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Apr 05 2026CRIME

Psychiatrist’s Oxycodone Deal Leaves Family Griefful

The case came to light when a Manhattan court heard that a psychiatrist, Marianne Gillow, had supplied thousands of oxycodone pills to the staff of an ESPN producer in 2019. Gillow had been treating Maura Mandt, a well‑known executive who was not allowed to use opioids. She admitted that she illegal

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

King Charles Faces Call to Meet Epstein Survivors in U. S. Trip

Virginia Giuffre’s family has asked King Charles to meet with survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse during his upcoming visit to the United States. The request comes two days after Giuffre’s one‑year death anniversary, a time that the family feels is symbolic for seeking justice and recognition. The

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

Red Sox Players Face New Injury Updates

The Red Sox team shared fresh injury news on Saturday. Triston Casas, a 26‑year‑old first baseman, has cleared a rib problem that surfaced after he was out of action earlier this week. He will start hitting off a tee on Monday, according to the team’s manager. The rib discomfort began when Ca

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

Guardians Fans Say Goodbye to Long‑Time Voice While He Recovers

The Cleveland Guardians opened their season with a win, but the familiar voice that fans have heard for decades was missing from the ballpark’s speakers. Bob Tayek, who has called games at Progressive Field for 26 seasons, will be absent for at least the first half of the 2026 season because of heal

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Rethinking Post‑Birth Care: A New Tool for Rural and Minority Mothers

Recent work has built a tool that flags mothers who might need extra help in the first month after giving birth. The calculator was trained on data from New York City hospitals between 2016 and 2018, where it could predict readmissions or emergency visits with a moderate success rate (an AUC of 0. 6

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Apr 05 2026SCIENCE

Blue Light, Fresh Ideas: A Plant‑Made Tool for Spotting Antibiotics and Fending Off Fake Goods

Hydrangea flowers are turned into tiny, glowing dots that shine blue under UV light. The dots contain nitrogen and emit bright light when exposed to 365‑nanometer radiation, but they fade quickly – within half an hour. This rapid loss of glow makes them useful as a “single‑use” security mark that ca

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Living Well After 50: Simple Steps for a Happier Life

People often think aging means slowing down, but many studies show that staying active, curious, and connected can keep the body and mind sharp. One key idea is “thriving, ” which means feeling fulfilled even when life throws challenges your way. A good start is moving regularly. Even a short walk

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Risk of Stroke Tied to Long‑Term Fat Burden in Older Chinese Adults

A recent study followed a large group of middle‑aged and older adults in China to see how long‑term fat around the belly affected their chances of having a stroke. Instead of looking at just one moment in time, researchers measured a special score called METS‑VF that combines several health indic

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Healthy Habits Cut Colon Cancer Risk

Eating a diet rich in whole grains, colorful fruits and vegetables, and fatty fish can lower the chance of getting colon cancer. Studies show that snacking on at least 90 grams of whole grains each day can cut risk by about 17 %. Fiber helps keep the gut moving, feeds good bacteria, and stops

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Vice‑President Role Back in Cameroon: What It Means

Cameroonian lawmakers have voted to bring back the vice‑president post after a long pause. The decision was made by both houses of parliament, where the ruling party held a strong majority. A vote of 200 to 18 shows that the change has wide support among those in power. The new rules say that if Pr

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