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Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Americans' credit applications rise to highest level since October 2022: Says new fed report

Americans' credit applications rise to highest level since October 2022: Says new fed reportA new Federal Reserve report shared by New York revealed many Americans’ attempts to tap new credit rose to their highest level in nearly four years as of February, new data from the Federal Reserve... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

TrumpRx lists many medicines at prices higher than paid in UK, report says

TrumpRx lists many medicines at prices higher than paid in UK, report saysLatest update reveals that U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to make prescription drugs cheaper for Americans than anywhere in the world, but his TrumpRx.gov website is not delivering across the board lower prices than... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Who are Dolores Huerta children after she revealed two secret pregnancies with César Chávez?

Who are Dolores Huerta's children after her bombshell revelation against Cesar Chavez rocked the civil rights movement?Dolores Huerta, an icon of the American farmworker union, says she has broken her long silence after keeping a dark secret for decades: she became pregnant with two children of... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

What is the Jones Act: Will Trump waiver lower high oil and gas prices?

The Jones Act explained after Trump ordered temporary loosening of shipping lawsAs the war in the Middle East rages, a US law known as the Jones Act, or the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, comes into the spotlight.Now, the Trump administration, under pressure from rising oil and gas prices in global... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

UK watchdog tightens cyber incident reporting rules to curb disinformation as attacks surge

UK watchdog tightens cyber incident reporting rules to curb disinformation as attacks surgeIn a recent move, Britain plans to take regulatory actions on artificial intelligence amid going cyber attacks and for spreading misinformation or false information.Britain plans to consider requiring labels... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Child safety: Poland plans to ban mobile phone use by under-16s over harmful impact of social media

Child safety: Poland plans to ban mobile phone use by under-16s over harmful impact of social mediaAs the world is moving forward to restrict children from social media in the wake of harmful impact, Poland has also planned to ban the use of mobile phones by under-16s in schools from September 1,... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

US introduces new visa rules to require $15,000 bond from 12 more countries

US introduces new visa rules to require $15,000 bond from 12 more countriesPresident Donald Trump’s administration will require citizens from 50 countries to post a $15,000 bond when applying for US entry. The bond applies specifically to B-1 and B-2 visas. However, the expanded program,... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Meningitis B: Cases surge as health officials launch national response to 'explosive' outbreak

Meningitis B: Cases surge as health officials launch national response to ‘explosive’ outbreakThe UK Health and Security Agency is investigating 20 confirmed cases in Kent, an increase from 15. However, the outbreak has tragically resulted in two deaths so far. Due to its rapid... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Ali Larijani's killing: Why Iranian leadership is in unprecedented peril?

Ali Larijani’s killing: Why Iranian leadership is in unprecedented peril?The confirmation of Iran’s security chief, Ali Larijani, marks a critical inflection point in the current conflict between Iran, Israel, and the United States. As the Secretary of the Supreme National Security... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Illinois election results: Juliana Stratton claims Democratic Senate primary in closely watched race

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton has won the Democratic Senate primary, securing the nomination to replace retiring Senator Dick Durbin, according to projections reported by NBC News.Stratton defeated Representatives Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly in a competitive and expensive... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Darren Bailey wins GoP nomination in Illinois, will face JB Pritzker again in high-stakes governor race

Republican voters in Illinois have chosen Darren Bailey as their candidate for governor, setting up a rematch with incumbent Democrat JB Pritzker in November.Bailey, a former state senator and the party’s 2022 nominee, won the four-way Republican primary on Tuesday night, according to... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

Denise Amber Lee murder case ends with execution as story behind 911 reforms revisited

A man convicted of the 2008 murder of Denise Amber Lee has been executed in Florida, bringing renewed attention to a case that led to changes in emergency response systems.Michael Lee King, 54, was pronounced dead at 06:13 PM on Tuesday after receiving a lethal injection at Florida State Prison,... ...
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Wed, 18 Mar 2026

César Chávez faces shocking allegations: What are the accusations against him that could upend his legacy?

Serious allegations dogged the late popular union leader César ChávezCésar Chávez, a well-known figure in labour unions and civil rights circles, faced a serious allegation that, after his passing, possibly threatened to upend his rich legacy.The United Farm Workers, a... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Canada: Regulators say electricity demand, natural gas production to accelerate by 2050

Canada: Regulators say electricity demand, natural gas production to accelerate by 2050A long-term outlook from the Canada Energy Regulator on Tuesday says both electricity demand and Canadian natural gas production will accelerate by 2050.The regulator analyzed a ‌variety of potential... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Data breach: UK lawmakers question Lloyds banking group over account glitch exposing customer details

Data breach: UK lawmakers question Lloyds banking group over account glitch exposing customer detailsRecently three major British banks have been called out after a massive data breach has been reported according to users' privacy.Britain's cross-party Treasury Committee has requested further... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Sarah Michelle Geller reflects on overwhelming death of Robin Williams

Photo: Sarah Michelle Geller reflects on overwhelming death of Robin Williams Sarah Michelle Geller has made an emtional confession about the loss of Robin Williams.In the latest PEOPLE Magazine's cover story, Sarah Michelle Geller recalled her second pregnancy, which proved to be an... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Trump's younger allies face health issues months after President's examination

Susie Wiles, the first woman to serve as White House chief of staff, has been diagnosed with ​early-stage breast cancer but will continue working while undergoing treatment, ‌President Donald Trump said on Monday.Wiles, 68, has been a constant presence at Trump's side since he returned... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

White House says US seeking fertilizer from Venezuela: Will the new change strengthen relationships?

White House says US seeking fertilizer from Venezuela: Will the new change strengthen relationships?In surprising news, the Trump administration has recently announced that it is going to seek other sources of fertilizer from Venezuela and Morocco, said White House economic adviser Kevin... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Trump reveals Republican lawmaker Neal Dunn's 'terminal' heart condition: 'Dead by June'

Trump reveals Republican lawmaker Neal Dunn’s ‘terminal’ heart condition: ‘Dead by June’During a White House event on March 16, 2026, President Trump revealed that Rep. Neal Dunn had been facing a “terminal” heart condition and that he had helped him get... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

From sci-fi to sea: US Pacific Fleet set to deploy flying, wall-climbing robots on ships

From sci-fi to sea: US Pacific Fleet set to deploy flying, wall-climbing robots on ships The US Navy and the General Services Administration have awarded a contract worth up to $71 million to Gecko Robotics to use its futuristic and wall-climbing and flying robots in the Pacific Fleet ships.... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Deadly & less-targeted meningitis B confirmed as strain behind Kent outbreak

Deadly & less-targeted meningitis B confirmed as strain behind Kent outbreak The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed that deadly meningitis B strain is responsible for the outbreak in Kent. According to Gayatri Amirthalingam, the deputy director of immunisation and vaccine preventable... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Kent meningitis outbreak: Mother makes plea to end 'withholding' of critical vaccines

Kent meningitis outbreak: Mother makes plea to end ‘withholding’ of critical vaccinesA mother who lost her 18-year-old son to meningitis, has urged the government to stop delaying the release of “life-saving vaccines” following a deadly meningitis outbreak in Kent. Marrissa... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Tim Hortons mug recall return date revealed after reports of burns and breakage with hot liquids

Tim Hortons has issued a recall for its popular “Donut Mug” over concerns it could break when filled with hot liquid, posing a burn hazard to consumers.According to a Health Canada recall notice, more than 25,000 units were sold nationwide between January and February through Tim... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Trump seeks to delay China summit with Xi as Iran conflict reshapes geopolitical priorities

Trump seeks to delay China summit with Xi as Iran conflict reshapes geopolitical prioritiesUS President Donald Trump officially announced on Monday that a delay is expected for the visit to China later in March in the wake of regional tensions stemming from the war with Iran. Top economic... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Boston Airport sees mass cancellations and delays as severe weather disrupts flights nationwide

Hundreds of flights were delayed or cancelled at Boston airport on Monday as severe weather disrupted travel across the United States.According to FlightAware, Logan Airport recorded 279 cancellations and 339 delays by late evening. Nationwide, more than 5,400 flights were cancelled.Officials said... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Eric Richins death: Wife Kouri Richins found guilty after publishing grief book for children

A Utah jury has found Kouri Richins guilty of murdering her husband, Eric Richins, in a case that has drawn widespread attention.The verdict follows a 13-day trial, with jurors deliberating for about three hours before convicting Richins of aggravated murder, attempted aggravated murder, forgery... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

IRS pandemic penalty refund deadline nears as millions may qualify for money back on fees

Millions of taxpayers in the United States may be eligible for an IRS pandemic penalty refund following a legal challenge related to fees charged during the COVID-19 pandemic.According to KSTP, individuals and businesses who paid penalties such as late fees or interest between January 2020 and... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Heavy snow forecast for northern Ontario as snow squalls bring strong winds and poor visibility

Communities across northern Ontario remain on alert for a possible return of heavy snow as fast moving snow squalls are expected to develop this evening.Environment Canada has ended a yellow level watch for Greater Sudbury and nearby areas, but forecasters say the risk of brief and intense... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Meningitis outbreak in Kent: two dead and 11 infected in cases linked to university students

Two young people have died and 11 others have been infected in a meningitis outbreak linked to student populations in Canterbury, Kent, health officials have confirmed.The UK Health Security Agency said it is investigating the cases and working with local institutions to limit the spread of the... ...
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Tue, 17 Mar 2026

Cuba power outages hit entire island after grid collapse amid fuel shortages and US blockade

Cuba’s power grid collapsed across the entire island on Monday, leaving millions without electricity and worsening an ongoing energy crisis.The country’s state owned power operator confirmed the nationwide outage and said efforts are underway to restore service. Officials added that no... ...
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