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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

A New Brain Center Opens Its Doors

Cleveland Clinic is building a huge new brain hospital that will open in 2027. The facility will bring together doctors who treat everything from strokes to dementia under one roof, making it easier for patients to get the best care. The 1‑million‑square‑foot building will have 15 floors, but

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Mar 03 2026FINANCE

High‑Yield Short Puts on Micron: A Value Investor’s Playbook

Micron Technology shares have slipped about 7 % to roughly $383, pushing the price of its near‑term put options higher. Investors who sell out‑of‑the‑money (OTM) puts can pocket a sizeable upfront payment while setting a lower entry point for the stock. For instance, a one‑month put expiring Apri

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

Children in Afghanistan Face Growing Hunger Crisis

The United Nations reports that the number of Afghan children suffering from severe malnutrition will rise sharply in 2026. Aid to the country has dropped significantly since 2021, after foreign troops left and the Taliban took control. Natural disasters such as earthquakes have worsened food shor

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

A Simple Plan to Keep Your Sleep on Track When the Clock Changes

When the clocks move forward at 2 a. m. on Sunday, many people feel an immediate loss of one hour of sleep. Experts say this shift can affect health, especially if you already have trouble sleeping. A sleep specialist in Houston suggests a practical way to ease the change: move your bedtime ba

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sony Gains Full Control of Peanuts

Sony Music Entertainment Japan and Sony Pictures Entertainment have secured an 80‑percent stake in the Peanuts franchise, paying $460 million to acquire the remaining shares from WildBrain. Sony Music Japan already owned 39 percent since 2018, so this deal adds another 41 percent and brings the belo

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Mar 03 2026LIFESTYLE

Living with a Messy Daughter‑in‑Law

The house is shared by the writer, her son and his wife. The couple works full‑time; the husband handles laundry, cleaning and cooking. Yet every day the kitchen turns into a pile of dishes that nobody washes. The writer feels trapped, as her attempts to speak up are met with defensive excuses from

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Swimmers, Sprinters and Champions Line Up for Madrid Awards

Katie Ledecky is one of the athletes who will be honored at the Laureus World Sports Awards in Madrid on April 20. She earned her place by winning both the 800‑meter and 1500‑meter freestyle races at last August’s World Swimming Championships. In the 800‑meter event, she became the first swimmer to

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Friday Night Lights: A Story About Football, Family and Growing Up

The show begins in a small Texas town where high‑school football is more than a game; it’s the heart of the community. The first season introduces us to Coach Taylor, his teammates and their families, and it hooks viewers with a dramatic injury that forces the team to rebuild without its star quarte

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Mar 03 2026SCIENCE

Exploring How Religion Shapes Social Thought

Researchers have turned their attention to how people’s religious beliefs influence the way they act and relate to others. This study looks at the most cited papers in this area, aiming to map out what ideas dominate and how they connect. By using a method called bibliometrics, the authors counted r

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