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Mar 04 2026BUSINESS

South Africa’s Business Mood Gets a Lift, But the Middle East Still Worries

A new survey shows that business confidence in South Africa jumped 3 points during the first quarter of this year, reaching its highest level since 2015 (excluding the COVID recovery). The rise is linked to a steady government, friendly interest rates and a stronger rand against the dollar. Yet m

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Mar 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung’s New Phone Uses 8‑Bit Screens, Not 10‑Bit

Samsung’s newest flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra, was first announced with a promise of a 10‑bit display that would bring brighter colors and smoother gradients. A later statement from the company clarified that all three S26 models actually use 8‑bit panels. This means they can show about 16. 7 mill

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Lindsey Graham’s “Free‑Speech Slip” Sparks Online Buzz

Senator Lindsey Graham appeared on a major news channel to defend U. S. and Israeli actions against Iran, claiming the moves were necessary to protect global safety. During his remarks he criticized several European countries that expressed worry about the strikes, calling them “lost” and urging th

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

The President, the Press, and a 14‑Second Pause

Jon Stewart, known for his sharp humor on the “Daily Show, ” took aim at President Donald Trump and the media that surrounds him. He criticized Trump for dragging the United States toward a conflict with Iran without explaining why it was necessary to the public. Stewart pointed out that past leader

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

\“Calling Victims ‘Terrorists’: A Senate Clash Over Language\”

The debate began when the secretary of homeland security said that two people shot by federal agents in Minneapolis were “domestic terrorists. ” She repeated the claim at a Senate hearing, insisting that it came from on‑scene agents. Senators from both parties asked why she would label victims of vi

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Mar 03 2026BUSINESS

Skimping on Sweetness: The Hidden Cost of Cheap Chocolate

A few years ago, a popular podcast noticed companies cutting corners on their products as costs rose. They coined “skimpflation” to describe this trend: lowering quality instead of raising prices. The term resurfaced when a famous candy brand released new mini‑heart sweets that disappointed fans. B

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Dangerous Skits and Threats: A Cautionary Tale

A popular American comedy show has recently drawn criticism after a segment that many viewers found offensive. The sketch, which was intended as humor, mocked a neurological condition in a way that many felt crossed the line into cruelty. The backlash highlighted how even short comedic moments can s

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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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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Candidate Uses Faith to Stand Out in Texas Senate Race

The story begins with a young representative who is trying to win the Democratic nomination for a U. S. Senate seat in Texas. He calls himself a Christian who fights against the idea that faith should be used to push a single political agenda. He says he wants politics to help people who are hungry,

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Mar 03 2026EDUCATION

Science Playground for Kids at Colorado State University

The annual gathering at the Lory Student Center turned ordinary physics into a playground for more than 8, 000 young visitors. Instead of following the usual order, this rewrite starts with the hands‑on excitement: children lifted objects with robotic arms, flew model planes on simulators, spun l

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