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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

Final frost alert: is your garden ready?

This weekend’s cold snap in Albuquerque isn’t just a random chill—it’s part of a bigger pattern. After weeks of unseasonably warm March days that had people planting early, forecasters now warn a late freeze could damage tender plants. The North Valley will see the worst of it, with temperatures dro

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Apr 16 2026EDUCATION

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the public’s trust fast. Ten years ago, over half of Americans trusted colleges to do the right thing. Today, barely one in three feels the same way. The drop

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Apr 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Rare earths vs reindeer: Sweden's green push clashes with indigenous life

Sweden dreams of becoming Europe’s green energy hub, but a giant mining project could crush that dream for some. Near Kiruna, one of the world’s largest underground iron mines, a new rare earths deposit called Per Geijer could soon open. The Swedish government wants it fast-tracked because Europe ne

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

Can your pillow harm your eyes?

New research suggests how you sleep might quietly affect your vision. A study found that stacking pillows or bending your neck sharply while sleeping can slightly increase eye pressure. This happens because folded necks squeeze veins, slowing blood flow to the eyes. Over time, this might worsen glau

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Apr 16 2026FINANCE

Global Money Talks: Japan and US Boost Currency Coordination

Japan and the United States have decided to increase their discussions about currency values following a meeting between their top finance officials. This move comes as both countries watch the Japanese yen hover near a key level that triggered past currency interventions. Japan’s finance minister p

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Apr 15 2026SPORTS

A Fresh Start After a Storm in Sports Media

When photos of a sports reporter and an NFL coach surfaced, the public’s eye turned sharp. The images showed them together in a hotel resort, leading to questions about their relationship and the reporter’s professional boundaries. The buzz grew quickly, pushing the journalist to resign from her rol

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Apr 15 2026EDUCATION

Schools Must Fight AI‑Made Deepfakes, Says State Education Office

The Massachusetts Department of Education sent a letter to all school leaders warning that sharing non‑consensual AI images is illegal and urging them to stop the spread. The notice followed a report that only nine of 113 district policies mention AI‑generated sexual harassment, and just five say st

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Apr 15 2026WEATHER

Weather Control: Fact or Fiction?

The new episode of “Conspiracies & Coverups” tackles a topic everyone feels: the weather. Host Andrew Bustamante, who once worked for the CIA, asks whether we really have no control over it. He talks with experts who explain how weather‑manipulation ideas, like chemtrails and cloud seeding, are d

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Apr 15 2026CELEBRITIES

Amanda Peet’s Journey From Skeptical Parents to TV Fame

Peet first shared how her parents, a lawyer and a therapist, were doubtful when she said she wanted to act. She joked that they thought her dream was as unrealistic as becoming a model or something “low‑brow. ” The actress told listeners on SmartLess that she had to prove acting could be a rea

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

High School Clubs Spark Free‑Speech Debate

In a wave of political action, several U. S. governors have announced plans to help set up chapters of Turning Point USA in public high schools across their states. The initiative, dubbed “Club America, ” aims to give students a platform for conservative discussion and civic engagement. While the mo

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