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Saturday, March 14, 2026

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Amazon is rolling out deep weekend discounts on spring-cleaning gear, home essentials, tech and beauty favorites. A cordless car vacuum is down to $40 (from $134), a five-outlet multi-plug wall adapter is down to just $10, and a top-selling portable tire inflator is now 76% off. These deals may not last long, so grab them this weekend while you can.

These are the top-selling products FOX readers can’t stop buying — now marked down for the weekend.

Original price: $359.99

Cold temperatures can lower tire pressure fast. This portable air inflator fills car, bike and motorcycle tires in minutes and features a digital display with automatic shutoff to prevent overinflating. Now 76% off, it’s one of the lowest prices we’ve seen for this product, according to price-tracking data. This price has fluctuated in the past, so shoppers may want to act before it climbs again.

Original price: $39.99

Amazon’s No. 1 best-selling tire inflator is compact enough for a backpack yet powerful enough for car tires, making it a smart pick for road trips and emergencies. Preset pressure settings and a digital display make filling simple, while one-button operation keeps it easy. A built-in flashlight with SOS mode and USB-C charging add extra peace of mind.

Original price: $133.99

Crumbs and dirt always seem to settle in the hardest-to-reach spots in your car. This cordless vacuum tackles tight spaces with seven attachments, strong suction and up to 45 minutes of runtime. At 70% off (down to just $40), it’s a standout deal.

Original price: $24.47

Stay prepared for scrapes and minor injuries with this 160-piece first aid kit, now $18. It’s stocked with wound care supplies, topical treatments and pain relievers in a compact, organized case. Keep one in your car, travel bag or at home as outdoor season gets underway.

Get ready for spring with deals on outdoor tools, cleaning gear and home refresh essentials.

Original price: $266.69

This cordless pressure washer makes quick work of cleaning cars and outdoor furniture, and it’s over $185 off. The 6-in-1 nozzle adjusts from light rinse to strong spray, and the rechargeable battery powers through typical jobs. A 24-foot hose, case and microfiber mitt round out the set.

Original price: $29.99

This meat thermometer delivers accurate readings in seconds with a bright LED display. The waterproof design rinses clean, and motion-activated controls make it simple to use for grilling, roasting or everyday cooking. And right now, it's down to just $18.

Original price: $349.99

After a long winter indoors, this Shark cordless stick vacuum makes it easy to refresh carpets, upholstery and stairs — and it’s now $150 off. The lightweight design moves easily from room to room, a self-cleaning brushroll tackles pet hair and a HEPA filter traps dust. It also converts to a handheld for quick cleanups and tight corners.

Original price: $899.99

This robot vacuum and mop does more than clean — it empties itself and even washes and dries its own mop pads. With powerful suction for pet hair, smart mapping and app controls for scheduling and setting no-go zones, it’s a low-maintenance upgrade that cuts down on daily chores.

Refresh your bedroom and bathroom for spring with easy upgrades, from new pillows to fresh towels.

Original price: $79.99

You don’t need a new mattress to upgrade your sleep setup. Start with this two-pack of Beckham Hotel Collection pillows. Each one features a plush yet supportive fill that delivers a hotel-like feel and holds its shape, offering balanced comfort for back, side and stomach sleepers.

Original price: $79.99

Clear winter dust, pet dander and debris from mattresses, upholstery and rugs with this compact and affordable vacuum. Its powerful suction and ultrasonic vibration lift embedded particles for a quick refresh — no big-ticket replacements needed.

Original price: $57.40

Swap worn towels for this soft, absorbent cotton set from American Soft Linen. The six-piece collection includes two full-size bath towels, two hand towels and two washcloths for a plush, hotel-inspired refresh at home.

Original price: $19.99

Give your bedroom a seasonal reset with this soft, breathable microfiber sheet set. It includes a fitted sheet, a flat sheet and two pillowcases, and comes in a range of neutral tones and bold colors to instantly brighten your space.

Save on everyday tech essentials and smart upgrades that keep you connected, powered up and organized.

Original price: $12.96

Turn one outlet into a full charging station with this surge-protecting wall extender, complete with multiple AC plugs and USB ports. It keeps phones, laptops and everyday devices powered up without the cord clutter. This may be the best $10 you'll spend this weekend.

Original price: $99

Keep track of your keys, luggage, wallet or even your pet with Apple AirTags. Attach one and use Apple’s Find My network to locate lost items from your iPhone with a quick ping or map view. This discounted four-pack delivers better value than buying a single AirTag for $29.

Original price: $349.99

Beats Studio Pro headphones have dropped back to Black Friday pricing. With rich audio and active noise cancellation, up to 40 hours of battery life and seamless Apple and Android compatibility, this is a rare chance to score a premium pair for less.

Original price: $69.98

This Wi-Fi digital frame lets you send and display photos straight from your phone, turning quick snaps into an instant slideshow. It auto-rotates for portrait or landscape viewing and adds life to your space, no printer required.

Upgrade your kitchen with deals on everyday cookware, small appliances and countertop favorites.

Original price: $134.99

Over $100 off this weekend, this slim vacuum sealer is an easy kitchen upgrade. It uses one-touch operation to seal moist and dry foods, plus jars and bottles, and its compact design helps extend the life of frozen foods.

Original price: $460

This 6.5-quart Le Creuset Signature Dutch Oven is an heirloom-quality staple for tender braises, juicy roasts and even homemade sourdough bread. The sea salt shade is $170 off right now — a rare discount on a kitchen classic.

Original price $249.99

Make dessert a hands-on family activity with the Chefman ice cream maker, now $100 off. Whip up homemade ice cream, sorbet and other frozen treats in minutes. Its generous capacity makes it a smart pick for spring and summer entertaining.

Original price: $139.99

This Chefman digital air fryer handles both quick snacks and full dinners with ease. With 17 preset cooking functions, it takes guesswork out of meals, while the drip tray helps simplify cleanup and the wide glass window lets you monitor food as it crisps.

Save on everyday staples for men and women to wear now and into spring.

Original price: $139

A $110 discount makes this Anne Klein shift dress hard to ignore. The puff sleeves and soft yellow-and-blue floral print feel made for spring, and the linen blend keeps it lightweight and comfortable.

Original price: $48

These Chooka waterproof Chelsea booties combine classic style with practicality. The waterproof design keeps feet dry during rainy spring days, and the slip-on silhouette and elastic side panels make them convenient for daily wear.

Original price: $25

Lightweight and on sale now, these Hanes joggers are perfect for chilly spring mornings, weekend errands and laid-back days outside. The soft cotton-blend fabric and adjustable drawstring waist keep you comfortable, while side pockets add practicality.

Original price: $54.98

Wind-resistant fabric and a relaxed fit make this bomber jacket a go-to layer for transitional weather. It features four pockets – including a zippered sleeve pocket for quick access to essentials. It’s now at its lowest price in the past 30 days.

Stock up on beauty and oral care must-haves at limited-time prices.

Original price: $13.98

Keep your nails trimmed and tidy with this stainless-steel grooming kit that's down to just $10. The set includes clippers, scissors, tweezers and other essentials in a compact travel case. Use it at home or pack it for easy upkeep on the go.

Original price: $31

Medicube’s Zero Pore Pads are pre-soaked toner pads formulated with exfoliating acids to sweep away dead skin and excess oil. The dual-textured pads tone and lightly exfoliate in one step after cleansing.

Original price: $9.99

This lightweight rosemary-infused hair oil can help nourish your scalp and add shine without weighing your hair down. Use it as a scalp treatment or smoothing finish after air drying or heat styling.

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Original price $12.99

Help strengthen brittle nails and soften cuticles with Onyx Hard as Hoof nail cream. Massage it into your nail beds daily to help achieve smoother, healthier-looking nails.

If you’re an Amazon Prime member, you can get these items to your door ASAP. You can join or start a 30-day free trial to start your shopping today.

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Friday, March 13, 2026

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An FBI advisory referencing an unverified tip about a potential Iranian drone concept off the California coast circulated to multiple California law enforcement agencies — only to be forcefully downplayed by the White House hours later.

The advisory, distributed through federal security channels, referenced intelligence suggesting Iran had "aspired" to launch unmanned aerial systems from a vessel offshore. The email did not identify specific targets, dates or operational details.

The advisory was shared with California state officials and forwarded to local law enforcement agencies, according to reporting by the San Francisco Chronicle, including police departments in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and Berkeley. Local officials emphasized there was no indication of a specific or imminent threat but confirmed they were coordinating with federal partners.

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FBI spokesperson Ben Williamson posted the alert to X Thursday, which he said went to joint terrorism task force partners.

"We recently acquired unverified information that as of early February 2026, Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) from an unidentified vessel off the coast of the United States, specifically against unspecified targets in California, in the event of U.S. strikes on Iran," the alert said, according to Williamson. "We have no additional information."

After reports about the advisory surfaced publicly, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt sharply criticized the coverage.

"This post and story should be immediately retracted by ABC News for providing false information to intentionally alarm the American people," Leavitt wrote.

She said the reporting was based on "one email that was sent to local law enforcement in California about a single, unverified tip," adding: "No such threat from Iran to our homeland exists, and it never did."

California Gov. Gavin Newsom similarly said there was no verified threat to the state and that officials remained in communication with federal authorities as a precaution.

Former Department of Homeland Security official Tom Warrick said the wording of the advisory suggests the intelligence likely reflected aspirational discussion rather than operational planning.

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"When you see the word ‘unverified,’ that generally means this is aspirational," Warrick said.

He emphasized that advisories of this kind are not routine occurrences, but during periods of heightened tensions — particularly involving Iran — federal authorities may err on the side of caution.

"It’s not a regular occurrence," Warrick said. "But given the war with Iran, and given Iran’s known tendencies, it’s only prudent for the FBI to put out a notice to local law enforcement to be aware that this is what we know — but this is all we know."

Warrick said such reporting often stems from intercepted communications in which foreign actors discuss potential attack concepts without evidence of capability or follow-through.

"Somehow the United States picked up information of Iranians talking to each other — who probably have some affiliation to the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, Quds Force — talking about, ‘Wouldn’t it be nice to launch a drone attack on California?’" Warrick said, describing what he believes likely triggered the alert. "That’s where we are."

He stressed that distributing such intelligence allows local authorities to connect suspicious activity — such as unusual drone purchases or maritime behavior — with broader federal reporting.

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At the same time, Warrick drew a distinction between large-scale military drone strikes and smaller improvised threats.

"We’re not talking about launching Shaheds at California. That’s not feasible," he said.

"Using small-scale hobby drones to carry out a terrorist attack has always been a concern of homeland security," he added. "That threat already exists."

Current federal law limits the authority to actively disable or intercept drones to specific federal agencies, including the Department of Defense and Department of Homeland Security. State and local law enforcement agencies generally lack independent authority to jam or seize unmanned aerial systems without federal coordination.

Some state and local officials have in recent years pushed Congress to expand counter-drone authority beyond federal agencies, arguing that the proliferation of small drones has outpaced existing legal frameworks.

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While Warrick framed the advisory as precautionary, Iran specialists say the broader concept referenced in the alert is not entirely imaginary — though executing such an operation would be complex.

Michael Eisenstadt, a senior fellow at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, said Iran has experimented with sea-based launch concepts in the past, including containerized missile systems deployed from modified merchant vessels.

"The idea is something they’ve clearly thought about," Eisenstadt said. "They’ve demonstrated elements of this concept before."

However, he cautioned that projecting such capability across the globe and positioning assets close enough to the U.S. coastline to make an operational difference would be difficult.

"To get it across the globe and close enough off the coast of California to make a difference — I’m pretty sure we track pretty closely ships coming out of Iran," he said, adding that such an operation would likely be "a little too complicated for them to do at this point."

Eisenstadt agreed that describing the advisory as aspirational was likely accurate.

"I think that’s probably correct," he said.

He also questioned whether a direct drone strike on U.S. territory would align with Iran’s historical escalation patterns.

"If they were to retaliate on the homeland, it would more likely involve inspired or commissioned attacks," he said, rather than a complex maritime drone launch.

Drone-related activity has drawn scrutiny along the West Coast in recent years, though analysts caution against drawing a direct connection between prior incidents and the unverified tip referenced in the advisory.

In 2019, multiple U.S. Navy destroyers operating near the Channel Islands of the coast of California reported encounters with groups of unidentified unmanned aerial systems during training operations.

Navy documents later released through the Freedom of Information Act showed that some incidents were assessed as potential surveillance activity, while others were attributed to commercial or hobbyist operators. In several cases, the operator was never definitively identified.

More recently, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, confirmed multiple instances of unmanned aerial systems entering restricted airspace in late 2024, though officials said those incursions did not impact operations and were not assessed to pose an immediate threat.

Security analysts say the proliferation of inexpensive drone technology has complicated airspace monitoring near both civilian and military facilities, a broader backdrop against which even low-confidence intelligence may prompt precautionary alerts.

The FBI and Coast Guard could not immediately be reached for additional comment.

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A criminal illegal immigrant accused of sexually assaulting a teenage girl in New Jersey could soon be released under the state’s sanctuary policies, prompting federal immigration officials to issue a warning to local leaders.

Gerardo Garcia Gonzalez, a criminal illegal immigrant from Mexico, was arrested by the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office on charges of sexual assault of a victim between 13 and 15 years old, criminal sexual contact and sexual assault by force or coercion.

After illegally entering the U.S. in 2001, Gonzalez was returned to Mexico and later re-entered the country at an unknown time, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

"This pedophile should NEVER have been in our country and able to prey on children in the first place," Deputy Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis said in a statement. "We are calling on New Jersey sanctuary politicians to NOT release this predator charged with sexually assaulting a child from jail into New Jersey neighborhoods."

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Bis continued, "This is the exact reason we need sanctuary jurisdictions to work with us. No one should want this sicko to be on our streets."

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) requested that Gonzalez not be released under the state’s sanctuary policies.

DHS said the request follows proposals by New Jersey politicians for legislation and executive orders "designed to demonize our brave ICE law enforcement."

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Last month, two state Democratic assembly members introduced the F---ICE Act, formally known as the "Fight Unlawful Conduct and Keep Individuals and Communities Empowered Act."

The legislation would permit civil action for alleged violations of the U.S. Constitution related to immigration enforcement.

The bill was drafted after a Democratic Socialist councilman was confronted by a federal agent after arriving at the scene of a raid on the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, where an agent told him, "I don’t need a warrant, bro."

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"This is a disgusting bill just meant to demonize our officers who are experiencing a highly coordinated campaign of violence against our law enforcement," Bis previously told Fox News Digital.

Shortly after taking office in January, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill signed Executive Order 12, which restricts ICE activities on state property and creates a portal for residents to report immigration enforcement activity in their communities.

The Justice Department filed a lawsuit last month against New Jersey and Sherrill, accusing the state of expanding its sanctuary policies and obstructing federal immigration enforcement through the executive order.

DHS said the actions come as law enforcement officers face a 1,300% increase in assaults and an 8,000% increase in death threats.

Fox News Digital reached out to Sherrill’s office and the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office for comment.

Fox News Digital's Charles Creitz and Michael Dorgan contributed to this report.

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For the first time in two years, the city of Miami Beach is loosening its spring break restrictions as it aims to usher in a calmer crowd.

The Miami International Airport expects more than five million passengers during its 33-day spring break travel season. The periods between March 12–15 and March 19–22 are expected to generate the largest spring break crowds for Miami Beach this year.

"We are divorced with spring break," said Christopher Bess, public information officer with the Miami Beach Police Department. "The last two years, there were no fatalities, no shootings, no chaos."

Miami Beach launched its official "break up with spring break" campaign back in 2024. The city implemented a strict curfew, as well as several road and parking garage closures. This year, the city is lifting some of those restrictions as it aims to attract more families with a series of wellness-focused events.

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"Someone who was basically, in a coma for ten years wakes up, and he sees a different Miami Beach, that it's about health and wellness and not just this party scene where anything goes, because Miami Beach is not about anything goes," said Steven Meiner, Miami Beach Mayor. "It's a law and order city. We're going to have a great spring break."

Municipal garages in the Art Deco District are open to the public this year but will have an increased flat parking rate, ranging between $40 to $100. To assist businesses impacted by parking garage rate increases, the city will offer free 24-hour shuttles.

"[Last year] we had barricades along some major stretches in Washington Avenue and Collins, so we're removing a lot of those barricades to allow better access to the businesses, because that's one of the things we heard from businesses that, maybe it was a little tough to get to access," said Meiner.

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Dozens of Miami Beach business owners told FOX News the crowds have been nowhere near as big as they used to be, leading to less foot traffic during spring break. But for some restaurants like Poseidon Greek, which experienced the chaos of spring break's past firsthand, it is a welcome change.

"You see less people on the street, like less foot traffic, but it's a lot more business. So we get more customers. People can park, people can walk around safe," said Vasilis Pyliotis, owner of Poseidon Greek on Miami Beach.

He added, "there's less foot traffic, but it's more actual customers that want to go spend money at the restaurant, at the shops, it's not just groups of people walking around and drinking."

Beginning March 5, high-impact measures will be in place every Thursday through Sunday for the entirety of March. That means visitors will notice an increased police presence, limited access to Ocean Drive and DUI enforcement.

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"We'll have our real-time intelligence center fully operational with over a thousand cameras throughout the city," shared Bess. "We'll also have our license plate readers operational as well, which in real time can convey any concerning information on wanted persons, stolen vehicles and illegal guns."

While city restrictions are more relaxed for 2026, law enforcement remains committed to cracking down on crime.

"Those who come to our city and break the law, they will be arrested," said Bess.

The city of Miami Beach isn't the only Florida destination cracking down on spring breakers. Panama City Beach announced an 8 p.m. juvenile curfew. Fort Lauderdale is not allowing alcohol or amplified music on beaches, unless the alcohol is sold by an approved hotel vendor.

"It's a transition time," said Pyliotis. "It will take a couple more years to clean up completely. We are in transition, but I think it's going to be better."

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Thursday, March 12, 2026

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Team USA hockey player Matthew Tkachuk said it is hard to compare the achievements of winning the Winter Olympics versus the Stanley Cup on "Hang Out with Sean Hannity."

Tkachuk, who won the National Hockey League's ultimate prize in back-to-back seasons with the Florida Panthers, shared that the Stanley Cup is physically demanding and earning the title is an extraordinary accomplishment.

"Winning a Stanley Cup physically on your body is so tough, he said. "It's the hardest trophy to win in sports."

"When it's done, and you're lifting the cup and your body's just mangled, like you realize how hard it is to win it. And there's something special about having your engraved on that for history," he added.

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But the outpouring of support he received for representing the "greatest country in the world" at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina was equally meaningful.

"But with that being said… we had people tuning in that have never watched hockey, that were just fans of USA," Tkachuk added.

"I had somebody that came up to me the other day that said that the only reason they watched is because how like patriotic we were and how we were representing the country, and now they're big hockey fans and they couldn't name a handful of players."

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Tkachuk helped secure the United States’ historic win against Canada for the first time in 46 years at the 2026 Winter Olympics.

Tkachuk, 28, also announced he is expecting his first child with his wife Ellie after nearly one year of marriage.

After five years together, Matthew and Ellie married in July 2025. The couple is waiting to learn the baby’s gender until it is born, Tkachuk shared.

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"We aren't finding out," he revealed. "We're going old school approach, which I wasn't too fond of early, I will say."

The star hockey player shared his excitement for potentially having a son, who could carry on his hockey legacy, joking that he will get him on the ice as soon as possible.

"At some point would definitely love to have a boy," he said.

"I'm lacing him up… the second he can… at least stand up, I'm gonna carry him around the ice," he added.

"I think I'm more excited for youth hockey one day than my current hockey right now like honest to God," he told Fox News. "I can't wait for the road trips, I can't wait for the family to come, I can wait for tht the parents to be in the hotel lobby bar at night talking about the day."

Tkachuk’s full conversation with Hannity drops Thursday morning on the "Hang Out with Sean Hannity." podcast

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It was Mike Tyson who famously said, "Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth."

In terms of sheer firepower, the greatest military machine in human history has totally overwhelmed Iran and is decimating the country.

But the Iranians are finding ways to fight back, as American officials acknowledge, and those who envisioned a cakewalk are finding a rockier road.

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The Trump administration’s disclosure that 140 U.S. service members were wounded in the initial attack that killed Ayatollah Ali Khameini and other top leaders highlights the ability of even an overwhelmed enemy to inflict pain.

As President Donald Trump sends decidedly mixed messages about the duration of the war, the question hovers in the air: What amounts to winning?

There are some, including Republicans, who want Trump to declare victory and get out. He can boast that he disrupted the terror state’s latest attempt to develop a nuclear weapon.

Yesterday, in fact, the president told Axios that the war will end "soon" because there is "practically nothing left to target … Little this and that … Any time I want it to end, it will end."

Trump’s explanation: "We have done more damage than we thought possible."

Just days ago, the president said the military campaign against Tehran would take four to six weeks.

More important than the timing, Trump had insisted that Iran must undergo regime change. He proclaimed that he had to approve the country’s next leader. Well, with the Iranians anointing the ayatollah’s son, who Trump had specifically deemed unacceptable, that obviously didn’t happen.

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The almost seamless quality of the U.S. kidnapping of Venezuelan leader Nicholas Maduro and takeover of that country’s oil may have given the Trump team a sense of overconfidence when it comes to Iran, which has 90 million people.

There’s no mistaking the fact that Trump, allied with Israel, has made other dire threats against an Iranian regime that has bedeviled a succession of American presidents since the 1979 hostage crisis.

"If Iran does anything that stops the flow of Oil within the Strait of Hormuz," he posted, "they will be hit by the United States of America TWENTY TIMES HARDER than they have been hit thus far."

But that’s exactly what the Iranians are doing, with reports that they are booby-trapping the strait, a major chokepoint for world oil shipments, with land mines.

Among other things, according to officials and experts cited by the New York Times, militias backed by Iran have attacked hotels utilized by American troops.

There was a series of drones launched at an affluent hotel in the Iraqi city of Erbil.

An Iran expert at Johns Hopkins University told the paper that the Iranians learned from the initial U.S. attack last June that the Pentagon is lacking certain missiles and defensive weapons that can intercept drones.

Another Times story, assessing the first 12 days, concluded that Trump and his advisers "misjudged how Iran would respond to a conflict that Tehran sees as an existential threat."

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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, however, told reporters that "I can’t say that we anticipated necessarily that’s exactly how they would react, but we knew it was a possibility. I think it was a demonstration of the desperation of the regime."

Beyond weaponry, the war launched by Trump has had a more predictable financial impact, creating economic uncertainty around the world.

Americans have been hit with soaring gas prices and shrinking retirement plans. The market volatility and oil prices have bounced around, but this has clearly fueled feelings of anxiety.

What’s more, unemployment has ticked up and tens of thousands of jobs have been lost, which predates the war but also may be linked to the Supreme Court ruling rejecting Trump’s tariffs.

America has punched Iran in the mouth. But the theocratic dictatorship can declare a victory of sorts simply by surviving.

Trump, for his part, can boost his party’s uphill chances in the midterms by bringing this war to an early conclusion.

That would also end a different war, the acrimonious debate within his MAGA coalition between those who defend the assault on Iran and those who believe he betrayed his base by abandoning his America First pledge to stay out of foreign wars.

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Wednesday, March 11, 2026

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The dirtiest item you carry with you while you're traveling may not be what you think.

A controlled lab experiment commissioned by Japan Rail Pass provider JRPass found that one frequently handled travel essential contained significantly more bacteria than shoes, luggage or even cell phones do.

Researchers swabbed several common travel items, then incubated the samples to measure bacterial growth in colony-forming units (CFUs).

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The results showed that passports — far exceeding every other item tested — contained 436 CFUs.

Checked baggage ranked second in the study with 97 CFUs, followed by shoes at 65, hand-held luggage at 56, phones at 45 — and coats at 15, according to the test.

Primrose Freestone, Ph.D., an associate professor of clinical microbiology at the University of Leicester and a microbiology advisor for BBC Radio Leicester, said frequent handling can increase bacterial buildup.

The human hand already carries normal bacteria — but when people touch things in crowded places like airports, they also pick up microbes left behind by numerous other travelers, Freestone noted.

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"The greater the handling of a passport by different people’s hands, the more and greater the variety of bacteria, fungi and even viruses will be deposited onto the surface," she said about the JRPass findings, as reported by Travel + Leisure and other outlets.

Freestone said the findings should serve as a strong reminder for people to be mindful of hygiene while traveling.

Airports and public transportation hubs are high-contact environments.

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Travelers frequently touch shared surfaces such as check-in kiosks, security bins, handrails and luggage handles.

To reduce exposure, Freestone recommended that people wash their hands thoroughly whenever possible, or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer after handling travel documents and other shared surfaces.

"Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water, or using an alcohol-based gel, is one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce potential exposure," Freestone said.

She also advised wiping down high-touch personal items, including passports, phones and luggage handles, before and after trips.

"Clothing naturally collects microbes from our skin and the environments we move through. Immediately changing out of airport outfits and washing them after travel can help prevent those microbes [from] being transferred onto furniture, bedding and household surfaces."

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While bacteria are a normal part of everyday life, being aware of how easily they transfer from item to item during travel can help reduce unnecessary exposure, she also indicated.

JRPass also said on Instagram about its study, "Moral of the story? Wash your hands. Wipe your passport. Maybe stop eating fries immediately after check-in."

Other items called out by experts for attracting an undue amount of dirt and germs include the seatback pockets on airplanes, plus seat belts.

Freestone also recently commented on another common item that attracts far more dirt and germs than people think.

She said people should change their kitchen sponges on a daily basis.

"How often you clean your kitchen sponge depends on what you have been using the sponge for," the expert told The Daily Mail.

"If [it's] for something likely to be germ-ridden, such as dirty vegetables or raw meat or fish, then I dispose of these after a single use — as it is not easy to clean all microbes off a kitchen sponge."

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