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Apr 11 2026CELEBRITIES

When a personal assistant feels gagged by NDAs and a tough work environment

A former personal assistant has filed a lawsuit against Howard Stern and his wife Beth, arguing that her firing came with unenforceable paperwork and an unpleasant workplace. Leslie Kuhn worked for them from late 2022 until February 2024, starting as an office manager before moving into a larger rol

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Apr 11 2026WEATHER

Chilly Saturday, windy Sunday ahead for Chicago

The weekend in Chicago is shaping up to be a mixed bag. Saturday stays cool with highs around 47°F downtown, while suburbs may climb to the upper 50s or low 60s. Light rain could pop up Saturday evening and linger into the night, making an umbrella a smart move. Sunday throws a curveball. Temperatu

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

What to Watch in Markets This April

A temporary pause in fighting between the U. S. and Iran has given investors fresh hope, lifting stocks sharply after weeks of sharp drops. The Dow Jones jumped over 1, 300 points in a single day this week—the biggest gain since early 2025—after leaders announced a two-week break in military action.

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Apr 11 2026OPINION

Why some say courts shouldn’t let faith override child safety

A recent court decision suggests that preventing harmful practices might violate free speech, at least when it comes to conversion therapy. The case involved a therapist claiming Colorado’s ban on the practice blocked her from offering treatment aligned with her beliefs. But here’s the catch: conver

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Apr 11 2026FINANCE

Why Crypto Savings Now Pay Less Than Safe Bank Accounts

A few years ago, crypto promised big rewards for people willing to take on extra risks. The idea was simple: lock up your digital coins in lending platforms and earn more than your bank would give you. That deal no longer exists. Today, the top DeFi lending platform Aave offers less than 2% yearly

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Ketamine in surgery and its surprising effect on pain relief

In many back surgeries, patients end up taking strong painkillers for days after the operation. This can be risky especially for those who already use opioids regularly. One new approach involves giving patients a small dose of ketamine during surgery instead of relying only on usual pain medicines.

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Apr 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Book That Questions Our Idea of Civilization

What if the world ended quietly, not with fire but with a virus? A young scientist survives while millions die. Alone but alive, he wanders streets emptied of people, only to find others—but most are broken by loss. Together they form a small group, trying to rebuild. But rebuilding what, exactly?

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Apr 10 2026POLITICS

Can Iran and the U. S. actually find peace before the next fight?

The odds of lasting peace between Iran and the U. S. are slim at best. Even with a temporary cease-fire, history shows temporary pauses rarely lead to permanent solutions. Leaders on both sides have strong reasons to keep tensions alive. The U. S. can’t ignore Iran blocking a key shipping route. Isr

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Apr 10 2026BUSINESS

White House Cracks Down on Government Bets During Iran Tensions

In late March, officials sent a memo warning staff not to use insider knowledge to bet on market movements tied to Iran. The email came just hours after a high-ranking official announced plans to delay potential military action against Iranian energy sites. Some staffers may have thought the delay w

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Apr 10 2026POLITICS

New Settlement Push Adds Fuel to West Bank Tensions

Israel quietly approved 34 new West Bank outposts in early April, a move condemned by Palestinian leaders as a direct break from international rules. While the government didn’t issue a formal announcement, local media broke the news after military censors cleared the details for publication. Most o

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