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Congress prepares for debate next week on the Save America Act, backed by President Trump, requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration and new limits on mail-in ballots as of March 14, 2026. The bill aims to enhance election integrity amid partisan divides. House Speaker Michael Johnson called it 'essential for trust,' while Democrats label it 'suppression.' Passage could reshape voting access ahead of midterms.

South Florida Bulls progressed in the American Athletic Tournament semifinals by defeating TBD on March 14 in Birmingham, Ala., broadcast on ESPN2 at 3 p.m. This upset victory boosts USF's NCAA Tournament resume with a key conference win. The semifinals showcase rising mid-major contenders. USF now eyes the championship for an automatic bid.

The WNBA and its players' union made significant progress in labor negotiations, scheduling the next session for Friday after productive discussions on key issues. Players are pushing for improved salaries, health benefits, and pension plans amid the league's rapid growth. Union president Nneka Ogwumike stated, 'We're closer than ever to a fair deal that reflects our value.' The outcome could impact the 2026 season structure and free agency rules, with both sides expressing optimism for an agreement soon.

Charles Schwab stock rose 1.8% on March 13, 2026, amid gains in financial services, health care, and consumer goods sectors during a choppy session. About 61% of S&P 500 stocks advanced, with Schwab benefiting from defensive positioning. This resilience contrasts tech declines, pointing to rotation into value areas. Sector performance may persist if volatility continues.

The Saint Louis Billikens defeated George Washington 78-65 in the Atlantic 10 Tournament quarterfinals on Friday in Pittsburgh, led by Gibson Jimerson's 22 points and six assists. The heavily favored Billikens pulled away in the second half with a 15-2 run, securing a semifinal matchup against the Dayton-VCU winner on Saturday. This victory positions Saint Louis for a potential deep NCAA Tournament run as a projected at-large bid. Next, they face a tough semifinal challenge amid March Madness preparations.

AI integration has led to thousands of layoffs at studios like Warner Bros. and Paramount, fueling pre-Oscars dread over job losses and creative control as of March 14, 2026. Over 5,000 positions cut industry-wide since January, with tools automating editing and VFX. Experts warn of ethical dilemmas in nominated films using AI, potentially sparking awards debates. Unions plan strikes post-ceremony to address tech displacement.

The United States beat Canada 5-3 on Friday night in Houston to advance to the World Baseball Classic semifinals, with Aaron Judge doubling and Pete Crow-Armstrong and Brice Turang each recording two hits. The Americans rebounded after an earlier 8-6 loss to Italy in pool play that had left them needing assistance to reach this stage, marking their third consecutive appearance in the WBC semifinals and fourth overall. The U.S. will face the Dominican Republic in a semifinal matchup on Sunday in Miami, with Paul Skenes scheduled to start against Luis Severino. This victory continues the U.S. team's strong international performance, following the American hockey team's 2-1 overtime gold medal win against Canada at the Milan Olympics last month.

The United States men's para ice hockey team beat Czech Republic 6-1 in the semifinals on March 13, 2026, in Milan, advancing to Sunday's gold medal final against Canada after sweeping Olympic hockey golds last month. Forward Kevin McKee scored twice, as the US seeks the first-ever clean sweep of Olympic and Paralympic tournaments. Canada, Paralympic runners-up in recent years, advanced past China 4-2; captain Tyler McGregor eyes redemption. US coach David Hoff urged focus: 'Put the blinders on.'

Perplexity revealed plans on March 13, 2026, to evolve AI beyond question-answering by developing secure agents that run on personal hardware and act autonomously for users. The strategy emphasizes on-device processing to enhance privacy and speed. This positions Perplexity in the growing $20 billion edge AI market, challenging cloud-dominant rivals. Future updates are slated for Q2 2026 rollout.

The WNBA and its players' union held 15 hours of advanced negotiations starting Thursday at 11 a.m. ET, making progress on core and peripheral issues without public updates from WNBPA Exec Dir Terri Jackson or Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. Talks, totaling nearly 40 hours this week, continued into pre-dawn Friday with increased urgency after the league's March 10 deadline passed, threatening the regular season start. Sources indicate Friday's session mirrors the momentum, as the league builds toward a pivotal moment. Players stand to secure a brighter future if a deal seals soon.

The American Council on Science and Health lists 16 landmark public health achievements, including George Washington's 1777 order for Continental Army smallpox inoculations that saved forces from a disease killing 10 soldiers per battle death. Polio cases sharply declined after Jonas Salk's 1955 vaccine was deemed safe, with Albert Sabin's 1960s oral version enabling community-wide protection. CDC identified initial AIDS clusters in 1981 among young men; by 1996, NIH-supported combination antiretroviral therapy turned HIV into a manageable condition, bolstered by US companies like Gilead and PEPFAR in 2003. These advances revolutionized medicine from antibiotics to organ transplants and birth control.