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Mar 19 2026CRIME

Hospice Clustering Sparks Medicare Fraud Scrutiny

A three‑story office plaza in Los Angeles is home to 89 licensed hospice agencies, a number that raises eyebrows among regulators. The building, known as Merabi Professional Medical Plaza, hosts a mix of businesses—from a salon to a realty firm—yet the bulk of its tenants are hospice providers. S

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Mar 19 2026POLITICS

New Rules for Homeschooling in Connecticut: What Parents Need to Know

The debate over how much state oversight should be given to families who teach their kids at home has finally ended with a narrow win for the bill. The measure, which some call House Bill 5468, aims to make sure children who leave public schools for home instruction still receive learning that match

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Future Field Star: Marley Shaffer Chooses Mount Aloysius

Marley Shaffer, a standout catcher from Penn Cambria in Lilly, has decided to take her softball career to the next level by enrolling at Mount Aloysius College. The young athlete weighed several options—University of Pittsburgh, Penn State Altoona, Alverno College in Wisconsin, and Simon Fraser Uni

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

49ers Boost Offense with New Receiver Christian Kirk

The San Francisco 49ers are tightening their passing attack for the upcoming NFL season. After adding veteran wideout Mike Evans, they signed Christian Kirk, a former Arizona Cardinals star who recently played for the Houston Texans. Reports say Kirk agreed to a one‑year contract worth up to $6 mill

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Coffee Machine Clash: Why the $649 Cuisinart Might Not Be Worth It

The Cuisinart Grind, Tamp and Brew sits in the middle of espresso prices. It costs $649, a price that puts it next to Breville and De’Longhi. Yet its look is more like a cheap Casabre or Gevi. People who dislike Breville and De’Longhi may be tempted. But the machine looks bulky, plasticy,

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

How Rice Plants Use Nitrogen and Hormones to Grow Better Roots

Rice plants are clever. They know how to use nitrogen, a vital nutrient, and brassinosteroids, plant hormones, to grow strong roots. This helps them adapt to changing environments. But how do these two things work together? It turns out, they have a special connection. Nitrogen is like food for pla

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Mar 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Designer Shares Tough Tales About Hollywood Stars

A well‑known costume artist opens up about the difficult personalities he has met on set. He says some actors were hard to work with, describing them as “unprofessional” and “disrespectful. ” The artist’s remarks paint a picture of the chaotic side of film production, where deadlines and personaliti

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Sneaker Innovation: Fragment and Nike's Futuristic Collaboration

A new sneaker has hit the scene, and it's turning heads with its unique design. The Fragment x Nike Mind 001 is not your average shoe. It's all black with blue dots that aren't just for show. These dots are part of the shoe's cushioning and support system. The bottom of the shoe is covered in bright

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Mar 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sign‑Language Streaming: A New TV World

VSYN+ is a streaming service that puts sign language at the center of its shows and movies. It was started by three people who saw that a huge group of people—those who use American Sign Language (ASL)—had no big place in the usual media world. They think ASL is one of the most studied languag

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Nick Barrotta Joins Untitled Entertainment After Success on The Oval

Barrotta, who first gained fame playing Allan in Tyler Perry’s BET series The Oval, has just signed with Untitled Entertainment. The actor’s career began in New York where he balanced journalism gigs at Entertainment Tonight, Celebuzz and The Wrap before moving into acting. He appeared in over

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