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American man held by Taliban for over 2 years released, the State Department says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is praising Qatar for helping the U.S. secure the release of an American man who was held by the Taliban for more than two yearsABC News - 3d -
American George Glezmann freed by Taliban after being detained for over 2 years
George Glezmann, a U.S. citizen who was detained by the Taliban for more than two years, has been released, according to the State Department.ABC News - 3d -
Pensacola Catholic's Matt Adams selected as school's new athletic director
The school noted that Matt Adams will continue his role as the facilities director and his responsibilities as AD will start during the 2025-26 school year.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
Body found in NSW bushland believed to be missing six-year-old girl
Body found in North Nowra area believed to be girl last seen on Sunday afternoon. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news ...The Guardian - Mar. 16 -
American George Glezmann freed by Taliban more than 2 years after arrest
Former U.S. envoy Zalmay Khalilzad says the Taliban's decision to release American George Glezmann was "a goodwill gesture" to President Trump.CBS News - 3d -
American George Glezmann freed by Taliban more than 2 years after arrest
Former U.S. envoy Zalmay Khalilzad says the Taliban's decision to release American George Glezmann was "a goodwill gesture" to President Trump.CBS News - 3d -
‘If you don’t get early years right, children are unlikely to catch up’: why South Africa is trying to reboot its school system
With 80% of 10-year-olds unable to read for meaning, the government is prioritising literacy and numeracy among pre-school pupils as it tackles its education problems. When she noticed children ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Dundee graduate Ted Rath begins 17th NFL season with new team
Dundee graduate Ted Rath takes job with the New Orleans Saints -- his fifth NFL team over 17 years.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14 -
He Was Once a Covert Taliban Operative. Now He’s the Friendly Taxman.
Abdul Qahar Ghorbandi, head of Afghanistan’s Taxpayers Services Directorate, has the hard job of raising money in an impoverished country hobbled by international sanctions.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
PHOTO GALLERY | 'Build on it for next year' Bishop Carroll girls milestone season ends in PIAA semifinal
ALTOONA, Pa. – The Bishop Carroll Catholic High School girls basketball team’s memorable season ended against defending state champion Bishop Guilfoyle Academy Saturday afternoon. But coach John ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Poll: Vote for the top Bucks County high school girls' lacrosse player
Cast your vote for the top high school girls' lacrosse player in the Bucks County area for the 2025 seasonYahoo Sports - 2h -
Girls hockey: Dominant Hanover wins 14th state championship
Mar. 16—MANCHESTER — The battle for New Hampshire high school girls hockey supremacy started late and was decided early for Hanover on Saturday. The third-seeded and defending champion Bears skated ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 16 -
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling Department of Education
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.CBS News - 3d -
Trump signs executive order to begin dismantling Department of Education
President Trump has taken aim at the Department of Education, but shutting down the department entirely would require an act of Congress.CBS News - 3d -
Romanian court rejects appeal by far-right politician to lift candidacy ban
Călin Georgescu, a Russia-friendly populist, won first round of election before result was annulled . Europe live – latest updates Romania’s top court has upheld a decision to ban presidential ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
WATCH: Little girl plays catch with a dolphin
A six-year-old girl made a new friend with a dolphin swimming in the inlet near where she lives in Mexico. According to her mom, this game of catch was totally spontaneous.ABC News - 1d -
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President Trump to sign executive order to begin dismantling the Department of Education; Conservative environmental activist launches "Nature is Nonpartisan" non-profit.CBS News - 3d -
Vote for the Austin-area girls high school athlete of the week
Vote now for the Austin-area girls high school athlete of the week for March 10 through March 15. The voting ends on Friday.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Nasa’s new Spherex telescope lifts off to map cosmos in unprecedented detail
The $488m Spherex mission aims to explain how galaxies evolved over billions of years. Nasa ’s newest space telescope rocketed into orbit on Tuesday to map the entire sky like never before – a ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
What Happens to Student Loans if the Education Dept. Closes?
The White House released an executive order instructing the secretary of education to begin shutting down the department — but not to cancel your debt.The New York Times - 2d -
What Happens to Student Loans if the Education Dept. Closes?
The White House released an executive order instructing the secretary of education to begin shutting down the department — but not to cancel your debt.The New York Times - 2d -
What Happens to Student Loans if the Education Dept. Closes?
The White House released an executive order instructing the secretary of education to begin shutting down the department — but not to cancel your debt.The New York Times - 2d -
Pope has 'peaceful night' after his prognosis improves and is lifted
The pope rested peacefully overnight after his prognosis was "lifted" on Monday as he begins his 26th straight day in the hospital, the Vatican said.ABC News - Mar. 11 -
Are Schools Succeeding? Education Department Cuts Could Make It Hard to Know.
At least 800 education department research employees and outside partners have lost jobs. The cuts will decimate research and data collection.The New York Times - Mar. 12 -
What Trump's Department of Education dismantle means for the future of AI in schools
The U.S. education ecosystem is seeking ways to counteract diminished federal support through technology and, more specifically, artificial intelligence.CNBC - Mar. 13 -
GOP's Bacon: Trump repeating Taliban mistake in Ukraine talks
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) said President Trump is repeating mistakes he made in Afghanistan by not including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in talks to end his country’s war with Russia. ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
Teenagers Say Girls Are Equal to Boys in School, or Are Ahead
Reflecting a generational change, two Pew surveys show boys tend to feel discouraged in the classroom, and are less likely than girls to pursue college.The New York Times - Mar. 13 -
Unbeaten PIAA champs share Bucks County girls high school Wrestlers of the Year honors
Conwell-Egan's Julia Horger and Quakertown's Caroline Hattala, both juniors, went undefeated in winning PIAA gold medalsYahoo Sports - 4d -
Ridgeline’s Emilee Skinner honored as Deseret News Ms. Basketball for second consecutive year
Ridgeline High School's Emilee Skinner named Deseret News Ms. Basketball for second straight year, just the second repeat winner in 31-year history.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
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President Trump expected to begin the process of dismantling the Education Department; Boston photographer uses social media to track down couple captured in viral proposal picture.CBS News - 3d -
Paperless Post’s New Brand Collab Is 325 Years in the Making
The 15-year-old digital invitation company has a fresh take on collaborations. It’s very old school.Inc. - Mar. 13 -
Sources: Pogba to wait for new club as ban ends
Paul Pogba's 18-month ban from football officially ended on Tuesday, but he has decided to delay joining a new club, sources have told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 11 -
Vote for the Clarksville area girls high school athlete of the week for March 10-16
Who should be the Clarksville area girls high school athlete of the week for March 10-16? Here's your chance to vote.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Vote for the Campbell Clinic girls high school athlete of the week for March 10-15
Voting is open for the Campbell Clinic girls high school athlete of the week. The poll closes Thursday.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17 -
Find out who made the Vermont high school coaches' all-league girls basketball teams
As chosen by the coaches following the 2024-25 high school girls basketball season and reported to the Burlington Free Press sports department.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Vote for Louisville-area high school girls athlete of the week before polls close Thursday
Vote for The Courier Journal high school girls athlete of the week for the Louisville area. The poll closes Thursday. Meet this week's nominees.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Berlin Brothersvalley girls use 16-0 run to begin 4th, down Marian Catholic
GETTYSBURG, Pa. – The Berlin Brothersvalley girls basketball team rallied from a five-point deficit after three quarters by going on a colossal run to begin the fourth to defeat Marian Catholic ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 15 -
This Popular Game Is Banning Players For 10 Years
Free-to-play game Delta Force isn't playing around when it comes to cheaters. Developer Team Jade has revealed that 10-year bans--yes, a full decade--have been handed out recently to over 1,000 ...GameSpot - 3d -
Thomas Tuchel unimpressed as new England era begins with with over Albania - reaction
England 2-0 Albania: Lewis-Skelly made history as the youngest player to score on his debut as the 18-year-old scored the first goal of the Tuchel eraYahoo Sports - 2d
