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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Snow and Wind Surprise the Smokies

East Tennessee woke up to a sunny March day, but now a sharp cold front is set to arrive. A big winter storm could bring up to five inches of snow on the highest peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that lasts from 1 p. m. today until

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Mar 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Where Do Hollywood’s Golden Men Live?

Oscar winners have their own quirks about where they keep the shiny statues that symbolize career peaks. Some stash them in fancy museums, others hide them under beds or on kitchen counters. The choice often reflects personal comfort, privacy needs, or a touch of humor. One veteran actor leaves his

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Mar 16 2026CRYPTO

Crypto. com Adds a New Retirement Option for Crypto Fans

Crypto. com has rolled out a new type of retirement account that lets people mix crypto with stocks and ETFs in one tax‑advantaged place. The move shows how digital asset firms are moving beyond simple trading and into long‑term wealth management, giving investors a way to put crypto into their reti

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Mar 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Beer or Wine? A Friendly Food Fight

Collision Bend Brewing Co. is turning a regular night into a playful taste test, inviting guests to decide whether beer or wine better matches each dish. The event kicks off at 6 p. m. on Wednesday, March 25, in Cleveland’s Flats East Bank. A local wine expert and the brewery’s own brewmaster will

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Airstrike on Tehran Prison Sparks Global Outcry

A United Nations investigator announced that an Israeli bombing of Tehran’s Evin prison last year amounted to a war crime. The strike killed over 70 people, according to Iranian officials, and the site has suffered further damage from recent U. S. -Israeli attacks. The prison is known for holding po

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Oscar Winners: A Director’s Silence Sparks Debate

The film that took home Best Picture at last night’s ceremony has become the center of a larger conversation about art and politics. The winner, a movie that follows a radical leftist group battling an authoritarian regime, was praised for its storytelling and technical achievements. Yet when asked

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Mar 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Hollywood's New Thin Obsession: A Closer Look

Celebrities are getting thinner. Really thin. Like, "could snap in half" thin. Stars like Emma Stone, Demi Moore, and Jenna Ortega have been turning heads on red carpets lately, and not just because of their outfits. Their super-slim figures have sparked conversations about health, pressure, and the

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Mar 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Vibrant Vibes: Oscars Stars Shine in Colorful Gowns

The Oscars red carpet was a canvas of vibrant colors this year, with stars like Renate Reinsve and Chase Infiniti making bold fashion statements. Reinsve, nominated for best actress, chose a classic red Louis Vuitton strapless dress with a high side slit. She completed her look with a matching red l

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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 16 2026BUSINESS

European Investment Firm Secures Big Fund Despite Challenges

Triton Partners, a big name in European investments, just raised a huge amount of money. They got €5. 5 billion for their new big fund. That's a lot of cash! This is a big deal because not long ago, they had some issues. People were talking about their work culture, and it was hard for them to get n

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