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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

New Games, New Rules: The Big Debate Over Prediction Sites

Prediction sites let people bet on almost anything, from sports scores to movie winners. They have grown fast and now attract millions of users who love the thrill of guessing outcomes. Some argue they’re just another form of gambling, while others say they offer useful data that can help businesses

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Apr 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Sol Rodriguez Joins Strand Entertainment

The talent agency Strand Entertainment has brought Sol Rodriguez into its roster, offering her new management opportunities. Known for playing Sasha Bordeaux in the superhero show Peacemaker on HBO Max, Rodriguez also starred as the main female character in Netflix’s holiday comedy Holiday in the

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

City Fines Spark Lawsuit From Former Mayoral Candidate

A former mayoral contender in Portland is suing the city after a series of fines hit his campaign. The auditor’s office levied $2, 400 in October for allegedly using city money to boost a Wikipedia page. Later, after the November election, a $9, 000 penalty was imposed for not returning donations th

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Sexual Change Therapy: Who Benefits and Why

The study looked at people who had tried to change their sexual attraction. It gathered answers from 183 adults, most of whom were men (70%) and a smaller group of women (30%). The researchers compared those who had done therapy aimed at altering same‑sex attraction with people who had not. They als

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Tax Talk: Democrats, Dollars and Dilemmas

The debate inside the Democratic Party is heating up around a simple question: who should pay taxes and how much? A growing number of hopefuls for 2026 state races and the 2028 presidential race are offering tax‑cut plans that sound appealing to voters who feel stretched by rising costs. Senat

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Cheese Recall Sparks Debate Over Raw Dairy Safety

A California dairy has pulled its cheddar products after health officials tied them to a recent E. coli outbreak that sickened nine people across three states. The firm, RAW FARM LLC, agreed to the recall “under protest, ” insisting it was not responsible for the illnesses. The move comes after week

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Healthy Habits After Stomach Surgery: What Really Helps You Stay Strong

After a stomach operation for cancer, many people lose weight and may become underweight. This loss can hurt recovery and life quality. Researchers looked at how daily habits after surgery affect weight, especially focusing on exercise, smoking, and drinking. They examined a large group of patients

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Pain Relief from Your Grocery Cart

Chronic pain affects many people every day. Doctors often give pills that only hide the symptoms and can cause new problems. A growing body of research shows that certain foods can calm the inflammation that fuels pain, sometimes matching the effect of common pain medicines without the side effects.

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Cleaning Chaos: Why Kids Are Getting Hurt at Home

In many homes, tiny hands reach for bright bottles and packets that look like toys. These items hide dangerous chemicals that can burn skin, hurt eyes, or make children sick if swallowed. Between 2007 and 2022, about 240, 800 little ones under five went to emergency rooms because of such produ

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Wisconsin Judges and Georgia Rep Race Set the Stage for Fall Elections

In Wisconsin, voters will choose a new justice for the state Supreme Court while Georgia’s 14th District holds a runoff to replace former Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. The outcomes could signal how the political climate is shifting ahead of the midterms. The Wisconsin contest pits Democrat

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