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Mar 12 2026SPORTS

Storms, Wind and a Race Against Time at The Players Championship

The Players Championship is set to unfold in Ponte Vedra Beach, where Florida’s temperatures are climbing into the low 70s. Yet, sun‑filled days will give way to a mix of rain and wind as the tournament kicks off. Forecasts warn that Thursday’s opening round could see a 70 percent chance of rain,

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Mar 12 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Prices Swing as Middle East Tensions Rise

The fight between Iran, the United States and Israel is now a big factor in how people trade digital money. When news of attacks comes out, investors quickly move their money around and the value of Bitcoin can jump or fall a lot. When the fighting seemed to calm, Bitcoin rose close to $70, 000.

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Mar 12 2026ENVIRONMENT

Field Trip to Restore Fulton’s Prairie: A Community Visit

The Fulton Historical Society is arranging a day out on March 15 at two in the afternoon, taking folks to a nearby prairie restoration project. The event is led by Dean Huisingh, who founded the society and also runs a conservation foundation that works to protect Illinois plants and animals. He

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Minnesota’s Tax Credit Tug‑of‑War: Schools, Money and Politics

The new federal tax bill offers a $1, 700 credit for people who give money to groups that hand out scholarships. Minnesota can choose to adopt the rule, but only if it wants its residents to benefit from it. House Republicans have pushed the state to sign up, threatening to pull back support for bu

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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Oil Release Moves to Calm Prices Amid Middle East Tension

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has decided to put 400 million barrels of oil into the market, its biggest release ever. This move follows earlier releases during Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Gulf War, showing how the IEA steps in when supply is threatened. Germany, Austria and Japa

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Mar 11 2026SPORTS

Ravens Drop Maxx Crosby, Eyeing New Pass Rusher

The Ravens decided not to trade for Maxx Crosby, a move that could influence their next big signing. This change opens the door for teams to target top defensive players, especially a standout pass rusher who is rumored to be deciding his next destination on Wednesday. Many clubs are watching closel

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Mar 11 2026CELEBRITIES

Benny Blanco Talks Foot Kisses and Clean‑Up Habits

The 38‑year‑old producer recently clarified how he keeps himself tidy after a viral moment with his wife Selena Gomez. During an episode of the podcast Friends Keep Secrets, Selena leaned down and planted a quick kiss on Benny’s foot while he rested it on a coffee table. The clip quickly sparked

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Mar 11 2026POLITICS

Trump Tries to Rally Support in Ohio and Kentucky Amid Economic Concerns

The former president is heading to Cincinnati on Wednesday, where he will tour a pharmaceutical plant and claim his policies are cutting drug costs. He plans to use the visit as a platform to reassure voters that he can keep the economy stable, even as tensions rise from the U. S. and Israel’s actio

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Mar 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s Next iPhone Might Be Heavier and Thicker

The newest Apple phone could be a bit thicker than the last model, with a height of 8. 8mm instead of 8. 75mm on the previous version. Reports from a frequent leaker on Weibo say that this change may also make the phone heavier, possibly over 240 grams. A heavier body could mean a larger batte

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Mar 11 2026BUSINESS

Gas Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Spike

The market stayed calm on Wednesday, even though hostilities between Iran and Israel—along with strikes against U. S. allies—continued to flare. Traders around the globe kept a close eye on the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow channel that links the world’s top oil producers to buyers. This passage carrie

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