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Apr 14 2026FINANCE

A hard look at the growing job gap for young people in developing nations

Experts gathering in Washington this week have more on their minds than the current Middle East conflict—even though the fighting there could slow down the world’s economy. A much bigger worry is the fact that, over the next fifteen years, developing countries will need to create 1. 2 billion jobs j

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Classic Crime Thriller Still Thrills on Prime

Prime Video offers a lineup of crime thrillers that keeps viewers hooked, yet one film from 2010 continues to shine brighter than newer releases. The platform’s constant stream of fresh originals and movies means old titles can easily be forgotten, but this particular movie stands out even after six

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

DHS Looks Into Alleged Unlawful Nanny Hire for Swalwell Family

A new probe by the Department of Homeland Security has opened a fresh chapter in the saga surrounding California congressman Eric Swalwell, who recently paused his run for governor. The investigation focuses on claims that the Swalwells employed a Brazilian nanny who lacked legal work status in the

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Discovering the Hidden Genes Behind Ginkgo’s Toxic Seeds

The seeds of Ginkgo biloba hold a nasty secret: they produce a poison called ginkgotoxin and its sugar‑bound form. Scientists wanted to know which genes make these chemicals, but the details were fuzzy. Using a step‑by‑step RNA sequencing plan, researchers collected seed samples at different grow

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Beyonce? Not Yet: Why Bieber’s Quiet Set Sparks a Big Debate

Bieber headlined Coachella with a low‑key show that left many fans divided. He chose simple staging, no dancers, and spent a chunk of his set looking up old songs on YouTube. Some viewers called it lazy, especially when compared to the flashy performance by another female headliner who wowed with co

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sci-Fi\'s Heavy Hitters Hit a Rough Patch

Back in the 1960s, two TV shows changed science fiction forever. One sent a time-traveling alien doctor across history, while the other sent a starship crew boldly where no one had gone before. Both became cultural giants, spawning decades of adventures. But now, these once-dominant franchises face

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Saturday Night Live takes on witness descriptions after a pretend crime

A recent Saturday Night Live sketch turned the usual idea of crime witness descriptions upside down by making them a punchline. Actor Colman Domingo played a teacher who watched an armed robbery with students, then struggled to give police useful details. Instead of focusing on the robber’s face or

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Quick, Fun Crime Show That’s Easy to Watch in One Go

A new Netflix show from 2024 is getting attention for being short, funny, and packed with mystery. The series follows three podcasters who visit a small Irish town called Bodkin to dig into a cold case. The town hides secrets, and the trio—an eager American, a sharp journalist, and a curious researc

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Peru’s crowded race for president in troubled times

Peru is holding its latest presidential election with 35 candidates running to lead a country that has cycled through eight presidents in a decade. The vote comes as violence and corruption dominate public frustration, pushing many voters to see politicians as untrustworthy. Crime has spiked sharply

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Apr 13 2026OPINION

How Close-To-Home Violence Shapes Our View of Crime

Fear doesn’t always come from faraway places. For a young kid, it can creep in through familiar faces - the uncles who looked like killers, the scout leaders who didn’t seem dangerous until they were. The first time crime felt intimate was when news reached a 7-year-old about a monster hiding in pla

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