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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Cesar Chavez’s Legacy Shaken by Unsettling Accusations

The story begins with a quiet confession from two women who, as children in the 1970s, suffered repeated abuse at the hands of a man celebrated for his fight for farmworkers. Years later, they spoke up, fearing that revealing the truth would damage a movement they had helped build. In 1966, anoth

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Mar 18 2026SCIENCE

cGAS: How Where It Lives Inside Cells Decides What It Does

The body’s first line of defense relies on sensors that detect danger signals. One such sensor, cGAS, normally lives in the cell’s fluid part but also shows up in surprising places such as the nucleus, tiny nuclear fragments called micronuclei, mitochondria, and even on the cell surface. When cGA

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Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Growth Raises Fears of Job Losses and Trust Issues

Lisa Kudrow feels uneasy about how quickly artificial intelligence could change everyday life. She talks with people in the field and hears that AI can be a powerful helper for many tasks, but she worries about the jobs it might replace. If people lose work or cannot support their families, she thin

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Russia Gains Cash While Oil Prices Soar

Russia has seen a sudden rise in money from selling oil, thanks to U. S. sanctions easing and price spikes caused by the Iran conflict. The U. S. Treasury allowed a short‑term pause on sanctions for Russian oil already loaded onto ships, hoping to keep the market steady. Treasury Secretary Scott Bes

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Fed Rate Decision Sparks Trump’s Frustration Over Rising Oil Prices

The Federal Reserve chose to keep interest rates steady for a second straight meeting, a move that left President Trump annoyed. He has repeatedly asked the Fed to cut borrowing costs, claiming high rates hurt consumers and businesses. Trump’s frustration grew as oil prices climbed amid tensions in

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Future‑Ready Health Leaders: Skills for a Changing World

Health leaders today face more than patient care and budgets. They must also build real relationships, guide digital change, and protect the planet. These three abilities—genuine connection, tech savvy, and wide‑view thinking—form the core of tomorrow’s leadership. First, authentic leadersh

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Cafe Beside a Bombed Building

A building that once housed homes near Beirut’s center has turned into a cafe. Israel warned residents early Wednesday to leave before dropping an airstrike on the spot. Ahmad Aalwan and his family live above the cafe; they watched the attack from a safer distance. The cafe, called Zahyre,

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Mar 18 2026POLITICS

A New Senate Hope: Illinois Votes for a Black Woman with Big Support

Illinois voters have chosen a new face for the Senate, electing a Black woman who has long worked under Governor JB Pritzker. The win shows how powerful state politics can be when a governor’s backing is combined with substantial outside money. The campaign began when the incumbent senator, Richard 

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Early Menopause Increases Heart Attack Risk for Women

Women who reach menopause before age 40 face a noticeably higher chance of heart attacks throughout their lives. Studies show that these women experience about 40 % more fatal and non‑fatal heart attacks compared to those whose menopause occurs after 40. The risk gap is especially wide for Black wom

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Mar 18 2026HEALTH

Kent Meningitis Spike: Two Lives Lost, Quick Action Needed

A sudden rise in meningitis cases has shaken southeast England, claiming the lives of a university student and a local school pupil. Health officials are racing to contain the spread with antibiotics and vaccines. The outbreak began late last week, reaching 20 confirmed cases by Tuesday. The Univer

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