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Mar 20 2026POLITICS

A Major Shift in Student Loan Management Raises Questions

The federal government is making a big change in how it handles student loans. Starting now, the Treasury Department will take charge of loans where borrowers haven’t made payments in months. This covers about $180 billion of the government’s $1. 7 trillion student debt. Eventually, the Treasury wi

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Mar 20 2026POLITICS

A new plan for handling student loans shifts focus to the Treasury

The government just announced a three-step plan to move control of student loans to the Treasury Department. First, it will focus on loans that are already in default. Next, it will handle loans that are not yet in default, as long as it’s legally possible. Finally, the Treasury will help make sure

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Families pay their last respects as Iran buries victims of recent bombings

The spring rain fell gently on Behesht-e Zahra cemetery as family after family gathered around freshly dug graves. Each plot now marked a life cut short by the sudden violence that began with airstrikes three weeks ago. Among them was Arfan Shamei, just 23, whose mother Marzia Razaei clutched his po

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Mar 15 2026BUSINESS

NC Treasurer’s Early Move on Administrator Contract Sparks Debate

The state treasurer has begun the administrator contract process earlier than usual, a decision that has drawn attention from both supporters and critics. The move aims to speed up the selection of a new administrator for the state’s financial operations. Some people say this could help avoid delays

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

School Strike Sparks U. S. Accountability Calls

The United States is under scrutiny after a missile attack on an Iranian elementary school killed more than 165 people, most of them children. A U. S. official and another briefed on the preliminary military probe suggest that outdated intelligence from the Defense Intelligence Agency led U. S. Cent

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Mar 07 2026FINANCE

US Steps Up $20 Billion Support for Gulf Shipping

The U. S. International Development Finance Corporation has announced a $20 billion initiative aimed at protecting maritime trade in the Gulf, especially against war risks. The plan was approved by President Trump and involves close work with U. S. Central Command to give confidence back to ships sa

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Escalating Tensions: Middle East Conflict Spreads

Israel launched air attacks on major sites in Iran’s capital, prompting a swift counter‑offensive that now reaches Lebanon. The military announced the strikes and ordered ground forces to push deeper into Lebanese territory, signaling a broader regional showdown. In response, Iran fired drones an

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Tragic Blast at Minab School Leaves Dozens Dead

The morning of a Saturday in southern Iran turned into a nightmare when a missile struck the Shajareh Tayyebeh primary school. The blast happened while children were in class, between 10:00 and 10:45 a. m. , when U. S. and Israeli forces were conducting their first wave of attacks on the region. Im

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Feb 26 2026FINANCE

Bond Market Reacts as Investors Anticipate Inflation Data

The U. S. Treasury market cooled on Thursday, with the 10‑year yield falling more than two basis points to 4. 023% and the 30‑year dropping under two basis points to 4. 675%. Even the short‑term 2‑year note slipped slightly, ending at 3. 452%. These moves show investors are waiting for a big inflati

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

Tech Tycoons Shaping California's Future

California is seeing a big wave of money pouring into politics from tech billionaires and companies. This isn't just about elections; it's about shaping the future of technology and regulation in the state. With artificial intelligence booming, these big players want to make sure their interests are

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