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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

American Hockey Team Wins Gold in a Surprise Victory

The U. S. men's ice hockey squad surprised the world by beating Canada in a dramatic overtime match at the Winter Olympics. The game was intense, with both teams showing great skill and determination. American goalie Connor Hellebuyck played a crucial role, stopping many shots and keeping his team i

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Feb 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

OpenAI Secures Pentagon Deal After AI Showdown

OpenAI has reached a deal with the U. S. Defense Department to supply its AI tools for classified projects, following a clash with rival Anthropic that saw the Pentagon label the competitor a national‑security risk. The agreement came after OpenAI’s chief, Sam Altman, entered talks with the Penta

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

Plant Breeding: How Domestication Changes Many Traits

Scientists used the process of turning wild plants into crops as a living laboratory. They studied 13 different species, measuring between 11 and 57 traits that can be seen or counted. By comparing each species with its wild relatives, they found a clear pattern: most plants lose diversity in

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Feb 27 2026OPINION

Cross‑Border Cheers at the Winter Games

The Olympic arena in Milan felt less like a battlefield and more like a giant playground where people from all over the world could shout for their own athletes while still respecting those cheering for others. Before heading to the airport, a man bought several American flags and wondered if wav

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Raiders Eye Big Trade for Maxx Crosby

The Raiders are willing to part with their star defensive end, Maxx Crosby, if they receive a valuable return. They have outlined two main requests: two first‑round draft picks and an additional player. The exact type of player is unclear, but it likely needs to be someone who can contribute i

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Feb 26 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Ways to Watch Sports Stories on Netflix

Netflix keeps the Olympic spirit alive with fresh sports documentaries. First up, a look back at the 1980 U. S. hockey team that stunned the Soviet Union. The film shows players sharing their memories and explains why the win mattered for America. Next, a series about ice dancing controvers

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

New Directions in 2026: What Team Leaders Are Saying

The NFL Combine is a spotlight for front‑office chatter, and 2026 promises fresh moves. In Kansas City, the Chiefs’ general manager highlighted a desire for a faster running attack. With the No. 9 overall pick, he hinted at Notre Dame’s Jeremiah Love or a free‑agent option like Breece Hall. At

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

U. S. Hockey’s Gold Rush: Wins, Woes, and the Family Feeling

A quick glance at the 2026 Winter Games shows two gold medals hanging over U. S. hockey—one from the men’s team, one from the women’s. The story is not just about a puck that popped into the net; it’s about how family ties, media hype and political drama all collided on a snowy stage. First off, J

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Feb 24 2026SPORTS

Winter Games: Wins, Whims and Worries

Norway finished top of the medal table with 41 prizes, including 18 golds, followed by the United States and Italy. Yet numbers alone miss the drama that unfolded on and off the slopes. The spotlight fell on figure skater Alysa Liu, who after a brief retirement returned to win gold. Her performan

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Military Meets AI Boss Over Limits

The U. S. Defense Department has called in the chief of a leading AI firm to Washington for talks about how its tools can be used on secret military systems. The meeting comes after a new memo from the Secretary of Defense urged AI companies to lift restrictions on their software. This push has led

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