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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

A Bold Battle: The First Female Chief of Staff Faces Breast Cancer

Susie Wiles, the first woman to lead the White House staff, was diagnosed with breast cancer. She is 68 and says the tumor was caught early. Wiles will keep her job and does not plan to take a break. The disease is common; about one in eight women in the U. S. will encounter it. Wiles to

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Mar 16 2026FINANCE

Oil Prices Drop, Stocks Rally Amid Middle East Tensions

The markets opened higher after a sharp decline in oil prices. The S&P 500 climbed about one percent, ending its three‑week losing streak. Meanwhile the Dow gained roughly 0. 7 percent and the Nasdaq rose over one percent. Oil has been the main mover for the day. A barrel of U. S. crude fell 4. 1 p

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Rocket Journeys: From Tiny Beginnings to Giant Dreams

The first liquid‑fuel rocket, named “Nell, ” lifted only 41 feet on its debut a century ago. Though modest, it sparked the era of spaceflight that would see humans walk on the Moon decades later. Celebrating this milestone, several staff members share their most memorable launch experiences. One

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Snowstorm Leaves a Trail of White in Minnesota

The heavy snowfall that swept across Minnesota this weekend has finally stopped, leaving behind a mix of impressive and modest winter layers. In the southeastern part of the state, residents reported the heaviest drifts, with many areas receiving close to a foot of new snow. Wabasha was the ha

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert: Strong Winds and Possible Tornadoes Hit Central North Carolina

A powerful cold front is moving into central North Carolina, sparking a rare Level 4 severe weather warning. The forecast calls for widespread thunderstorms that could bring strong wind gusts and even a few long‑track tornadoes. Winds up to 40 mph are expected across the day, not just in storms, and

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Oil Routes, Alliances and the New Middle‑East Tension

Israel claimed it had struck a Tehran building that supported Iran’s space plans, calling the site a hub for military satellites. Photos on social media show damage to a research institute in central Tehran, linked to the Chamran‑1 satellite launched last year. Meanwhile, three Pakistani tankers hav

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

NFL Draft Preview: What Free‑Agency Deals Mean for the 2026 Picks

After a whirlwind week of free‑agency deals, teams are turning their focus to the upcoming draft. While big contracts were signed and veteran players moved on, the next step for many franchises is to strengthen their rosters with young talent. The mock draft presented here highlights how teams might

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

A Sudden Loss in Texas: An Afghan Family’s Tragic Day

Paktyawal, a 41‑year‑old Afghan veteran who had fled the war and sought asylum in the United States, died less than a day after being taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the Dallas suburb of Richardson. The incident unfolded on a Friday morning when masked agents surro

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Mar 16 2026SPORTS

When a Call Misses: The WBC’s Near‑Miss

A game that could have ended in a different way turned out to be a lesson about human error. In the World Baseball Classic semi‑final, the United States beat the Dominican Republic 2‑1 after two controversial strike‑three calls. One call happened on a slow slider that was well below the knee,

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Cuba Opens Doors for Overseas Investors

A Cuban deputy prime minister said the island will let people living abroad, especially in places like Miami, put money into and own businesses back home. The announcement comes as the country tries to revive its economy after a tough energy crisis and a few rare protests. The official highlighte

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