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Mar 16 2026CRIME

A Utah Mom’s Dark Drive for Money

Kouri Richins, a 35‑year‑old mother from Kamas, Utah, is on trial for the death of her husband, Eric Richins. Prosecutors say she mixed fentanyl into his drink on March 4, 2022, and that her motive was financial. They claim she was a high‑risk entrepreneur who owed $4. 5 million on her house‑flippin

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Mar 16 2026FINANCE

JPMorgan Leads Big Loan Sale to Fund EA’s Buyout

The banking group, headed by JPMorgan Chase & Co. , has started a massive cross‑border leveraged loan offering worth $5. 75 billion to help fund the purchase of Electronic Arts Inc. The deal is among the largest of its kind in recent memory. Investors can buy a $4 billion term loan, labeled “B”, at

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Mar 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Patriots Player Explores Hollywood Dreams

A young linebacker from New England recently took a break from football to visit Hollywood. He joined the NFL Career Tour, which lets players meet people in different industries. The tour took him to Paramount Studios and a film company called Hidden Empire. He saw how movies are made on a

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert Forces Early School Dismissals in Central Pennsylvania

Central Pennsylvania faces a storm warning that could bring strong winds and tornadoes. The National Weather Service has issued high wind alerts for most of the state, lasting into the evening and even until 8 a. m. Tuesday in some areas. Winter weather advisories also cover parts of the west and ce

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Wind, Snow and Sudden Chill Hit Northeast Ohio

Early Monday a cold front pushed through the region, turning a mild start into a windy and wet day. Rain fell while gusts of 20 to 30 mph hit the area, with spikes up to 55 mph that could toss loose objects and knock down branches. A wind advisory is in place until 8 p. m. , so drivers with trucks o

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Mar 16 2026SCIENCE

Simple Enzymes from Kimchi Bacteria Break Down Plant Fibers

A special bacteria that lives in kimchi was studied to find useful enzymes. Scientists looked at its entire DNA map and found many genes that could split sugars. They chose three of those genes to test in a lab. Two were called LbXyl43A and LbXyl43B, and the third was LbBgl3. These genes we

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Mar 16 2026WEATHER

Snow and Wind Surprise the Smokies

East Tennessee woke up to a sunny March day, but now a sharp cold front is set to arrive. A big winter storm could bring up to five inches of snow on the highest peaks of the Great Smoky Mountains. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory that lasts from 1 p. m. today until

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Mar 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Where Do Hollywood’s Golden Men Live?

Oscar winners have their own quirks about where they keep the shiny statues that symbolize career peaks. Some stash them in fancy museums, others hide them under beds or on kitchen counters. The choice often reflects personal comfort, privacy needs, or a touch of humor. One veteran actor leaves his

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Crypto Pardon Debate Stalls in Congress

In a recent round of political chatter, Senator Bernie Moreno—known for his support of cryptocurrency legislation—strongly opposed the idea that former crypto trader Sam Bankman‑Fried should receive a presidential pardon. Moreno called the businessman “a piece of shit” and urged that he face long pr

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Mar 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cyber Talk: A New Look at Security and Learning

Southeastern Louisiana University is hosting a free talk on March 19 at 4 p. m. The event is part of the spring Industry Connect Distinguished Lecture series. The speaker is Matthew McNulty, the university’s Chief Information Security Officer. He also teaches part‑time in the Computer Science Dep

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