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Apr 27 2026OPINION

Rename the Street, Keep the Truth

The street that once ran straight down Portland’s east side was called 39th Avenue, then renamed César E. Chávez Boulevard after a labor icon. Recent claims of sexual abuse by the same man force the city to decide: keep a name that now feels wrong or choose something that truly honors those who b

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Apr 27 2026SCIENCE

Micelles Turn the Tables on Tough Copper‑Phosphate Waste

A big problem in factories is that copper mixed with phosphate chemicals sticks together so tightly it resists usual cleaning methods. The new trick uses a soap‑like molecule called CTAB that forms tiny bubbles in water. Inside these bubbles the copper‑phosphate is pulled close to iron and a powerfu

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Zenless Zone Zero Gets a Big Season‑End Update

The popular action RPG Zenless Zone Zero is set to hit a major new patch on May 6, wrapping up the second season with fresh story beats and gameplay tweaks. The update, called “Sunset of New Eridu, ” follows the chase for a secret target named Ramiel and will bring two top‑tier agents to the rost

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

IGGYMOB Picks Up Gungrave IP to Revive a Classic Action Series

IGGYMOB has secured the worldwide rights to the action‑heavy title Gungrave from Japan’s RED Entertainment. The move gives the studio control over all game titles, characters and the story world, allowing it to push the brand into new platforms and media. Gungrave first appeared on PlayStation 2 in

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Apr 27 2026OPINION

The Hidden Rules Behind How We Treat Tiny Creatures

Some people think insects only have simple nerves, but research shows they can feel pain. If that is true, it raises the question: do we owe them a moral responsibility? Scientists who study animal sentience argue that many insects react to harmful stimuli in ways similar to vertebrates. They

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Apr 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

Biodiversity Protection: What the Numbers Really Show

Research into how well protected areas stop wildlife loss has grown a lot since 2000, but the picture is still unclear. Most studies use matching techniques to compare places with and without protection, focusing mainly on forest loss as the main measure. Only a single paper even used the Biod

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Pick Three Movies to Watch on Prime Video This Week

Prime Video has a new list of top ten movies, and three stand out for anyone looking for something to stream. The first choice is a fast‑moving thriller that shows up again and again on the charts. It follows a clever thief who plans non‑violent heists along a famous freeway in Los Angeles. The s

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Real Tulsa Show: Why Ethan Hawke’s Series Beats Stallone

Ethan Hawke’s new crime drama set in Tulsa is grabbing attention for a reason. The show follows a down‑turned reporter who digs into the secrets of a powerful local family, drawing on real history for its core mystery. Critics have praised it with a 98% rating, and fans are already excited about the

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Apr 27 2026SPORTS

Kai Trump’s Road Back From Wrist Surgery

Kai Trump stepped away from her golf clubs in November 2025, then had wrist surgery two months later. The operation fixed torn tendons that kept her hand unstable. Three months after the surgery, she played a relaxed round with her dad, Donald Trump Jr. During their game, she gave fans an honest lo

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Zach Bryan’s Nebraska Storm Shuffle: When Nature Wins

Zach Bryan’s outdoor show in Nebraska hit a snag when thunderclouds rolled in fast. Instead of pushing through the risky weather, the musician decided to wrap up early—missing six songs. He shared the setlist online the next day, joking that the lightning made for an exciting finale. But not everyon

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