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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Streamlined Powder Test: Using Pictures Instead of Lab Machines

Dry powder inhalers need a quick way to check how fine their particles are. Scientists usually rely on a big machine called the next‑generation impactor and then run a slow liquid test to measure the results. The new method replaces that slow step with smart image analysis. Images of the po

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

The Busy Life of Indiana’s Secretary of State

In Indiana, a man named Diego Morales is known for being in almost every event that matters to the Republican Party. He rarely talks to the press, but he shows up at dinners, conferences, and local celebrations with a camera ready for his next photo op. His calendar is full: he attends county din

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Mar 30 2026FINANCE

Crypto Stocks Near Bottom Before Earnings

Wall Street research firm Bernstein thinks crypto‑linked shares are close to a bottom as the market heads into first‑quarter earnings. The sector has lost about 60 % of its value since reaching highs in October 2025, creating large opportunities for investors. Geopolitical tensions and short‑term

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Mar 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Crypto Money Helps Buy Cheap Drones for Russia and Iran

When people want to buy a cheap drone online, it is hard for governments to know who bought it and why. The new study shows that groups connected to Russia and Iran are using digital money, or crypto, to pay for these drones. Crypto is recorded on a public ledger called the blockchain. By looking a

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Mar 30 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Celebrate Another Birthday Day

The calendar marks March 30, 2026 as a day when many well‑known figures turn another year older. The list features singers, actors, musicians and even historical icons. A headline name is the voice that has touched millions—she was born in Quebec and now reaches 58. In the same day, a legendary gui

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Mar 30 2026CRIME

Close Encounters With Crime

In a city full of stories, some people have lived beside or heard about crimes that seemed almost fictional. A group of residents shared encounters with infamous killers and cold cases, each tale different from the last. One neighbor’s father once hosted a party that included a victim’s brother, sh

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Genes, Family and Bullying: What Makes Some Kids Targets?

Bullying can leave deep scars on a child’s mind, and scientists are trying to figure out why some kids become victims while others don’t. A new study looked at twins, their parents and siblings to untangle the mix of genes and surroundings that might make a child more likely to be bullied. Research

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Microbes and bugs: How gut bacteria change infection risks in fruit flies

When tiny fruit flies eat, their gut bacteria might help decide whether they survive an infection or not. Scientists studied four types of these flies by messing with their tiny gut communities. First they weakened the bacteria living inside some of the flies. Then they exposed all the flies to harm

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Mar 30 2026EDUCATION

Philadelphia’s arts scene after a major university leaves

Philadelphia learned a tough lesson in 2024 when a historic arts university shut down. Thousands of students, artists, and teachers had to figure out what comes next. The city’s creative world didn’t collapse, but it did feel the ripple effects everywhere—from classrooms to neighborhood studios. Tw

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

Football vs Real Needs: A Highway Protest in Mexico

On a Saturday, a busy Mexico City highway turned into a football field—not for practice, but for a protest. Demonstrators played matches on the wide ring road, painting the asphalt white to mark the goals. They wore jerseys from local clubs and even an Italian team, showing team spirit while making

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