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Mar 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Social Media’s Hidden Toll on Kids

A recent court decision in California found that big tech firms, including the company behind Facebook and Instagram, can be held responsible for harming a young woman’s mental health. The case focused on how these platforms are built to keep users, especially children, hooked. In a separate tria

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Mar 31 2026FINANCE

Tech Shares Drop Amid Iran Tension: What It Means for the Market

The big tech names that once lifted U. S. stocks are now falling, and this shift could hurt the whole market. Investors used to buy companies like Apple, Google and Microsoft because they keep earning a lot of money and have strong balance sheets. But the recent fighting in Iran has shaken con

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Mar 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Music: Tool or Threat?

New software lets anyone create almost professional songs in minutes. Platforms like Suno and Udio use huge data banks to write melodies, choose instruments, and mix tracks automatically. The result is music that sounds real but was made by a computer. Some artists love the speed. A songwr

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Mar 31 2026SCIENCE

How Happy People Feel About Gambling Can Signal Trouble

People often think gambling is just a game, but it can affect how happy they feel overall. A new study looked at this idea by asking Australians who gamble whether they enjoy it and how that relates to problems. The researchers used both surveys and interviews, gathering data from people who play in

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Mar 31 2026CRIME

A Tale of Misused Funds: Two Activists Face Big Consequences

Monica Cannon‑Grant, a 44‑year‑old activist in Boston, was found to have taken more than $100, 000 from COVID relief and other donations meant for community help. She used the money to pay for her own trips, cars and meals instead of supporting those she promised. In January, a federal judge gave he

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Mar 31 2026WEATHER

Storms in the Spring: How Warm Air and Wind Build a Tornado

The season for tornadoes often starts in April, when the weather changes a lot. Warm, wet air from the Gulf of Mexico moves inland and meets cooler, drier air that still lingers in the region. This clash creates a lot of energy high up in the sky, especially when strong winds at jet‑stream height mi

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Mar 31 2026OPINION

Colorado’s Film Future: A New Path Ahead

The Colorado film scene, once a hotspot for classic movies, has struggled with few big projects and talent moving to bigger markets. A fresh opportunity arrives when the Sundance International Film Festival plans a ten‑year stay in Boulder starting 2027. The state’s $70 million deal includes $34 mil

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Russia Gains From Iran’s Struggle

Russia is making money while Iran fights. When the U. S. attacked Iran, many thought Moscow would help its old partner. Instead, Russia has turned the conflict into a profit opportunity. Oil sales have doubled. Before the war, Russia earned about $135 million each day from oil exports.

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Basketball and personal opinions: where should a player's boundaries be?

The Chicago Bulls parted ways with guard Jaden Ivey after just four games, a move tied to his public criticism of the NBA’ s Pride Month celebrations and remarks about religion. Team officials cited "conduct detrimental to the team, " raising questions about how far players can take their off-court

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Mar 31 2026FINANCE

Oil Stocks Get a Boost from Middle East Tensions

Diamondback Energy has seen its stock rise sharply in the past year, climbing nearly 30% and hitting record highs. The company operates mostly in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive U. S. oil fields, where it drills and acquires new wells. With Middle East conflicts driving up global energ

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