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Mar 24 2026HEALTH

Raw Milk Debate: Illinois Sticks to Safety Rules

The state keeps strict rules on raw milk because it can carry germs that pasteurization removes. Farmers who want to sell unheated milk must first get a permit, then the health department checks samples and visits farms. Only a few dozen Illinois dairies have this clearance. A farmer in Fairbury, M

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Mar 24 2026BUSINESS

Tanishq Expands Into the Northeast, Welcoming New Jewelry Fans

A new showroom for India’s popular Tanishq jewelry brand has opened in Westborough, Massachusetts, marking the company’s 10th U. S. location and its first in New England. The 4, 000‑square‑foot space opened on Dec. 4 and officially launched on March 6, offering a wide range of gold pieces for weddin

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Ghana Leader Calls Out US Moves on Black History

President John Mahama stood in New York and voiced strong criticism of the United States, saying that recent actions by the Trump administration are quietly erasing Black history. He warned that such policies could set a dangerous example for other governments and private entities. The US has been

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Nvidia CEO’s Words Come Under Scrutiny Over China Chip Deals

Three U. S. senators have asked the Commerce Secretary to look into whether comments made by Nvidia’s chief executive may have misled officials about exporting AI chips to China. The senators, Elizabeth Warren and Jim Banks, sent a letter after the Justice Department charged three people linked to N

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Mar 24 2026SPORTS

ESPN’s Big Leap: How a Small Idea Became a Sports Giant

The story of ESPN begins in the late 1970s, when a former hockey broadcaster named Bill Rasmussen imagined a TV channel that would show sports all the time. He was fired from his job with the New England Whalers, but that setback did not stop him. In a small town in Connecticut, he and a handful of

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Mar 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Heartbreak in Minnesota: A Family Lost to Fire

A house on Richard Avenue caught fire early Saturday, and the blaze claimed the lives of a reporter named Jessi Pierce and her three young children. The fire alarm sounded at about 5:25 a. m. , when neighbors saw flames through the roof and feared someone was inside. Firefighters rushed to the scene

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Mar 24 2026SPORTS

Mid‑Season Highlights: Who’s Leading the Pack?

The spring season at Augusta High is kicking into high gear, and teams are finding their rhythm as playoffs loom. Players who have shown standout skill over the past week deserve a spotlight, and this week’s nominees shine for their effort and impact. A mix of athletes from different sports has ste

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Mar 24 2026EDUCATION

College Gambling Center: A New Focus on Student Risks

The University of Mississippi has announced plans to open a research hub dedicated to studying gambling among college students. The center, approved by the university’s board in February, will cost roughly $700, 000 each year and is set to hire staff soon. Researchers say the goal is to investigate

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Mar 24 2026POLITICS

Trump Uses Mail Ballot in Florida Election While Pushing Limits on Absentee Voting

Trump cast a mail‑in ballot for a Florida state House race even as he warned that “mail‑in voting means mail‑in cheating. ” The former president, who lives in Palm Beach County, took part in a special election for House District 87 that includes his Mar‑a‑Lago home. He also used a mail ballot in the

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Mar 24 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities: Big Spend or Smart Save?

In the world of fame, spending habits vary widely. Some stars love to splurge on extravagant items while others keep their budgets tight. One example is a well‑known socialite who paid $325, 000 for a two‑story house just for her dogs. On the opposite end, a legendary investor still lives in the sa

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