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Mar 29 2026SCIENCE

Blue Whale Skeleton’s Long Journey Back to Oregon

A massive blue whale that drifted onto a southern Oregon beach in 2015 is about to reappear on land after an eleven‑year odyssey. The carcass, weighing roughly 200 tons and stretching nearly 70 feet, was found in a battered state. Scientists could not tell how long it had been dead, but tests reveal

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Mar 29 2026HEALTH

Home Care Workers Face Big Safety and Stress Challenges

In many rich countries, more people are living longer. Because of this, there is a growing need for help at home. People who do that work are called home care aides (HCAs). A study was done to see how safe these workers feel and what kind of stress they face. The researchers first sent out a survey

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Mar 29 2026SPORTS

NFL Faces New Test on Hiring Rule

The NFL’s long‑running hiring policy, known as the Rooney Rule, is under fresh scrutiny after a state attorney general in Florida asked the league to pause it. The rule, which requires teams to interview at least two minority candidates for top coaching and management jobs, has been in place since 2

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Trump’s War Talk Leaves Allies Confused

Trump says the U. S. is winning a fight with Iran, yet he keeps changing plans and confusing his own team. He has warned other countries that they must help, then later said he does not need their aid. He has pushed for the Strait of Hormuz to stay open, threatened to destroy Iranian energy si

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Mar 29 2026CRIME

Teen Internet Use and Risk of Online Abuse in Tanzania

In Tanzania, a large part of the population is young. Many teens now spend more time online than ever before. Researchers wanted to see how everyday habits affect the chance of being abused through images online. They used a survey that asked 1, 014 teens between 12 and 20 years old about the

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Mar 29 2026SPORTS

Auburn Shines for Linebacker Prospect Joakim Gouda

Joakim Gouda, a four‑star linebacker from McEachern High School in Georgia, recently spent a day at an Auburn Tigers practice. He watched the team work hard and found the energy exciting. The coach’s focus on “intentional” drills stood out to him, a quality Auburn has built since new staff arrive

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Mar 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Legendary Band Steps Back for Now

Earth, Wind and Fire fans woke up to some disappointing news recently. The iconic group had to cancel their performance at a big music festival. The reason? Travel troubles mixed with health concerns made it impossible to go on stage. In a short message on social media, the band explained they neede

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Mar 29 2026HEALTH

Health Inspections Shake Up OC Food Spots

Between March 19 and 26, Orange County’s health inspectors forced several local eateries to pause operations, citing serious cleanliness issues. The problems ranged from creepy-crawly invaders to basic comforts like hot water. Nine places faced temporary shutdowns, with nearly all reopening within d

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

A Supervisor Steps Back in San Francisco’s Political War

San Francisco is buzzing after Supervisor Jackie Fielder checked into the hospital last Friday, sparking questions about what’s happening behind closed doors. Not long after her office described the situation as an "acute personal health crisis, " rumors surfaced that she might resign—less than two

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Mar 29 2026LIFESTYLE

Smart Shopping During Amazon's Big Spring Sale

Amazon’s latest big sale offers discounts on everyday items, but the real question is whether snagging deals on basics is worth it. The sale runs until Tuesday and doesn’t require a Prime membership, making it more accessible than some other shopping events. Instead of chasing flashy discounts on ra

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