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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

Democratic Party’s Israel stance sparks deeper divides

More Democrats now question military aid to Israel than ever before, data shows. Recent Senate votes saw over 30 Democrats oppose weapons sales—a sharp jump from past efforts. Younger party supporters, especially those under 35, increasingly view Israel negatively, polls indicate. This shift isn’t j

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

Building Bridges: How Colleges Are Teaching Students to Talk Across Divides

Across the country, schools are trying something new—not to change politics, but to change how people talk about it. At Rutgers, a project called the "democracy wall" doesn’t push students to pick sides. Instead, it asks them to wish for the nation’s future, and many do the same thing: want unity ov

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Apr 19 2026EDUCATION

Mississippi’s Reading Revival: A Blueprint for Change

Mississippi once hovered at the bottom of national reading rankings, but a shift began in 2013 when new leadership embraced a science‑based approach to literacy. The plan moved beyond simple phonics; it involved overhauling standards, assessments, and accountability to focus on the most struggling s

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

Healthy Weight and Heart Risk: What the 20‑Year Study Reveals

The ATTICA study followed more than a thousand adults from 2002 to 2022, tracking who developed heart problems over two decades. Researchers looked closely at people carrying extra weight but still showing no metabolic issues, a group called metabolically healthy obesity (MHO). They wanted to see if

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

Your vitamin D level today might shape how your brain ages tomorrow

Vitamin D isn’t just about keeping bones strong—it could also guard your brain against dementia. A recent study tracked almost 800 adults from their 30s and 40s, measuring their vitamin D levels and later scanning their brains for signs of Alzheimer’s. Those with higher levels had noticeably less ta

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

Behind the Scenes: What Unpaid Dementia Caregivers Actually Do in the U. S.

Most people picture dementia care as round-the-clock supervision of memory loss and confusion. But a hidden workload exists before any symptoms even show up—managing doctor visits, sorting prescriptions, and arguing with insurance companies. A recent deep dive into research uncovered how ordinary fa

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Pope’s Call for Mercy Sparks Trump’s Attack on “Crime”

The new American pope has spoken out against harsh immigration tactics, war in Iran and violence, urging leaders to welcome strangers. He also called on the world to pray for forgiveness, a message that fits his role as head of the Catholic Church. In response, former President Trump blasted h

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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

Coatis Carry a Common Anaplasma Strain in Brazil’s Forest

In the Iguaçu National Park, researchers collected blood from 73 coatis across three locations. They used PCR tests to look for DNA from several tick‑borne bacteria and parasites: Anaplasma, Ehrlichia, Borrelia, and piroplasms. Almost half of the animals—about 48%—showed Anaplasma DNA, while n

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Three Democrats Debate While Fundraising Grows for Downing

In Helena, the three challengers to incumbent Troy Downing sat down for their first debate. The tone was calm, and the candidates often agreed more than they disagreed. Downing’s campaign has raised a lot of money, showing strong support. The Democrats are finding it harder to match that fina

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Apr 18 2026SPORTS

NBA Leader Adam Silver Wins Innovation Award

Adam Silver, a former lawyer who grew up in Rye, New York, entered the NBA as a junior staffer in 1992. He moved quickly through roles—from special assistant to chief of staff, then president of NBA Entertainment—before becoming commissioner in 2014. Over the last decade, he has guided basketball in

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