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Mar 13 2026CRYPTO

XRP’s Quiet Stand: A Possible Upswing on the Horizon

Bitcoin has been moving inside a clear band since early February, hitting both the top and bottom limits again and again. Those highs can either signal a turn or become a launchpad if buyers gain momentum. XRP is currently near the bottom of its own band against Bitcoin, a pattern that started in

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

AI May Shift Power, Says Silicon Valley Leader

A top tech executive recently warned that future AI tools could tilt political and economic influence away from educated, often female voters who lean Democratic. He believes these people will see their job prospects and bargaining power shrink, while workers with more practical skills could gain an

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Mar 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Hidden Fence That Solved a Vanishing Woman’s Case

Nancy Woodrum, 62, ran a hair salon in Paso Robles and lived alone at her Victorian ranch home called Paradise Ranch. She was known for her friendly nature, but after her husband’s death she kept to herself. On May 5, 2018, her daughter Amanda noticed that Nancy had not shown up to a regular Bible s

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Mar 13 2026RELIGION

Education Levels Vary Widely Among U. S. Religions

The latest national survey shows that people who follow smaller religions tend to have higher education. Hindu and Jewish Americans lead the way, with about 70 % of Hindus and 65 % of Jews holding a bachelor’s degree or more. These groups are tiny in the country, making up less than 1 % and ab

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Mar 13 2026HEALTH

Women in Zambia: How a Worm Disease May Raise Cervical Cancer Risk

In Zambia, many women face two health threats that can work together. One is a parasite called Schistosoma haematobium, which lays eggs in the body and can end up in the female reproductive organs. The other is human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that can cause cervical cancer if it stays in

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Mar 13 2026SPORTS

Court Switch Shakes Up Big 12 Semifinals

Kansas won its quarterfinal match with a narrow 78‑73 score, and the Big 12 Conference made a surprise decision afterward: the tournament’s hardwood will change for Friday’s semifinals. The league said that after talking with coaches from the remaining teams, they chose a traditional wooden floor to

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Mar 12 2026SPORTS

Ravens Trade Fails, New Deal on the Horizon

The Baltimore team’s plan to add Maxx Crosby fell apart after a medical check revealed concerns about his knee. The GM, Eric DeCosta, explained that the trade was canceled because Crosby did not pass the required physical. The deal had involved two first‑round picks for the Raiders, a significant co

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Mar 12 2026SCIENCE

KNG1 Gene Mutations Linked to Rare Blood Clotting Disorder

A recent investigation uncovered two different changes in the KNG1 gene that explain why a young boy from China has an uncommon blood clotting problem. The KNG1 gene makes a protein called high‑molecular‑weight kininogen (HMWK), which helps the body control bleeding. When this protein is missing or

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Mar 12 2026SPORTS

Murray’s New Stop and Other Sports Moves

Kyler Murray, the 28‑year‑old quarterback who has spent seven NFL seasons and one playoff game, is heading to the Minnesota Vikings this Thursday for a visit. Fans hoping he will jump to the Steelers instead of staying with his current team are likely disappointed, as the Vikings remain a priority i

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Oil Prices Soar as Middle East Tensions Rise

Oil markets surged early Thursday, pushing the benchmark Brent crude above $100 a barrel after recent spikes near $120 triggered by attacks on shipping routes. The surge reflects growing worries that supply could be cut off from the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint where about one‑fifth of world oil p

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