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Mar 17 2026CELEBRITIES

Zendaya tackles wedding rumors and fake photos with humor

The actress opened up on a late‑night talk show to address the buzz about her and Tom Holland’s supposed marriage. When the host mentioned the rumor, she laughed and said she hadn’t seen any proof. The conversation moved to a wave of AI‑made images that look like a wedding, which many fans believ

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Mar 17 2026SPORTS

Big‑Picture Bracket Talk: 2026 NCAA Picks Reimagined

Three of the last four national champions also won their conference, and that trend still matters for 2026. The ACC’s Duke, the Big 12’s Arizona, the Big East’s St. John’s, Purdue from the Big Ten and Arkansas of the SEC all snagged titles this season. They are often seen as safe bets for deep runs

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

iPhones vs iPads: What the Big Phone Can Do That the Tablet Can't

iPhones still lead Apple’s lineup, and that shows in a few practical ways. First, phones can talk. Even the newest iPads with cellular data don’t get a phone number, so they can only receive calls that the paired iPhone forwards. Without a separate number, iPads can’t sign up for apps like WhatsA

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

Maine Ballot Adds Debate Over Transgender Athletes in School Sports

In Maine, a new referendum will let voters decide whether girls’ school sports teams must stay separate from boys and transgender athletes. Organizers gathered over 71, 000 signatures, more than the required 67, 682, so the proposal is set for the November ballot. If it passes, schools would have to

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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 2026HEALTH

Big Weight Loss Without Pills: A Real‑Life Story

A patient with a body mass index of 45. 8, which is considered severe obesity, began an intensive program focused on diet, exercise and behavior change. Over the course of several months, she managed to lower her BMI to 31. 7, a level that is still overweight but far closer to the healthy range. Thi

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Mar 17 2026RELIGION

A Quiet Shift in America’s Spiritual Landscape

Recent data shows that the decline in church attendance and rise of atheism have slowed, with more people identifying as Christian or joining other faiths. Researchers note that the percentage of adults who say they belong to a religion or have no religion has stayed steady over five years. Some sch

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Mar 17 2026SPORTS

Kansas Coach Bill Self: Background and Values

Bill Self is a famous college basketball coach who leads the Kansas Jayhawks. He was born on December 27, 1962 in Okmulgee, Oklahoma. His father, Bill Self Sr. , coached girls’ basketball at a local high school. The family name “Self” comes from English roots that go back to medieval times.

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Mar 17 2026POLITICS

How Policies Shape Faith and Family

In the United States, people who say they have no religious affiliation—often called “nones”—now outnumber Catholics and trail Protestants by only a few points. Although many of these nones still believe in God, they differ from traditional churchgoers in ways that can affect society. Studies show t

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Mar 17 2026HEALTH

Spiritual Strength Helps Breast Cancer Patients Stay Strong

Women who learn to connect with their inner faith often feel less anxious and more hopeful when fighting breast cancer. Research shows that talking about beliefs, praying or meditating can lift mood and reduce stress in patients. In a recent study, doctors asked women about their spiritual hab

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