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Mar 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Where Do Hollywood’s Golden Men Live?

Oscar winners have their own quirks about where they keep the shiny statues that symbolize career peaks. Some stash them in fancy museums, others hide them under beds or on kitchen counters. The choice often reflects personal comfort, privacy needs, or a touch of humor. One veteran actor leaves his

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

New York City's Parking Plan: A Costly Shift for Drivers

New York City is considering a big change that could impact drivers. The idea is to turn free street parking into paid parking spots. This is not just about adding meters; it's about dynamic pricing, which means you'd pay more when parking is in high demand. Think of it like surge pricing on ride-sh

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

How Rice Plants Use Nitrogen and Hormones to Grow Better Roots

Rice plants are clever. They know how to use nitrogen, a vital nutrient, and brassinosteroids, plant hormones, to grow strong roots. This helps them adapt to changing environments. But how do these two things work together? It turns out, they have a special connection. Nitrogen is like food for pla

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Mariners Move Forward After WBC Mix‑Up

The World Baseball Classic is over, and the Seattle Mariners are eager to focus on the regular season. Randy Wilson says he’s happy to be back with his teammates and wants nothing from the tournament to distract him from winning a World Series. He stresses that the next big goal is March 26, when th

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Mar 15 2026FINANCE

Retirement Readiness: Are You Saving Enough?

Retirement planning is a crucial part of financial health, yet many people are falling short. The reality is, less than half of Americans are saving enough to keep their current lifestyle after they stop working. This is a big deal because as people earn more, they often spend more, making it harder

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

A Shift in Plans: Iranian Soccer Players Head Home

Three Iranian women's soccer players have chosen to return to their home country after initially seeking refuge in Australia. This decision comes after Australia granted humanitarian visas to seven players from the team, who expressed fears of facing persecution back in Iran. The players' concerns s

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Troy Taylor's Journey: A Rollercoaster Ride in the Mariners' Bullpen

The Seattle Mariners recently made some changes to their roster, sending a few players to the minors. Among them was Troy Taylor, a pitcher who had shown a lot of promise but has since faced some challenges. Taylor is known for his impressive skills. He has a fastball that can reach speeds of mid-9

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Mar 14 2026FINANCE

Retirement Isn’t a Finish Line – It’s a Long Trek

People often think retirement is the moment they stop working, but it’s more like a long hike. Just as climbers on Everest face danger at every stage, retirees encounter risks before, during, and after they stop earning. In the early years, many focus on saving enough money, assuming that will

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Mar 14 2026FINANCE

Living Off a $1M Nest Egg After 39

A person who steps away from work at 39 with a million dollars faces a very different challenge than someone who retires later. The money must stretch for more than half a century, not just 20 or 25 years. Inflation will eat into purchasing power, markets can crash when you need the money most

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Mar 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Japan Grants Green Light to First Cell‑Reprogrammed Treatment

A new medical breakthrough has reached a milestone in Japan: the government has approved the first therapy that uses human cells reprogrammed back to a stem‑cell state. This approval marks the start of a new era where damaged tissues can be replaced by cells that grow into the needed type. The appro

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