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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Slow Growth and Rising Fuel Costs: How the US Economy Is Feeling the Heat

The United States saw a modest 0. 7 % rise in GDP during the last quarter, a sharp drop from the earlier estimate of 1. 4 %. The slowdown came after a year marked by political turmoil and the government shutdown, which pulled the economy back by about 1. 16 percentage points. Analysts expect that ma

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Team Moves: Who’s Still Free and Where They Might Fit

Free‑agency starts with big names dreaming of a scramble, but the first three days often leave only a few hot spots. Some players who were expected to jump between multiple teams are instead waiting for the right offer, and the market shifts from player to team quickly. Even with a few marquee nam

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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Drip Deals: Are IV Vitamins a Smart Choice?

People are lining up at colorful “drip bars” across the state, paying $200 to $600 for vitamin infusions that promise quick recovery from a hangover, clearer skin, or better focus. A 34‑year‑old lawyer who usually caught two colds a year says the experience helped him stop getting sick altogether. T

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Cuba Talks to the U. S. as Energy Shortage Hits Hard

Cuban leaders have opened a conversation with Washington, a first step after years of tension. President Miguel Díaz‑Canel said the meetings aimed to tackle the growing power crisis and other differences between the two nations. He did not give details, but the timing suggests a response to the isla

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Ravens’ Medical Check Turns Trade on Its Head

The Baltimore Ravens pulled back a deal that had moved defensive lineman Maxx Crosby from the Las Vegas Raiders, citing concerns raised during a medical evaluation. The trade had been announced earlier in the week, with Baltimore offering first‑round draft picks for 2026 and 2027. But a second look

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Mar 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s $600 Laptop Is Shaking Up the PC World

Apple has just released a new laptop that costs only $600. It is called the MacBook Neo. The price and power of this machine are surprising to many PC makers. Some executives even laughed about it, showing they did not expect Apple to enter the budget laptop market. The Neo is built with a powerful

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Mar 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Fabric Sensors: Tracking Moves Without Wires

Textile wearables that can watch how we move are gaining ground in health, sports and fun. They feel like a second skin because they bend with us and can record data all the time. The ideal design would have no stiff electronics glued to the cloth and would send information wirelessly, so it doesn’t

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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Cleveland’s Margaritaville Says Goodbye to the Flats

The spot on 1150 Front Avenue in Cleveland’s East Bank has finally shut its doors for good. The Margaritaville chain announced on March 12 that the restaurant will not reopen, ending a chapter for locals who once flocked there. Fans and staff alike were thanked in the statement, which noted ho

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Every Kid Deserves a Break: Ohio’s Recess Debate

Ohio’s governor has reignited talk about a long‑pending bill that would mandate an hour of recess each day for students from kindergarten to eighth grade. The proposal, introduced last year by two state representatives, calls for 30 minutes in the morning and another 30 in the afternoon unless a stu

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

LED Court Glitches: Big 12’s New Surface Sparks Debate

The Big 12 recently switched to a full LED glass floor for its basketball tournaments, sparking mixed feelings among players and coaches. Some see the flashy design as a marketing win for the conference, while others worry about player safety and performance. During last week’s women’s tournament

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