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Apr 22 2026LIFESTYLE

Dresses That Hide Tummy While Looking Stylish and Affordable

Summer calls for light, comfortable clothes—but comfort doesn’t have to mean sacrificing style. Many women worry about finding dresses that feel both breezy and flattering. Loose fits, strategic ruching, and smart fabric choices can help balance comfort with confidence. Whether heading to work or ou

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Apr 22 2026ENVIRONMENT

Colorado braces for high fire risk as dry winds sweep in

A large stretch of the Great Plains, including most of Colorado, is now under fire weather alerts this week. The concern isn’t just the heat—it’s the combo of bone-dry air, gusty winds, and unusually warm temperatures that could spark wildfires fast. Forecasters expect parts of Colorado’s I-25 corri

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

How kids mix up AI and human-made things online

Researchers tested how well kids tell AI-created content apart from human-made stuff. They worked with 37 children aged 6 to 10 who listened to a story about a fictional AI robot called SmartBot. The robot could write stories, generate pictures, and produce artwork. After the story, the kids looked

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Apr 21 2026EDUCATION

Learning How to Talk With Police When You’re Stopped

High school driving classes often cover the basics of safe roads, but they rarely teach students what to do when a police officer pulls them over. In recent years, several incidents have highlighted the need for clear guidance on how to handle stops without escalating tension. A common scenario sta

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

U. S. Mining Company Misleads About Congo Operations

A U. S. firm that helped the Trump team secure minerals from the Democratic Republic of Congo has been found to exaggerate its experience in mining. The company, called Virtus Minerals, bought a set of mines from Chemaf for thirty million dollars in March. On its website it claimed to run a copper a

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Apr 21 2026WEATHER

Sunny Day with a Touch of Cloud

The day will start off bright, but clouds may appear as the morning goes on. Temperatures are expected to climb to about 53°F, which will feel a bit warmer at roughly 57°F. At night the low should dip to around 41°F. A gentle wind will blow from the south at about 7 mph, keeping the air breezy

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Apr 21 2026WEATHER

Cold Weather and Pollen Alert for Staten Island

Staten Island residents can expect a sharp temperature dip after Monday’s brief showers. The National Weather Service says it will be partly sunny in the morning, with a high around 54°F. At night, the temperature will plunge nearly 20 degrees, settling near 34°F by Tuesday morning. Sunlight

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Apr 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tesla’s Self-Driving Hype Leaves Owners Feeling Tricked

Back in 2017, Tom LoSavio dropped over $100, 000 on a Tesla Model S, convinced by promises that his car would one day drive itself. He paid an extra $8, 000 for “lifetime” access to what Tesla called its most advanced autonomous features. Nine years later, LoSavio feels cheated. He’s now leading a l

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Apr 21 2026TECH

Tesla faces legal heat after fatal crash settlement

A recent court case in Florida has reached a quiet conclusion. The parents of a driver involved in a 2018 crash have settled a lawsuit tied to their son's death. The accident happened when their 18-year-old son was driving a Tesla Model S at high speed, losing control and crashing into barriers. His

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Sticker Shock: Why New Drugs Cost So Much, Even with Price Talks

Drug prices have been climbing again, even after some big promises about keeping costs down. A recent Senate report dug into how companies that struck deals with the White House still hiked prices on hundreds of medications. And the numbers are shocking: new drugs often launch with price tags over $

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