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Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski seeking contract extension in offseason

Brandin Podziemski is hoping to secure a long-term contract extension with the Golden State Warriors this offseason.

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Apr 20 • 4:32 PM EDT • Sports • nbcsportsbayarea.com
Consumer Reports' 2026 Sports Car List Reawakens An Old Argument

The original definition of a sports car was a two-seat convertible you could drive in a race. CR's list raises the question: Does this need updating?

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Apr 20 • 4:05 PM EDT • Technology • jalopnik.com
Stars turn out for Science Gala in Los Angeles

Fox News correspondent Max Gorden has the latest on the gala that attracted major stars on 'Fox Report.'

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Apr 20 • 3:28 PM EDT • Science • foxnews.com
EPA Adds More Pesticide Industry Reps to Science Board

While most appointees are academic scientists, Administrator Lee Zeldin also named employees of a company that makes forever chemicals.

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Apr 20 • 3:09 PM EDT • Science • civileats.com
Cedarville Sports Practicum A Video Learning Lab
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Apr 20 • 2:39 PM EDT • Sports • cedars.cedarville.edu
Former state Controller Betty Yee drops out of the governor's race

Yee, lacking financial resources and voter recognition despite being elected to statewide office twice, dropped out of the 2026 governor's race.

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Apr 20 • 2:33 PM EDT • Politics • latimes.com
Lagging in polls and fundraising, Betty Yee drops out of California governor’s race

Yee's departure from the race for governor leaves six leading Democrats in the running with two leading Republicans.

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Apr 20 • 2:26 PM EDT • Politics • calmatters.org
Graham Platner nets another endorsement in high-interest Maine Senate race

Sen. Elizabeth Warren calls Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner "a real fighter" who's ready shake things up and make changes in DC.

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Apr 20 • 2:09 PM EDT • Politics • usatoday.com
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Boston Marathon 2026: Kenya's John Korir, Sharon Lokedi each win men's and women's races for 2nd consecutive year
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Apr 20 • 1:18 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
‘9-1-1: Nashville’s Kimberly Williams-Paisley Teases Chaotic Season Finale

Plus, about Dixie's diss track about Blythe...

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Apr 20 • 1:17 PM EDT • Entertainment • wyomingnewsnow.tv
Deezer says 44% of new music uploads are AI-generated, most streams are fraudulent

AI tracks account for a small fraction of Deezer streams, and most are demonetized for fraud.

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Apr 20 • 1:15 PM EDT • Technology • arstechnica.com
Ball x Pit's next update adds 11 more balls to the fray on April 27

A pair of new characters, more passive abilities and a fresh building are included in The Shadow Update.

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Apr 20 • 1:09 PM EDT • Technology • engadget.com
Manistee jewelry business grows from mother-daughter hobby

K&S Jewelry in Manistee turns creative family time into a business with handmade earrings, bracelets and necklaces sold locally.

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Apr 20 • 1:05 PM EDT • Business • manisteenews.com
William Floyd Science Honor Society Inspires Next Generation of Scientists

William Floyd High School Science Honor Society (SHS), under the guidance of Ms. Anya Swiss, high school science teacher, SHS advisor and NYS Master Teacher, recently hosted two virtual “Science Exploration Days” for elementary students across the district. During these interactive sessions, high school students led younger students through an investigation of Oobleck — a unique non-Newtonian fluid made of cornstarch and water — to explore the fundamental properties of the states of matter.

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Apr 20 • 12:30 PM EDT • Science • wfsd.k12.ny.us
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Tax relief on the horizon: How federal rescheduling could reshape cannabis business taxes

Rachel Carr Shreves and Crystal Howard of Spencer Fane discuss the proposed federal rescheduling of cannabis to Schedule III and considerations stemming from potential relief from the limitations on certain deductions under Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Apr 20 • 12:22 PM EDT • Business • reuters.com
USU track & field: Another record-setting weekend for Aggies

The most recent road trip to California was a memorable one for several Utah State track & field athletes.

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Apr 20 • 12:21 PM EDT • Sports • hjnews.com
Boston Marathon 2026: Kenya's John Korir, Sharon Lokedi both win men's and women's races for 2nd consecutive year
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Apr 20 • 12:14 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Boston Marathon 2026: Kenya's John Korir, Sharon Lokedi both win race for 2nd consecutive year
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Apr 20 • 12:08 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Special Seminar

Speaker – Lenny Smith, Professor, Virginia Tech. Hosted by Walt Robinson. Title – Reflection versus Regurgitation: Simulation, Statistics, and Insight from Fitzroy to ECMWF’s AIFS. (link to relevant paper) Abstract – There is considerable…

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Apr 20 • 11:41 AM EDT • Science • meas.sciences.ncsu.edu
Daytime napping patterns may reveal hidden health decline in older adults

New research reveals that as people age, naps may be an easily trackable warning sign of underlying conditions or declining health. A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham and Rush University ...

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Apr 20 • 11:40 AM EDT • Health • medicalxpress.com
AI in health care: Experts discuss the future of AI practices and policies

Jim VandeHei, CEO of Axios; Marc Boom, M.D., AHA board chair and president and CEO of Houston Methodist; Anne Klibanski, M.D., president and CEO of Mass General Brigham; Jonathan Perlin, M.D., president and CEO of Joint Commission; and Ladd Wiley, senior vice president of global corporate affairs, public policy and advocacy for Epic, all participated in the panel discussion “AI in Health Care: Navigating Policy, Regulation, and the Road Ahead."

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Apr 20 • 10:49 AM EDT • Health • aha.org
McLeod Health Pharmacy Services Team Receives Best Practice Award

The McLeod Health Pharmacy Services Team recently received the “Practice Advancement Initiative – Best Practice Award” during the South Carolina Society of Health-Systems

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Apr 20 • 10:36 AM EDT • Health • mcleodhealth.org
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Jay Collins remains in Governor's race, says he's buying ads to prove it

The LG, polling in single digits, says the President's preferred candidate can't win.

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Trent Williams, 49ers agree to two-year extension worth up to $50 million

Trent Williams inks a lucrative two-year contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers.

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Apr 20 • 10:02 AM EDT • Sports • cbssports.com
Top Racers Need Top Gear – Introducing the Forza Horizon 6 Limited Edition Controller and Headset

Introducing the newest Limited Edition Xbox Wireless Controller and Wireless Headset collection, featuring inspired designs from Forza Horizon 6.

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Apr 20 • 9:55 AM EDT • Technology • news.xbox.com
NVIDIA Improves Path Tracing Performance By 3x With Enhanced ReSTIR Algorithms, Prepped For Next-Gen Gaming

NVIDIA shared a new and improved ReSTIR algorithm, which improves Path Tracing performance by 2-3x, setting the stage for next-gen gaming.

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Apr 20 • 9:30 AM EDT • Technology • wccftech.com
49ers, Trent Williams reach historic resolution to contract saga

The 49ers are starting draft week off on the right foot.

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Apr 20 • 9:16 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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A game of split-second decisions: Putting health and human performance to the test

When athletes step onto the field, reacting a fraction of a second too late can be the difference between making a play and sustaining an injury. At the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, faculty in the Department of Health and Human Performance (HHP) are studying what drives those split-second decisions and how sleep, mental health and cognitive processing affect performance and injury risk.

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Apr 20 • 9:15 AM EDT • Health • blog.utc.edu
ECU art students showcase artwork, practice business skills

ECU’s School of Art and Design held its second Studio Crawl, when students open their studios to the public, showcase and sell their artwork.

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Apr 20 • 8:58 AM EDT • Business • news.ecu.edu
U.S. Delivers Maternal Health Equipment Across Madagascar - U.S. Embassy in Madagascar

U.S. Delivers Maternal Health Equipment Across Madagascar U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Arnold today provided critical maternal and newborn health equipment that will reach healthcare facilities across Madagascar, demonstrating how U.S. foreign assistance builds a safer, healthier world by helping recipient countries build self-reliant health systems in line with the America First Global Health Strategy. Under President Trump’s America First foreign assistance policy and the America First Global Health Policy, U.S. support serves as a tool of strategic engagement – not global charity. Every U.S. taxpayer dollar is subject to rigorous oversight to ensure measurable results, maximum efficiency, and accountability, with zero tolerance for fraud, waste, or abuse. Through the bilateral Global Health Memorandum of Understanding with Madagascar’s Ministry of Public Health, both governments agreed on shared priorities and responsibilities, including a strong focus on maternal and newborn health and Madagascar’s increasing co-investment in its own health system. Madagascar continues to face major challenges in maternal and newborn health, including high maternal mortality rates and significant gaps in access to quality delivery care. In rural regions, many women still give birth at home or in facilities without adequate infection-prevention supplies. Through the U.S.-funded Momentum Country and Global Leadership Project, the United States is providing essential equipment to healthcare facilities nationwide: calibrated reusable drapes for infection prevention in approximately 1,000 community health centers (CSBs), single-use calibrated drapes for 35 hospitals, and management tools for health workers to improve data collection and care coordination. “U.S. foreign assistance makes America safer by preventing instability and strengthening health systems that can detect and contain infectious diseases before they cross borders,” said Chargé d’Affaires Arnold during the handover ceremony. “Our support is temporary and targeted, designed to help Madagascar build greater self-reliance and reduce long-term dependence on U.S. taxpayer resources.” This U.S. support will help standardize safe delivery practices, strengthen infection prevention, and improve data management systems. Used effectively, these materials will contribute directly to reducing maternal and newborn deaths, especially in rural and hard-to-reach areas where access to quality delivery care remains limited. From major hospitals to remote health centers, U.S.-funded equipment is already delivering results. The nationwide scope of this support ensures that women and newborns across Madagascar benefit from improved infection prevention and safer delivery practices. This targeted assistance helps save lives today while supporting Madagascar’s transition toward a self-sufficient health system, ensuring that today’s U.S. support leads to Madagascar’s future independence from foreign assistance.

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Apr 20 • 8:57 AM EDT • Health • mg.usembassy.gov
Measles case confirmed in Rhode Island

A man in his 40s from Providence County who contracted the disease had recently traveled internationally, public health officials said

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Apr 20 • 8:28 AM EDT • Health • bostonglobe.com
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Matthew Deemer advancing research on wrist worn devices

With growing concerns about the accuracy of wrist-worn health devices, a Slippery Rock University student is charting a…

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Apr 20 • 8:26 AM EDT • Science • news.sru.edu
Jenna Bush Hager sits down with former Presidents George Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Joe Biden

The former presidents shared a message for the American people ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary in July.

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Apr 20 • 8:19 AM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Digital Science launches Compass to track real-world publication impact

New platform from tech company combines data from Dimensions and Altmetric into a single, self-service platform

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Apr 20 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • researchinformation.info
Delaware nurse practitioner raises awareness and funds to end women’s No. 1 health threat

NEWARK, Del., April 20, 2026— While the large majority of cardiac events can be prevented, cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be the leading cause of death in women.[1] In recognition of her energy and passion to fight back against women’s...

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Apr 20 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • newsroom.heart.org
NVIDIA says new ReSTIR path tracing update is 2 to 3 times faster, but this is still research

ReSTIR PT Enhanced could lower the cost of real-time path tracing NVIDIA researchers have published a new paper called ReSTIR PT Enhanced: Algorithmic

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Apr 20 • 8:00 AM EDT • Technology • videocardz.com
Boston Marathon 2026 live updates: TV, time, results and route map

The Boston Marathon continues its traditional race through the city. Here is everything you need to know including TV, time and live updates.

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Apr 20 • 7:54 AM EDT • Sports • usatoday.com
Akin, an Elite Global Law Firm

(Chicago) – Akin announced today that Rory Wellever has joined the Chicago office as head of its music practice, bringing deep music industry experience that expands the firm’s media, entertainment &…

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Apr 20 • 7:12 AM EDT • Entertainment • akingump.com
After a year of turmoil, cancer researchers see promising signs for mRNA vaccines

The mRNA-based Covid vaccines helped blunt the impact of the pandemic but also sparked political backlash that has threatened to slow or derail dozens of potential cancer treatments. Now there are signs that the mRNA train is still on track.

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Apr 20 • 7:00 AM EDT • Health • cnn.com
Singer-songwriter John Gorka talks early inspiration, latest album

John Gorka’s newest album, “Unentitled,” marks his return after nearly a decade, showcasing fresh, optimistic tracks that reflect his belief in music’s healing power despite industry challenges.

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Apr 20 • 7:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • thegazette.com
San Diego Padres’ Booming Business Made Them an Attractive Buy

The Southern California-based franchise is the 10th-best revenue generating club in MLB, and that number is poised to keep growing.

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Apr 20 • 7:00 AM EDT • Business • sportico.com
He always cracked up his clients, and now he's a local comedy club star

Hugh Howser has gotten so good at telling jokes on stage that he made Nashville Lifestyles' 2026 'Inspiring People' list

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Apr 20 • 6:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • tennessean.com
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Elaine Luria, January 6 panel member seeking political comeback, says ‘the wind is on our back’ as Democrats try to flip House

Luria, who lost her seat to a Republican after standing up to Trump, has secured key endorsements in Virginia race

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Apr 20 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
Digital Science Introduces Compass by Dimensions to Transform Medical Affairs Publication Insights

Compass unifies citation data and attention metrics in a single solution for real-time publication intelligenceLondon, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - April 20, 2026) - Digital Science, a leading technology company serving stakeholders across the research ecosystem, today announced the launch of Compass by Dimensions, a dedicated publication impact tracking solution designed for medical affairs teams.Compass - initially available to publication planners and medical affairs professionals in a..

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Apr 20 • 5:01 AM EDT • Science • finance.yahoo.com
Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

The American Academy of Neurology issued guidance on using wearable data devices, like smart watches or Oura rings, to track key health metrics that can help flag serious conditions.

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Apr 20 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • npr.org
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Nike's comeback attempt: better shoes, more retail sales, sports focus

The sportswear giant got lapped by competitors like New Balance, On, and Hoka. Now Nike is racing to catch up.

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Apr 20 • 4:13 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Delivery apps can't outrun the fee backlash anymore

Local and federal regulators — from New York to the FTC — are cracking down on "junk fees" on food delivery platforms like DoorDash and Uber Eats.

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Apr 20 • 4:11 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
USDA grant helps Chatham’s CRAFT program boost small businesses

Imagine you’ve invented a great food product in your home kitchen or a small commercial commissary. You have ambitions to become a national business....

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Apr 20 • 4:00 AM EDT • Business • post-gazette.com
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Bracco Imaging and NYU Langone Health Announce Strategic Alliance Agreement to Advance Medical Imaging Innovation

/PRNewswire/ -- Bracco Imaging today announced a strategic alliance with NYU Langone Health to advance innovation in medical imaging through the signing of a...

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Apr 20 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • prnewswire.com
Bracco Imaging and NYU Langone Health Announce Strategic Alliance Agreement to Advance Medical Imaging Innovation

Bracco Imaging today announced a strategic alliance with NYU Langone Health to advance innovation in medical imaging through the signing of a multi-year Master Research Agreement (MRA). By combining resources, scientific capabilities and complementary expertise, the collaboration aims to accelerate the development and optimization of advanced imaging technologies, enhancing clinical insights and contributing to improved patient management.

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Apr 20 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • finance.yahoo.com
When former friends conclude we are the problem, we have a problem

April arrived in Colorado this year displaying the Janus-like dual visages that characterize MAGA America. The ecstatic, giddy enthusiasm of the Artemis crew which just circled the moon before returning to a near perfect splashdown off San Diego reminded each of us why we are so proud of our country — its daring, its commitment […]

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Apr 20 • 2:45 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Ecommerce Views Launches as the Go-To Resource for Practical, Research-Backed Ecommerce Intelligence

The new digital publication fills the gap between surface-level news and real-world understanding for merchants, operators, and builders of e-co...

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Apr 20 • 2:25 AM EDT • Business • markets.businessinsider.com
Nebraska Sandhill ranching wrecked by Morrill Fire

The Nebraska Sandhills are made for cattle grazing, and that is, in large part, what keeps the area thriving and supports the small communities throughout western Nebraska. In Arthur County, most operations are cow-calf producers with a few operators who run yearlings on grass during the summer. On a good year, the grass is dense […]

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Apr 20 • 2:15 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Boosting the berry business

Blueberry growers recover from the blues and strawberries have their saviors after a blistery—by Florida standards—winter. Add other growing challenges and Southwest Florida’s berry businesses need a boost. Still, it’s peak season for blueberries in the area and residents can enjoy the healthy treat as the crop losses mostly affect commercial buyers, local growers said.

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Apr 20 • 2:00 AM EDT • Business • floridaweekly.com
Ingrid may bring more crossovers to Street Fighter 6 based on history, she's the most powerful fighter in the story

Street Fighter 6 received its first DLC guest characters in franchise history, adding in Fatal Fury's Terry Bogard and Mai Shiranui, which included quite a bit of backstory and artwork as part of the game's World Tour modes ...

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Apr 20 • 1:11 AM EDT • Technology • eventhubs.com
Is Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Starting To Look Attractive After A 50% Share Price Slide

If you are wondering whether Flutter Entertainment is starting to look attractively priced or still has more room to fall before it offers value, this article walks through what the current share price might really be telling you. The stock last closed at US$110.08, with recent returns of 4.5% over 7 days and 5.0% over 30 days, set against a much larger 49.6% decline year to date and a 50.3% decline over the past year. These price moves sit against a backdrop of ongoing attention on Flutter...

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Apr 20 • 1:03 AM EDT • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Molteni Group's Contract Business Thrives: Nautical & Hospitality

Molteni Group sees booming growth in contract, hospitality, and nautical sectors, leveraging long-term projects with luxury DNA and global expertise.

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Apr 20 • 12:01 AM EDT • Business • wwd.com
Welcome to the 'Funky' Politics of the Tech in Schools Debate

The Trump administration is cheerleading AI in schools as GOP lawmakers crack down on ed tech.

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Apr 20 • 12:01 AM EDT • Politics • edweek.org
Romania Faces Fresh Political Crisis With Premier Under Fire

Romania is bracing for fresh political turbulence with Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan poised to defy a call by the biggest ruling party to resign in a showdown that may lead to a collapse of the ruling alliance.

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Apr 20 • 12:00 AM EDT • Politics • bloomberg.com
Ireland Contracting Nightly Sports Call: April 19, 2026
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Apr 19 • 11:25 PM EDT • Sports • cbsnews.com
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Everyone Can Make A Difference Through Citizen Science This Earth Day — Just Use Your Phone To Help Scientists - Where The Food Comes From

Citizen science apps let anyone help scientists using a phone. Learn how to track wildlife, report sightings, and join Earth Day projects.

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Apr 19 • 10:03 PM EDT • Science • wherethefoodcomesfrom.com
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Amwins, Sentry join forces on contractors’ equipment inland marine program

Tie-up gives brokers another specialty option for crane and heavy-equipment accounts

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Apr 19 • 9:25 PM EDT • Business • insurancebusinessmag.com
San Diego Politics Show: CA-48 candidate Ammar Campa-Najjar

Four-time candidate Ammar Campa-Najjar discusses his campaign for CA-48, one of the most-watched races in the country.

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Apr 19 • 8:59 PM EDT • Politics • timesofsandiego.com
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'Drag Race' AS8 winner Jimbo reacts to airplane evacuation, reported bomb scare (exclusive)

'RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 8' winner Jimbo was among passengers evacuated from a United flight that was diverted amid a reported bomb scare: 'Everyone thought we were dying,' Jimbo tells EW.

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Apr 19 • 8:06 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
As Michael Jordan watches, Tyler Reddick wins for the fifth time in nine NASCAR Cup Series races
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Lansing politics are blocking a crackdown on fleeing, eluding cases

Michigan's 'fleeing and eluding' cases are rising, but legislation to stiffen penalties is stalled in the Senate.

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Apr 19 • 8:00 PM EDT • Politics • detroitnews.com
AI swarms could hijack democracy without anyone noticing

AI-powered personas are becoming so realistic that they can infiltrate online communities and subtly steer public opinion. Unlike traditional bots, they adapt, coordinate, and refine their messaging at a massive scale, creating a false sense of consensus. Early warning signs—like deepfakes and fake news networks—have already appeared in global elections. Researchers warn that the next election could be the true test of this technology’s power.

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Apr 19 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
New study reveals how maze-like magnetic patterns form and evolve in materials

Maze magnetic domains in soft magnetic materials strongly influence energy loss in electric motors, particularly at high temperatures. However, existing models struggle to explain their complex, temperature-dependent behavior. To address this gap, researchers developed an entropy-extended Ginzburg-Landau model combined with data-driven analysis to study these structures. The approach reveals how entropy and energy interactions drive magnetization reversal and increasing domain complexity, providing new insights into magnetic energy-loss mechanisms.

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Advancing epidemic and pandemic preparedness through research readiness: SEAR Unity Studies Network Sites chart the way forward in 2026

On 25 March 2026, WHO Regional Office for the South‑East Asia Region (SEARO) convened the first meeting of the SEAR Chapter of the Unity Studies Network Meeting in 2026 to take stock of progress and plan next steps for strengthening epidemic and pandemic preparedness across the Region. The meeting focused on reviewing the ongoing adaptation of selected, standard Unity Study methodologies, sharing field implementation experiences from 2025, and identifying key priorities to guide collaborative work in 2026.Held virtually, the meeting brought together representatives from six Unity Studies network sites across five countries (Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand) as well as participants from all three levels of WHO.The meeting took place against the backdrop of ongoing regional efforts in South‑East Asia to strengthen early investigations and studies for epidemic and pandemic preparedness, with a focus on pandemic influenza and other emerging respiratory pathogens with epidemic and pandemic potential. In this context, and as part of preparedness for the rapid generation of evidence, the WHO Health Emergencies Programme in SEAR (WHE/SEAR) encourages Unity Studies sites to adapt prioritized, standardized Unity Study protocols to their national contexts. This approach supports the generation of timely and reliable evidence to inform public health decision‑making during epidemics and pandemics.These efforts are supported through a combination of experience sharing, participation in the global Unity Studies network webinars, capacity‑building of the national public health workforce, and regional collaboration that promotes inter‑country, inter‑agency, and inter‑ministerial action. In parallel, sites are encouraged to explore diversified funding sources to help sustain research preparedness over the long term.Discussions highlighted the importance of WHO’s catalytic financial support through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contributions (PIP‑PC). When combined with national and institutional resources, this support enables countries and sites to maintain continuity of activities at a core level and remain prepared to respond rapidly and effectively to future epidemics and pandemics.Regional and Global Updates: Opening the session, Dr Pushpa Ranjan Wijesinghe, Programme Area Manager, Pandemic and Epidemic Management (PEM) Unit, WHO Health Emergencies Programme, highlighted the progress made in operationalizing the Unity Studies Network across the Region and acknowledged the collaborative efforts of WHO at all three levels, together with country unity studies sites. He emphasized the availability of limited but catalytic funding through the Pandemic Influenza Preparedness (PIP) Partnership Contribution (PIP‑PC) workplan at SEARO to sustain network activities in 2026, while encouraging sites to leverage additional funding sources to expand implementation.Representing SEARO, Dr Ashok Basnet, consultant, Pandemic Influenza Preparedness reported that, at the regional level, the Unity Studies Network currently includes six sites across five countries: Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. He noted that in 2025, catalytic funding supported protocol adaptation, training, and pilot implementation. In addition, a regional Unity Studies symposium held during the Global Public Health Summit in Sri Lanka strengthened and advocated collaboration between the Unity Studies site, national decision‑making forum, relevant technical units of the ministry of health, WHO and other partners.The symposium also highlighted the role of early investigations and studies as a key component of a multi‑source surveillance system needed at country level to generate a broad range of evidence. It underscored the critical role of country Unity Studies sites and similar research entities in generating evidence to support public health decision‑making during epidemics and pandemics.Participants of the WHO GISRS Unity Studies Sites Network- SEAR Chapter Meeting 2026 (Photo credit- PEM/WHE/SEARO). SEARO also updated participants on ongoing efforts to develop a regional Unity Studies webpage and to promote participation in global knowledge‑sharing platforms, including webinars and the WHO Community of Practice. Priorities for 2026 include supporting the implementation of Unity protocols, strengthening collaboration and experience sharing across sites, documenting and publishing findings, integrating Unity Studies activities as a component of multi-source national surveillance systems, and building workforce capacity.Dr Nickle Boddington of the Global Influenza Programme (GIP) at WHO Headquarters, which coordinates the Unity Studies Network globally, provided updates on global Unity Studies activities, noting that the network has expanded to 16 sites worldwide. New and updated protocols, including rapid clinical severity assessment tools and standardized data platforms, are being developed to support implementation. The global Community of Practice has also been launched to facilitate technical exchange, and continued support will be provided to sites for protocol adaptation, ethical approvals, and readiness for early investigation during outbreaks. Updates from Unity Studies sites in SEAR in 2025Unity Studies sites shared progress and experiences in implementing protocols across diverse country contexts. Sites initiated activities in 2025 using catalytic funding from SEARO, complemented by the mobilization of internal national resources. The Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research (IEDCR), Bangladesh, reported the adoption and piloting of investigation protocols on non‑seasonal influenza and emerging respiratory diseases during recent avian influenza outbreaks, demonstrating a multi‑source funding approach involving government, WHO and One Health partners.The Hamdard Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (HIMSR), New Delhi, India, highlighted the piloting of household transmission investigation studies, the expansion of the national Unity Studies network, and the contribution of study findings to global evidence through published outputs. The All-India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India, shared experiences from large‑scale seroprevalence studies conducted during the COVID‑19 pandemic, recent efforts to strengthen national Unity network sites through training activities, and plans to initiate multi‑centre studies on respiratory viruses.Similarly, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, highlighted its experience in developing integrated surveillance and diagnostic protocols for multiple respiratory pathogens, enhancing readiness for targeted investigations of emerging threats. The University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, reported ongoing engagement with the Ministry of Health and exploration of additional funding sources to initiate studies. Meanwhile, the National Public Health Laboratory, Nepal, provided updates on continued coordination with national stakeholders to initiate implementation, despite delays related to the country context.Across sites, shared experiences underscored the importance of protocol adaptation, multisectoral collaboration, and sustainable funding to operationalize Unity Studies and generate evidence for public health action.Discussions and Way ForwardThe meeting reinforced key priorities for 2026, including strengthening unity studies protocol implementation, enhancing collaboration, knowledge sharing, integrating research as a component of national multi-source surveillance systems, and ensuring that generated evidence informs public health decision‑making. Participants also emphasized the importance of documentation, visibility, and leveraging multiple funding sources, and agreed on the following action points.Unity Studies Sites and WHO Country Offices:Advance adoption and implementation of at least one Unity protocol, continuing activities initiated in 2025 with catalytic funding, supplemented with other sources of funding where feasible.Document site-specific experiences, outcomes, and lessons learned; participate in regional and global knowledge-sharing platforms including WHO webinars and the Community of Practice.Work closely with ministries of health to establish unified national platforms for translating generated evidence into national public health decision-making. WHO Country Offices may facilitate technical support and complementary, synergistic funding opportunities where feasible. WHO Regional OfficeCoordinate with WHO Country Offices to support implementation of core unity studies activities by network sites through catalytic funding and provide technical guidance and virtual engagement opportunities throughout 2026.Facilitate the participation of all Unity Studies sites in the regional meeting on Unity Studies implementation in October 2026, to be held back‑to‑back with the Annual SEAR Regional PIP‑PC Meeting; develop and host a SEAR Unity Studies website; and mobilize support from academic institutions within the SEAR Unity Studies Network to support the development of regional manuscripts that showcase Unity Studies activities to scientific audiences and promote knowledge‑sharing.Explore complementary funding opportunities and partnerships to sustain and expand network activities across the Region.WHO HeadquartersProvide global technical guidance, updated protocols, and toolkits to support the implementation of Unity Studies in SEAR.Facilitate engagement of SEAR sites in global webinars, the Community of Practice, and opportunities to showcase their work.Support joint publications, inclusion of SEAR experiences in global outputs, and identification of additional funding and collaborative opportunities to strengthen Unity Studies activities.

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Healthy kids, happy faces: Blair Regional YMCA holds annual Healthy Kids Day

HOLLIDAYSBURG — Saturday dawned bright and clear, setting the stage for one of the best Healthy Kids Days ever, organizers said, remembering the rain that dampened last year’s events. With dozens of booths and fun activities galore, families and friends of all ages had the opportunity to get outside, get active and have fun together […]

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Ohio Valley Health Center Helps Patient Rebuild Health, Life

STEUBENVILLE — Helping people who might have fallen through the cracks is one of the many important goals of the Ohio Valley Health Center. And for that, Ray Scurry is a thankful man. The 55-year-old Steubenville resident had operated Heavenly Rides, what was then the largest cab service in the Steubenville area, for about 15 […]

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Can You Really Trust Your Sleep-Tracking Wearable?

As sleep-tracking wearables gain popularity, so does a critical question for consumers and patients alike: Can you actually trust the data on your screen?

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Official race results: NASCAR Cup 2026 Kansas spring race

Reddick is a winner again, besting Larson and Briscoe in a dramatic overtime finish

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Apr 19 • 5:42 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Barcelona star rejects contract renewal offer

A member of the defensive ranks at La Liga giants Barcelona has knocked back a contract renewal proposal from the club.That’s according to Mundo Deportivo, who highlight Andreas Christensen as the B...

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NASCAR Standings Today: Cup Series Points Leaders After Kansas

Sunday’s Cup Series race at Kansas Speedway saw plenty of domination from the likes of Denny Hamlin, Christopher Bell and […]

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Hollywood to home: Upstate N.Y. becomes a hub for filmmakers

Syracuse is transforming itself into a key hub for productions, bringing Hollywood closer to home for its film enthusiasts.

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Apr 19 • 5:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • spectrumlocalnews.com
Denver Nuggets Altitude broadcasts now being offered in Spanish for first time ever

Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announced they have contracted a team to broadcast its games in Spanish for the playoffs.

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Republican senator criticizes Trump’s ‘holy war’ with Pope Leo

Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana, a long supporter of Trump, says president’s feud with the pope is a ‘distraction’

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Close call! Reddick, Hamlin make contact on opening Kansas lap

Tyler Reddick and Denny Hamlin make slight contact while battling for the lead during the opening laps of the Cup Series race at Kansas.

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Dario's Randoms Round 2

Please enjoy a few unique bikes, some new kit, and a porta-potty based conspiracy.

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Is Six Flags (FUN) Turning Ride Upgrades Into a Test of Its Per-Guest Value Strategy?

Six Flags New England recently held an exclusive press preview for Quantum Accelerator, New England’s first dual-launch straddle coaster, alongside broader upgrades to Crackaxle Canyon and park-wide dining and retail offerings. The combination of a headline coaster and enhanced food, beverage, and pass benefits highlights Six Flags’ focus on deepening guest engagement and extracting more value per visit. We’ll now look at how Quantum Accelerator’s debut and related guest-experience...

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How a Sault High graduate helped shape WWII radar and American science leadership

Bernie Arbic will use a PowerPoint presentation at Bayliss Public Library Thursday, April 23, at 6 p.m. to trace the life of DuBridge, from his days at Sault High School to national prominence in science

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Rack Cage Generator Gets Your Gear Mounted

Sometimes, as hackers and makers, we can end up with messy lashed-together gear that is neither reliable nor tidy. Rackmounting your stuff can be a great way to improve the robustness and liveabili…

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VP Sports & Entertainment presents: Wheat Kings alumnus McQueen inks deal with Anaheim Ducks

Roger McQueen has officially joined the flock. The former Brandon Wheat Kings centreman has signed a three-year, entry-level deal with the Anaheim Ducks, the NHL club announced Saturday. McQueen’s contract is set to take effect in the 2026-27 season. Anaheim selected the 6-foot-6, 198-pound forward with the 10th overall pick in the 2025 NHL Draft.…

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Trump signs order to expand access to psychedelic treatments for mental health conditions

US president directs funding, FDA fast-track for psychedelic therapies in mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety | Anadolu

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High School Roundup: Kearney, Secor lead Londonderry softball team

Elisabeth Kearney pitched a one-hitter and Paige Secor cracked two homers for all three RBIs in Londonderry's 3-1 victory over Portsmouth in Division I softball on Friday.

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Defender knocks back Barcelona contract offer

Barcelona are gearing up for a huge summer, but before the transfer window opens, they have a number of contract situations to resolve. The big one centres on Robert Lewandowski, but another whose cur...

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14 defaults I think are worth changing: Windows 11 feels modern, but many out‑of‑box settings push services, tracking, and clutter.

Windows 11 ships ready for cloud and recommendations; this guide shows the 14 default settings to change for better privacy, performance, and clarity.

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Must-win Michigan Senate race turns messy for Democrats amid fight over Israel and future of the party
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What went wrong for Penguins in poor Game 1 showing vs. Flyers

The Penguins were supposed to be the team ready for playoff hockey. Sidney Crosby has almost as much playoff experience as the Flyers’ entire postseason...

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Poll: Trump's approval rating hits second-term low as Americans sour on the economy and Iran war

Two-thirds of Americans disapprove of Trump’s handling of inflation, according to an NBC News Decision Desk Poll, with some cracks emerging in his GOP support.

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Silver City businesses are bracing for National Avenue construction impact

Silver City businesses are bracing for National Avenue construction impact:

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How a must-win Michigan Senate race turned messy for Democrats

Sitting in a coffee shop in his hometown of Ann Arbor, Abdul El-Sayed is ready to dispel the notion that he’s unelectable. “I think there is this notion that electability is about being the least offensive,” he told CNN. “If that were true, why would Donald Trump have won the presidency twice?” Whether he’s right could have enormous ramifications for control of the Senate. Michigan’s open Senate seat is now emerging as a GOP hedge against a potential takeover for Democrats, who need to net four seats to flip the chamber. Losing Michigan would make the Democrats’ task almost impossible, a major reason why a leading Republican outside group just announced plans to pour $45 million into the state this summer and fall to boost former Rep. Mike Rogers, the likely GOP nominee. El-Sayed faces US Rep. Haley Stevens and state Sen. Mallory McMorrow in a battle already riven by divides over Israel, immigration enforcement and health care.

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The California Governor’s Race Is a Debacle

The capital of Blue America can’t find a Democrat to lead it.

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Apr 19 • 7:00 AM EDT • Politics • theatlantic.com
U.S. Rep. candidate taps his millions race

SF tech millionaire spends big in race for Congress.

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Colorado’s lawmakers lie on the ballot, again, to take away TABOR

I know this will shock you, but the system is rigged. Maybe not in the conspiracy-theory, tinfoil-hat way. In the simple, obvious, right-in-front-of-your-face way: politicians get to play by rules you don’t. And every now and then they get so brazen about it, you have to stop and admire the hustle. We Coloradans have been […]

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Curing U.S. Health Care, Part I

In 2008, much to their own surprise, leading Democrats unified around a program of major health care reform. Policy wonks had spent years developing the concepts behind what eventually became Obamacare; big Democratic victories in the 2006 midterms and the prospect of controlling both Congress and the presidency made it possible to imagine turning those ideas into reality. During the Democratic primary, Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama advocated similar plans, based on those ideas, for expanding insurance coverage. And it happened! The Affordable Care Act was enacted in 2010. When it was fully implemented in 2014, millions of Americans got health insurance: Impressive as the raw numbers are, they don’t tell the whole story. Before the ACA, even upper-middle-class Americans often found it impossible to get health insurance if they had pre-existing medical conditions. Many Americans were trapped in jobs they wanted to leave but couldn’t for fear of losing their employment-based coverage. Meanwhile, dire predictions from the usual suspects about runaway costs proved wrong. In fact, overall U.S. medical spending has grown much more slowly since the ACA was enacted than before. But the U.S., alone among advanced nations, still falls far short of providing universal health care. As you can see from the chart above, 8 percent of the population was still uninsured in 2024, a number that is set to rise over the next two years as a result of Republican policies. True, many of the uninsured in 2024 were undocumented immigrants, who we don’t try to cover. But there are still a lot of uninsured. Moreover, a significant number of Americans who have health insurance are in fact underinsured. As a result, they are at risk of incurring devastating healthcare costs and are sometimes forced to forgo needed care. This number is set to rise sharply in the next two years as a result of Republican policies adopted under Donald Trump. And not only is the U.S. unique among advanced countries in its under-provision of health care coverage, it also incurs by far the world’s highest healthcare costs per capita. So now may well be a good time to get behind a new push for major health reform — an effort, if you like, to finish the job begun under Obama. Today’s primer is devoted to the economics of health reform. During his failed effort to repeal the Affordable Care Act, Donald Trump famously complained, “Nobody knew healthcare could be so complicated.” Actually, we did know — and it’s not that complicated. Health economists understand the principles very well. And because health policy varies greatly among advanced nations, we know a lot about what works and what doesn’t. This will be the first in a series about health reform. Beyond the paywall I’ll address the following: 1. Why markets can’t be trusted to deliver healthcare 2. Routes to universal healthcare 3. What works? In a follow-up post I’ll discuss the pros and cons of different approaches, and possible paths forward for the United States.

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‘The current system right now is unsustainable’: top economist sees a crucial crack in the economy

“The current system right now is unsustainable,” one economist said. As baby boomers age, the problems may only intensify.

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We must focus more on the mental health needs of our older adults

The Kansas City practice where this counselor works has seen a 27% increase in services provided to adults over 65 in the past year. | Opinion

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Apr 19 • 6:02 AM EDT • Health • kansascity.com
State politics enters rarely-contested Alamo Heights school board races

Two school board races in Alamo Heights drew challengers this year. Candidates disagree on how to implement controversial education laws.

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Apr 19 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • sanantonioreport.org