Apr 23 2026SCIENCE

Gene Therapy Gives New Hope for Deaf Teens

A study followed people with a specific genetic hearing loss called OTOF‑related deafness for two and a half years after they received a gene therapy....

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

Do Insurance Plans Affect Knee Injury Recovery?

Research shows that young patients with Medicaid often face longer waits before getting help for knee injuries compared to those with private insuranc...

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

The Money Behind PRP Research: Who Really Shapes the Science?

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections are everywhere these days—athletes swear by them for faster recovery, doctors use them for joint pain, and clini...

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

Where Measles Cases Are Rising in New Jersey—and Why Vaccines Matter

New Jersey is joining other states in setting up teams to boost public health efforts, especially after recent shifts in national health guidelines. T...

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Apr 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix’s New Hit Stays at the Top in Many Countries

A movie about a father’s journey after a crash that nearly takes his son’s life is now a global favorite. The film, released in April, quickly climbed...

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Apr 23 2026SPORTS

Flyers Beat Penguins in a Wild, 5‑2 Thriller

The Flyers swept the Penguins with a decisive 5‑2 win in Game 3, sparking a roar from a packed arena that had been empty for eight years. A flurry ...

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Faces First-Quarter Losses Despite Revenue

A major real estate finance company recently shared its financial results for the first three months of the year, and the numbers weren’t good. Instea...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Life in limbo: A gay activist's fight for safety in America

Hossam Mohamed, known to friends as Maha, came to Maine in 2023 seeking safety from persecution in Egypt for his sexuality and LGBTQ+ activism. He fou...

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Apr 23 2026OPINION

Virginia weighs risky dental cuts in budget squeeze

Virginia lawmakers face tough choices as they look for ways to balance the state budget. One proposal under review would limit Medicaid dental coverag...

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Apr 23 2026CRIME

A Long Wait for Justice: How a Baby’s Death Led to a Father’s Freedom

In 1998, a tragic event shook a Denver family when a four-month-old baby died shortly after being rushed to the hospital. Stephen Martinez, who had be...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Journalist Killed in Lebanon After Israeli Airstrike

The body of a Lebanese reporter was pulled from the wreckage of a house in southern Lebanon late Wednesday night. The house had been struck by an Isra...

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

Books by Black authors that teach smart money moves

Money habits start early, often shaped by what we saw—and didn’t see—around us as kids. Whether you’re aiming to ditch debt, start investing, or simpl...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Why COVID vaccine effectiveness research got blocked

Health experts recently stopped a study from being published that looked at whether COVID-19 vaccines were preventing serious illness in adults. The r...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

How D. C. is debating curfews for young people

The D. C. Council moved closer to making youth curfews permanent after eight members voted in favor during a recent meeting. If approved again in May,...

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Apr 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Apple TV's crime drama with top actors gets even better with time

A strong cast can make a show more enjoyable, but does it really save a weak plot? Apple TV's legal thriller "Presumed Innocent" proves that talented ...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Three Politicians Hit With Kalshi Penalties Over “Insider” Trades

Kalshi, a site where people bet on future events, has stepped in to block and fine three U. S. House hopefuls for trading on markets that involve thei...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

New face joins watchdog panel amid political storm

The state’s top lawyer just filled a key gap in Washington’s campaign finance team. Matt Segal, a former judge and lawyer, now sits on the Public Disc...

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Apr 23 2026SPORTS

A new home for soccer dreams

A shiny new training center in New Jersey is raising expectations for the future of soccer in America. The facility, built by Red Bull, covers 80 acre...

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Green Card Holders at the Border: A Case About Proof and Power

The Supreme Court justices recently heard arguments in a case that could change how green card holders are treated at U. S. borders. The debate isn’t ...

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

Breaking Down the Brain Delivery Problem in Alzheimer’s Treatment

Alzheimer’s isn’t just about memory loss—it’s a slow shutdown of the brain’s wiring. For years, scientists have tried to fix this by sending treatment...

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