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Mar 04 2026POLITICS

U. S. Eyes Iran’s Future After Military Action

The White House said President Trump is talking with his advisers about what the United States might do in Iran once a recent military campaign ends. Trump’s team is also watching reports that Mojtaba Khamenei, the son of Iran’s former supreme leader, could become the next top religious ruler. The a

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Spartanburg’s Measles Surge: Why Low Vaccines Matter

A modern school in Spartanburg, South Carolina, houses about 600 students from a vibrant Slavic community. Only one‑fifth of its pupils have received the measles vaccine, a record low for public schools in the state. On October 8, officials announced that this school was one of just two in the co

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

New Autism Research Group Stands Up to Controversial Committee

Scientists and advocates have announced a fresh, independent body that will chart the future of autism studies. The new group aims to set priorities based on solid science, offering a counterpoint to a federal panel that many feel is tainted by questionable views. The federal committee was reshap

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Measles Review Postponed: Why the U. S. Needs More Time

The United States has pushed back a key meeting that will decide if the country still meets the “measles elimination” label, moving it from April to November. The panel, organized by the Pan American Health Organization, had invited U. S. officials to discuss whether recent outbreaks threaten t

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Life After the Leader: Iran’s New Challenge

Iran is in a strange place. A new leader must take the seat that was held by Ali Khamenei for more than thirty years. The country is still hurt by the 2026 massacre that killed thousands, and its economy is in trouble. People are angry and tired of being told that protests are foreign lies.

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Vaccine Hero’s Warning: Why We Must Keep the Shield Up

The story begins in 1957, when a young doctor named Stanley Plotkin was on his first night as a pediatric intern. A frantic father brought in a 3‑year‑old who could barely breathe, and before the doctor could even look at him, the boy died. The culprit was Haemophilus influenzae type b, a bacteria t

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Mar 02 2026HEALTH

Health Gaps: What Syracuse’s Uninsured Are Facing

The March meeting in Syracuse will let people talk about how not having health insurance hurts everyday life. Community leaders and doctors will share what they see in clinics, hospitals, and the streets. They’ll focus on how missing coverage stops people from getting medical help, keeps jobs

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Feb 28 2026CRYPTO

New Rules Could Shake Up Stablecoin Rewards

The Treasury Department has drafted a set of rules under the GENIUS Act that may limit how stablecoins can offer returns to holders. The proposal, released by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, spans 376 pages and will be open for public comment for 60 days. It specifically targets

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Feb 28 2026POLITICS

Maine Voices Say No to Extra Voting Hurdles

In November 2025, Mainers voted against a plan that would have made it harder to cast ballots. The result showed they value fair and open elections. Yet Senator Susan Collins, who has lived in the state, backs a federal bill called the SAVE Act. This law would force people to show original U. S. cit

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

Hoosiers Rise: A Coach’s Quiet Revolution

The spotlight on college football often falls on flashy programs and star recruits, but sometimes the biggest stories come from places that were once forgotten. In Indiana, a coach named Curt Cignetti has turned a long‑time underdog team into champions. When he stepped in, the Hoosiers were barel

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