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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Crypto Rules: Treat Them Like Any Other Money

Australia’s regulator says crypto is just another form of money that follows the same rules as old‑school finance. Instead of creating a separate set of laws, they want to look at what the digital coins actually do. If a token is used as a security, it should be covered by securities law; if i

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Mar 12 2026WEATHER

Warm New Jersey Heat Hits Record, but Short‑Lived

New Jersey felt like spring this week as many towns saw temperatures climb into the 70s and even touch the low 80s. The heat wave started after a day that set a new high for Newark on March 10, when the city reached 82°F—surpassing its previous record of 81°F from 2016. Nearby areas followed suit, w

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Mar 07 2026EDUCATION

Parents Eye Private Schools as City Cuts Gifted Programs

New York parents feel uneasy about Mayor Mamdani’s plan to end gifted programs for kindergartners in public schools. The move has sparked a surge of interest in private schools, where parents already invest heavily in tutoring and networking to secure spots. Some families have formed online groups t

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Mar 05 2026POLITICS

Israel Plans New Attacks on Iran’s Hidden Missile Bunkers

Israel has moved into a second stage of its campaign against Iran, targeting underground missile storage sites. The move follows the first week’s strikes that hit Iranian leaders and sparked a wider regional conflict, with Israel and the U. S. attacking targets in Iran, Lebanon, Iraq and the Gulf.

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Israel’s New Play: Turning War into a Chance for Change

Israel has stepped up its actions against Iran and its allies, turning what once seemed like a risky move into a strategic opportunity. For years the country worried that striking Iran would invite retaliation from Hezbollah, a powerful Lebanese group backed by Tehran. Now, Israel and the Unit

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Mar 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

People Want to Know How Much They’re Worth in Dating

New York subway cars once carried posters for a dating app called Bidsy that promised to turn romance into an auction. The ads claimed it would let users “discover your true dating market value” by bidding on potential partners. Some commuters felt uneasy, saying the idea reduced people to a price t

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Israel and the U. S. Team Up Against Iran: A New Challenge

Israel’s long‑time leader has pushed his country to align closely with the United States while also fighting Iran. Now, the two allies are on a joint mission to strike Iranian leadership, a move that could test their partnership in ways never seen before. The decision to involve the U. S. in what

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Escalating Tensions: Middle East Conflict Spreads

Israel launched air attacks on major sites in Iran’s capital, prompting a swift counter‑offensive that now reaches Lebanon. The military announced the strikes and ordered ground forces to push deeper into Lebanese territory, signaling a broader regional showdown. In response, Iran fired drones an

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Lebanon Bans Hezbollah Ops as Israel Retaliates for Rocket Attack

Israel’s forces killed a top Hezbollah intelligence officer in an overnight strike, sparking a wave of air raids across Lebanon. The IDF said the target was responsible for gathering and sharing data on Israeli troops, aiding plans for attacks. In response to Hezbollah’s rocket and drone barrage—cla

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Mar 03 2026CRIME

Cold Weather Turns New York Subway Into Crime Hotspot

New Yorkers noticed a sharp rise in subway trouble during February’s icy spell. The police said crime climbed almost 20 % after they stopped ejecting rule‑breakers because temperatures dropped below zero. In the month, more than 190 offenses were logged underground—about 18 % higher than in Ja

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