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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Creators Can Build Movies Without Hollywood

Markiplier shows that a big studio isn’t the only way to make a film people love. He talks about his new horror movie, inspired by the game “Iron Lung, ” and says fans can turn a passion project into a real business. Instead of waiting for Hollywood to notice, he used the 38‑million followers

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Lebanon Faces Crisis: UN Calls for $325M Aid as War Forces Hundreds of Thousands to Leave Homes

The United Nations has launched a new appeal for $325 million to support Lebanon, which is grappling with the fallout from a recent conflict that has displaced more than 800, 000 people. The appeal was announced by Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres in Beirut, urging that words of support be matched

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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Women in Zambia: How a Worm Disease May Raise Cervical Cancer Risk

In Zambia, many women face two health threats that can work together. One is a parasite called Schistosoma haematobium, which lays eggs in the body and can end up in the female reproductive organs. The other is human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that can cause cervical cancer if it stays in

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Court Switch Shakes Up Big 12 Semifinals

Kansas won its quarterfinal match with a narrow 78‑73 score, and the Big 12 Conference made a surprise decision afterward: the tournament’s hardwood will change for Friday’s semifinals. The league said that after talking with coaches from the remaining teams, they chose a traditional wooden floor to

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

March Madness Pulse: What to Watch Before the Bracket Drops

The final countdown is almost here, and the college basketball world is buzzing with last‑minute moves. Teams still fighting for a spot are like a tightrope walk; the ones that survive their conference tournaments may lock in an at‑large berth with a win or two. Ohio State’s recent victory ove

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Mar 13 2026OPINION

Megan Rapinoe Faces Criticism Over Iranian Soccer Team Silence

Piers Morgan took a sharp stance against former U. S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe, calling her lack of comment on the Iranian women’s team “hypocritical. ” The criticism stemmed from a New York Post piece that highlighted Rapinoe’s silence after the Iranian squad’s controversial anthem protest at the

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Mar 13 2026SCIENCE

Bacterial Juice Helps Fight Gut Inflammation

Scientists mixed 31 friendly bacteria in soy to make a clear liquid called IBM. They tested whether this drink could stop gut trouble in mice that were given a chemical called DSS to mimic colitis. For one week the mice drank IBM, then another week they received DSS. The researchers checked how sic

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Mar 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Reality Show Secrets Revealed

The final season of the famous modeling contest ended in 2018, but a new documentary is now exposing hidden truths about the show. The series digs into how the program ran like a machine, focusing on profit while ignoring contestants’ safety. Former participants and judges share their experien

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Mar 12 2026BUSINESS

Stock Picks That Might Be Worthy in 2026

Investors often look for companies that keep bringing in steady cash through subscriptions. A few big names are now trading lower than usual, making them possible bargains for those who want to start small. Three of these are Adobe, ServiceNow and Netflix. Adobe is known for its creative tools that

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Mar 12 2026SPORTS

Italy’s Power Play: Pasquantino’s Triple‑Homer Wins World Baseball Classic

Pasquantino hit three home runs in a single game, a first for the World Baseball Classic. His blasts helped Italy defeat Mexico 9‑1 and secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The win also allowed the United States to advance as the second team from their group. Italy’s victory broke a streak of

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