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Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is reportedly in good health, with officials dismissing rumors of severe injuries following recent strikes. While acknowledging minor wounds, they insist he remains active in state affairs. Meanwhile, the US awaits Iran's response to a proposal aimed at ending the West Asia conflict, with officials expressing hope for a serious offer.

Tomatoes are a rewarding garden choice, but require careful attention to timing, sunlight, and soil. Planting deeper than usual and ensuring consistent watering are key. Indeterminate varieties need support and pruning, while companion planting with basil offers surprising benefits. Picking tomatoes slightly before full ripeness can protect them from pests.

Influencer Kiara Brokenbrough, known for her viral $500 wedding, tragically passed away on March 30 while giving birth to her first child. Her baby, Jonah, is now in the NICU. Her husband, Joel Brokenbrough, expressed his profound grief and unwavering faith following the unexpected loss.

Get ready, folks! The Powerball jackpot is now a whopping $130 million for the April 27 drawing because nobody hit it big last Saturday. Everyone across the US is hoping to snag that life-changing cash. Lucky winners can pick between a 30-year payout or a fat lump sum.

Jacob Rodriguez’s NFL Draft moment wasn’t just about football, as cameras caught him celebrating with his wife Emma, an active-duty US Army Black Hawk pilot. While he begins his career with the Miami Dolphins, their story stands out for a different reason—two demanding paths running side by side, shaped by distance, discipline, and shared ambition.

A shooting attempt at the White House Correspondents' Dinner led to the immediate evacuation of President Trump and other officials. This incident adds to a long list of threats and security scares faced by Trump, including armed intruders, assassination plots, and poison mail, making him a frequent target.

As the United States Navy is tasked to blockade Iranian ports, it is likely to look towards the work horse of its surface fleet, the Arleigh Burke-Class destroyers. These ships have been in US naval service since they entered service in 1991. The ships if this class were at the forefront of offensive operations against Iraq and Syria. The ships were also in the thick of the action during the missile and drone offensive against international shipping and against Israel.

Josiah Trotter’s pre-draft workout with the Dallas Cowboys highlights growing interest in a linebacker who has quickly built a strong resume despite early setbacks. With deep family ties to the Eagles and a skill set suited to Dallas’ evolving defense, Trotter represents both a practical solution and a compelling storyline. As the Cowboys reassess a thin linebacker unit, his name is firmly in the mix.

Jordon Hudson, the 24 year old girlfriend of University of North Carolina football coach Bill Belichick, celebrated a cheerleading victory at the Cheer For Charity Grand National Championships in Virginia Beach. Hudson shared a playful Instagram post calling herself a “golddigger,” joking about critics. Fans praised her humor while UNC officials also defended the program during recent controversy discussions.

Indian refiners will hope they can purchase Iranian oil to ease pressure on domestic fuel prices, inflation and rupee. However, it may be easier said than done. With other US sanctions on Iran still intact, there will be issues relayed to payment mechanisms, insurance, shipping and logistics

Iran's escalating strikes have inflicted significant operational and reputational costs on the US and Israel, resulting in the loss of over two dozen aircraft and advanced military systems. Relatively low-cost Iranian tactics have successfully targeted expensive US assets, including THAAD radar and an F-35 fighter, raising concerns about modern warfare vulnerabilities.

Patrick Mahomes attended the Big 12 men’s basketball tournament at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, where fans noticed him walking comfortably during his recovery from knee surgery. The Chiefs quarterback tore the ACL and LCL in his left knee during the 2025 NFL season. His progress has raised hope that he could return for the start of the 2026 season.

A gunman opened fire at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia. Two people were critically injured. The shooter was later killed. An active shooter alert was issued, and the campus was temporarily locked down. The threat has ended, and an all clear notice has been given. Investigations are ongoing.

Big 12 Women's Basketball Tournament 2026: TCU leads as No. 1 seed, followed by west virginia, Baylor, and Oklahoma State. Tournament runs March 4-8 in Kansas City. Full bracket and schedule revealed.

Google is building a wind and solar-powered data centre near Minneapolis, featuring the world's largest battery storage system. This innovative system uses Form Energy's iron-air technology to provide up to 100 hours of power, ensuring reliability during extended outages and complementing renewable energy sources for a stable supply.

A judge in west virginia's capital blocked enforcement of the state's 150-year-old abortion ban on Monday, opening the door for abortions to be resumed in the state.

west virginia's Attorney General is suing Apple, alleging the tech giant prioritizes privacy over child safety by failing to prevent child sexual abuse material on iPhones and iCloud. The lawsuit claims Apple hasn't implemented detection systems like competitors. This legal action could force significant changes in Apple's data security and design practices.

Donald Trump has secured his third consecutive presidential election victory in west virginia, claiming all four of the state's electoral votes. This victory underscores the state's longstanding Republican leanings, with the party holding all elected partisan statewide positions.

2026 Big 12 Men's Basketball Tournament bracket revealed: Arizona leads as top seed as the first round is set to start on March 10, follwed by championship on March 14 in Kansas City. Complete matchups, seeds, and schedule revealed

The west virginia Senate approved a bill on February 21, 2025, allowing religious and philosophical vaccine exemptions for schools, marking a departure from one of the nation's strictest vaccination policies. The bill, supported by Republican Senator Laura Wakim Chapman, would permit families to file objections to vaccinations based on their beliefs. If passed by the House, the bill could bring west virginia in line with 45 other states offering similar exemptions.

A prominent Indian-American doctor is set to become commissioner of public health in west virginia.

President Joe Biden is nominating west virginia's former health commissioner Dr Rahul Gupta as the nation's top anti-drug official, tapping a doctor who served on the front lines of the nation's opioid epidemic.

Alderson Broaddus University, a small private university in west virginia, has filed for bankruptcy after announcing plans to cease operations. The university estimated its assets to be between $1 million and $10 million, with liabilities between $10 million and $50 million. The filing will allow the university to liquidate its assets. The decision to close came after the university's ability to award degrees was revoked, leaving students to find alternative colleges. west virginia Wesleyan has accepted more than 20 transfer students from Alderson Broaddus. The university's website has been taken down, and employees are encouraged to seek unemployment insurance benefits.

west virginia reinstated its school vaccination mandate after the state Supreme Court paused a lower-court ruling that had briefly permitted religious exemptions. The stay restored long-standing immunisation requirements and reignited debate over public health authority, religious rights and executive power. With appeals underway, the case now heads toward a pivotal legal showdown that could redefine exemption policy statewide.

A new independent reproductive health centre, the Women’s Health Center of Maryland, is set to open its doors in Cumberland in June. The center will provide abortions to patients from across central Appalachia, including west virginia which has recently banned almost all abortions.