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Trump: Strikes on Iran could be 'winding down'

President Donald Trump said Friday the U.S. is "very close" to meeting its objectives in Iran and indicated military strikes could be winding down. He also offered a...

Published Mar 20, 2026, 6:30 PM EDT

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Man dies after medical episode while being handcuffed, NJ AG says

Steven Fitzpatrick, 61, of Pittstown, died after suffering a medical episode while being handcuffed by police, the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office announced Friday. Officers were responding to...

Published Mar 20, 2026, 5:42 PM EDT

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Middle East War: Global Economic Fallout

This brief roundup lists the latest economic events stemming from the Middle East war. It outlines how the conflict is affecting global markets, commodities such as oil, trade...

Published Mar 20, 2026, 5:31 PM EDT

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Quinn upsets Ruud, reaches Miami Open third round

American Ethan Quinn upset Norway's 11th-seeded Casper Ruud 6-4, 7-6 (9/7). Quinn's victory advances him to the third round of the Miami Open.

Published Mar 20, 2026, 5:17 PM EDT

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Rap group Kneecap says crisis-hit Cuba being 'strangled'

Irish-language rap trio Kneecap said Friday they joined an international aid convoy to Cuba because they could not stay silent as the island is gripped by crisis. The...

Published Mar 20, 2026, 5:08 PM EDT

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Where to watch 2026 NCAA wrestling semifinals and blood round

Semifinal matches are the highlight of Session 4 of the 2026 NCAA Wrestling Championships, which also includes the “blood round” to narrow this year’s All-Americans. Matches are scheduled...

Published Mar 20, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT

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Chuck Norris, roundhouse-kicking action star, dies at 86

Chuck Norris, the US martial artist and Hollywood tough guy most famous for his role in the 'Walker, Texas Ranger' television series, has died, his family said Friday....

Published Mar 20, 2026, 4:49 PM EDT

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Stocks Drop as Oil Surges Amid Mideast Attacks

Stocks tumbled while oil prices pushed higher Friday at the end of a turbulent week. Attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure rattled global markets and sparked fears of a...

Published Mar 20, 2026, 4:43 PM EDT