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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Students Learn to Mix Human Beats with AI at Berklee

The music world is changing fast. New computer programs can write songs, mix tracks and even suggest new ideas for musicians. At Berklee College of Music in Boston, a special lab is letting students test these tools and think about what it means for their future careers. The lab, called the Emergin

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Politics, Contracts, and Questionable Choices

The spotlight isn’t shining brightly on politics these days. Recently, questions surfaced about how government funds were handed out during a past administration. Five companies caught attention after receiving large sums through deals that lacked clear explanations. Concerns grew when it was noted

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

City steps up as top assistant takes interim manager role in Grand Blanc

The city of Grand Blanc is moving ahead with a plan to keep day-to-day operations running while searching for a permanent leader. Instead of leaving a gap, leaders chose Assistant City Manager Christina Irwin to step into an interim manager position starting June 1. The decision came after Wendy Jea

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Why Trump wants fans to skip Springsteen shows

Donald Trump took a swing at Bruce Springsteen this week, telling fans to skip the singer’s concerts because tickets cost too much. He also called Springsteen a “dried-up prune” who had “bad plastic surgery. ” Usually Trump praises himself in posts, but this time he focused on mocking a musician nea

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Apr 03 2026SCIENCE

Space Rings: The Hidden Weather Radars of Cool Stars

Scientists recently uncovered something cool about small, young stars scattered across our galaxy. These stars, called M dwarfs, often host large donut-shaped rings of superhot gas, or plasma, trapped by their magnetic fields. Instead of just being odd cosmic decorations, these rings are actually wo

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Apr 03 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Wind Makes Tower Cranes Wobble More Than Expected

Tower cranes sway when they lift heavy loads, but strong winds make that wobble unpredictable. Scientists used to assume wind acted in a simple way, like a steady push, but real wind gusts keep changing speed and direction. This makes loads swing in ways old models couldn’t predict. A new study test

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Trump’s next attorney general faces tough odds

President Trump’s search for a permanent attorney general isn’t just about filling a seat—it’s about finding someone willing to ride out political storms. For now, Deputy AG Todd Blanche steps in temporarily, a move that avoids another Senate confirmation battle. But looking back, Trump’s past picks

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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Couples Take the Stage and Stand Their Ground

Janet and Jason Caperna are stepping into the spotlight of season three with a clear message: they will speak up about politics, no matter who watches. They both lean strongly to the left and are ready to defend human rights, minorities, and other causes that matter to them. The couple knows s

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

War in Lebanon: A Long‑Term Crisis

Lebanon is now in the second month of a fierce conflict between Israel and the Iranian‑backed group Hezbollah. The fighting has pushed more than one million people out of their homes, and the Prime Minister says there is no clear end in sight. The Israeli army has launched air strikes and holds f

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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Music Meets Faith: A New Voice in Country and Christian Charts

Brandon Lake, a singer who grew up in South Carolina, is blending gospel melodies with the twang of Nashville. His recent work shows how religious themes can fit into modern country music, a trend that dates back decades. Lake’s latest single with Lainey Wilson, “The Jesus I Know Now, ” drops on Goo

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