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Mar 22 2026POLITICS

Japan Mulls Clearing Mines in Hormuz if War Stops

Japan’s foreign minister said the country might send its forces to sweep naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz if a ceasefire ends the U. S. -Israeli conflict with Iran. The minister explained that such an operation would only happen after a complete stop to fighting and if mines were blocking shippin

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Mar 22 2026SCIENCE

Space Sleep: Can We Freeze or Hush the Body for Long Trips?

The idea of putting astronauts into a deep sleep or freezing them sounds like something out of a movie, but scientists are taking it seriously. In the story of “Project Hail Mary, ” a teacher wakes up on a ship miles away from Earth, but that fictional scene is just the tip of the iceberg when it co

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Mar 22 2026HEALTH

Coffee Genes May Boost Early Heart Plaque Risk

A large study looked at how people’s genes that favor coffee drinking might affect hidden heart disease. Researchers followed 24, 835 adults in Sweden and used imaging tests to check for early plaque in heart arteries and the neck’s carotid artery. Participants reported how often they drank coffee,

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Mar 22 2026CELEBRITIES

Dennis Rodman: From Rough Beginnings to Basketball Legend

Dennis Rodman grew up in a tough environment, moving from Trenton to Dallas where he learned resilience. His mother worked double shifts to support three children while the father was absent, leaving the kids to handle life on their own. Basketball became a pastime that later turned into a car

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Mar 22 2026SPORTS

Brayden Burries: From California Courts to Arizona Glory

Brayden Burries grew up in San Bernardino, California, and is an American athlete who has caught the eye of national teams. He joined the Junior National Team camps in 2023 and 2024, showing early promise on the court. His family background is rooted in sports: his dad, Bobby Burries, played coll

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Mar 22 2026CRIME

Three Life Sentences for a Gated Community Tragedy

A man from Newport Beach was handed three consecutive life sentences on March 20. He had killed his parents and a longtime housekeeper in a quiet gated community. The judge said the crimes were brutal, involving both bludgeoning and repeated stabbing. The defendant was found guilty of three special

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Young Leader Takes Charge of New Mexico Athletics

Ryan Berryman, 32, has stepped into the role of director at the University of New Mexico’s athletics department after a long journey that began with cleaning jerseys. His appointment marks the start of what the university calls a “new era” for its sports programs. Berryman’s path to leadership wa

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

A Rising Basketball Star and the Roots That Shape Him

Alex Karaban first appeared on a college basketball court in 2022, but his story runs deeper than the hoops and the scoreboards. Born on November 11, 2002, he grew up in Northborough, Massachusetts, where the local courts became his playground and his future. As a freshman at UConn, he started 38 of

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Mar 21 2026EDUCATION

Fairfield Schools Set Graduation Date, Review Safety Plans

The Fairfield Board of Education will meet next Tuesday to decide the date for the 2026 graduation ceremonies at Ludlowe and Warde high schools. The proposal is to hold the events on June 16 at 6 p. m. , a change that will be voted on during the special session. In addition to the graduation plan

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

The Hidden Costs of Montana’s State Budget

Montana’s budget reveals more than the numbers on paper. The state spends a lot of money, but much of it goes into long‑term debts that will hurt future generations. Many people think the budget is balanced, yet hidden lines show otherwise. The state’s debt has grown steadily. When lawmake

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