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NYC Investigates Explosive Devices at Protest as ISIS-Inspired Terrorism

SMGN Publishing March 9, 2026

New York authorities are investigating an attempted bombing during a weekend protest as a potential case of ISIS-inspired terrorism after explosive devices were thrown near a demonstration outside the official residence of the city’s mayor. Law enforcement officials say the incident could have caused serious injuries or fatalities and is now being handled as a federal terrorism investigation. New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch confirmed that the case is

Live Nation Reaches Settlement With DOJ in Antitrust Case Over Ticketmaster

Sarah Olivella March 9, 2026

Live Nation has reportedly reached a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice in a major antitrust lawsuit that challenged the company’s dominance in the

Trump Threatens to Block Bills Until Congress Passes SAVE Act Voting Law

Sarah Olivella March 9, 2026

President Donald Trump has announced that he may refuse to sign new legislation until Congress passes stricter federal voting requirements, escalating a political confrontation over

Sea Level Rise Threatens Millions More People Than Previously Estimated

SMGN Publishing March 9, 2026

A new scientific study suggests that the global threat posed by rising sea levels may be far greater than previously understood. Researchers have found that

FDA Vaccine Chief to Step Down After Industry Disputes

Felipe Cardona March 8, 2026

A senior U.S. regulator responsible for overseeing vaccines and advanced biological therapies will leave his position at the federal health agency after a series of

Trump Warns Iran of Expanded Military Strikes

Felipe Cardona March 7, 2026

The military confrontation involving the United States, Israel, and Iran has escalated into a broader regional crisis, with leaders warning the conflict could intensify further

Tariff Refund System Planned After Court Ruling

Felipe Cardona March 6, 2026

The United States government is preparing to launch a streamlined system designed to return billions of dollars in import tariffs to companies that paid them.

Trump Nominates Markwayne Mullin to Lead Department of Homeland Security

Sarah Olivella March 6, 2026

President Donald Trump has nominated Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin to serve as the next Secretary of Homeland Security, selecting a close political ally to lead

Prediction Market Boom Fuels Rivalry Between Kalshi and Polymarket Founders

Sarah Olivella March 6, 2026

The rapid rise of online prediction markets has created a lucrative and controversial new segment within financial technology. At the center of the boom are

Sri Lanka Takes Custody of Iranian Vessel After Naval Escalation

Felipe Cardona March 6, 2026

Sri Lanka has taken control of an Iranian naval vessel after transferring more than 200 sailors to shore for medical checks and administrative procedures. The

Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Brings Wild Comedy and Fresh Energy to the Studio

SMGN Publishing March 6, 2026

Pixar’s latest animated feature Hoppers arrives at a time when the studio has been navigating a changing creative landscape. Once known for a steady stream of critically

Justice Department Releases Additional Epstein Case Files Referencing Allegations Against Trump

SMGN Publishing March 6, 2026

The U.S. Justice Department has published additional documents connected to the federal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, adding new material to a growing public database of