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Mar 21 2026BUSINESS

Money back after gym chain kept charging during shutdown

Thousands of former gym members in Massachusetts are getting refunds after being charged during a lockdown. Courts said the chain’s CEO broke rules by billing people in April 2020, even though all locations were closed. Customers tried canceling in every way possible—calls, emails, messages—but the

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Mar 21 2026FINANCE

Prediction Markets Face Legal Pushback Across States

Nevada has hit a prediction market platform with a two-week ban, stopping people from trading on sports, elections, and entertainment outcomes without proper licenses. Courts will soon decide if this pause turns permanent while legal fights rage on. The company involved calls these contracts financi

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Mar 21 2026POLITICS

Lebanon’s Ramadan Ends Quietly as War Disrupts Eid Celebrations

This year’s Eid al-Fitr in Lebanon didn’t bring the usual excitement. The holiday, which marks the end of Ramadan, was overshadowed by war and displacement. Israel’s strikes and Hezbollah’s involvement have turned a time meant for family gatherings into a scene of hardship. Over a million people ha

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

How one Kansas freshman guard bounced back from health scares to chase March Madness glory

Darryn Peterson wasn’t a sure thing when the season started. The Kansas freshman guard, expected to be a top NBA prospect, spent most of the year dealing with cramps so bad they landed him in the hospital once. That moment forced him to rethink how he treated his body, making tough calls like leavin

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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 21 2026HEALTH

A Close Look at Chicken Pox in Winnetka Schools

Health officials confirmed a chicken pox case at Crow Island School in Winnetka, Illinois. The announcement came in a letter sent home to parents. Most kids already have protection thanks to vaccines or past infections. But if a child hasn’t been vaccinated or caught chicken pox before, they might s

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Mar 20 2026OPINION

A Costly Trade‑off for “Green” Power

The state’s push to protect the environment has turned into a bargain that hurts both nature and wallets. Solar farms, which cover huge acres of land, often sit on fields that could grow food or support wildlife. In winter the sun is weak, so these panels produce only a fraction of their rated

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Mar 20 2026BUSINESS

New Name, Same Spirit: How a Lafayette Group is Turning Good Vibes Into Bigger Community Events

The story begins with Gus Rezende, a Brazilian who settled in Acadiana and grew a hospitality business that now includes popular spots like Central Pizza and Tropical Smoothie. With his long‑time partner B. J. Crist, the team launched a series of beloved festivals such as Sugar Jam and the Acadiana

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Mar 20 2026POLITICS

School Board Race Stays Unchanged After Recount

The election for the Forsyth County Board of Education ended without any shift in results, even after a formal recount was carried out. Both candidates had their votes tallied again by the county clerk’s office, and the final numbers matched those from the initial count. This means that the ca

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Mar 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Who Turned a Year Older on March 20

Spike Lee celebrated his 69th birthday, a milestone that comes after decades of filmmaking and a long‑time loyalty to the New York Knicks since 1985. Holly Hunter, now 68, added another year to her career while also playing a Federation captain on “Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. ” Model Kathy I

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