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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Luke Riley: A Rising Star in UFC London

Luke Riley has quickly risen to prominence, bypassing the usual path through Dana White’s Contender Series after a cancelled fight in September 2024. He claimed victory over Bogdan Grad at his UFC debut last November, earning a co‑main event spot. Now, on March 21, he will face Michael Aswell Jr. in

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Mar 21 2026SCIENCE

Microbes and Their Names: A Mid‑Century Debate

In the 1940s and 1950s, scientists who studied tiny living things were busy arguing about how to give them proper names. They debated whether a strict set of rules or a more flexible approach was best for classifying bacteria. The discussion was intense because the methods used to identify and group

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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 2026EDUCATION

Simple Rules for Home Schooling in Connecticut

In a recent vote, Connecticut lawmakers approved a new bill that would set basic rules for families who choose to teach their children at home. The measure, which many parents opposed, passed with a mix of Democrats and Republicans in the Education Committee. The bill was created after concerns g

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Mar 21 2026EDUCATION

California’s School System Needs a New Game Plan

California is the biggest and most varied state in America. That mix makes rules hard to make, because many groups want a say and none agree fast enough. Because of this, problems like homelessness, poverty, water shortages, and low school scores stay open for years. Students in California lag behi

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Mar 21 2026BUSINESS

Passaic Eyes More Money From Cannabis Factory

The city of Passaic has a rule that stops shops selling weed, but it is ready to let more factories make the product. The council has signed a second letter that supports a company called Integrity One Alternative Care, which wants to build a plant inside Passaic. The firm still needs the state’s fi

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

St. John’s Wins, Fans Gear Up for March Madness

St. John’s beat Northern Iowa and moved into the second round of the 2026 NCAA tournament. The Red Storm started strong, pulling ahead early and never letting their opponents catch up. Now the team will face either Kansas or Cal Baptist on Sunday, March 22. The game’s start time is still be

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Mar 21 2026CRIME

Beware: Fake Oyster Festival Vendor Scam

A fraudster is pretending to be the Norwalk Oyster Festival and has tricked former vendors into sending money. The scam started before last year’s event and is still going on with a fake social‑media ad. The fraudster used real vendor names and the correct festival details to look legitimate. The s

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Mar 21 2026CRYPTO

Retiree Loses $840K to Three Crypto Scams

A Hong Kong retiree, aged 66, lost about $840, 000 in a series of three crypto scams. The first contact happened on WhatsApp in September 2025. A person claimed to be a “virtual currency expert” and promised steady profits. The retiree sent $180, 000 and put crypto into a wallet the scammer controll

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Mar 21 2026SCIENCE

Tulsi: An Ancient Herb That Modern Science Is Re‑examining

Holy basil, known as tulsi, has been part of South Asian healing for thousands of years. Today scientists are testing the claims that it can ease stress, balance blood sugar and even help fight disease. The plant’s leaves, stems and seeds contain eugenol, linolenic acid and other antioxidants that m

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