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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Trump Shares a 1998 Elevator Brawl with Kobe Bryant

During a recent Kentucky rally, President Trump met YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul. The conversation drifted from politics to personal history, and Paul asked if Trump had ever fought someone in person. The former president recalled a memorable incident from 1998 that involved NBA stars, including the

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Mar 13 2026OPINION

Family Bonds Tested: Lessons From Lockdown Life

During the first wave of a global health crisis, most people found themselves staying at home for months. Some families felt closer, while others struggled to keep things together. Research into this period examined more than 160 studies about how couples and children coped. The findings sh

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Mar 11 2026SCIENCE

Data and Models: How They Shaped COVID‑19 Decisions

During the pandemic, leaders had to act fast. A survey of 112 people who worked on COVID‑19 in the U. S. looked at how useful data, models and teamwork were for making those decisions. Most respondents said that having data and predictive tools helped them choose the right actions. The biggest pr

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Feb 18 2026BUSINESS

Santa Clarita Celebrates Its Diverse Business Community

Santa Clarita Valley recently showcased its thriving business community at a unique event. The usual venue was swapped for an artsy setting, bringing together local leaders and government officials. The diverse range of businesses, from a yoga studio to a historical society, highlighted the valley's

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Feb 15 2026SPORTS

Milan Olympics: A Condom Shortage Reveals More Than Medals

During the Winter Games, athletes seemed to treat Valentine’s week like a sprint, racing through free condom supplies and emptying dispensers before the competition began. Organisers had handed out about 10, 000 condoms across city and mountain venues to encourage safe habits among the mostly young,

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Feb 10 2026CELEBRITIES

Super Bowl Week Turns San Francisco Into a Streetwear Showroom

During the week leading up to Super Bowl LX, San Francisco became a hub for fashion and pop culture. Celebrities such as Teyana Taylor, Sofía Vergara, Tiffany Haddish, Becky G, Bad Bunny, Eiza González, Jon Bon Jovi, J Balvin, Jon Hamm, and Kevin Hart gathered in the Bay Area, turning the city into

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Feb 10 2026HEALTH

Older Patients and Telehealth: What Works and Why

During the COVID‑19 pandemic, doctors and patients used video calls more than ever. This sudden shift gave people a chance to rethink how cancer care could be delivered from home. Yet no one really knows which visits are best suited for a screen and what extra help older patients might need. A new

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Feb 08 2026SPORTS

Olympic Athletes Skip the Super Bowl to Focus on Their Games

During a Sunday night that millions in America will watch, the winter athletes at the Milano Cortina Games are choosing a different path. The New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks head to Santa Clara, California for the NFL title, but the Olympic competitors are all set to sleep through it. The

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Jan 25 2026CRIME

Trouble at Sundance: A Party Interrupted

During the Sundance Film Festival, a private party hosted by CAA at the High West Saloon in Park City took an unexpected turn. An unidentified man, who was not on the guest list, managed to sneak into the event through a side entrance. This party was a big deal, celebrating independent films and CAA

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Jan 20 2026RELIGION

Faith and Facts: How Some Religious Leaders Misled Followers During COVID-19

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a clear divide emerged between some religious leaders and public health experts. This divide led to dangerous misinformation and risky behavior among followers. A recent study looked into how certain Neo-Pentecostal leaders in Africa and North America handled the pandem

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