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EntertainmentMar 30

Hollywood Adapts Gaming Properties Amid Industry Production Decline

Studios pursue video game adaptations like Mario and Minecraft while overall film and TV production decreases from previous years.

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WorldMar 21

Iranian Diaspora and Iraqi Kurds Mark Nowruz Spring Festival

Communities celebrate traditional Persian New Year marking spring's arrival, though Iranian diaspora observes with subdued tone amid ongoing regional conflicts.

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OtherMar 5

Ex-boyfriend testifies in Utah murder trial of children's author accused of killing husband

Robert Josh Grossman testified about his relationship with Kouri Richins, who is accused of fatally poisoning her husband with fentanyl.

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HealthApr 17

CDC Faces Leadership Shortage with 80% of Top Director Posts Vacant

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has 80% of its top director positions unfilled 14 months after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. became health secretary.

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SportsMar 12

WNBA, Players Union Continue CBA Negotiations for Third Consecutive Day

The WNBA and its players' union met Thursday for a third straight day of collective bargaining agreement negotiations, with union leadership expressing optimism.

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SportsMar 5

Harry Maguire Found Guilty of Assault in Greece, Receives Suspended Sentence

Manchester United defender Harry Maguire was convicted of assault and bribery charges related to a 2020 incident in Mykonos, receiving a 15-month suspended sentence.

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OtherMar 26

Two Fatal Crashes Involve Suspects Identified as Undocumented Immigrants

Federal authorities have identified suspects in separate fatal vehicle crashes in New Jersey and North Carolina as individuals who entered the US illegally.

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AIMar 21

North Carolina man pleads guilty to defrauding music streaming platforms with AI

Michael Smith used AI-generated songs and bots to artificially inflate streaming numbers and collect millions in royalty payments.

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PoliticsApr 17

ICE Hired Thousands with Questionable Backgrounds During Rapid Expansion, AP Finds

Investigation reveals ICE's hiring spree to double its workforce included candidates with bankruptcies, failed police academy records, and misconduct allegations.

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WorldApr 21

Nuuk Airport Reopens After Bomb Threat Prompts Temporary Closure

Greenland's main airport in Nuuk reopened after authorities responded to a bomb threat that forced a temporary closure.

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HealthApr 12

Brain-Related Health Cases Highlight Diagnostic Challenges

Two separate cases involving brain-related health conditions demonstrate ongoing challenges in medical diagnosis and treatment.

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FinanceMar 10

Turkey's Halkbank Settles US Criminal Case Over Iran Sanctions Violations

Turkey's state-owned Halkbank has reached a settlement with US authorities to resolve criminal charges related to violations of Iran sanctions.

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SportsMar 12

Ravens Sign Edge Rusher Trey Hendrickson After Failed Maxx Crosby Trade Attempt

Baltimore Ravens signed edge rusher Trey Hendrickson to a 4-year contract after their trade attempt for Las Vegas Raiders' Maxx Crosby fell through.

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FinanceMar 21

Prestige Consumer Healthcare Acquires Breathe Right Brand Portfolio for $1.045 Billion

Prestige Consumer Healthcare announced the purchase of a brand portfolio including Breathe Right nasal strips from Foundation Consumer Healthcare.

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WorldApr 8

Royal Navy Warship HMS Dragon Returns to Port for Technical Maintenance

HMS Dragon, the Royal Navy's deployed warship in Middle East operations, has docked for repairs due to water system issues.

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