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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

Pennsylvania’s fundraising race: who’s really ahead?

Pennsylvania’s political money game just wrapped up its first financial quarter, and the numbers tell a clear story about where support is coming from. State Treasurer Stacy Garrity, a Republican, pulled in over a million dollars from January to March, but fell far behind Democratic Governor Josh Sh

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Apr 09 2026SCIENCE

Exploring the Big Ideas Hiding in Tiny Particles and Space

Some of the most confusing scientific concepts—like how the universe began or how gravity really works—can feel like they belong only in complicated textbooks. But an innovative approach turns these heavy topics into something more relatable. By mixing science with storytelling, one author shows how

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Science clues that make some scientists rethink atheism

Astronauts floating above Earth often come back feeling something big, not just in their bones but in their beliefs. The view of our tiny blue planet against the endless dark seems to stretch their thoughts beyond numbers and equations. Reports from space travelers over decades show this pattern—fro

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

EPA Chief Sparks Debate After Dropping Key Climate Rule

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency recently told a group of climate change doubters to "celebrate" after scrapping a major rule that had shaped federal efforts to fight global warming for over a decade. Speaking at a conference run by a conservative think tank that questions mainstream

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Apr 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Music and Health Care Join Forces

A band known for bold performances just teamed up with a major health organization to offer something unexpected at their concerts. Florence + the Machine, famous for their dramatic stage shows, is working with Planned Parenthood to set up booths at some tour stops. These booths won’t sell merch—the

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Should kids get their measles shot earlier in Michigan?

Michigan has seen a handful of measles cases pop up recently, with seven in Washtenaw County and one in Monroe County. Health experts are urging parents in seven counties to think about giving their babies a measles vaccine sooner than usual. Normally, kids get their first dose around their first bi

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Apr 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

Snowy savings accounts are disappearing in the West

Winter in the western U. S. used to work like a natural savings account for water. Snow piled up in the mountains during cold months, then slowly melted to fill rivers and reservoirs when summer arrived. But the winter of 2025-26 broke the old rules. Record warmth turned what should have been snow i

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

China's Moon Plan: Why 2030 Could Be a Gamechanger

China is racing to land astronauts on the moon by 2030, and it’s not just about planting a flag. While NASA’s Artemis program grabs headlines with crewed flybys, Beijing’s ambition reflects a bigger push for space leadership—one that mixes technical skill, strategic timing, and quiet rivalry. The c

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Print in the Digital Age: How One Company Merges Old and New

Back in the 1990s, a small print shop started in a family garage, turning out carbon copies and business forms on clunky machines. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was dependable—something companies relied on when digital spreadsheets weren’t an option. Today, that shop still exists, though now it balanc

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

How Trump's Iran Move Showed His Playbook in Action

Trump’s decision on Iran didn’t come out of nowhere. Experts who studied his patterns saw it coming because his style is consistent—he starts tough, then shifts course when it suits him. Instead of softening demands over time, he begins with extreme threats to grab attention. In Iran’s case, he warn

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