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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Travel Plans in Turmoil: What the Iran Conflict Means for Your Trips

The war near Iran is already affecting everyday costs like gas and groceries, but its impact on travel goes far deeper. As airlines scrambled when fighting started in late February, flight routes were disrupted and prices began to climb, especially for long‑haul journeys that usually cut through Mid

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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 2026BUSINESS

Live Nation’s Slack Scandal Hits Court

A new set of internal chat messages from Live Nation has surfaced in a federal trial. The chats, sent on Slack between late 2021 and early 2023, show a staff member calling fans “so stupid” and bragging that the company is “robbing them blind. ” These messages are now part of a lawsuit filed by t

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Ivorian Drum Returns Home After a Century

In the heart of Abidjan, a lively crowd of chiefs and villagers gathered at the airport on Friday to greet a giant drum that had been away for more than 100 years. The instrument, known as Djidji Ayokwè or “Panther‑Lion” in the local language, is over three metres long and almost 400 kilos heavy. It

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Lebanon Faces Mass Evacuation Orders Amid Ongoing Israeli Strikes

Israel has issued orders that force people to leave homes in more than one‑eighth of Lebanon’s land, a major aid organization reports. The directives now cover roughly 1, 470 square kilometres, or about 14 % of the country, and include parts of southern Lebanon and stretches of Beirut. These command

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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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Mar 13 2026EDUCATION

A New Generation Shines at Flint’s 70‑Year Science Fair

Mid‑Michigan students gather in downtown Flint for a two‑day science showdown. The event kicks off Friday with students setting up their projects at the University of Michigan‑Flint’s Riverfront Residence Hall and Banquet Center. Saturday is the real action: judges review the displays, intervi

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Mar 13 2026FINANCE

Money Talk for Families: Simple Rules Everyone Can Use

Keeping money secrets in a household can hurt everyone. When couples split responsibilities, one person may handle all the bills while the other deals with investments. If an unexpected event happens, the less involved partner may not know where assets are hidden or how to protect them. A yearly

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Mar 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney Take the Mic for Wrexham’s Big Game

Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have traded their movie sets for a commentary booth, promising a wild ride as they cover Wrexham’s showdown with Swansea City. They joked that the duo “has no idea how this is going to go, ” but they’re excited to give it a shot. Both actors admit they only lea

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Mar 13 2026RELIGION

Spiritual Strength Helps Refugees Cope

Religion can act as a shield for people who have left their homes. When families lose friends, traditions and feel unsure about the future, faith offers a sense of purpose. A study with 272 adults who had moved because of conflict looked at how belief and prayer affect their well‑being. Tho

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