H5N1 bird flu spreads to sea otters and sea lions along San Mateo coast, wildlife experts say Researchers say the H5N1 bird flu outbreak in California elephant seals has spread to other marine m...

Researchers say the H5N1 bird flu outbreak in California elephant seals has spread to other marine m...

Trump and Iran strike defiant tone as oil markets see little relief WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump and Iran's new supreme leader both struck defiant tones on the 1...

WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump and Iran's new supreme leader both struck defiant tones on the 1...

Americans cutting back on all expenses to pay for healthcare People in the U.S.

People in the U.S.

Bath & Body Works says it will offer fewer discounts in 2026 Bath & Body Works customers may be in for a rude awakening the next time they head to the checkout counter.

Bath & Body Works customers may be in for a rude awakening the next time they head to the checkout counter.

Minnesota researchers work to tame one of world's deadliest viruses MINNEAPOLIS - University of Minnesota researchers have made key discoveries about one of the world's...

MINNEAPOLIS - University of Minnesota researchers have made key discoveries about one of the world's...

Democrats, groups sound alarm on Trump actions on elections WASHINGTON - Democrats and voter advocacy groups are increasingly warning that Trump administration ...

WASHINGTON - Democrats and voter advocacy groups are increasingly warning that Trump administration ...

‘Posh’ South MS hideaway is a treehouse amid the restaurants, shops and fun The grand opening weekend at The Pullman House in Ocean Springs gives the public a chance to see the new place tucked among the oak trees.

The grand opening weekend at The Pullman House in Ocean Springs gives the public a chance to see the new place tucked among the oak trees.

FBI opens permanent office in Ecuador as U.S. boosts security ties Ecuador formalized the opening of the first permanent FBI office in Quito, a step that strengthens cooperation with the United States.

Ecuador formalized the opening of the first permanent FBI office in Quito, a step that strengthens cooperation with the United States.

Takeaways from the Missouri Tigers’ SEC tournament showdown against Kentucky Mizzou’s stay at the SEC tourney was short as the Tigers fell to a familiar blue-clad foe.

Mizzou’s stay at the SEC tourney was short as the Tigers fell to a familiar blue-clad foe.

South MS habitual offender hit with two life sentences. Here’s why He ran from police with incriminating evidence in his pocket and later hid under a bed trying to evade arrest.

He ran from police with incriminating evidence in his pocket and later hid under a bed trying to evade arrest.

76-year-old restaurant chain closing another longtime location Another long-running American restaurant chain is shutting down a historic location, continuing a wave of closures hitting the industry.

Another long-running American restaurant chain is shutting down a historic location, continuing a wave of closures hitting the industry.

Who was the MS Coast’s best boys soccer player during the 25-26 season? Vote now Now is your chance to choose the Fans’ Choice Player of the Year.

Now is your chance to choose the Fans’ Choice Player of the Year.

Gavin Newsom: California is preparing for possible Iran attacks The governor said his Office of Emergency Services was “gaming out ‘break-the-glass’ scenarios.”

The governor said his Office of Emergency Services was “gaming out ‘break-the-glass’ scenarios.”

Countries review Cuban medical brigades amid U.S. pressure Several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean have begun to end or review medical cooperation agreements with the Cuban government.

Several countries in Latin America and the Caribbean have begun to end or review medical cooperation agreements with the Cuban government.

Horoscopes for March 12 FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION FOR RELEASE: THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026 THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jaimie

FROM ANDREWS MCMEEL SYNDICATION FOR RELEASE: THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026 THE LAST WORD IN ASTROLOGY BY EUGENIA LAST CELEBRITIES BORN ON THIS DAY: Jaimie

When March Madness and Selection Sunday meant 3 reporters and a scent of chlorine Longtime college sports executive Bill Hancock, who still makes his home in the KC area, recalls the early days.

Longtime college sports executive Bill Hancock, who still makes his home in the KC area, recalls the early days.

‘Uncle Trav is coming back.’ Taylor Swift fans celebrate Travis Kelce decision The Eras Tour singer will be an official NFL wife next season if, in fact, she and Kelce marry in June as rumored.

The Eras Tour singer will be an official NFL wife next season if, in fact, she and Kelce marry in June as rumored.

Texas man stashed a load of cocaine in his spare tire, officer says. He’s busted The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department puts the value of the cocaine at up to $250,000.

The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department puts the value of the cocaine at up to $250,000.

How much does Travis Kelce have left? That’s at least partially in his control The Chiefs superstar is returning for a 14th season in the NFL. Much to do before then, however.

The Chiefs superstar is returning for a 14th season in the NFL. Much to do before then, however.

Kim Jong Un, daughter Ju Ae test pistols at munitions factory North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a munitions factory that produces light arms, state-run media reported Thursday, where he test-fired newly developed pistols alongside his daughter Ju Ae.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspected a munitions factory that produces light arms, state-run media reported Thursday, where he test-fired newly developed pistols alongside his daughter Ju Ae.

Do you make a living wage on the MS Coast? See how much you need in 2026 How much is the cost of living for Gulfport-Biloxi in 2026? See the latest estimate from the MIT Living Wage Calculator.

How much is the cost of living for Gulfport-Biloxi in 2026? See the latest estimate from the MIT Living Wage Calculator.

Beloved restaurant opens third Coast location. Here’s what makes this one special The newest restaurant in the middle of the Mississippi Coast makes the most of location, the water views

The newest restaurant in the middle of the Mississippi Coast makes the most of location, the water views

Sound Off: March 12, 2026 What do you want to Sound Off about?

What do you want to Sound Off about?

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Kroger CEO pledges key changes to boost customer loyalty Kroger's new CEO has pledged several bold changes to keep customers from leaving stores amid economic uncertainty.

Kroger CEO pledges key changes to boost customer loyalty

Middle East tensions raise pressure on airline fares High volatility in oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East is increasing pressure on airline ticket prices as carriers face higher fuel costs.

High volatility in oil prices linked to tensions in the Middle East is increasing pressure on airline ticket prices as carriers face higher fuel costs.

AARP warns Americans on Medicare, Social Security long-term financial survival My years of experience reporting on Americans' personal finance concerns have led me to understand on a deep level the reality that Social Security and Medicare face serious financial difficulties - and action needs to be taken to ensure both programs' longevity.

My years of experience reporting on Americans' personal finance concerns have led me to understand on a deep level the reality that Social Security and Medicare face serious financial difficulties - and action needs to be taken to ensure both programs' longevity.

Gargantuan hail, destructive tornadoes: Climate change making Illinois storms more severe CHICAGO - For a fleeting moment, as his hand cradled a hailstone just shy of 5 inches, Victor Gensin...

CHICAGO - For a fleeting moment, as his hand cradled a hailstone just shy of 5 inches, Victor Gensin...

Opinion: ‘Taming' the military in the name of civilian control Defense minister emphasized political neutrality and civilian control of the military But recent developments have raised concerns reshape the forces.

Defense minister emphasized political neutrality and civilian control of the military But recent developments have raised concerns reshape the forces.

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