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Apr 15 2026RELIGION

Finding Peace Between Science and Faith

A medical student once thought science and belief were forever at odds. When he treated patients who faced death, the calm of those with strong faith surprised him and made him question his own stance. A simple question from an elderly woman – “Doctor, what do you believe? ” – forced him to confront

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Apr 15 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin Faces a $75, 000 Check‑Point

Bitcoin is stuck at a key price point and cannot keep moving higher. After a brief climb to about $76, 000, it fell back near $73, 900. The price is being watched closely because $75, 000 acts as both a goal and a limit. Other major cryptocurrencies like ether, XRP and solana are also dropp

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Apr 15 2026BUSINESS

Savannah’s Small Business Week Gets a Fresh Start

The city of Savannah is gearing up for its annual Small Business Week, which will run from May 4 to May 8. The highlight is the Mayor’s Small Business Conference on May 6, where entrepreneurs can learn from peers and city leaders. Registration is open online but will close on April 24 or sooner if s

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Apr 15 2026LIFESTYLE

Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort in a Glastonbury Home

The house at 2163 Main St. was built in 1850 and sits just a block from Glastonbury’s town center. Its Greek Revival style gives it an old‑world feel, yet the interior shows a clear focus on today’s needs. The property covers more than an acre and offers over 3, 800 square feet of living space. T

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Long‑Acting Medicines: A New Road for Moms and Kids

A recent meeting gathered doctors, researchers, patient groups, regulators and pharma to talk about medicines that stay in the body for weeks or months. The main goal was to make sure pregnant women, nursing mothers and children can safely use these new drugs. Three questions guided the talks:

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Apr 15 2026FINANCE

Rand‑Friendly Loans Boost South Africa’s Private Sector

The International Finance Corporation and Citigroup have launched a new borrowing arrangement worth 98 million dollars in South African rand. This move is part of a larger effort by development banks to reduce the risk that comes from currency mismatches in emerging markets. Local‑currency loans ar

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Apr 15 2026OPINION

Alaska’s Budget Puzzle: Why Money and Politics Don’t Match

A senator who began her career in the state legislature two decades ago remembers how Alaska’s budget keeps swinging between deficits and surpluses. The state relies on big chunks of federal money or high oil prices to pay for schools, roads and other services. When those sources shrink, the budget

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Apr 15 2026OPINION

Trump’s Shocking Claim: A Lesson in Trust and Truth

A former president posted a photo that made him look like a saint. He then said the picture showed him as a doctor or a Red Cross worker, not a religious figure. The claim was quickly deleted after people cried out. He followed the same pattern he’s used before: lie, blame the press, and ke

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Georgia’s College Shake‑Up: A New Path or a Backward Step?

Georgia has rolled out a sweeping plan that will change where students study and which subjects are taught. The government says the move aims to match job needs and spread universities across the country, but critics say it is a step away from Europe and toward Russia. The new rule, called “one f

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Japan Opens Arms Trade to Allies, Drawing Global Attention

Japan is set to relax its strict arms export rules, a move that has caught the eye of countries from Poland to the Philippines. The decision follows President Donald Trump’s uncertain stance on defense commitments and the ongoing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, which have strained U. S. weapon suppli

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