Oil Falls and Stocks in Asia Hold Steady
Oil prices had been gyrating this week, after a new round of attacks on major energy facilities in Iran and Qatar raised concerns about energy supplies.
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Spring equinox 2026: Time, meaning, and the science behind the turning of the seasons
Friday morning, March 20, marks the triumphant return of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. Spring is a glorious, warm season after the harsh cold of winter—filled with light and more sun-induced vitamin D. Friday, March 20, 2026 (at exactly 10:46 a.m. ET), marks both its triumphant return in the Northern Hemisphere and the spring equinox….
TIPS FOR PARENTS TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT WAR
Talking to kids about war can feel overwhelming for parents, but thoughtful conversations can help them process their feelings and make sense of what they hear or see. Here are a few tips from the experts for parents to talk to their kids about war. Daughter and father. FREEPIK.COM The war in the Middle East…
Mortgage Rates Highest in Three Months as War Weighs on Housing Market
Rising energy costs and concerns about inflation have helped lift borrowing costs for a home mortgage for the third consecutive week.
Is Russian Fuel Headed for Cuba, Testing the U.S. Blockade?
A Russian oil tanker is being closely tracked to see if it will challenge the Trump administration’s blockade on Cuba.
What animal are you? Humans and animals tend to like the same mating calls
March 19, 2026 3 min read Add Us On GoogleAdd SciAm What animal are you? Humans and animals tend to like the same mating calls Whether it’s a canary’s chirp or a treefrog’s croak, humans tend to prefer many of the same sounds that animals do themselves, a new study finds By Jackie Flynn Mogensen…
Amazon acquires Rivr, maker of a stair-climbing delivery robot
Rivr, a Zurich-based autonomous robotics startup known for its stair-climbing delivery robot, has been acquired by Amazon in a deal that signals the e-commerce giant’s interest in doorstep delivery. Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Co-founder and CEO Marko Bjelonic, who once described the four-legged wheeled robot to TechCrunch as a “dog on roller skates,”…
Francesca Jones defeats Venus Williams in Miami for WTA 1000 breakthrough | Tennis
In her first training session at the ATX Open in Austin last month, weeks after injury put an end to her Australian Open, Francesca Jones found herself in an unusual, delightful situation. Her training partner across the net was none other than Venus Williams, the most successful active female tennis player. Being able to train…
Bec Judd reveals how she deals with online trolls and hate comments
Rebecca ‘Bec’ Judd has shared the “liberating” way she deals with trolls and hate comments. In a conversation with influencer Lauren Curtis on the latest episode of her podcast Vain-ish, the media personality said she “doesn’t give a s—” about her online critics. Judd often faces backlash online, including accusations of promoting insecurities in women…
F.C.C. Approves Nexstar’s Acquisition of a Local TV Rival
The $6.2 billion deal with Tegna consolidates 265 stations in 44 states and Washington, D.C.