Oil Jumps Back Toward $100 per Barrel as Iran Steps up Tanker Attacks
Oil prices have rebounded as Iran’s blockade of the Strait of Hormuz deepens, with analysts warning the energy shock could spill into fertilizer and food.
Iran’s New Leader Issues 1st Statement, Says Hormuz Closure Should Be Used as Leverage
Mojtaba Khamenei threatened countries hosting U.S. bases, urging them to shut the facilities or face consequences.
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The Human Costs of Ultracompetitive Youth Sports
The drive for elite child athletes shoves recreation-level programs aside and discourages collective participation, federal lawmakers fear.
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US Aerial Refueling Aircraft Crashes in Western Iraq
The crash was not due to hostile fire and rescue efforts are underway to locate and recover the crew of the downed KC-135 Stratotanker, CENTCOM said.
Russian Military Aircraft Incursion Prompts US and Canadian Fighter Jet Response Near Alaska
The Alaska Air Defense Identification Zone is intended to serve as a buffer to warn of potential incursions by foreign aircraft.
Xi Warns China’s Military Against Disloyalty at CCP’s Top Political Meetings
CCP leader Xi Jinping’s continued purge of generals creates a vacuum in the PLA’s top leadership and weakens its combat capabilities, analysts said.
Trump Admin Weighs Allowing Foreign Ships to Transport US Crude to Domestic Refiners
The president may issue temporary Jones Act waivers to send Gulf of America oil to domestic plants to boost volume and stymie skyrocketing fuel costs.
Two Teenagers Killed in E-Bike Crash in Queensland
A fatal collision south of Brisbane comes amid growing scrutiny of safety rules for e-bikes and e-scooters used by children and teenagers.
Blood Test Helps Predict Dementia Up to 25 Years in Advance, Study Suggests
The findings open the way to ‘earlier prevention strategies and more targeted monitoring,’ a researcher said, while critics caution about predicting diagnoses.
The Harvard Astrophysicist Searching for Extraterrestrial Life | Avi Loeb
Loeb is the head of the Galileo Project that is looking for extraterrestrial technologies.
‘Two Pianos’: When a Child Prodigy Comes to Terms With Adulthood
This French drama observes what happens when someone’s personal and professional lives clash.
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Why More Parents Are Refusing the Newborn Vitamin K Shot
The number of parents refusing the vitamin K shot for their newborns has jumped significantly in the past decade.
John Donne’s Brilliant Poem on Married Love
The English poet and cleric’s ‘A Valediction: Forbidden Mourning’ speaks of love’s transcendence over time and space.
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NJ Gov. Sherrill’s First Budget Reflects Democrats’ National Affordability Push
Sherrill proposed record property tax relief and no new individual taxes. Republicans called the $60.7 billion plan a tax increase in disguise.
Airlines Raise Fares as Middle East Conflict Sends Jet Fuel Prices Soaring
Analysts say that beyond soaring costs, disruptions to oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz could also lead to jet fuel shortages in some markets.
Mike Evans Credits 49ers Star for Luring Him From Buccaneers
The San Francisco 49ers landed wide receiver Mike Evans in free agency this week, and he revealed who influenced him the most.
Nicole Kidman Speaks Out After Keith Urban Divorce, Says Family Is Primary Focus
The divorce was finalized in January after 19 years of marriage, with the actress saying she is ‘always going to be moving toward what’s good.’
‘Dead Kennedys’ Cofounder Jello Biafra in ‘Stable Condition’ After Suffering Hemorrhagic Stroke
Biafra served as lead vocalist and founding member of the punk rock band from 1978 until its disbandment nearly a decade later.
Your Brain Needs Steady Fuel: The Diet Strategy That Supports Focus and Cognitive Health
When the brain is fueled by a stable power source, such as a low-glycemic diet, it functions with greater focus over longer periods.
Why You Need to Eat More Bitter Foods
Emerging research is validating centuries of traditional wisdom.
Large Study Shows High Caffeine Intake Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk
A study tracked more than 131,000 people for up to 43 years.
Green Immunity-Boosting Warm Tonic
Spirulina, miso, garlic, and lemon are blended into a warming, savory drink designed to support immunity and daily energy.
Unexpected Job Offer Leads Retiree on a New Career Pathway
For this 74-year-old, retirement seems to be a thing of the past.
Is Cancun Safe for American Travelers? Safety Tips and Advice Ahead of Spring Break
The U.S. Embassy in Mexico issued a new alert for travelers heading to Mexico for spring break on March 2.
