. Both films dominated the year, but the show also had its share of cringe-worthy moments. Conan O’Brien hosted

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Mar 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Teyana Taylor’s Post‑Oscars Stand‑Up

After the Oscars wrapped, Teyana Taylor found herself in a tense moment on the sidewalk. A security guard tried to keep her from heading back up the stairs for a photo with the Best Picture winners. The man pushed against her, and she shouted at him for touching a woman’s right side. The confront

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

Students Get a Chance to Pick the Best Female Athlete of the Week

The school district is asking parents, teachers and students to decide who will be honored as the top female athlete for the week of March 9‑15. A live poll will run until 8 p. m. on Wednesday, and the winner will be revealed on the district’s Instagram the following morning. If you think a pl

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