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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 12:26 PM ET

World News

Newsweek

What Iran crisis is teaching Taiwan about war with China

Newsweek - 7 minutes ago

Taiwan's government aims to complete an ambitious air defense system next year.

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Fox News

DETAILS: Three more top Iranian killed in strikes | Fox News Video

Fox News - 1 hour ago

Fox News' Trey Yingst reports on the strategic elimination of Iranian 'regime infrastructure,' as U.S. and Israeli strikes focus on officials Esmail Khatib and Ali Larijani who were responsible for the brutal January 2026 crackdowns on civilians.

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Daily Sabah

Israel says three private aircraft were damaged in recent days by fragments of Iranian missiles that were intercepted - Bay to Bay News

Bay to Bay News - 55 minutes ago

Israel says three private aircraft were damaged in recent days by fragments of Iranian missiles that were intercepted.

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Evening Standard

30 warships needed to open Strait of Hormuz amid Iran blockade, sources say

Evening Standard - 23 minutes ago

The ships would be needed to escort commercial vessels through the key waterway amid the Iran war

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Politics News

Los Angeles Times

Trump's failed strong-arming of allies on Iran shows that pressure is losing its effect

Los Angeles Times - 35 minutes ago

We’ve long had your back, now it’s our turn

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The Columbian

Iranian Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib killed, Israel defense minister says. Follow live updates. - The Boston Globe

Boston Globe - 6 minutes ago

Meanwhile, an Israeli airstrike struck an apartment building in Bachoura, central Beirut, completely flattening it as day broke.

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Breitbart

Teamsters President Backs Mullin at DHS Secretary Confirmation Hearing

Breitbart - 23 minutes ago

Teamsters President Sean O'Brien sat behind Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) in a sign of support as he faced a Senate confirmation hearing.

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CNBC

Illinois Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton wins Democratic primary for US Senate - The Boston Globe

Boston Globe - 2 hours ago

The retirement of US Senator Dick Durbin, the Senate’s longtime No. 2 Democrat, triggered a competitive campaign on the Democratic side.

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Business News

The Baltimore Sun

Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in bid to free up the flow of oil to US ports

Fox News - 1 hour ago

President Donald Trump temporarily waived the century-old shipping law for 60 days, allowing foreign ships to carry oil and resources between U.S. ports.

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Epoch Times

Oil Prices Jump Following Attack on Iranian Gas Field

Epoch Times - 11 minutes ago

The reported attack on Iran’s energy assets sent Brent crude higher in a year that has already seen oil prices rise 80 percent.

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The Mercury News

Store traffic expected to rise across U.S. Circle K stores despite rising gasoline prices, Couche-Tard CEO says

The Globe and Mail - 15 minutes ago

Retail giant expects sales momentum to continue despite war in the Middle East

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Orlando Sentinel

U.S. stocks fall as Brent crude jumps toward $110 per barrel

CTV News - 41 minutes ago

U.S. stocks are sinking Wednesday after another climb for oil prices raised worries about inflation, which may have been primed to worsen even before the war with Iran began.

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Technology

International Business Times

NVIDIA'S DLSS 5 Teaser Face Backlash Due to Generative AI's Alleged Influence on Upscaling Games

International Business Times - 5 hours ago

NVIDIA's teaser for the new DLSS 5 technology garnered backlash because of heavy generative AI influences.

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Deccan Chronicle

Apple’s AirPods Max 2 promise next-level listening

Gulf News - 1 day ago

Apple launches AirPods Max 2, featuring improved noise cancellation and smart audio features, available in multiple colors starting March 25.

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Gizmodo

Amazon launches 1- and 3-hour delivery options across the US — find...

New York Post - 50 minutes ago

The delivery wars are speeding up.

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Daily Express

After three months, Samsung is ending sales of the $2,899 Galaxy Z TriFold

Ars Technica - 23 hours ago

Samsung didn't offer an explanation for its decision, but it's not exactly a surprise.

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Sports Headlines

CBS News

Red Sox reliever Garrett Whitlock quickly looks to move forward after loss in final of World Baseball Classic - The Boston Globe

Boston Globe - 22 minutes ago

After the 3-2 loss to Venezuela, Whitlock was one of many members of Team USA who quickly removed his silver medal after receiving it.

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Times of India

Iran women's soccer team returns home after some players sought asylum, Iranian media reports

CTV News - 41 minutes ago

Iran’s national women’s soccer team has returned to the Islamic Republic after several of the players sought asylum in Australia, Iranian media reported Wednesday.

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CBC News

WNBA, players reach agreement in principle on new CBA that could see million-dollar salaries | CBC Sports

CBC News - 28 minutes ago

The WNBA and its players' union reached an agreement in principle on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning.

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Sky News

Senegal stripped of AFCON title, Morocco declared champions by governing body

NBC News - 2 hours ago

A remarkable situation has been confirmed as Morocco have been awarded the 2025 AFCON title over Senegal.

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Entertainment News

BBC News

Sean Penn is awarded (a version of) his Oscar in Ukraine

CTV News - 3 hours ago

Sean Penn finally got his hands on his third Oscar… sort of.

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New York Magazine

Zendaya’s new ring fuels notion that she and Tom Holland are married

One America News Network - 28 minutes ago

Zendaya’s new ring has led many to believe she’s married to actor Tom Holland, but the star isn’t confirming it and shared why she’s intentional about keeping her personal life private.

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