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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

San Diego Lab Space: Empty Buildings, New Moves

San Diego’s science labs are mostly empty. About a third of the space sits unused, which is almost as high as it has ever been. The city’s rental rates are dropping and landlords offer more discounts, so some companies are stepping in. The latest data shows a split scene. Venture money is coming ba

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Newborn Shots: Why Skipping Hepatitis B Could Bring Back a Hidden Threat

A new study shows that fewer babies are getting the hepatitis B vaccine in recent years. The drop is more than 10 percent from 2023 to August 2025, a trend that worries doctors. Hepatitis B is not as obvious as measles. It travels through blood or body fluids, so parents think newborns are sa

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Life in Iran After the Bombing: Fear and Hope

After weeks of air attacks, many Iranians try to keep their daily routines. Shops stay open and parks fill with families on sunny days. Yet the damage from bombs and internet shutdowns weighs heavily on everyone. People worry that once peace talks finish, the government might tighten its grip even

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Apr 18 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Skeptic Turns Spotlight on Bitcoin

Ben McKenzie, once famous for a teen drama, now leads a new film that looks at the ups and downs of digital money. In his office, he wears a T‑shirt that carries the logo of FTX, the crypto exchange that collapsed after its founder was convicted of fraud. He admits his spouse won’t let him wear it a

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Apr 18 2026CRYPTO

Banks May Shift to Ethereum as Its Reliability Improves

Raoul Pal, a well‑known macro investor, argues that banks will eventually adopt Ethereum. He counters the earlier claim that “Ethereum is dead” by highlighting how financial institutions value proven, stable systems. Pal notes that banks fear losing jobs if they switch to untested technology; theref

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

States Roll Out New Laws in Honor of Charlie Kirk

In Kansas, lawmakers passed a rule that lets students sue their colleges if the schools restrict free speech. The law also says that outdoor spaces on campus must stay open for anyone to talk, and it limits the fees security can charge for student events. A Kansas senator said the bill was made afte

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Apr 18 2026SPORTS

Chiefs Eye Fresh Receiver to Boost Offense

The Kansas City Chiefs aim to strengthen their offense for the 2026 season. Their general manager, Brett Veach, is focused on a new wide‑receiver talent that can help quarterback Patrick Mahomes return to playoff contention. The team holds the ninth pick in the upcoming draft, and it is clear that t

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Trusted Tech: Freedom’s New Battleground

Technology is no longer just a tool for growth; it has become the engine that decides whether people live freely or are quietly controlled. In today’s world, the real fight is between those who build open systems that let people choose and those who shape tech to keep power in a few hands. Big

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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

New Paths in Evolution: Honoring a Trailblazer

Roger Butlin devoted his life to unraveling how species arise and change. He began his work by questioning long‑held ideas about natural selection, looking for ways to test evolutionary theories with real data. His studies showed that small genetic differences can lead to big changes in how or

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

China’s Clean Tech Exports Surge as Global Energy Shifts

China has seen a sharp rise in the export of clean‑energy products during March, showing that its manufacturers are capitalising on a worldwide shift toward alternative power sources. The surge comes as conventional energy supplies face uncertainty, partly due to the conflict in Iran. The biggest j

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