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Mar 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Funding Moves Show Shift to Core Infrastructure

The latest wave of startup funding points toward a focus on the underlying systems that drive tomorrow’s technology. Investors are pouring money into projects that build the backbone for AI, space computing, and digital security rather than just new consumer apps. One standout deal is a $400 mill

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Jaden Ivey Cut Loose After Controversial Posts

The Chicago Bulls have decided to part ways with guard Jaden Ivey, citing behavior that the team believes harms its reputation. Ivey’s decision to leave came after a series of outspoken videos on his Instagram, where he criticized the LGBTQ community and called Catholicism “false. ” These rema

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Jaden Ivey’s Instagram Outburst Leads to Bulls Release

The Chicago Bulls decided to part ways with guard Jaden Ivey after he posted videos on Instagram that stirred controversy. In the clips, Ivey criticized the NBA’s support for Pride Month and shared strong religious viewpoints that many found offensive. He claimed that celebrating LGBTQ pride was “un

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Germany and Chile Revisit Dark History of a German-Led Settlement

The German government now plans to discuss with Chile’s recent conservative leadership about turning a remote settlement with a troubled past into a place remembering torture victims. Germany still backs this memorial idea despite Chile’s new right-wing housing minister recently changing course on i

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

NBA teams cut ties with Jaden Ivey after comments spark debate

The Chicago Bulls decided to release guard Jaden Ivey this week, ending his brief time with the team. This move followed a series of videos where he called Pride Night celebrations at NBA games an endorsement of "unrighteousness. " His departure comes as no surprise to many fans, given his limited i

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Bulls may move on from Jaden Ivey after social media controversy

The Chicago Bulls seemed ready to give Jaden Ivey a real shot when they traded for him last season. His early performances showed flashes of talent, but his recent behavior has made the team question their investment. After just four games this year, knee problems sidelined him indefinitely. That al

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Jaden Ivey's Exit: What the Bulls' Decision Says About Team Culture

The Chicago Bulls made a clear statement about their values when they decided to waive guard Jaden Ivey after he posted Instagram videos criticizing Pride Month and questioning why religious messages spark controversy. The team's move wasn't just about basketball—it reflected a broader expectation t

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Mar 31 2026SPORTS

Basketball and personal opinions: where should a player's boundaries be?

The Chicago Bulls parted ways with guard Jaden Ivey after just four games, a move tied to his public criticism of the NBA’ s Pride Month celebrations and remarks about religion. Team officials cited "conduct detrimental to the team, " raising questions about how far players can take their off-court

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Why Harry Potter fans don't need to pick sides

The upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO has sparked more than just excitement about magic and fantasy. It’s also brought old debates back into the spotlight—this time about who gets to decide what’s "ethical" to watch. Some critics argue that because J. K. Rowling, the creator of the series, holds c

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Justice Sotomayor questions why similar cases get different outcomes

The Supreme Court recently decided not to revisit a Louisiana murder case where James Skinner claims prosecutors hid important evidence. Skinner, convicted in 2001, argues his situation closely matches another case from 2016. In that earlier case, the same court overturned a similar conviction becau

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