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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Family First: Why Alex Cora Skipped a New Baseball Job

Alex Cora decided not to jump back into the dugout after leaving the Boston Red Sox, choosing instead to spend time with his young sons in Puerto Rico. The former World Series‑winning manager has made it clear that family is his priority at this point. Earlier this week, the Philadelphia Phillies h

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Red Sox Shake‑Up: A New Coach, a New Vision

The Boston Red Sox made headlines last week when they let go of manager Alex Cora and several key coaches, a move that surprised many but was not a shock to those who know the front office. Craig Breslow, the team’s chief baseball officer and a former left‑handed reliever, has been in charge for thr

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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Powell’s Last Big Meeting: What Comes After

The Federal Reserve is set to keep interest rates unchanged at a meeting that many think will be the final one chaired by Jerome Powell. Last week, a path opened for President Trump’s pick, Kevin Warsh, to be confirmed after the Justice Department decided to end a criminal probe into Powell and t

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

California Governor Debate: A Fresh Look at the Candidates

A debate held at Pomona College drew eight hopefuls for California’s governor seat. The event was watched by students just before the state begins mailing ballots for its June primary. The race is tight, with five contenders hovering near each other in the polls. A televised showdown was seen as a c

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Apr 29 2026OPINION

Nuclear war vs. science: which will end humanity first?

Scientists often chase big ideas—like finding a perfect theory to explain the universe. One physicist, now famous for a $3 million prize, thinks humans might never reach that finish line. Why? Because nuclear war could finish us first. This isn’t just guesswork. The same person helped solve a major

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s New Leader Seeks to Fix Ties With Ukraine Over Minority Issues

Hungary’s freshly elected prime minister, Péter Magyar, wants to sit down with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in western Ukraine to talk about the rights of ethnic Hungarians living there. Magyar, who just took office after beating Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule, isn’t as hostile to Ukraine as

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

School Chief Gets Fresh Contract Amid Questions

The Atlantic City school board is about to vote on renewing Superintendent La'Quetta Small's contract for another five years. This move comes even as critics wonder why she was cleared of past allegations just as the new deal is being discussed. Some see a pattern here: when problems arise, the resp

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Apr 29 2026CRIME

After a mall shooting, officials push for tougher action on gangs

A shooting at a busy Louisiana mall left one teen dead and several others hurt, sparking urgent calls for stronger law enforcement. Officials described the violence as gang-related, raising concerns about how disputes spill into public spaces. The governor emphasized zero tolerance, promising sweeps

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

How a Teen Found Purpose in Political Campaigns

Eighteen-year-olds today face a world that often feels overwhelming. Daily headlines highlight conflicts and problems that seem too big to solve. Many young people wonder if their actions can even make a difference. One volunteer discovered a different perspective while working on a local political

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

When a war starts but no one wins in the end

The recent military actions in the Middle East have left the United States weaker in nearly every possible way. Instead of making America safer or more respected, this conflict has stretched military resources thin, confused allies, and shaken global trust in U. S. leadership. Even though Iran has s

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