POLITICS

Mar 18 2026POLITICS

The U. S. Exit Plan: What Happens If You Really Leave?

People who said they would leave America after President Trump won have found the idea more complicated than it first seemed. The plan sounds simple: give up citizenship, pay a small fee, and move to another country. In reality, the world is full of rules that make this difficult. First, becoming

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

France Will Join Hormuz Mission Only If Iran Agrees

President Macron has signaled that France is ready to help escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, but only after fighting stops and with Iran’s approval. The statement follows comments from former President Trump suggesting France might get involved in a future operation. Macron’s wording

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

US Warships Disappear, Reemerge Far From Gulf: A Strange Shift

A pair of U. S. Navy vessels, the Tulsa and Santa Barbara, were last seen in Bahrain’s waters in early February as part of a mine‑clearing task. In mid‑March, photos taken by a Malaysian observer showed both ships docked in Penang, more than 3, 500 miles away. The move raised doubts about U. S. abil

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Iran’s New Supreme Leader: A Power Play in War

A sudden shift at the top of Iran’s government has sparked a scramble among its elite. In early March, after the death of the long‑time Supreme Leader in an airstrike, a son named Mojtaba Khamenei was chosen to fill the vacuum. The selection process was far from a simple succession; it read more lik

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Mar 17 2026OPINION

Alabama’s Tough‑On‑Crime Stance: A Closer Look

Steve Marshall, the state’s attorney general, has long claimed a hard‑line approach to crime. Yet his record shows a different story. While he has spoken loudly about the scourge of criminal activity, his actions have often sidestepped real reforms. In many cases he has closed the very offices th

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Future Skills: Why Gen Z Must Be Heard

The promise of a computer‑science degree was once the surest path to success. Many students took loans, earned degrees and found high‑pay jobs. That certainty disappeared as artificial intelligence grew faster than anyone expected. Today, almost half of all code is written by machines and major tech

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Prime Minister Meloni Goes Digital to Rally Youth for Justice Vote

Giorgia Meloni, Italy’s leader, has joined a popular rapper’s online show to push voters toward a “yes” in the upcoming judiciary overhaul. The referendum, set for March 22‑23, will decide whether a plan that separates judges from prosecutors is adopted. Supporters claim the move modernises la

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Mar 17 2026HEALTH

Trust in U. S. Vaccines Drops as Debate Heats Up

A recent survey shows that only 60 % of Americans now trust the government’s advice on childhood vaccines, down from 71 % last June. The change follows a new schedule introduced in January by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , which cut the number of universally recommended vaccines from about

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Mar 17 2026OPINION

Celebrity Rallies and Political Punchlines

Bill Maher hosted a podcast episode that focused on the political activities of actors and other well‑known figures. The discussion turned to actor Jerry O’Connell, who had recently shared that he attended a rally for Kamala Harris during the 2024 election cycle. O’Connell also mentioned that he and

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Mar 16 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Seeks Pay and Tech for Drone Aid in the Middle East

Ukraine’s leader said the country will provide drone‑defence expertise to Gulf nations fighting Iranian attacks, but only if it receives money and technology in return. Three Ukrainian teams have already flown to Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and a U. S. base in Jordan to show how dr

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