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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

No Talks Planned With Lebanon, Says Israeli Minister

The Israeli foreign minister has clarified that the government will not be engaging in direct discussions with Lebanon in the near future. He also denied reports that Israel is low on missile interceptors, a claim that had been circulating in the media. Earlier this week, a local newspaper suggested

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Ken Paxton vs. John Cornyn: A Texas Senate Showdown

In a recent debate, a Texas political strategist challenged Senator John Cornyn’s bid for another term. She argued that Cornyn has little to show for his time in the Senate, pointing out his attempts to limit Second Amendment rights and his frequent attacks on former President Donald Trump. The stra

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Mar 15 2026RELIGION

Peter Thiel’s Secret Rome Talks Stir Church Debate

A billionaire from Silicon Valley is holding a closed‑door meeting in Rome. The event, which started on Sunday and will finish Wednesday, talks about a figure called the Antichrist. Only invited guests can attend; journalists are not allowed. The place of the talks is not known to the public. Peopl

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Talking Without Fighting: A Quick Guide

People often clash when they share their thoughts in public spaces. This is especially true when discussing politics. It's okay to have different views. The problem starts when these differences turn into personal attacks. When someone disagrees, it's easy to feel upset. But reacting with insults o

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Mar 15 2026HEALTH

Deciding When a Newborn Is on the Edge

Parents and doctors often meet when a baby arrives just shy of being able to survive on their own. In those moments, they must talk about values, worries and disagreements fast. The usual method in the U. S. is called “shared decision making. ” The idea behind it is that facts like chances of sur

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Mar 15 2026HEALTH

Health Check‑Ups: Why Some Countries Do Better Than Others

The study looks at how well 30 countries in the OECD keep track of people’s health. Researchers used data from a big database that covers body‑weight checks done between 2018 and 2022. They made a score that mixes how good the tools are, how accurate the data is, who gets checked and how often. Scor

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Bears on the Move: Illinois vs. Indiana Stadium Showdown

The debate over where the Chicago Bears will play next season has moved from the suburbs to a state‑wide rivalry. In late February, Indiana’s governor signed a bill that opens the door for a brand‑new stadium in Hammond, just 28 miles north of Chicago. The state’s plan offers the team a modern

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Marcus Ericsson Wins First IndyCar Pole at Arlington

The 35‑year‑old Swedish driver Marcus Ericsson finally broke through after a tough season, grabbing the first pole of his IndyCar career at the new Java House Grand Prix in Arlington. He said he had been “pissed‑off” by his performance last year and that the offseason grind was paying off. Eri

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Senator Cassidy’s Big Test: Vaccine Politics and a Fight for Re‑election

Senator Bill Cassidy, once known as a strong supporter of vaccines, now faces a tough test in Louisiana. He voted for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who is skeptical about many vaccines, to head the Department of Health. That decision has put him in a tight spot with voters who trust him to protect p

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Mar 15 2026BUSINESS

Health Care Jobs Keep Growing, But the Future Is Uncertain

The United States is still seeing a rise in jobs that help people stay healthy, but the momentum may slow soon. Last year, health care added about 400 000 new positions, a jump that outpaces almost any other period in the past three decades. This growth is driven by an aging population and medica

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