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Mar 21 2026HEALTH

Simple foods to keep your heart and brain strong

Most people know seafood and nuts are healthy, but many don’t eat enough of the right ones. Omega-3 fats appear in foods that fight swelling, protect the heart, and keep the brain sharp. While supplements exist, real food packs these nutrients together with other helpful compounds. Some fish top th

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Mar 20 2026POLITICS

Election in Rhineland-Palatinate Tests Germany’s Political Balance

Germany’s political scene is heating up as the state of Rhineland‑Palatinate heads to the polls on Sunday. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU), led by Chancellor Friedrich Merz, is aiming to oust the Social Democrats (SPD) who have ruled the region for 35 years. Merz’s campaign faces challenges be

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Mar 20 2026SPORTS

Steelers Scout Rising QB, Rangers Find New Power Hitter

The Pittsburgh team is turning its eyes toward a promising young quarterback from the lower‑tier college ranks, hoping he could fill a key spot while the big league star remains uncertain. The player in question is 23‑year‑old Cole Payton, who played five seasons at North Dakota State and has shown

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Mar 20 2026EDUCATION

April’s Rubber Learning Events: More Than Just a Bunch of Online Classes

April brings a mix of online classes and workshops for anyone working with rubber. These aren’t just basic lessons—they focus on real-world problems and new technologies. For example, a course on April 2 explains how rubber’s stretchy and squishy behaviors affect product design. Another session on A

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Mar 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

'Crime, Courage and Culture: A Ukrainian Series on the Rise'

The show is a fresh look at life in Ukraine, far from the usual war news. It follows Igor, who comes back from years of military work to find his brother Anton killed. Instead of a slow, dark thriller, the series mixes police work with street crime in a way that feels almost like a buddy movie. I

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Mar 19 2026SPORTS

Eyes on the Ball: LSU’s New Tech Helps Hitters Spot Pitches

LSU baseball has turned a long‑standing mystery—how hitters see the ball—into a science. The program now uses lightweight goggles that record eye movements as players swing, giving coaches instant data on each batter’s visual focus and reaction time. The device was created by LSU’s performance in

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s New Home: How Ukrainian Families Are Shaping the State

The first wave of Ukrainian refugees arrived in Alaska almost four years ago, fleeing a war that had left millions homeless. From the start, the state acted quickly to open its doors and welcome these newcomers. Volunteers from churches, businesses, nonprofits, and local governments came together to

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Spain Keeps Ukraine’s Support Strong Despite Middle East Tensions

Pedro Sanchez, Spain’s prime minister, told Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy that the country will not let the Middle East conflict pull it away from backing Ukraine. The two leaders signed deals to jointly produce weapons such as drones, radar systems and missiles. Sanchez said the global

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Leader Arrives in UK for NATO Talks

Zelensky flew to London after weeks of fighting on the eastern front. The Ukrainian president met with NATO head Jens Stoltenberg and British Prime Minister Rishi Starmer to discuss support for Ukraine’s defense efforts. The talks were held in a quiet setting, away from the media glare that often su

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Mar 17 2026EDUCATION

College Costs: Most Think It’s Not Worth It

A recent nationwide survey of 1, 456 adults shows that a majority—about 59 percent—believe a four‑year college degree does not justify its price. Only 24 percent see it as worthwhile, while the rest are undecided. The finding signals a sharp decline from earlier decades when most people viewed highe

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