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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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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

The Rise of Violent Settler Attacks in the West Bank

In recent months, violence by some Israeli settlers against Palestinians has grown louder and more dangerous. This trend started to notice people after the war with Iran began, but it has been building for years. Experts say that attacks have become bigger and scarier. One researcher at a s

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Oil Money and the Broken Promise in Alaska

In Alaska, people have long asked oil companies to share more of the money they make. Each time a new bill is introduced, the same argument pops up: “If we tax you, you’ll leave. ” The companies say this and the politicians often listen. The claim is simple and scary. If taxes rise, oil firms wil

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Maryland Faces Rising Living Costs, Citizens Call for Change

The state’s residents are increasingly concerned about how expensive it has become to live in Maryland. A recent survey showed that most people see the high cost of living as the biggest problem, followed by worries about taxes and the state budget. Many voters feel that the government is not doi

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Trump Mulls Replacing Attorney General Over Frustration

President Donald Trump has reportedly talked about removing Attorney General Pam Bondi, according to several unnamed insiders. He is unhappy with what he calls her lack of vigor in pursuing his political opponents and how she handled the Epstein investigation. The president has even suggested tha

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Boosting Defense, Cutting Home Programs: Trump’s 2027 Budget Plan

Trump is set to unveil his budget for fiscal year 2027 on Friday. He wants to use the money to strengthen the military a lot. To pay for it, he plans to cut funding from domestic programs and health‑care benefits. The plan could be risky. People are unhappy with the war in Iran and gas pri

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Apr 02 2026SCIENCE

The surprise superpowers of a tiny Mediterranean survivor

Out in the Mediterranean’s murky waters lives a creature most people never notice. Smaller than a thumbnail, this shrimp-like bug—Idotea balthica—quietly holds more genes than humans do. Researchers only noticed because its genetic mix was too complex to ignore. Even now, one-third of those genes mi

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Apr 02 2026CRYPTO

Crypto's Hidden Ties to Big Tech and Finance Raise New Geopolitical Risks

The latest warning from Iran targeting major U. S. companies isn’t just about traditional business threats—it could shake up the crypto world too. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard labeled 18 American firms as "legitimate targets" starting April 1, hoping to retaliate for recent strikes on its soil. While

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