Record Number of Student Loan Borrowers Are in Delinquency and Default
[Recently released data from the Education Department showed that by the end of last year, 7.7 million borrowers had defaulted on $181 billion in federal student loans.
Month: March 2026
Seeking to Rely Less on China, U.S. Pushes a Rare Earths Partnership on a Reluctant Brazil
Seeking to reduce its reliance on China, the United States is pushing for a critical minerals deal with Brazil. The South American country is less eager.
New Spider Mimics ‘The Last of Us’ Zombie Fungus Cordyceps
A newly discovered species of spider in the Ecuadorean Amazon mimics a pathogen, known as a zombie fungus, to protect itself.
How New Mexico Became an Obamacare Success Story
Affordable Care Act enrollment has dropped across the United States since the enhanced federal subsidies expired. But New Mexico has record numbers of people signing up.
A Painter Faces His Biggest Show, and the Truth About Success
As Hurvin Anderson prepares for a major retrospective of his work at Tate Britain, he’s unsure how to feel about his achievements.
Can Jonah Peretti Save BuzzFeed From Extinction?
[Facing financial straits, the founder is betting on a skunkworks for A.I. experiments.
Government rejects Afghan Taliban’s claim of Pakistan breaking truce
Ministry’s ‘fact check’ statement said no violations of the temporary pause had occurred along the western border A Pakistani soldier keeps vigil at the border fencing along with Afghanistan. PHOTO:AFP/FILE The Information Ministry on Friday rejected the Afghan Taliban’s allegation that Pakistan breached the temporary truce, describing it as “frivolous.” In a post on X, … Read more
Australian mosque protesters heckle PM Albanese over Israel stance
Albanese, Home Affairs minister booed in mosque visit, called genocide supporters Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits Lakemba Mosque for Eid al-Fitr in Sydney, Australia, March 20, 2026. REUTERS Protesters heckled and booed Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday during a visit to Australia’s largest mosque for Eidul Fitr prayers, voicing anger over his … Read more
Jerusalem’s Old City sustains some damage after being largely spared in years of fighting.
Jerusalem’s Old City sustains some damage after being largely spared in years of fighting.
Shaan Shahid addresses his role in upcoming film Bullah
He returns with Bullah, shares his career journey, influences, and denies arrogance rumors publicly Shaan Shahid is considered one of Pakistan’s top film stars. Since his debut in Bulandi, his career has steadily grown, making him one of the prominent figures in the industry. After staying away from the spotlight, he is set to return … Read more
