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Apr 07 2026SCIENCE

Bridging Two Brain Mysteries: Autism Meets Alzheimer’s

Scientists are starting to see a surprising link between autism, usually thought of as a childhood condition, and Alzheimer’s, a disease that shows up in old age. At first glance the two seem unrelated: one is about early brain wiring, the other about later brain decay. But new studies suggest

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Apr 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Sol Rodriguez Joins Strand Entertainment

The talent agency Strand Entertainment has brought Sol Rodriguez into its roster, offering her new management opportunities. Known for playing Sasha Bordeaux in the superhero show Peacemaker on HBO Max, Rodriguez also starred as the main female character in Netflix’s holiday comedy Holiday in the

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Time Swapped: How Moving One Minute Can Change COPD Risk

The study explores what happens when people change how they spend a single minute in their daily routine. Researchers used data from wearable sensors that track real movement to see how shifting minutes between sleeping, sitting, standing and walking affects lung health. They found that even a ti

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Apr 07 2026SCIENCE

Micro‑Pollutants Mess Up Sludge Digestion: How Amine Compounds Stress Bacteria

The study looked at six different amine‑rich pollutants that often show up in sewage sludge. These chemicals have various types of nitrogen groups—primary, secondary, tertiary and even quaternary ammonium. Researchers found that the first reactions these pollutants undergo are mainly adding a hydrox

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Apr 07 2026SCIENCE

Breaking the wind: what the science of flatulence really tells us

The study that tried to settle the great gas debate started with beans, sugar water, and a very weird setup. Sixteen volunteers ate foods known to turn stomachs into bioreactors, then sat in a lab while tubes were taped to their backsides. Yes, the goal was flatulence. No, the researchers weren’t jo

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Apr 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dancing for Dollars: How a 70s Disco Hit Became a Gen Z Wealth Hack

A 1979 disco anthem is getting a modern twist as Gen Z’s go-to tool for attracting money. Anita Ward’s “Ring My Bell” isn’t just a nostalgic throwback—it’s being framed as a sonic charm for financial luck. TikTok users swear by looping the track daily, mixing it with affirmations like “cancel my deb

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Apr 07 2026SCIENCE

Sweet Potatoes Change Color When Stressed - Here's How

Sweet potatoes aren’t just orange or white anymore. Purple varieties pack a powerful antioxidant punch thanks to anthocyanins, the pigments that give blueberries and red cabbage their deep colors. But when these plants don’t get enough phosphorus—a key nutrient—they change how they make these health

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Apr 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Birthday stars: how years don’t always define success in show business

Mid-April gives us an interesting snapshot of talent across decades. Jazz icon Herbie Hancock turns 86 soon, still playing piano with energy that younger musicians envy. This year also marks Ed O’Neill’s 80th birthday; most remember him as the dad in a popular sitcom, but his acting career includes

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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Do Virtual Stars Really Need a Human Touch?

Virtual assistants are popping up everywhere, especially in ads. But how do we decide if we can trust them? A recent study looked at how their looks and voices influence our trust, especially when these features are created by AI. Researchers picked a well-known TV character, Sheldon Cooper, and mad

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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft fixes confusing AI rules after users call it out

Microsoft just changed how it talks about its Copilot AI after people noticed a strange phrase in the rules. The company used to say Copilot is "for entertainment purposes only, " which sounded like it was just a fun toy. But Microsoft actually sells Copilot as a serious tool for work. Now, after us

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