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U.S. health care system is beyond repair

Letters to the editor for Sunday, March 22, 2026

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Mar 22 • 6:01 AM EDT • Health • news-press.com
‘The best course I've taught’: Duquesne business students, faculty volunteer to help with taxes

After hearing in 2018 about a way to help low- to middle-income individuals and families with preparing their tax returns, Amy Yurko, now an associate...

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Mar 22 • 4:00 AM EDT • Business • post-gazette.com
Madison Black Chamber of Commerce prepares 8th business awards recognition program

The Madison Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting its 8th Black Business Awards Recognition and Exhibition Program on Thursday.

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Mar 21 • 11:50 PM EDT • Business • wmtv15news.com
Fourth suspected measles case reported in Washtenaw County

Measles has not yet been confirmed with laboratory testing, according to a health department press release.

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Mar 21 • 3:00 PM EDT • Health • detroitnews.com
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Trump threatens to deploy ICE agents to airports Monday if funding deal isn’t reached

President Donald Trump said Saturday he will deploy Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents to US airports on Monday if an agreement isn’t reached to fund the Department of Homeland Security amid a partial government shutdown.

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Mar 21 • 2:48 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
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Gov. Stein announces $8.5 million for WNC small business recovery after Helene

The funding will assist 13 projects through the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Small Business Infrastructure Grant Program, continuing the state’s response to the impacts of Hurricane Helene.

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Mar 21 • 2:30 PM EDT • Business • foxcarolina.com
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NCDHHS launches new program looking to expand number of mental health providers in state

In North Carolina, the demand for social workers in the state is growing as substance use and mental health service needs increase. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services launched the Public Service Leadership Program, a collaboration between the NCDHHS and 25 higher education institutions in the Social Work Coalition on NC Work Development, to help with that demand.Alongside the announcement of the new program on March 2, the NCDHHS released its first “State of North Carolina’s Mental Health and Substance Use Services Workforce Report” supported by UNC’s Behavior Health Workforce Research Center and Sheps Health Workforce NC.

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Mar 21 • 12:53 PM EDT • Health • elonnewsnetwork.com
My twins separated for the first time at 19

After doing everything together their entire lives, my twin sons separated for six weeks and hardly checked in. It was good for their relationship.

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Mar 21 • 10:42 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Big money flows into state attorney general races as legal battles shape American politics

There are races in 30 states this year for attorney general, and groups that support those candidates prepared for the elections by raising record amounts in 2025.

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Mar 21 • 8:05 AM EDT • Politics • newsday.com
Big money flows into state attorney general races as legal battles shape American politics

There are races in 30 states this year for attorney general, and groups that support those candidates prepared for the elections by raising record amounts in 2025.

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Mar 21 • 8:05 AM EDT • Politics • ksat.com
Department of Health retracts claim sunbeds are as dangerous as smoking

DHSC corrects statements after regulator intervenes as experts say smoking causes far more cancer cases

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Mar 21 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
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Nebraska lands the commitment of 3-star athlete Kaden Howard

The feel-good momentum surrounding the Nebraska athletic department continues to build following the men’s basketball team’s first-round NCAA Tournament victory—and it’s now carrying over onto the recruiting trail. The Cornhuskers have secured a commitment from 3-star athlete Kaden Howard, a 5-foot-10, 160-pound playmaker out of Miami, Florida. Howard picked Nebraska over Louisville, West Virginia and […]

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Mar 21 • 2:48 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Department of Health and Human Services provides behavioral health resources for Nebraskans affected by wildfires

The Department of Health and Human Services Division of Behavioral Health encourages Nebraskans affected by the wildfires to seek emotional support at relief centers near areas affected by the wildfires.

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Mar 21 • 12:28 AM EDT • Health • 1011now.com
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One arrested, another cited in shoplifting incident at business on East Avenue in Chico

CHICO, Calif. - A Paradise man was arrested and a Forbestown woman was cited by Chico Police in connection to a shoplifting incident at a business in Chico.The Chico Police Department says that at around 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, a loss prevention employee observed two suspects stealing several items from a retail business on the 700 block of East Avenue in Chico.Upon exiting the building, the two suspects, a man and a woman, were contacted by the loss prevention employee regarding the stolen items. The employee was able to persuade both suspects to return to the store and hand over the items they had stolen.Authorities say the business expressed their desire to press charges against the suspects and contacted Chico Police to report the crime.Officers reviewed video surveillance that confirmed the employee's account of what happened. Officers then made arraignment for both suspects to turn themselves in the following day.When the suspects, identified as 51-year-old Jamie Leal of Forbestown and 62-year-old Melvin Royal of Paradise, arrived the next day to turn themselves in, authorities say both admitted to their involvement in the incident and elected to write handwritten apology letters to the business.Leal was cited by Chico Police on a misdemeanor charge of shoplifting.Royal was taken into custody and transported to the Butte County Jail, where he was booked on the following charges:Shoplifting with 2+ priors (felony)Shoplifting (misdemeanor) googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('ad-1514992'); });

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Mar 20 • 11:07 PM EDT • Business • actionnewsnow.com
Downtown Chico business owner voices concerns over street closures for events

A DOWNTOWN CHICO MERCHANT IS EXPRESSING CONCERN OVER THE IMPACT OF STREET CLOSURES FOR EVENTS -- ON THEIR BUSINESS. ACTION NEWS NOW REPORTER BELLA BARBOSA REPORTS FROM DOWNTOWN CHICO { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "VideoObject", "name": "Downtown Road Closure Dilemma", "description": "A DOWNTOWN CHICO MERCHANT IS EXPRESSING CONCERN OVER THE IMPACT OF STREET CLOSURES FOR EVENTS -- ON THEIR BUSINESS. ACTION NEWS NOW REPORTER BELLA BARBOSA REPORTS FROM DOWNTOWN CHICO", "thumbnailUrl": "https://bloximages.newyork1.vip.townnews.com/actionnewsnow.com/content/tncms/assets/v3/editorial/c/47/c47e26d6-03c3-5f35-bf49-37925ab603d7/69bdedc4eb57d.image.jpg", "uploadDate": "2026-03-20T17:45:00-07:00", "contentUrl": "https://cdn.field59.com/KHSL/1774053903-6e1ef36dd09fbebf020833aee86b60da3b3cca3f_fl9-720p.mp4" } CHICO, Calif. - A downtown Chico business owner is voicing concerns about the impact of street closures for events on local shops. Leann Powell, owner of The Peddler’s Closet, expressed concern about events closing down streets downtown and bringing in food trucks and other shops’ products that directly compete with the brick-and-mortar stores in downtown Chico.Powell said an upcoming event held on a Saturday has brought up concerns for her and other business owners downtown, due to it being a busy day for businesses. "We're already struggling, and then to bring in more businesses on top of our businesses and shut our streets down is absolutely devastating," said Powell.Powell noted a decline in business during events like the Thursday Night Market, where street closures allow outside vendors to set up shop. She shared that while organizers for these types of events often offer booths to local businesses, it does not alleviate the burden."I don't really feel like that's a solution because you're bringing in other businesses, you're shutting the streets down. Yes, we can go down and set up a space, but then you've gotta pay somebody to run that space, plus run your own business for the day, and it's really not, it's really not helpful for us," said Powell.Applying for a street closure permit in Chico involves approval from the Public Works Department, the Chief of Police, and the Fire Chief. Permits can be denied only under a handful of circumstances, such as interference with first responders, previously scheduled construction, or existing permits for the same space.Mayor Kasey Reynolds addressed the issue, saying the city council has tasked staff with reviewing the municipal code for street closure permits with the goal of finding ways to minimize negative impacts on local businesses during events.Reynolds mentioned that any recommended changes might require further direction from the city council, depending on the extent of any changes recommended. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('ad-1514992'); });

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Mar 20 • 8:45 PM EDT • Business • actionnewsnow.com
Police responding to business explosion in Carroll County

According to a spokesperson for the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department, the explosion occurred Friday afternoon at the address of Catoctin Mountain Growers.

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Mar 20 • 6:23 PM EDT • Business • baltimoresun.com
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WATCH: Trump says 'we don't need' Strait of Hormuz after allies won't help U.S. escort ships

Speaking with reporters as he departed the White House, Trump said “it would be nice” if the countries that rely on the Strait of Hormuz would get involved in helping to keep it open.

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Mar 20 • 5:42 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Microsoft rolls back some of its Copilot AI bloat on Windows

The company is reducing Copilot entry points on Windows, starting with Photos, Widgets, Notepad, and other apps.

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Mar 20 • 4:53 PM EDT • Technology • techcrunch.com
Arsenal and Manchester City lineups: James Trafford to start, Mikel Arteta dodges Kepa, David Raya question

Pep Guardiola will continue to rely on his backup keeper in the cup competition while Arteta played coy

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Mar 20 • 4:39 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
Owners of Greenville pet grooming business accused of punching dogs

The Greenville Police Department reports the owners of a pet grooming business were arrested for mistreating animals on Monday.

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Mar 20 • 4:38 PM EDT • Business • foxcarolina.com
Chandra LaPlume Exits Sandbox Entertainment

Chandra LaPlume has departed Sandbox Entertainment after five years with the company. During [...]

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Mar 20 • 3:26 PM EDT • Entertainment • musicrow.com
Reparations Committee opens up applications for Black Business grant program

The city’s Reparation Committee, in collaboration with Oakton College, is launching a grant and training program to support Black entrepreneurs at

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Mar 20 • 2:55 PM EDT • Business • evanstonroundtable.com
NASA Exploration, Science Inspire “Project Hail Mary” Film

Real-life space exploration and big-screen science fiction will converge on Friday. As NASA prepares to launch Artemis II, the first crewed mission under the

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Mar 20 • 1:22 PM EDT • Science • nasa.gov
Federal judge in Oregon rules US government overreached with transgender health care declaration

The judge’s ruling Thursday in Oregon is part of multistate lawsuit filed against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, its secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and its inspector general.

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Mar 20 • 10:15 AM EDT • Health • opb.org
US health department investigates 13 states that require insurance plans to cover abortion

HHS is looking into the states for ‘alleged disregard of, or confusion about’ the federal Weldon amendment

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Mar 20 • 9:40 AM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
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MSU Museum panel teaches about AI, politics and misinformation

Speakers discuss AI and its influence in politics and elections at the MSU Museum as a part of the Department of Political Science's "Blurred Realities" series.

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Mar 20 • 8:00 AM EDT • Politics • statenews.com
Allegheny County health board considers fracking impacts

There are 225 active wells located on 30 well pads in Allegheny County, according to data from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection analyzed by the non-profit Fractracker Alliance.

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Mar 20 • 5:30 AM EDT • Health • wesa.fm
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How Muslim Businesses in New York Prepare to Celebrate Eid

From Fordham to Bay Ridge to Hollis, Muslim businesses get ready for Eid al-Fitr, the exultant celebration marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan.

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Mar 20 • 5:01 AM EDT • Business • nytimes.com
Yale Surgery Launches Health Career Collaborative–New Haven to Mentor Local High School Students

The Department of Surgery has launched the Health Career Collaborative (HCC)–New Haven, a mentorship program connecting local high school students with surgeons

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Mar 20 • 12:00 AM EDT • Health • medicine.yale.edu
Vehicles damaged in West Allis car wash; business to pay for repairs

Four people say their vehicles were damaged at the Tsunami Express Car Wash in West Allis on Feb.10. They told Contact 6 their vehicles were scratched and two cars' back windows were smashed.

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Mar 19 • 11:32 PM EDT • Business • fox6now.com
US Health Department official signals progress on selecting new CDC head

The top CDC job has been filled by acting directors since Trump fired then-director Susan Monarez last August, after she objected to Kennedy's proposed vaccine policy changes.

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Mar 19 • 10:34 PM EDT • Health • detroitnews.com
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Treasury Department to take over some federal student loans, as Trump administration works to dismantle Education Department

The Treasury Department will begin to manage federal student loans in default, taking on a key function of the Education Department as the Trump administration further pushes to dismantle it.

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Mar 19 • 8:17 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
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Unilever in talks to combine food business with McCormick, WSJ reports

Unilever is in ​talks to separate its food ‌business and combine it with spice maker McCormick in an all-stock ​deal which could come ​within weeks, the Wall Street ⁠Journal reported on Thursday, citing ​sources.

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Mar 19 • 7:28 PM EDT • Business • reuters.com
HHS investigating states for ‘coercing’ health care entities to provide abortions

Click in for more news from The Hill{beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story HHS investigating states for ‘coercing’ healthcare entities to provide abortions The Department of H…

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Mar 19 • 7:06 PM EDT • Health • thehill.com
Tooele business owners worry proposed road project could negatively impact daily operation

A proposed road project aimed at improving safety has drawn mixed reactions from local business owners.The Utah Department of Transportation, along with Tooele

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Mar 19 • 6:51 PM EDT • Business • kutv.com
Exclusive | Unilever in Talks to Separate Food Business and Combine It With McCormick

The remaining Unilever company would focus on beauty, personal-care products and home.

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Mar 19 • 6:42 PM EDT • Business • wsj.com
Chargers depth chart: Where roster stands after several additions

Here is the Los Angeles Chargers' updated roster after several signings, re-signings, and departures.

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Mar 19 • 6:41 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Justice Department probe of Powell could backfire on Trump and keep Fed chair in office

President Donald Trump has for months wanted to remove Jerome Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve. But instead, an investigation by one of his own officials could end up extending Powell's time at the top of the central bank even after his term formally ends May 15.

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Mar 19 • 5:31 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Justice Department seizes several websites it says spread terrorist propaganda

The Justice Department on Thursday seized several websites it says were used by Iran as part of “psychological operations” targeting perceived advisories and spreading terrorist propaganda.

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Mar 19 • 5:15 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
Douglas County Health Department clears Holiday Inn to reopen water park

The Douglas County Health Department is issuing a public warning about the downtown Holiday Inn on Cuming Street, saying the hotel’s water park is operating without valid permits.

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Mar 19 • 5:04 PM EDT • Health • wowt.com
What a day at a gas station in Pennsylvania reveals about the midterms: From the Politics Desk

Plus, an update on the talks to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown.

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Mar 19 • 5:00 PM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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'We're not out of the woods yet': JFAC reworks Health and Human Services budget

After failing on the senate floor, JFAC reworked the Health and Human Services maintenance budget for Fiscal Year 2027. Making it out of committee with an addit

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Mar 19 • 4:50 PM EDT • Health • idahonews.com
Hochul wants new state commission to study AI effect on N.Y. economy

As of December, the state’s unemployment rate stood at 4.6%, according to state labor department statistics.

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Mar 19 • 3:39 PM EDT • Politics • ny1.com
To chop spending, Ottawa will cut science, tourism, foreign aid programs

While 40 departments will collectively spend $23 billion more next year, another 85 departments will spend $31 billion less in 2026-27.

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Mar 19 • 2:02 PM EDT • Science • globalnews.ca
Democrats prepare for health care overhaul

Democrats are outlining a new vision for the health care system ahead of the midterms.

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Mar 19 • 1:02 PM EDT • Health • statnews.com
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Implementing the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy in Angola - United States Department of State

Today, the United States and the Republic of Angola signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), advancing the Trump Administration’s America First Global Health Strategy in Africa. Working with Congress, the Department of State intends to provide $71 million to support HIV, malaria, and global health security programming, while Angola will invest […]

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Mar 19 • 12:40 PM EDT • Health • state.gov
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CHOA, Grady Health System CEOs stepping down in major Atlanta public health shakeup

Atlanta healthcare systems are preparing for new leadership transitions in 2027 as the longtime CEOs of Grady Health System and Children's Hospital of Atlanta (CHOA) step down.

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Mar 19 • 12:39 PM EDT • Health • wabe.org
Babson Taps Multigenerational Business Leaders for 2026 Commencement Addresses

CEO and Executive Chairman of Metropoulos & Co. C. Dean Metropoulos '67, MBA'68, will give the undergraduate Commencement address, with Cisneros CEO Adriana Cisneros speaking at the graduate Commencement ceremony.Wellesley, Massachusetts--(Newsfile Corp. - March 19, 2026) - Babson College will honor the achievements of more than 740 undergraduate and 540 graduate members of the Class of 2026 before thousands of family members, faculty, friends, colleagues, and peers in separate on-campus...

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Mar 19 • 12:37 PM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Tariffs and Mitigating Actions: Focus on the Business Law Section Report with Participation of the International Section and Real Property Law Section - New York State Bar Association

The Business Law Section presents this report on tariff policy developments since February 2025. IEEPA-based tariffs have imposed rates of 10% to 50% on nearly all trading partners. Litigants have challenged the asserted authority for these tariffs in federal court, with an appellate decision invalidating that authority now on appeal before the U.S. Supreme Court.

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Mar 19 • 11:17 AM EDT • Business • nysba.org
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Inspectors say aging and understaffed military kennels are endangering working dogs' health

The Department of Defense Inspector General blames four canine deaths on outdated and unsanitary military kennels at ten bases.

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Mar 19 • 10:31 AM EDT • Health • wunc.org
German Health Minister Nina Warken and WHO Hub in Berlin highlight 2025 achievements

Germany’s Federal Minister of Health, Nina Warken, visited the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence in Berlin today to review progress and launch its 2025 Annual Report. The report highlights advances in using artificial intelligence, data science and pathogen genomics to strengthen global preparedness for future pandemics.In 2025, the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with more than 160 Member States and over 190 partners to help countries and organizations develop new systems and tools to detect and understand new public health threats as quickly as possible, whenever and wherever they occur.BMG to confirm whether they wish to contribute a quote. “Detecting outbreaks early is one of the most effective ways to save lives and prevent epidemics from becoming global crises,” said Federal Minister of Health Nina Warken. “Germany is proud to host and support the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. Its work strengthens our safety at home and helps protect people worldwide.”Artificial intelligence is increasingly transforming the detection of outbreaks. In 2025, the Hub launched an upgraded version of the Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) system, which uses enhanced AI functions to scan global online information in real time and help experts quickly identify unusual health events. The system is now used by 120 countries.To better anticipate health threats, countries need information beyond traditional health data. The Hub supports countries in implementing Collaborative Surveillance, which integrates data on climate, animals, travel, and population movement to provide a more comprehensive and real-time understanding of health threats.The Hub also expanded global access to pathogen genomics, which helps scientists detect new pathogens, such as viruses and bacteria, understand how they spread and how dangerous they may become. Through the International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN), the WHO Hub in Berlin worked with 309 partners in 101 countries to expand access to these technologies.“We are in a new era of global health threats, and we need new tools to face tomorrow’s challenges,” said Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme. “The WHO Hub in Berlin helps countries use data and technology more effectively so they can identify risks earlier and respond faster. No country can address these threats alone. Strong cooperation remains our best defence.”“Berlin offers an ideal environment for our work. We collaborate closely with world-leading institutions such as the Robert Koch Institute and the Charité Center for Global Health,” said Dr Oliver Morgan, Head of the WHO Hub for Pandemic and Epidemic Intelligence. “Germany has supported the WHO Hub since its establishment, and we are pleased to welcome Federal Minister Nina Warken to the Hub today. This strong partnership helps us advance innovation in pandemic and epidemic intelligence and better support countries to prepare for future health threats.”The Hub is expanding the use of advanced analytics and mathematical modelling to forecast how outbreaks may develop and to assess which response measures are most effective. Through its Collaboratory, the Hub connects modelers and analysts with governments to ensure their work addresses real public health needs. In 2025, the community grew to 1300 members from 50 countries and 200 institutions. An AI-powered pandemic simulator, currently in the prototyping phase, will help decision-makers compare outbreak scenarios and help identify effective disease control measures.

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Mar 19 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • who.int
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I realized Stanford GSB could help round out my skill set and prepare me to be an executive for a growth startup.

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HHS investigating 13 states for ‘coercing’ healthcare providers to provide abortions

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced today that it is launching investigations into 13 states for violating a federal health refusal clause and “coercing” healthc…

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Mar 19 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • thehill.com
Trump’s face on a gold coin? His hand-picked panel will decide.

The proposal has already been rejected by members of a separate federal coin committee — and panned by former member Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.

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Mar 19 • 5:00 AM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Blue Jackets bring pressure-based mindset into meeting with Rangers

The Columbus Blue Jackets are on a 10-game point streak (6-0-4) as they prepare to host the New York Rangers on Thursday night.

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Mar 19 • 4:58 AM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
Forum on harnessing Artificial Intelligence for health equity

Register to this forumOver the past decade, artificial intelligence (AI) has significantly evolved in complexity, performance, and utility. Its integration across a wide range of industrial sectors has accelerated, with healthcare emerging as one of the most transformative sectors. In this sector, AI has enabled high-impact applications – from enhancing the speed and accuracy of disease diagnosis and supporting clinical decision-making, to strengthening public health initiatives such as disease surveillance and workforce optimization. Moreover, AI holds immense potential to empower individuals, enabling them to take greater control of their personal health and well-being. Yet the central question remains: Who benefits, who is at risk, and do these innovations close or widen health inequities? While the potential of AI-enabled applications is substantial, many countries have approached their adoption with caution. This hesitancy stems from concerns about risks and benefits, including model bias, data breaches, privacy violations, and the erosion of professional skills due to over-reliance on AI. Additional barriers include inadequate data infrastructure and a lack of robust evidence on the most effective forms and interfaces of AI to enhance service delivery and system performance. Moreover, the rapid rise of Generative AI has introduced a heightened urgency for the development of comprehensive governance and ethical frameworks. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) Health Practice Team and Digital Sector, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Office for the Western Pacific, are convening the Forum on Harnessing AI for Health Equity on 25–26 March at ADB Headquarters. Senior health officials from 16 developing member countries (DMCs), alongside leading researchers, innovators, and policymakers from across Asia and the Pacific, will engage in discussions on how AI can be governed, financed, and scaled to deliver healthier lives for all. The forum is funded through the High-Level Technology Fund with support from the Government of Japan. Objectives The two-day forum aims to:Identify high-impact, evidence-based health AI use cases suitable for resource-constrained settings and map out a pipeline for potential supportIntroduce and validate the WHO's policy guidance on minimum necessary ecosystem for countries and institutions to self-assess readiness for AI adoptionObtain initial commitment from participating stakeholders to join a pilot regional initiative focused on data/model sharing for a priority health challengeEndorse a prioritized set of actionable policy recommendations focusing on governance, regulation, and sustainable financing necessary to scale high-impact health AI use cases in resource-constrained settings Target participants The forum will convene participants from 16 ADB DMCs including Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, Cook Islands, Fiji, Indonesia, Lao People's Democratic Republic, Mongolia, Nepal, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Uzbekistan, and Viet Nam. In addition, health system leaders and practitioners, private sector technologists, academic experts, representatives from civil society organizations, development partners, and philanthropic institutions engaged in AI for Health from Australia, the People’s Republic of China, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and the Republic of Korea will also be invited. SessionsDay 1 (25 March)Session 1: AI Use Cases for the Care Continuum: Improving Access and QualitySession 2: Adopting a risk-based approach for AI use case prioritizationSession 3: Establishing the Minimum Ecosystem for Implementation Risk ManagementSession 4: Future-Ready Health Workforce: Building Competency for Human-AI CollaborationDay 2 (26 March)Session 5: The Political Economy of AI in Health: Understanding Stakeholder Interests and their Impact on EquitySession 6: AI and Health Financing: Supporting Fair Coverage and ProtectionSession 7: AI Regulation and Oversight: Pathways for Different RealitiesSession 8: The Way Forward – Building Alliances and Regional Partnership How to registerThe forum will be held in a hybrid format. In-person attendance is by invitation only, while livestreaming of the forum will be available to the public. To register, please complete this form on or before 24 March 2026.Event organizers / partnersAsian Development Bank (ADB)WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific High-Level Technology Fund (HLTF)ContactAkihito WatabeHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDawatabe@adb.org Jae Kyoun KimHealth Specialist, SD3-HSDjkkim@adb.org

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Mar 19 • 1:13 AM EDT • Health • who.int
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Opinion: The Barrier to ALS Precision Drugs Isn’t Science. It’s the ‘Valley of Death’

As Congress debates renewing the Act for ALS, it must prepare for the coming era of precision ALS medicine by prioritizing early-stage research to more quickly bring effective treatments to the market.

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Mar 19 • 12:02 AM EDT • Science • biospace.com
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Customers help Denver small business owner relocate after 60-day vacate notice
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Mar 18 • 11:08 PM EDT • Business • cbsnews.com
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Zach Braff was mortified when Michael Fassbender mistook him for Dax Shepard in Vegas nightclub

Zach Braff is still mortified after being mistaken by a spirited Michael Fassbender for Dax Shepard in a packed Vegas nightclub. 'I was so embarrassed,' he confessed to on his look-a-like's podcast.

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Mar 18 • 10:21 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
Denver electronics repair business receives support after being force to leave workshop
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Mar 18 • 10:21 PM EDT • Business • cbsnews.com
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Mama Tina's Gumbo reopened at Houston Rodeo after temporary closure, Houston Health Department says

Mama Tina's Gumbo was reopened on Tuesday at the Houston Rodeo after being temporarily closed as a result of a complaint investigation, according to the Houston Health Department.

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Mar 18 • 6:52 PM EDT • Health • abc13.com
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One 'freaking snake' and no apologies: How the Mullin hearing went off the rails

Senator Rand Paul has made it clear he has little regard for President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Homeland Security, fellow Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin. So the...

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Mar 18 • 5:08 PM EDT • Politics • houstonchronicle.com
Houston Health Department temporarily shuts down ‘Mama Tina’s Gumbo’ at RodeoHouston

The Houston Health Department (HHD) has confirmed that ‘Mama Tina’s Gumbo’ was temporarily shut down at the Houston rodeo.

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Mar 18 • 3:09 PM EDT • Health • click2houston.com
Mullin under microscope by Senate colleagues over temperament, stolen valor and ICE in tense DHS confirmation hearing

A typically friendly setting for one of their own turned tense on Capitol Hill Wednesday with senators grilling Markwayne Mullin for roughly three hours as he vies to become President Donald Trump’s next Department of Homeland Security chief.

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Mar 18 • 3:06 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
Delta CEO slams Washington over unpaid TSA agents, says front-line workers are being used as ‘political chips’

More than 300 agents have quit since the partial shutdown began Feb. 14, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

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Mar 18 • 2:32 PM EDT • Politics • fortune.com
Family Sharing in iOS 26.4 No Longer Forces Adults to Share a Payment Method

With iOS 26.4, Apple has made a small but useful change to the way that Family Sharing works. Each adult member of the family can now use their own payment method for purchases, rather than being forced to share a payment method. Apple has long required all of the members of a Family Sharing group to use a single shared payment method for app and content purchases when purchase sharing is turned on, with no option for family members to use separate payment methods.

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Mar 18 • 2:06 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
AMD "Medusa Point" APU Early Benchmarks Match "Strix Point" at Half the Clock Speed

AMD is preparing to launch its "Medusa Point" APU in early 2027. However, more benchmarks are emerging to showcase what the actual SoC can do as AMD and its OEM partners test the chip. In the latest Geekbench v6 run, AMD's 10-core, 20-thread "Zen 6" chip appeared with the AMD Engineering Sample numb...

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Mar 18 • 2:04 PM EDT • Technology • techpowerup.com
It’s Time for the Epstein Class to Make Amends

The files released by the Justice Department feed into populist discontent.

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Mar 18 • 12:20 PM EDT • Business • bloomberg.com
It’s Time for the Epstein Class to Make Amends

The files released by the Justice Department feed into populist discontent.

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Mar 18 • 12:20 PM EDT • Politics • bloomberg.com
City of Rochester seeking public comment as it prepares Annual Action Plan

Currently, the council is getting feedback from the public on its priorities — particularly when it comes to housing programs.

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Mar 18 • 11:18 AM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Rand Paul confronts Markwayne Mullin over past rhetoric at Senate hearing

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., confronted Sen. Markwayne Mullin, R-Okla., for his past comments saying he "completely understood" why Paul had been physically assaulted and questioned if "someone who applauds violence against their political opponents" is the right person to lead the Department of Homeland Security.

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Mar 18 • 10:45 AM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Eastern Athletics Announces Two Promotions in Sports Medicine - Eastern Michigan University Athletics

Eastern Michigan University Athletics announced two promotions within the sports medicine department, recognizing the work and leadership of athletic trainer...

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Mar 18 • 8:29 AM EDT • Sports • emueagles.com
Student-loan repayment: Colleges are entering private lending

Trump's cap on student-loan borrowing for advanced degrees has prompted colleges to create new lending programs to fill financing gaps.

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Mar 18 • 4:25 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Misalignment and Risk Tolerance Gaps Undermine Business Resilience, Kroll Study Finds

Kroll, the leading independent provider of global financial and risk advisory solutions, today released global cyber resilience research findings revealing a critical gap between organizations' perception of their cyber preparedness and their actual capability to defend against, and recover from, sophisticated attacks. This gap is being driven by misalignment between the C-suite and cyber decision-makers. This disconnect is costly, as organizations face a yearly average of $2.2 million in recove

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Mar 18 • 4:00 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
How a ‘locked in’ offseason prepared Spurs for championship push

In clinching the Spurs first 50-win season in almost a decade, Victor Wembanyama pointed back to before the season started.

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Mar 18 • 1:50 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Deputy AG Blanche defends DOJ’s work on Epstein case ahead of closed-door Hill briefing

Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche, ahead of his appearance on Capitol Hill Wednesday, defended the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files and asserted it does not have new evidence to prosecute anyone for crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein, in an interview released Tuesday that forced him to face theories plaguing the department.

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Mar 18 • 12:56 AM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
Higgs Boson was UK triumph, but British physics faces 'catastrophic' cuts

Britain is preparing to cancel its contribution to one of the Large Hadron Collider's next major upgrades.

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Mar 17 • 9:57 PM EDT • Science • bbc.com
Kiki Shepard dead: Longtime 'Showtime at the Apollo' co-host was 74

Kiki Shepard, best known for co-hosting the variety show 'Showtime at the Apollo,' has died, her representative confirmed. The Harlem theater remembered Shepard as a 'true Apollo legend.'

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Mar 17 • 6:31 PM EDT • Entertainment • latimes.com
NJGOP Calls on Congressional Democrats to End DHS Shutdown, Stop Playing Politics with National Security

NJGOP Calls on Congressional Democrats to End DHS Shutdown, Stop Playing Politics with National Security COLTS NECK — NJGOP Chairwoman Christine Hanlon is calling on Congressional Democrats to end the partial government shutdown keeping the Department of Homeland Security closed and unfunded. A month into the shutdown, TSA wait times are growing at airports across[...]

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Mar 17 • 6:08 PM EDT • Politics • insidernj.com
Two men have been charged with running a fraudulent contracting business in Lower Merion

The Lower Merion Police Department is urging anyone who believes they were a victim of contractor fraud by Jake Fox and Scott Bradley to contact law enforcement.

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Mar 17 • 5:51 PM EDT • Business • inquirer.com
White House offers 5 DHS reforms to Democrats

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security lapsed more than a month ago.

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Mar 17 • 5:25 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
iFixit Tears Down the iPhone 17e, Discovers MagSafe Upgrade Path for iPhone 16e Owners

Repair site iFixit today took apart the iPhone 17e, which is the new low-cost iPhone that Apple launched last Wednesday. The iPhone 17e is almost identical to the iPhone 16e in design, but it does include a MagSafe back panel that supports MagSafe and faster Qi charging than the iPhone 16e. When disassembling the iPhone 17e, iFixit found that the MagSafe panel for the device is the same size as the panel for the 16e, and the two are interchangeable.

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Mar 17 • 3:49 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
Unilever considers separation of its food assets, Bloomberg News reports

Unilever is ‌in the early ​stages ​of weighing a ⁠separation ​of its ​food assets as the consumer ​goods ​maker plans to ‌streamline ⁠its business, Bloomberg News reported ​on ​Tuesday, ⁠citing people ​familiar with ​the ⁠matter.

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Mar 17 • 3:00 PM EDT • Business • reuters.com
Mills County authorities identify burglary suspect in adult entertainment club case

The Mills County Sheriff’s Department has identified a suspect in the burglary of an adult entertainment club in Council Bluffs.

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Mar 17 • 2:27 PM EDT • Entertainment • wowt.com
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Fresno County students prepare for the annual science fair

Middle and high school students from across Fresno County are gearing up for this year's annual science fair.

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Mar 17 • 1:11 PM EDT • Science • abc30.com
Former state health commissioner appointed to role supporting Minnesota hospitals

Former Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm will collaborate with leaders from hospitals and health systems across the state to tackle financial challenges to support hospitals and ensure access to care statewide.

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Mar 17 • 12:47 PM EDT • Health • mprnews.org
Attaining Optimal Gut Health: Doctor Separates Facts From Myth

Dr. Roshini Raj, gastroenterologist at New York University Langone Medical Center, joins TODAY to talk about what’s best for your digestive and gut health. She also separates facts and fiction when it comes to lemon water detoxing your stomach, whether you can have too much fiber and more.

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Mar 17 • 9:29 AM EDT • Health • today.com
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Outside Lands act to play intimate Bay Area shows ahead of festival

Mariah the Scientist will be in San Francisco and Oakland for her “Hearts Sold Separately” tour, in support of her recent album of the same name.

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Mar 17 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • sfchronicle.com
Psychiatrists’ Use of Biomarkers Could Open a New Window Into Mental Health Diagnoses

The world’s largest professional psychiatry organization is preparing for the day when biological indicators can help diagnose and treat mental illness.

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Mar 17 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • kffhealthnews.org
The LYCRA Company to Eliminate More than $1.2 Billion of Debt through Prepackaged Restructuring Process, Positioning Business for Long-Term Financial Stability and Growth

WILMINGTON, Del., March 17, 2026--The LYCRA Company to Eliminate More than $1.2 Billion of Debt through Prepackaged Restructuring Process

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Mar 17 • 3:51 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Alibaba shakeup hints at an AI business model

The $325 bln group ‌is separating its AI initiatives from its cloud computing unit. It’s a nod to a craze for digital agents like OpenClaw and willingness of consumers to pay for these standalone services. Monetising AI will remain daunting but the rejig makes sense.

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Mar 17 • 12:58 AM EDT • Business • reuters.com
Reusse: St. Patrick’s Day parade of deep thoughts about Minnesota’s sports teams

This Patrick must confess he might have been wrong about the Wild, Jaden McDaniels and the MLB challenge system.

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Mar 16 • 9:06 PM EDT • Sports • startribune.com
Federal judge halts Trump administration’s health care funding cuts to Illinois, for now

A federal judge has blocked efforts by the Trump administration to withhold $600 million in health care grants from Illinois and three other states, while the states’ lawsuit over the cuts proceeds…

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Mar 16 • 5:15 PM EDT • Health • chicagotribune.com
Kennedy Center votes to shut down operations for 2 years and names a new president

The widely expected decision comes in the wake of numerous resignations and cancellations during President Donald Trump's second term, although Trump himself has cited the need for repairs as a reason for the closure.

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Mar 16 • 4:38 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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'Empty refrigerators and eviction notices': TSA union leaders demand end to DHS shutdown

TSA workers in Atlanta face a mounting financial crisis as the Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues, with agents dealing with evictions and hardships.

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Mar 16 • 2:55 PM EDT • Business • foxbusiness.com
Anbernic’s Next Handheld Might Flip the Script With a Rotating Screen

Anbernic may be preparing a rotating-screen handheld that mixes smartphone nostalgia with a bold new design and a fresh twist on Android gaming.

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Mar 16 • 2:15 PM EDT • Technology • retrohandhelds.gg
Iran’s attacks have collapsed, and the trend is ‘overwhelmingly positive,’ analysts say. But the military side is separate from politics and markets

Iranian drone attacks on the United Arab Emirates collapsed from 332 on the second day of the war to just six on Sunday, according to the Institute for the Study of War.

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Mar 16 • 12:09 PM EDT • Politics • fortune.com
Dem senators call to fund DHS after voting to block it 4 times amid shutdown fight

Government shutdown continues over Department of Homeland Security funding as Democrats seek immigration enforcement reforms amid terror attacks.

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Mar 16 • 11:56 AM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
Scott Borchetta launches Borchetta Entertainment Group management division with Carly Pearce signing

Borchetta’s departure from HYBE AMERICA was announced in February.

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Mar 16 • 11:43 AM EDT • Entertainment • musicbusinessworldwide.com
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Bondholders Approve Saks Global’s Five-Year Business Plan

Saks Global Enterprises LLC said a key group of bondholders approved its five-year business plan, showing the operator of luxury department stores is progressing toward exiting bankruptcy.

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Mar 16 • 11:00 AM EDT • Business • bloomberg.com