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Mar 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Princess Parade Arrives at Disneyland Paris’s Upcoming Adventure World

Disneyland Paris has revealed a fresh summer show that will soon grace the new Adventure World park. The highlight is a parade featuring four beloved Disney Princesses, each showcased on its own themed float with dancers. The announcement came via the park’s Instagram feed, where artwork of a Moana‑

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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Cleveland’s Margaritaville Says Goodbye to the Flats

The spot on 1150 Front Avenue in Cleveland’s East Bank has finally shut its doors for good. The Margaritaville chain announced on March 12 that the restaurant will not reopen, ending a chapter for locals who once flocked there. Fans and staff alike were thanked in the statement, which noted ho

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Mar 13 2026BUSINESS

Swiss Keeps Trade Talks With US on Course

Switzerland has decided to stay on its current path for trade talks with the United States, aiming to wrap up a tariff agreement that began last year. The country’s Economy Minister announced this stance after the U. S. opened investigations into industrial overcapacity and alleged forced labour in

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Lebanon Faces Crisis: UN Calls for $325M Aid as War Forces Hundreds of Thousands to Leave Homes

The United Nations has launched a new appeal for $325 million to support Lebanon, which is grappling with the fallout from a recent conflict that has displaced more than 800, 000 people. The appeal was announced by Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres in Beirut, urging that words of support be matched

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

Irritated Waters: Boats, Mines and a Burning Question

The Gulf of Oman saw a night of chaos when small boats, said to be from Iran and packed with explosives, struck two fuel tankers near Iraq. The attacks set the ships ablaze and killed a crew member, while four other vessels were hit by projectiles in nearby waters. The tankers carried fuel from Iraq

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Mar 12 2026BUSINESS

Fuel Price Surge: How the Iran Conflict Could Raise Everyday Costs

The recent tensions between Iran and Western forces have pushed oil prices sharply higher, a change that ripples through the entire supply chain. When diesel climbs, shipping companies add extra fees to keep their operations profitable, and those costs are quickly passed on to shoppers. In the U.

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Mar 12 2026FINANCE

Cognizant Shares Take a Hit While the Market Holds Steady

The tech services firm Cognizant, worth about $30. 1 billion, is a big player in the IT industry. It helps large companies upgrade their technology and improve customer service, especially in finance, health care, and retail. The company is headquartered in New Jersey but has a worldwide workforce.

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Mar 07 2026POLITICS

U. S. Steps In to Cover Gulf Shipping Losses

The United States has announced a plan to insure maritime losses in the Gulf region, offering up to $20 billion in coverage. This move aims to give oil and gas shippers more confidence amid tensions with Iran. The initiative follows a halt in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, where norma

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Mar 07 2026FINANCE

US Steps Up $20 Billion Support for Gulf Shipping

The U. S. International Development Finance Corporation has announced a $20 billion initiative aimed at protecting maritime trade in the Gulf, especially against war risks. The plan was approved by President Trump and involves close work with U. S. Central Command to give confidence back to ships sa

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Mar 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

Bending Light with a New Aluminum Meta‑Plate

A new device made from two layers of aluminum can change the way light twists, working well across a wide range of colors from green to near‑infrared. The designers did not use an idealized flat coating; instead they measured the real, uneven shape of a silica (SiO₂) layer that sits on top of the

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