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Apr 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Intel’s 14‑Nanometer Leap: New Big Names in the Works

Intel is preparing to welcome several top tech firms to its foundry line by year‑end, thanks to the rapid progress of its 14‑nanometer (14A) process. The move is part of Intel’s strategy to focus the 14A node on external customers, a shift from its earlier 18‑nanometer technology that was more inter

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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

Plant Cells Use a Biochemical “Switch” to Decide When to Grow and Flower

Plants face changing weather every day, so they must turn short‑term stress into lasting growth plans. A new idea calls this process an “epigenetic set‑point, ” where the structure of DNA and its associated proteins works like a smart switch. The switch gathers two kinds of signals: the plant’s ener

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Apr 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Kim and Lewis: A New Kind of Public Love Story

The romance between the celebrity fashion icon and the racing champion has been unfolding quietly for months, with their first public appearance together at a major music festival. Rather than using the relationship to divert attention from setbacks, both figures are sharing it during the peak of th

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Apr 18 2026SPORTS

Shaq’s Secret Rule for Texting

Shaquille O’Neal, the former basketball legend now in his mid‑fifties, has a strict policy about who he texts. He says he never reaches out to current or former NBA stars because, in his words, they can be difficult people. He has been very clear about this stance for years. He even stepped away

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Apr 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrating April 18: Stars, Stories and Surprises

Today brings a mix of milestones for film, television and music. The day marks the birthdays of actors who have shaped popular culture in many ways. One veteran, a prolific performer known for intense roles, turns 79 and has twice earned Academy Award nods. A beloved TV host, famous for his sharp wi

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Apr 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Historic Philly Night Brings Presidents, Stars Together

The Kimmel Center in Center City hosted a lively gathering that pulled together former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Joe Biden for a special History Channel event. The evening kicked off with an intimate chat between Bush and his daughter Jenna Bush Hager, setting a relaxed tone for th

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Apr 18 2026RELIGION

Nation Reads the Bible Cover to Cover for 250th Anniversary

Washington, D. C. will host a unique gathering in late April as more than five hundred Christian leaders and Hollywood personalities come together to read the entire Bible aloud. The event, called America Reads the Bible, runs from April 19 to 25 at the Museum of the Bible and celebrates the United

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Apr 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Simplify Your Home Tech With the Best Universal Remotes of 2026

Choosing a universal remote can feel like hunting for treasure. Many households own multiple devices—TVs, soundbars, projectors—and each one often comes with its own remote. A single, reliable controller can reduce clutter and make everyday use smoother. One standout option is the Sofabaton U

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Apr 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Hollywood Love and Health Scares

The 1980s television stars Heather Locklear and Lorenzo Lamas have confirmed that they are now a couple, ending a long history of public relationships for both actors. A reality television personality known as Dr. Pimple Popper experienced a serious health incident while filming, with medical rep

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Apr 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fast‑Track Clean Energy After Middle East Tensions

Colombia’s environment chief argues that the war in Iran shows how quick the world must move away from oil, gas and coal. She says that the uncertainty in global fuel supplies forces governments to hurry toward solar, wind and geothermal power. The comments come before a big meeting in Santa M

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