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Apr 10 2026OPINION

Ohio’s Tax Debate: Who Really Benefits?

In Ohio, a plan to remove property taxes is picking up steam. Supporters argue it would help homeowners keep more money. But who really wins—and who loses? The debate isn’t just about politics. It’s about age, money, and future generations. Right now, schools and local services in Ohio rely heavily

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Apr 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

Finding shared tools in therapy with AI’s help

Therapy works for mental health—but it usually gets stuck in two ruts. First, doctors often focus too much on labels like "anxiety" or "depression, " treating each problem as completely separate. Second, most therapy styles rely on one set of rules tied to a specific expert’s ideas, making it hard t

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Apr 10 2026SCIENCE

How tiny cell parts travel between cells – and why that matters

Scientists once saw mitochondria—the powerhouses inside our cells—as fixed residents with one job: producing energy. Now they know these tiny structures are more like delivery trucks zipping between cells, dropping off supplies or picking up garbage. This movement happens with help from three main h

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Apr 10 2026SCIENCE

Cholera bacteria swap genes to survive attacks

Cholera germs have a smart trick to protect themselves. They carry a built-in gene storage system that holds hundreds of spare parts, mostly unused. A small portion of these genes help fight off viruses. Normally, stressed bacteria shuffle these genes around to pick the best ones. But cholera germs

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Apr 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Chicago Eyes Waymo’s Driverless Ambitions

Waymo, the tech giant behind autonomous cars, has been quietly testing its vehicles on Chicago’s streets. The company operates 3, 000 driverless cars across ten U. S. cities but has not yet begun offering rides in the Windy City. Critics watch closely, curious how the system will perform amid Chicag

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

How Unions Shape Later Life for Older Workers

Workers who joined unions decades ago often look back on their careers with different views than those who entered the workforce just a generation later. A recent look at two groups of older Americans—born 18 years apart—shows how labor unions influenced not just paychecks, but also how people felt

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Uncovering New Roles of CSF3R in Women's Health

Once known only for shaping white blood cells, a protein called CSF3R is now turning heads in unexpected areas of women’s health. Recent deep scans of tissues show this molecule pops up in ovaries, the uterus lining, the cervix, the placenta, and even some cancers. Instead of just controlling blood

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Apr 09 2026SCIENCE

How tiny plant boosters help seeds survive the cold

Early spring planting is tricky for pepper and tomato growers because cold soil slows down seed sprouting and weakens baby plants. Scientists tested a two-step trick: soak seeds in a special sugar-like mix, let them dry, then spray the young plants with the same mix. The mix contains three tiny comp

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Apr 08 2026OPINION

Therapy needs rules, not just freedom

Never underestimate how much words matter in therapy. When a professional tells a young person that their identity is wrong, the damage goes beyond the session. Studies show that forcing someone to change who they are often backfires, increasing depression, anxiety, and even suicide risk. Yet the Su

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Apr 07 2026WEATHER

Cold Start for Cincinnati, Warm Weekend Ahead

The weather crew in Wilmington warns that overnight temperatures will drop to a chilly 31 degrees, touching the lower side of freezing in parts of Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. A freeze alert is active from early Monday until mid‑morning on Tuesday, raising concerns for delicate crops an

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