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Alarm over Trump’s dismissal of entire science advisory board

Leaders dismayed as 22-member panel advising on National Science Foundation abruptly let go

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Apr 30 • 1:00 AM EDT • Science • researchprofessionalnews.com
Super Mario Galaxy 2 1.4.0 update out now, patch notes - includes new story in storybook

Patch notes now available for new version 1.4.0 update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch, including new story in the storybook.

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Apr 29 • 9:17 PM EDT • Technology • nintendoeverything.com
Linux cryptographic code flaw offers fast route to root

: Patches land for authencesn flaw enabling local privilege escalation

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Apr 29 • 8:01 PM EDT • Technology • theregister.com
Viewpoint: A career in science is possible, and worth it

Starting a career in science is exciting, but also demanding, with researchers often faced with intense competition, long working hours and high levels of stress. A pioneer in the field of mass spectrometry, Carol Robinson has been there. She speaks with Science|Business on the importance of creating a supportive environment, particularly for women.Robinson did not wake up one day thinking that she would become a scientist. It was only late in school that she developed an interest in chemistry. “The more you work at something, the more you think, actually, this is fascinating. So, I went much further and deeper than I ever needed to pass the exam. And then I loved it,” she says. “I thought, I’m going to give it my all. I’m going to enjoy it while I’m here. But I didn’t think this would be my career for 50 odd years.”She left school at 16 to become a lab technician with the drug company Pfizer, which is where she first worked with mass spectrometry. Fascinated, she was encouraged to take a part-time degree and then a PhD. She went on to do pioneering work in native mass spectrometry, a technique that is used to study protein structures in their natural state, paving the way for breakthroughs in drug discovery. She also broke new ground by becoming the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Cambridge, and then the first female professor of chemistry at the University of Oxford, her current home.She now wants to show young researchers that a career in science is worth it. “Sometimes, I believe the culture isn’t very encouraging, and that’s something I have worked on,” Robinson says.In 2021, she launched the Kavli Institute for Nanoscience Discovery at Oxford, whose acronym gives a sense of what she hopes it will achieve. “Maybe it is corny,” she says. “It’s just a reminder that I would like it if we could all be kind to each other and supportive, especially for early-career researchers of either gender, because there’s quite a big attrition rate in science, and maybe it just doesn’t feel like a very friendly place to work.”And yet, a career in science comes with a lot of flexibility. “There are few careers where you have that amount of freedom, to go to conferences, to the library. Just because you didn’t see me didn’t mean I wasn’t working,” she says. “And I’m excited to come in every day. So, I don’t want people to think it’s a terrible place.”Gender equality is also important when it comes to the quality of science as a career. “The more women we have, the better it becomes,” Robinson adds.Imposter syndromeAccording to EU data, women outnumber men in university education but account for just about a third of graduates in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Stem). And while the number of women working as scientists and engineers in the 27-member bloc is on the rise, their representation remains below that of men, at 41%. This discrepancy is even more pronounced in top-tier functions across these fields, where women fill just 20% of positions.Having supervised many young scientists, Robinson sees that women continue to have a greater propensity than men to doubt their abilities, a feeling she once shared. “When I was doing my PhD at the University at Cambridge, I really felt like an imposter,” she says. “I don’t think I ever felt I deserved to be there or owned it and was proud. I just thought I was lucky.” Later on, she adds, “I was always that person who said, I can’t apply yet because my CV is not strong enough.”She has now made it her job to encourage women to break with this imposter syndrome. For example, rather than calling for volunteers to give a lecture in the groups that she mentors or teaches, which nearly always results in men stepping forward, she goes straight to the women, “because I know they won’t push themselves forward.”But the gender gap in science is not just down to imposter syndrome. The “obvious” reason, Robinson says, and the reason that is on everybody’s mind when discussing workplace gender equality, is the balance between work and raising a family. Her own path was to choose between the two, taking an eight-year break after completing a postdoctoral training fellowship to bring up three children. And she continues to advise women not to work part-time while they raise a family. “You’ll just get half the pay and continue to work full-time because you are not able to fit everything in,” she says. “You should be able to have a family and come back to have the career that you want.”The solution is for men to also take career breaks. “That kind of evens it up, so that it’s not such a big thing for women,” Robinson says. “I always encourage men in my groups to do that. I think it’s important to take your share of the duties.”Support produces resultsAccording to the Women in Stem Network, a UK advocacy group, countries with strong childcare systems and equal pay policies retain more women in technical careers. In Europe, these are primarily found in the Nordic region and parts of central Europe.At the EU level, the European Commission asks all Horizon Europe applicant organisations to have a gender action plan in place. Since this criterion was introduced in 2021, the share of women leading consortia has increased to 31%, against 23% in Horizon 2020. Their overall participation, however, has risen just 1%, to 38%. After trying to weaken the requirement for gender action plans in 2025, the Commission now intends to adopt a plan for supporting women in research and innovation.Related articlesCommission scraps plan to water down gender requirements in HorizonHow gender balance can swing who wins Horizon Europe fundingRobinson herself has benefited from three Advanced Grants from the European Research Council. “I was extremely honoured and privileged to get those, because they really allowed me to fuel my passion,” she says. “Without that, it would have been a much harder slog.”Beyond applying gender rules, she says that more work is needed on translational enterprise, where women are, once again, largely underrepresented. The European Patent Office found that only 13.8% of applications were filed by women in 2022. “We have so many more women doing amazing science; why do they feel it’s not a thing to have a company?” she asks.She founded her own spin-out company, OMass Technologies, in 2016, and remains chair of its scientific advisory board now that it trades as OMass Therapeutics. As for research, Robinson is now studying how changes in the brain may be linked to depression, using port-mortem tissue. “We’re hoping to publish soon,” she says. “We had to consult with a lot of people who knew a lot more about the brain than we did. So, we’ve learnt a lot, and that’s always a lot of fun to learn a new thing. That’s what keeps you going.”

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Apr 29 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencebusiness.net
Undermanned Wolves try to eliminate balanced Nuggets in Game 6

Undermanned Wolves try to eliminate balanced Nuggets in Game 6

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Apr 29 • 7:48 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
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Downtown eatery owners purchase Santa Fe landmark El Farol

Closed since last fall, the Canyon Road restaurant has been purchased by Palacio Cafe owners Damien Muñoz and Maria Vigil.

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Apr 29 • 7:45 PM EDT • Business • santafenewmexican.com
Sony clarifies recent PlayStation DRM update

PlayStation fans and gaming preservations have been alarmed since late last week that a new 30-day timer attached attached to newly-purchased digital games for PlayStation 4 and 5 might render those games unplayable if the system they’re on is offline for longer than a month. But a rep from Sony told Game File today that new system will require only a single online check before it functions as a perpetual license for the digitally purchased game. That is consistent with a newer theory that emerged by gamers testing the 30-day timer over the last two days. “Players can continue to access and play their purchased games as usual,” a rep for PlayStation told me over email. “A one-time online check is required after purchase to confirm the game’s license, after which no further check-ins are needed.” The rep’s explanation squares with the current understanding among players about what’s happening. A multi-day mystery A post last Friday by YouTuber Lance MacDonald spread awareness over the 30-day timer. Quickly, players began stress-testing the system, removing a battery within their PlayStations and checking what would happen if their systems were offline past the timer window. They noticed that setting a PS4 or PS5 to be the “primary” console—a common Sony-authorized method to retain rights to a digital game—wasn’t overriding the 30-day limit. On Tuesday came the breakthrough: A gamer called Andshrew on the Resetera forums posted the results of some tasting. They found that digital games purchased on PS4/PS5 after some time in mid-April would get a 30-day timer that could then be removed and replaced with a perpetual license that would allow the game to be played offline. The transition to the perpetual license occurred some number of days after the digital game was purchased and the system was connected to the internet. They believed that a PlayStation’s online check-in would trigger the license change no sooner than 15 days after the user had purchased the game. This synced with the theory that Sony’s new system is related to the 14-day window that PlayStation users have to request a refund for digitally purchased games. The new timer/check-in system could be a way to defeat some exploit in that refund system, some users theorized. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe In a follow-up, I asked the Sony rep if the 15-day timeline is accurate or if the perpetual license can be activated sooner after purchase. If they share more, I’ll update this post. Sony has not said why they’ve introduced the timer and whether it is designed to stop people from exploiting the refund system. But their explanation suggests that this new DRM method should not result in long-term loss of access to digitally purchased games, just because a PlayStation is offline for a month or Sony’s servers are down. Xbox flashback For many some gamers, the initial reporting of the 30-day timer conjured memories of Microsoft’s disastrous May 2013 announcement of the Xbox One, which was going to require an internet-connected check-in once a day, lest your games become unplayable.1 After widespread backlash, Microsoft abandoned that plan, ahead of the Xbox One’s launch. 1 Fun fact: That 24-hour check-in detail was my scoop from an interview I had that day with then-Xbox exec Phil Harrison. I was EiC of Kotaku at the time and rushing from one Xbox One preview appointment on Microsoft’s campus to another. I phoned the news in to reporter Jason Schreier, who wrote it up for the site.

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Apr 29 • 7:24 PM EDT • Technology • gamefile.news
Politics in a Parallel Universe: Iraq’s Leadership Crisis and the Iran War

The Iraqi government and the leaders of the country’s ruling political factions have every reason for alarm. The US–Israeli war on Iran—and its profound consequences for Iraq’s security, political stability, and economy—has produced a national crisis. Yet in Baghdad, political debate is still fixated on who will occupy which positions, what authority and resources they will control, and how to […]

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Apr 29 • 4:42 PM EDT • Politics • arabcenterdc.org
Meta Deal Reversal Deepens Split Between China and Silicon Valley

Beijing’s insistence that Meta unwind its deal with a Chinese A.I. start-up escalates the geopolitical fight over advanced tech.

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Apr 29 • 4:00 PM EDT • Business • nytimes.com
Mohamed Salah: Liverpool forward expected to return before end of season after sustaining 'minor' muscle injury
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Apr 29 • 2:15 PM EDT • Sports • skysports.com
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Galaxy S27 redesign renders are popping up and fans are divided

The Galaxy S27 series is still far away, but leaks and rumors are rampant. Recently, it was reported that the company is considering a redesign for the back, and now concept renders are surfacing.

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Apr 29 • 1:51 PM EDT • Technology • notebookcheck.net
Alabama Republicans push for new congressional map after seismic Supreme Court ruling: ‘It’s time to act’

Republicans are calling on Gov. Kay Ivey to convene a special session to redraw the congressional maps.

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Apr 29 • 12:58 PM EDT • Politics • al.com
GalaxyBids Announces New Auction Platform That Blends Entertainment and Luxury

Part of GalaxyBids’s allure is meant to come from its ability to make online shopping a more active and, therefore, interesting process.

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Apr 29 • 12:30 PM EDT • Entertainment • usatoday.com
Beyond Content: How Sirak Studios Helps Businesses Build Systems for Scalable Growth

Instead of delivering isolated creative assets, the company focuses on aligning strategy and execution so that each initiative contributes to a broader business goal.

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Apr 29 • 12:23 PM EDT • Business • usatoday.com
Erica Malloy’s EM Psych on the Evolving Balance Between Scale and Human Connection in Mental Health Care

As digital tools and app-based services gain traction, care delivery may increasingly adopt structured, repeatable formats

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Apr 29 • 10:43 AM EDT • Health • usatoday.com
Supreme Court voids majority Black congressional district in Louisiana, boosting Republican chances

The Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Louisiana’s second majority Black congressional district in a decision that could open the door for Republican-led states to eliminate Black and Latino electoral districts that tend to favor Democrats and affect the balance of power in Congress.

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Apr 29 • 10:25 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Northwood University Celebrates 2026 Class of Outstanding Business Leaders

Gala honors achievement, raises scholarship funds, and inspires students to pursue lives of meaning, leadership, and earned success Northwood University celebrated five honorees whose vision and leadership have transformed industries and communities on Saturday, April 18, during the 46th Outstanding Business Leader Awards Gala at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. The gala brought together honorees, alumni, students, donors, and university leaders for a signature event rooted in Northwood’s mission to develop free-enterprise leaders who drive global economic and social progress. This year’s honorees represented an array of industries, including entertainment, entrepreneurship, construction, manufacturing, motorsports, and automotive retail. “Outstanding Business Leader Awards is one of the most meaningful traditions at Northwood University,” said Dr. Kent MacDonald. “It gives our students the opportunity to learn directly from leaders who have built exceptional careers through vision, perseverance, personal responsibility, and service to others. What makes these honorees special is that their impact reaches far beyond business success. They create jobs, strengthen communities, open doors for others, and lead with purpose. They remind our students that free enterprise, when guided by character and integrity, can be a powerful force for good.” Since 1981, the Outstanding Business Leader Awards have recognized exceptional business leadership while supporting student opportunity through the Outstanding Business Leader Endowed Scholarship Fund. Prior to the gala, honorees met with Northwood students during a roundtable conversation designed to give students direct access to first-hand mentorship and career insight. The student-centered experience continued that evening, as each honoree was formally introduced by a Northwood student selected through a competitive process that drew more than 50 applicants this year. The experience reflects Northwood’s emphasis on learning through experience and providing students with meaningful opportunities to build confidence, connections, and professional momentum before graduation. The following honorees and presenters were featured at this year’s Outstanding Business Leader Awards Gala: Paul A. Glantz, chairman and CEO, EH Real Estate LLC; chairman emeritus, Emagine Entertainment Inc., was introduced by Kennedy Williams, a marketing communications and automotive aftermarket management student from Farmington Hills, Michigan. They are pictured with Gala Emcee Steve Madincea (far left) and Northwood University President Kent MacDonald. Jennifer Tenaglia Panning ’92, president, Artisan Tile Inc., was introduced by Karley Baker, a finance and marketing student from Washington Township who is enrolled in Northwood’s four-year bachelor/MBA track. Danny Sullivan, 1985 Indianapolis 500 champion, 1988 IndyCar World champion, and 1994 Rolex 24 at Daytona champion, was introduced by Max Hart, an automotive marketing and management student from Cheboygan, Michigan. Reagan Cordes, a sales management student from Davison, Michigan, is pictured introducing Linzie Venegas, chief operating officer of Ideal Group, who was unable to attend the gala. Larry Zinn, executive general manager of Warren Henry Auto Group and a 2008 Northwood alumnus, was honored to accept the Outstanding Business Leader Award on behalf of his father, Warren Henry Zinn ‘77, who was unable to attend Saturday’s gala. Larry Zinn was introduced by Bella Smylie, a data analytics student from Clare, Michigan. “This gala is about more than recognizing business excellence; it’s also about investing in students and reinforcing the relationships that make Northwood special,” said Advancement Vice President Murray Kyte. “We celebrate leaders whose lives reflect The Northwood Idea while raising scholarship funds to invest in students whose ambition, character, and entrepreneurial spirit reflect the values Northwood seeks to advance.” “During my time at Northwood, I’ve been fortunate to experience things I never could have imagined,” said Baker, who added she was honored to form a meaningful connection with her Outstanding Business Leader honoree. “…Northwood builds a network that stretches far beyond these walls, one shaped by shared values, a belief in free enterprise, and a conviction that business, done right, can change lives.” To learn more about this year’s honorees and gala sponsors, visit the Outstanding Business Leaders Awards webpage at www.northwood.edu/advancement/signature-events/outstanding-business-leader-awards/. Share this page

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Apr 29 • 10:16 AM EDT • Business • northwood.edu
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Trump Claims King ‘Agrees’ Iran Shouldn't Have Nuclear Weapon. Here's Buckingham Palace’s Response

"Charles agrees with me, even more than I do," said President Trump at the White House state dinner.

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Apr 29 • 7:50 AM EDT • Politics • time.com
Report: Arkansas worst in nation on healthcare for Hispanic residents

Arkansas ranks worst in the nation on health system performance for Hispanic residents, according to a new report that found existing racial and ethnic health disparities are likely to worsen in every state under recent federal policy changes.

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Apr 29 • 6:00 AM EDT • Health • arkansasadvocate.com
White House blames assassination attempt on anti-Trump rhetoric; Dems push back

The White House says a shooting at a press gala Trump attended is the 'predictable result' of Democratic rhetoric, prompting pushback from Democrats.

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Apr 29 • 5:23 AM EDT • Politics • usatoday.com
Scene Calendar: Harn exhibit on Florida, 'Million Dollar Quarter' at Hipp

Other local entertainment includes live music in the city of Alachua and at Heartwood Soundstage, and art at Santa Fe College and the GFAA.

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Apr 29 • 5:09 AM EDT • Entertainment • gainesville.com
What is the chance of Alisson leaving this summer?

The future of Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson has been the subject of several questions sent in via our club Ask Me Anything form. When Arne Slot was asked last week about the possibility of Alisson leaving this summer, the Liverpool head coach did not guarantee he would stay. If the Brazilian, who has been linked with Juventus, was to leave, then it would mean Liverpool losing another experienced campaigner, with Mohamed Salah and Andy Robertson already confirming their exits this summer.

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Apr 29 • 3:58 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Don’t upend Colorado’s ‘healthy balance’ on stream access

By Ashley House “The horizon is a perfect line between sky and water.” I heard this line of dialogue waft through my parents’ living room recently as they tuned into one of the newest Taylor Sheridan TV dramas, “The Madison.” As I lingered to admire the cinematographic qualities of the show (shot within the Madison River […]

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Apr 29 • 3:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Gasperini wants Dybala to stay

The future of Roma and Paulo Dybala will be decided in the coming days. Gasperini has asked Dan and Ryan Friedkin to meet to outline the path forward for next season. It will likely be a video call, w...

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Apr 29 • 2:50 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Damon Wayans reveals the scary symptom that led to his type 2 diabetes diagnosis

Damon Wayans details his type 2 diabetes journey, the symptoms that alarmed him and his new partnership to raise awareness for the diabetic eye disease DME.

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Apr 28 • 10:39 PM EDT • Health • foxnews.com
Motorola Signature design highlight: Striking the perfect balance between form and function

This phone may look quite familiar, but it also proves that boring can be beautiful when executed this well.

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Apr 28 • 9:45 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Professor says U.S. political violence used to be worse, and Oregon played a part

Political violence in the United States may feel uniquely alarming right now, but it is not unprecedented.

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Apr 28 • 9:16 PM EDT • Politics • katu.com
Time to Leave the College Nest. Now What?

Searching for a job right after graduation can be a perilous task. Here's what I learned from my journey that might help others.

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Apr 28 • 9:00 PM EDT • Business • hawaiibusiness.com
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A one-in-a-million supernova seen five times could reveal the Universe’s true speed

A spectacular cosmic event nicknamed “SN Winny” could help solve one of astronomy’s biggest mysteries: how fast the universe is expanding. This rare superluminous supernova, located 10 billion light-years away, appears five times in the sky thanks to gravitational lensing, creating a dazzling “cosmic fireworks” effect. By measuring the slight delays between each appearance—caused by light taking different paths around two foreground galaxies—scientists can directly calculate the universe’s expansion rate.

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Apr 28 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Scientists just found the Milky Way’s edge and it’s closer than expected

Scientists have uncovered the true boundary of the Milky Way’s star-forming region using stellar “age mapping.” They found a telltale U-shaped pattern showing that star formation drops sharply around 35,000–40,000 light-years from the center. Beyond that, stars are mostly migrants, slowly drifting outward rather than forming in place. The discovery gives a long-sought answer to where our galaxy’s stellar nursery really ends.

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Apr 28 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Australia becomes the 30th country to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem

The World Health Organization (WHO) has validated Australia for eliminating trachoma as a public health problem, marking a significant milestone in the health of indigenous peoples and in global efforts to combat neglected tropical diseases (NTDs). Trachoma, the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness, no longer represents a public health problem in the country.Australia is among a growing number of countries that have successfully eliminated trachoma, contributing to global progress towards the targets set out in the WHO road map for NTDs 2021–2030.Trachoma is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and spreads through close contact with infected individuals, contaminated surfaces, and flies that carry eye and nose discharge. Repeated infections can lead to scarring of the eyelids, turning eyelashes inward, and ultimately causing blindness if untreated.“WHO congratulates Australia on this important achievement,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. “This success reflects sustained commitment, strong partnerships, and a focus on reaching populations most affected by health inequities. It brings us closer to a world free from the suffering caused by trachoma.”Australia’s journey to eliminationAustralia’s achievement reflects decades of targeted public health action, particularly in remote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, where trachoma persisted despite its earlier disappearance from the rest of the country.National efforts intensified with the establishment of the National Trachoma Management Programme in 2006, which implemented the WHO-recommended SAFE strategy: surgery for trichiasis, antibiotics to treat infection, promotion of facial cleanliness, and environmental improvement. Regular screening of all communities classified as at-risk of trachoma by teams of qualified health workers formed an important part of the Programme. Interventions were delivered through coordinated partnerships between federal and state governments, Aboriginal community-controlled health services, and local communities.Over time, sustained screening, treatment, and prevention activities, including improvements in housing, water, sanitation and hygiene, led to a steady decline in trachoma prevalence. Australia’s approach included adaptations to reflect its context, such as targeted treatment based on community-level data rather than mass drug administration, and strong integration with environmental health programmes.“Elimination of trachoma is a win for the eye health of communities across Australia, particularly those whose lives have been impacted by a disease that is entirely preventable,” said Mark Butler, Minister for Health and Ageing, Australia. “This major milestone is thanks to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leadership, community commitment and sustained investment over many decades.“The lessons from this work will inform how we approach other preventable health conditions in remote and regional Australia. Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and local health workers have been central to this success, delivering culturally safe care and community-led solutions.”“This recognition from the World Health Organization reflects decades of work led by Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, alongside local health workers in remote First Nations communities,” said Malarndirri McCarthy, Minister for Indigenous Australians. “Their work has been critical to eliminating trachoma as a public health problem in Australia.”Advancing global efforts against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs)Trachoma is one of 21 diseases and disease groups that are regarded by WHO as NTDs. Together, NTDs affect more than 1 billion people worldwide, primarily in underserved populations with limited access to essential services such as clean water, sanitation, and health care.Australia’s elimination of trachoma as a public health problem highlights the importance of sustained political commitment and cross-sectoral collaboration in addressing the underlying determinants of health. It also underscores the feasibility of eliminating trachoma even in geographically challenging settings.In addition to trachoma, Australia has several endemic NTDs, including Buruli ulcer, leprosy and scabies. Validation of elimination of trachoma as a public health problem marks the first time that WHO has confirmed the elimination of an NTD in Australia, which becomes the 63rd country globally and 16th in the Western Pacific Region to have eliminated at least one NTD.“Tackling neglected tropical diseases in the Western Pacific Region has long been a challenge for countries across the socioeconomic spectrum, given the complexities in reaching the most vulnerable communities, including in remote areas,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “As a doctor from Tonga, I’ve experienced these challenges for myself. But I also know that with strategic commitment underpinned by optimal resources and partnerships in health, success is possible as other countries in our region have also demonstrated. I commend Australia on eliminating trachoma as a public health problem and urge all involved to remain vigilant to ensure this status is maintained.”WHO continues to support countries working to eliminate trachoma and other NTDs, ensuring that progress reaches those most in need and that gains are sustained through strong surveillance, appropriately integrated into national health systems, and mainstreamed within the wider health sector and beyond.Editor’s notesNeglected tropical diseases and trachoma elimination effortsNeglected tropical diseases are associated with devastating health, social and economic consequences. Their burden is mainly felt among impoverished communities in tropical areas.Public health targets for the control, elimination and eradication of these conditions were set in the road map for neglected tropical diseases 2021–2030 (https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240010352).In 1996, WHO launched the WHO Alliance for the Global Elimination of Trachoma by 2020 (GET2020), creating a network of governments, non-governmental organizations and academic institutions dedicated to the fight against trachoma. WHO continues to support endemic countries to accelerate progress towards the global target of eliminating trachoma as a public health problem worldwide; 2030 is the new target date.Elimination of trachoma as a public health problem is defined as: (i) a prevalence of trachomatous trichiasis (TT) “unknown to the health system” of < 0.2% in ≥15-year-olds; and (ii) a prevalence of trachomatous inflammation—follicular (TF) in children aged 1–9 years of < 5%, in each formerly endemic district, plus (iii) the existence of a system to identify and manage incident cases of TT.Other countries validated by WHO as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem are: Algeria, Benin, Burundi, Cambodia, China, Egypt, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, India, Iraq, Islamic Republic of Iran, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Libya, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mexico, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Saudi Arabia, Senegal, Togo, Vanuatu and Viet Nam.

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Apr 28 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • who.int
From sick care to health care: one way rural health funding could change Alaska

A coalition of providers in Alaska is prioritizing preventative and whole-person care while federal funding for the state incentivizes more programs like it.

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Apr 28 • 5:57 PM EDT • Health • alaskapublic.org
Giants’ stunning sale to Joshua Kushner carries impact beyond politics

The Giants’ decision to sell a minority stake to a firm with a connection to the Trump family has set off alarm bells with some supporters and employees in deep blue San Francisco.

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Apr 28 • 5:27 PM EDT • Politics • sfchronicle.com
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Spring practice ends without answers as Alabama, Florida, Tennessee QB races intensify

How this SEC trio is analyzing each of the QB1 candidates following the spring

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Apr 28 • 2:00 PM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
Ashley Hinson says gala shooting shows need for White House ballroom

Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson said a shooting at at a gala targeting President Trump shows the need for a secure White House ballroom.

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Apr 28 • 1:49 PM EDT • Politics • desmoinesregister.com
Caesars Entertainment reports growth in regional properties, big gains in digital segment

Caesars Entertainment Tuesday reported slight increases year-over-year in revenue and adjusted earnings, owing the latter to a 61% increase in its digital segment. The company reported $2.9 bill...

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Apr 28 • 1:02 PM EDT • Entertainment • cdcgaming.com
Galaxy S26, S25, Z Fold 5, Flip 5 get second April 2026 update

Samsung is rolling out a second software update to the Galaxy S26, Galaxy S25, Galaxy Z Fold 5 and the Galaxy Z Flip 5 in the US.

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Apr 28 • 1:00 PM EDT • Technology • sammobile.com
Thousands of Appalachian voters flip from Democrat to Republican, narrowing registration lead

A wave of party switching in West Virginia has reshaped voter rolls, with over 68,000 voters changing affiliation ahead of the state's 2024 primary.

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Apr 28 • 12:37 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
The State of AI in Public Health: New Data from the 2025 ASTHO Profile

Learn how health agencies are using AI to analyze data and make admin work more efficient.

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Apr 28 • 12:00 PM EDT • Health • astho.org
Astrobotic Tests Next-Gen Rotating Detonation Rocket Engine With 300-Second Burn

A new rocket engine concept reaches a milestone that could reshape propulsion for lunar and deep-space missions.

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Apr 28 • 11:45 AM EDT • Technology • dailygalaxy.com
Samsung is already adding Galaxy Glasses support to One UI ahead of launch

With an app update to Samsung's Nearby Device Scanning, we're one step closer to the launch of Galaxy Glasses.

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Apr 28 • 11:19 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
UA to Launch State’s First School of Data Science

The School of Data Science is the first academic unit of its kind in the state of Alabama focused on artificial intelligence and one of the first dedicated data science schools in the southern United States.

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Apr 28 • 11:03 AM EDT • Science • news.ua.edu
Louisiana Catholics balance faith and politics amid Trump, Pope dispute

The public dispute between Pope Leo and President Donald Trump has escalated sharply in recent weeks, weighing on the minds of many Catholics across the United States — including in Louisiana.

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Apr 28 • 10:11 AM EDT • Politics • wwno.org
Florida Poly researcher searches for root cause of Florida algae crisis

A research team is developing a biochar-based product meant to remove nutrients from water to restore ecological balance.

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Apr 28 • 9:31 AM EDT • Politics • floridapolitics.com
Man who heckled Shabana Mahmood dismisses ‘laughable’ white liberal claim

Protester says he migrated from Malaysia as a child and describes home secretary’s immigration policies as cruel

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Apr 28 • 8:48 AM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
National Academies Presidents’ Statement on Value of National Science Board

The presidents of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and National Academy of Medicine have issued a statement about the recent dismissal of the members of the National Science Board — which for decades has overseen the National Science Foundation, providing support and continuity for the American research enterprise that is key to the nation’s economic and geopolitical leadership.

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Apr 28 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • nationalacademies.org
Helldivers 2's latest balance patch sees a major shakeup to durable damage, affecting the new warbond Exosuits

Helldivers 2's latest patch notes affect durable damage balancing as the new Exosuit warbonds update rolls in, balancing the game around armor.

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Apr 28 • 7:40 AM EDT • Technology • gameshub.com
Alabama football moves in USA TODAY Sports post-spring top 25 rankings

Alabama moves in USA TODAY Sports' post-spring rankings. Are Kalen DeBoer and the Crimson Tide in a better or worse position than before?

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Apr 28 • 7:05 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Samsung pushing second April 2026 update to Galaxy S26 and S25

Samsung silently released the second April 2026 update for the Galaxy S26 and S25 phones in the US. Verizon has updated its software page, listing fresh new builds for the devices. Users of the Galaxy S26 and S25 series have already received one update in April 2026 but Samsung has one more to offer. Samsung […]

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Apr 28 • 6:26 AM EDT • Technology • sammyfans.com
Diego Pavia Could Consider Joining $14.52B Entertainment Industry After Going Undrafted in NFL

Though the 2026 NFL draft didn’t work out well for Vanderbilt QB1 Diego Pavia, the Heisman Trophy finalist is reportedly considering a career away from the gridiron. Pavia took college football by storm, mounting spectacular wins over powerhouses like Alabama and Auburn.

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Apr 28 • 6:18 AM EDT • Entertainment • sports.yahoo.com
Samsung just dropped a second April update for your Galaxy phone

Samsung drops a surprise second April update for the Galaxy S25 and S26 lines, though there are no new features.

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Apr 28 • 5:18 AM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
Commerzbank Quips UniCredit ‘Doesn’t Know’ Its Business Model

Commerzbank AG reacted with sarcasm to a recent advertisement campaign by UniCredit SpA against the German lender, highlighting the escalating rhetoric in a takeover campaign that’s already lasted for more than 19 months.

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Apr 28 • 5:16 AM EDT • Business • bloomberg.com
GOP candidates revive anti-Islam attacks as midterms approach

Republican lawmakers and candidates across the country have escalated their anti-Islam rhetoric in recent months, warning their constituents that Islamic law could gain a foothold in the United States.

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Apr 28 • 5:00 AM EDT • Politics • stateline.org
Amazon creates 6 rules for engineers building with AI

Amazon's AI-native strategy prioritizes practical AI adoption, emphasizing balance in speed, cost, and control.

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Apr 28 • 5:00 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Three top clubs interested in Kone

After also having Dybala back, Gasperini is awaiting Koné. The coach hopes to have the Frenchman back against Fiorentina, given El Aynaoui’s suspension. Four games to chase the Champions League dre...

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Apr 28 • 3:55 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro are getting their first software update

Samsung has started rolling out the first software update for the Galaxy Buds 4 and the Galaxy Buds 4 Pro to improve their stability.

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Apr 28 • 3:15 AM EDT • Technology • sammobile.com
Microsoft Patches Entra ID Role Flaw That Enabled Service Principal Takeover

Agent ID Administrator enabled service principal takeover before April 9, 2026 patch, exposing privilege escalation risk in Entra ID tenants.

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Apr 28 • 2:37 AM EDT • Technology • thehackernews.com
New One UI 8.5 Beta adds little value to your old Galaxy flagship

Is it time to bid farewell to the Galaxy S23?

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Apr 27 • 8:25 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Alaska Business Sweeps Awards for Magazine Feature Writing, Wins for Best Cover and Headlines

Alaska Business nets six Alaska Press Club awards, including a sweep of the Best Magazine Feature category by Senior Editor Scott Rhode.

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Apr 27 • 7:46 PM EDT • Business • akbizmag.com
Amy Heckerling claims she 'got f---ed' on 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' royalties

'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' director Amy Heckerling is claiming that despite the massive success of the movie, she 'got f---ed' on royalties.

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Apr 27 • 6:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
WATCH LIVE: Blanche, Patel and Pirro announce federal charges against accused Trump dinner gunman

The gunman is believed to have traveled by train from California to Chicago and then onto Washington, where he checked himself in as a guest at the hotel where the gala dinner was held with its typically tight security, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said.

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Apr 27 • 3:18 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Talarico torched after pastor's 'disgusting' Trump shooting remark as Cornyn says 'Texans should be outraged'

Sen. Cornyn demands Texas Senate candidate James Talarico condemn his pastor, who Cornyn says made light of the Trump assassination attempt at a sermon.

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Apr 27 • 3:00 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
2026 Presidential Ambassador Scholars recognized - UT Health San Antonio

2026 Presidential Ambassador Scholars recognized

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Apr 27 • 1:25 PM EDT • Health • news.uthscsa.edu
Samsung’s Galaxy Glasses leak is a direct shot at Meta Ray-Ban's crown

Samsung’s smart glasses are coming into focus, but big questions remain.

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Apr 27 • 12:45 PM EDT • Technology • androidcentral.com
College baseball rankings for Week 12: Updated USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll, top 25 polls

Here's an updated look at the USA TODAY Sports College Baseball Coaches Poll for Week 12 and more.

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Apr 27 • 12:32 PM EDT • Sports • usatoday.com
Samsung’s first smart glasses have leaked

The Galaxy Glasses could launch later this year.

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Apr 27 • 12:25 PM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
Why Digital Goods Are Becoming Big Business For Creators

Creators are turning digital goods into scalable revenue streams selling identity, scarcity and self-expression in virtual worlds where fans participate.

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Apr 27 • 12:02 PM EDT • Business • forbes.com
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EA SPORTS Signs Elijah Haven, Alabama’s Newest Quarterback

Top 2027 QB Elijah Haven joins GEN / EA SPORTS and announces his college commitment

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Apr 27 • 11:30 AM EDT • Sports • ea.com
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Enter The Gungeon Creators Say Roguelikes Have Become 'Cash-Grabby'

Dodge Roll's co-founder believes the 'slot machine' aspect of Balatro and Vampire Survivors has led to a shift in the design of roguelikes

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Apr 27 • 10:48 AM EDT • Technology • kotaku.com
Balance of Nature Team Shares Foundation of Health & Nutrition in America

Lifestyle Contributor David Osmond returns with Balance of Nature to talk about the foundation of health and nutrition in America.(7News)

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Apr 27 • 10:26 AM EDT • Health • wjla.com
Samsung’s display-less Galaxy Glasses look slim and sleek in first leak

Rumored for release later this year, Samsung's display-less Galaxy Glasses are set to take on Meta's Ray-Bans with Gemini and Android XR.

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Apr 27 • 10:11 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
How Massachusetts is Advancing Public Health Data Standards

Learn how Massachusetts is leveraging funding from the Public Health Infrastructure Grant to improve how it handles and shares public health data.

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Apr 27 • 10:00 AM EDT • Health • astho.org
Treatment-first court model is redefining justice for people with serious mental illnesses

Kalamazoo County’s Mental Health Recovery court offers an alternative path for certain nonviolent offenders living with serious mental illness.

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Apr 27 • 10:00 AM EDT • Health • wwmt.com
Sadiq Khan may try to stop Scotland Yard signing Palantir contract

Exclusive: Mayor raises concerns about using public money to support firms ‘who act contrary to London’s values’

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Apr 27 • 9:11 AM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
Exclusive: This is the Samsung Galaxy Glasses

Samsung's first Galaxy Glasses are codenamed 'Jinju' and could launch between $379-$499, with a display version coming in 2027.

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Apr 27 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • androidheadlines.com
Alabama politics shift as PAC attacks, policy gaps, voters collide

A mystery PAC roiled GOP primaries as lawmakers logged narrow gains and a report found 800,000 Alabamians remained outside the electoral process.

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Apr 27 • 8:55 AM EDT • Politics • alreporter.com
Gemini's upcoming daily assistant feature could get a logical new name

Google is reportedly renaming Gemini's proactive "Your day" tool to "Daily brief" ahead of a potential Google I/O 2026 reveal.

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Apr 27 • 8:06 AM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
Scientists finally solve mystery of strange “golden orb” found 2 miles deep

A mysterious “golden orb” found more than two miles deep in the Gulf of Alaska left scientists baffled for over two years, sparking wild speculation about its origins. After an intensive investigation combining deep-sea expertise, microscopic analysis, and advanced DNA sequencing, researchers finally cracked the case. The strange object turned out not to be an egg, sponge, or anything alien, but the remains of tissue from a giant deep-sea anemone.

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Apr 27 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Kodiak High School awarded grant to improve student health

Kodiak, Alaska, Mon. April 27, 2026 — Physical activity is vital to American students’ physical health and emotional well-being, helping them learn, concentrate and manage stress throughout the school day, yet most youth are not getting enough movement....

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Apr 27 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • newsroom.heart.org
UC San Diego Health Performs First West Coast AI Robotic Spine Surgery

First West Coast AI-driven robotic spine surgery performed at UC San Diego Health, improving precision and recovery for patients.

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Apr 27 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • health.ucsd.edu
Science, Society, and Culture: Brandon Ogbunu’s Case for a More Creative Scientific Enterprise

Computational biologist Brandon Ogbunu explores and writes about the intersection of science, society, and culture. We spoke to this 2024 winner of an Eric and Wendy Schmidt Award for Excellence in Science Communications about his recent work, including his explanation of why science communication is central to the practice of science, arguing that explaining and defending knowledge is as essential to the scientific enterprise as publishing research.

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Apr 27 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • nationalacademies.org
Mystery of golden orb found in depths of ocean off Alaska finally solved: 'Everyone was like, What the heck? What is that?'

A two-and-a-half-year-old mystery concerning a strange golden object found miles below the sea surface isn't an egg or sponge ‪—‬ it's from an anemone-like animal.

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Apr 27 • 7:57 AM EDT • Science • livescience.com
Distracting from unfinished business

North Carolina House Republicans introduced a bill Thursday that would ban books from elementary school libraries and allow the state to withhold salaries from school district leaders who violate the state law known as the “Parents’ Bill of Rights.”

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Apr 27 • 6:00 AM EDT • Business • ncnewsline.com
Even Before the Gunfire. Many Guests Bore the Scars of Political Violence

Gunfire at a press gala on Saturday underscored the ever growing club of political figures whose lives have been upended by violence.

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Apr 27 • 5:04 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Grievance Propelled Gala Attack Suspect Across Country, Authorities Say

A man who has worked as a tutor and graduated from the California Institute of Technology is being held by authorities in connection with the armed attack at the White House correspondents’ dinner.

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Apr 27 • 5:04 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
‘House of Cards:’ Mental health crisis in Florida’s criminal justice system

A lack of space in state-run mental health facilities and growing waitlists point to a system balancing legal standards, medical opinions, and limited resources—often under intense pressure.

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Apr 27 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • clickorlando.com
Forvia Sells Auto Interiors Business to Apollo Funds in $2.1 Billion Deal

The French auto parts supplier said the deal allows it to sharpen focus on high value-added, technology-driven activities, while shoring up its balance sheet.

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Apr 27 • 2:29 AM EDT • Business • wsj.com
Samsung phone flashlights melting plastic? Viral videos don't tell the full story

Yes, your Galaxy S26's flashlight can burn through plastic, but iPhones can do it too.

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Apr 27 • 1:03 AM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
Galaxy Z Fold 8 ‘Wide’ shows off its new form factor in side-by-side leak [Gallery]

Samsung’s upcoming foldable lineup includes its first new mainstream form factor in years, as the “Wide” device enters the fold...

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Apr 26 • 11:30 PM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
Rogue Valley medical community unites for local health care recruitment

Group works together to bring new practitioners to Southern Oregon Rogue Valley residents know what a special place this is to live, but a group of local health care providers […]

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Apr 26 • 10:38 PM EDT • Health • rv-times.com
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🚨 Marco Reus brace leads LA Galaxy to narrow win over Real Salt Lake

LA Galaxy have defeated Real Salt Lake 2-1 in Sunday's MLS matchup, thanks to a brace of set-piece goals from Marco Reus. Scorers: Reus 9', 85' ; Marcinkowski 45+4' (OG)After a strong attacking start...

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Apr 26 • 9:17 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Scientists Need Your Help to Find Galaxies Bending Light in Space

You don't need a telescope or a physics degree to take part.

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Apr 26 • 9:16 PM EDT • Science • sciencealert.com
Sudan's Health Workers Adapt to Increasing Drone Attacks

Health workers in El Fasher say escalating drone warfare spurs rapid medical innovation

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Apr 26 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • thinkglobalhealth.org
Cobi Jones’ Galaxy career honored with statue at Dignity Health Sports Park

Jones, who played 12 years with the Galaxy, saw the new bronze statue finally unveiled Sunday before the game against Real Salt Lake. Jones becomes the third Galaxy player to receive a statue at Dignity Health Sports Park.

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Apr 26 • 7:38 PM EDT • Health • dailynews.com
Galaxy legend Cobi Jones honored with statue outside Dignity Health Sports Park
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We were there: Hearing gunfire and ducking for cover at the DC gala

The Times had six reporters at the dinner, seated at a table near the right side of the stage. Here's what happened when the shooting started.

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Apr 26 • 7:08 PM EDT • Politics • latimes.com
Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 116

UFC Vegas 116 went own last night (Sat., April 25, 2026) inside Meta Apex in Las Vegas, Nevada, which saw Aljamain Sterling defeat Youssef Zalal via unanimous decision. In the co-main event of the evening, Joselyn Edwards defeated Norma Dumont, also via unanimous decision, while Ryan Spann kicked off the main card with a stellar […]

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Apr 26 • 7:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Concerns over rise of targeted political violence after WH Correspondents’ Dinner shooting

Saturday night’s shooting is the latest incident in what is an alarming rise of targeted political violence in recent years. NBC News’ Kelly O’Donnell reports.

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Apr 26 • 6:45 PM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Gala Shooting Suspect Was Targeting Trump Administration Officials, Writings Reveal

A man being held in connection with the attack wrote a note indicating potential targets and grievances, authorities say.

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Apr 26 • 6:11 PM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com