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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Warner Bros. Discovery Faces Strong Pushback Over New Merger

Warner Bros. Discovery is eyeing a deal that could bring Paramount Skydance into its fold, but the plan is under fire. The merger would change who owns the company if it clears regulatory checks, but opponents are ready to stop it. The Teamsters union is demanding that the deal include real wo

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Marcus Ericsson Wins First IndyCar Pole at Arlington

The 35‑year‑old Swedish driver Marcus Ericsson finally broke through after a tough season, grabbing the first pole of his IndyCar career at the new Java House Grand Prix in Arlington. He said he had been “pissed‑off” by his performance last year and that the offseason grind was paying off. Eri

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Mar 15 2026EDUCATION

A Night of Vintage Fun to Boost School Funds

The Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School is hosting a unique fundraising event that takes guests back to the roaring twenties. The evening, set for March 21 at the parish activity center, will feature a speakeasy theme complete with jazz music, dim lighting, and themed food. The school’s Home a

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Mar 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Oscars 2024: A Wild Race for the Biggest Prize

The big night in Hollywood is set to be a roller‑coaster, with the most coveted award up for grabs between the vampire drama “Sinners” and the dark comedy thriller “One Battle After Another. ” The ceremony will begin at 7 p. m. ET and will be streamed live on ABC and Hulu. Conan O’Brien returns a

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Mar 15 2026POLITICS

Senator Cassidy’s Big Test: Vaccine Politics and a Fight for Re‑election

Senator Bill Cassidy, once known as a strong supporter of vaccines, now faces a tough test in Louisiana. He voted for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , who is skeptical about many vaccines, to head the Department of Health. That decision has put him in a tight spot with voters who trust him to protect p

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Mar 15 2026BUSINESS

NC Treasurer’s Early Move on Administrator Contract Sparks Debate

The state treasurer has begun the administrator contract process earlier than usual, a decision that has drawn attention from both supporters and critics. The move aims to speed up the selection of a new administrator for the state’s financial operations. Some people say this could help avoid delays

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Mar 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

War’s Hidden Damage to Earth and Climate

The Middle East war is hurting the planet in ways people rarely notice. Air raids burn huge amounts of jet fuel, while oil depots that catch fire release thick smoke and carbon. Scientists say the battle adds millions of tonnes of greenhouse gases, equal to many cars driving all year. Bombers

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Mar 15 2026SPORTS

Oklahoma State’s Practice Games Show Real‑World Battle

The Cowboys’ training sessions have become a proving ground for future matchups, with teams facing off in full‑scale scrimmages that mimic real game pressure. Coaches use these drills to spot strengths and weaknesses, giving players a taste of the intensity they’ll face on game day. Each practice i

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Mar 15 2026HEALTH

Discovering and Fighting Breast Cancer in Today’s World

Breast cancer stands as the most frequent cancer among women, yet men can also be affected in rare cases. Its causes are mixed: genes, lifestyle choices, hormones, and the surrounding environment all play a part. Early signs vary widely, which makes spotting the disease early a real challenge

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Mar 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Starfish‑Powered Roads: A Cleaner Winter Idea

South Korean company STAR’s Tech has invented a product called Starcrush that uses crushed starfish skeletons to help keep roads safer and less damaging. The tiny holes in the skeleton let it control how salt releases into water, cutting concrete damage by up to 90 percent and improving snow melt by

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