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1. How could the U.S. strikes in Iran affect the world's oil supply?

   Despite sanctions, Iran is one of the world's major oil producers, with much of its crude exported to China.

2. Why is the U.S. attacking Iran? Six things to know

   The U.S. and Israel launched military strikes in Iran, targeting Khamenei and the Iranian president. "Operation Epic Fury" will be "massive and ongoing," President Trump said Saturday morning.

3. Opinion: The Chicago Bears of Indiana

   A storied football team may be moving out of Illinois. Will fans of the Chicago Bears stick with them when they become the Hammond Bears?

4. Iran strikes were launched without approval from Congress, deeply dividing lawmakers

   Top lawmakers were notified about the operation shortly before it was launched, but the White House did not seek authorization from Congress to carry out the strikes.

5. Unlocking the secrets of an ancient plague

   The first historically recorded pandemic is believed to have struck the walled city of Jirash, in what is now modern-day Jordan, in the 7th century. A new study reveals details about those who died.

6. Panic, fury, and some hope, in Iran as U.S. launches strikes

   In Tehran, panicked residents rushed home to shelter and terrified children poured out of classrooms as U.S. air strikes hit the capitol.

7. North Carolina Democrats latest to chart future of the party in congressional primary

   In a safe Democratic seat in North Carolina, a match-up between a two-term Congresswoman and a progressive local official show how Democrats are charting the future of their party in the age of Trump.

8. Kyiv's elderly endure blackouts and bombardment, clinging to warmth and hope

   In Kyiv's darkened high-rises, as Russian strikes batter the Ukrainian capital, older residents endure freezing nights and power cuts, relying on volunteers, pets and faith to survive another winter.

9. Parents, are you sure your kid's car seat is installed right? Here's how to know

   In this visual guide, certified car seat experts walk through common installation mistakes and how to fix them. Learn what a secure car seat base and a tightly fastened tether look like and more.

10. U.S. and Israel strike Iran in operation 'Epic Fury.' Trump calls for regime overthrow

    Israel and the U.S. have launched strikes against Iran, with explosions reported in Tehran and air raid sirens sounding across Israel.