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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

When Politics Turns into Legal Showdowns

Bill Pulte, who runs the Federal Housing Finance Agency, is busy trying to bring legal trouble on New York Attorney General Tish James. The aim? To accuse her of mortgage fraud over a house in Virginia that she bought for a relative. James won a lawsuit against Donald Trump in New York, and Pulte wa

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Mar 29 2026FINANCE

US Debt Market Shifts as Iran Conflict Drives Yields Higher

The U. S. Treasury market is feeling the pressure of a new war in Iran, with investors showing less enthusiasm for short‑term notes. Recent auctions for 2‑, 5‑ and 7‑year bonds drew weak bids, pushing yields above expectations. This shift is a sharp change from the record demand seen last month for

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Malibu Rally Draws Celebs and Political Voices

Doug Emhoff, the spouse of Vice‑President Kamala Harris, recently joined a large anti‑Trump protest in Malibu. The event was part of a series of “No Kings” rallies aimed at opposing the current administration’s policies. The gathering attracted a mix of actors, comedians, and political activists.

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Mar 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Comedy Sparks and Celebrity Conflicts in the Spotlight

David Spade recently took a sharp stance against California Governor Gavin Newsom and Congresswoman Karen Bass, calling their actions in Hollywood “terrifying. ” His comments came during a media event where he highlighted the political pressures that seem to be shaping the entertainment industry.

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Mar 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Portable TV That Turns Your Backyard Into a Movie Spot

This new 24‑inch screen can be carried anywhere and runs on a battery, so it lets you watch shows outside without needing a wall outlet. The screen is 1080p and has a matte finish that keeps glare low, making it easier to see in bright light. It runs Google TV and can stream from apps like YouTube o

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Mar 29 2026OPINION

Rebuilding Honesty: Why Freedom Helps Us Face Past Wrongs

A German thinker named Juergen Habermas recently passed away, and his life sparked a debate about how societies deal with their dark histories. His work focused on Germany’s responsibility for the Holocaust and its struggle to confront that past. He warned about rising far‑right movements in Euro

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Rebuilding Youth Care in Maine: A Call to Act

The state’s newest plan for the Long Creek Youth Development Center keeps delaying real help for young people who need it. Instead of opening the doors to new programs, lawmakers have swapped a clear timeline for five years of “studies. ” This change means the center will stay stuck, without fres

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Mar 29 2026SCIENCE

Copper in Pig Gut: A Hidden Battle Against Salmonella

Pigs that eat a lot of copper in their food face a strange shift inside their stomachs. The extra metal changes the tiny community of bacteria that normally live there, and this can affect how Salmonella Typhimurium behaves. The Salmonella strain that has become a worldwide problem, called ST34,

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Mar 29 2026SPORTS

Final Four Showdowns: Who Will Earn a Spot in the 2026 Championship?

The Elite Eight games on Sunday will decide who joins the Final Four. Two matchups bring together top teams that have dominated this season. The stakes are high: a single loss means the end of a dream. In one game, Tennessee, seeded sixth, will face Michigan, the top seed in the Midwest region. Ten

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Mar 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Zuko’s Journey Inspires a Space‑Novel Writer

The Nickelodeon cartoon “Avatar: The Last Airbender” tells a tale set in four kingdoms, each ruling one of the elements. Characters called benders can control their element, and a rare being named Aang can bend all four. One of the main villains is Zuko, a prince from the Fire Kingdom who later be

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