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Apr 02 2026HEALTH

Women migrant workers in Thailand face hidden risks

Many women who move to Thailand for work endure violence that stays mostly unseen. These women often come from poorer countries hoping for better pay, only to face abuse that can scar them physically and emotionally. A recent study dug into how common this violence is, what kinds of support these wo

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Apr 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

North Korea’s Crypto Heist: A Sneaky Software Attack Hits U. S. Companies

North Korean hackers infiltrated a widely used software tool, Axios, and slipped malicious code into it for several hours on Tuesday. The attackers gained control of a developer’s account and pushed bad updates to any business that pulled the package during that brief window. Companies across health

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Apr 01 2026SPORTS

Chelsea’s New Voice and the Debate Over Club Direction

Marc Cucurella, a defender for Chelsea, recently voiced criticism about the club’s ownership and management in an interview. Fans appreciated his honesty, seeing it as a rare example of a senior player speaking out. Fabrizio Romano, known for his transfer insights, responded to Cucurella’s remarks.

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Trump Faces Vaccine Court Showdown

The push for a new U. S. vaccine policy, championed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. , has hit a snag after a federal judge stopped key parts of the plan two weeks ago. Despite this setback, the Trump administration has not yet filed an appeal, a pause that stands out when compared to how q

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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Rain Is Back: Easter Weather Gets a Surprise

Good morning to everyone in Columbia and the surrounding area! The big high‑pressure system over the Atlantic is still keeping a warm, moist air flow coming from the south. This means temperatures are feeling like spring and there is a chance of showers or even a small storm this afternoon, especial

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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Storm Warning Hits Berkshire County – Stay Safe

The National Weather Service issued a new severe thunderstorm warning at 8:45 p. m. for Berkshire County, lasting until 9 p. m. The warning says wind gusts could reach 60 miles per hour and that roofs, siding, trees and other structures might be damaged. The storm is moving east at about 45 miles pe

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Apr 01 2026CRIME

The Case of Luigi Mangione: A Double‑Trial Dilemma

Luigi Mangione, 27, is slated to appear in federal court on Wednesday. He wants to push back a trial that could send him to prison for life after he shot UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in Manhattan on December 4, 2023. The judge has set the date for jury selection to start on September 8 and op

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Apr 01 2026HEALTH

Health Inspectors Find 25 Violations at Six Phoenix Restaurants

In March, officials checked more than a thousand eateries in the Phoenix area. Six places earned big penalties because they broke food safety rules. At The Porch in Tempe, workers handled raw chicken while wearing gloves, then removed the gloves and touched other foods without washing hands.

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Apr 01 2026HEALTH

Health Care Costs Push People into Tough Choices

People are losing their ability to afford medicine, insurance and even food. A recent study shows that almost 80 % of those with marketplace plans now pay higher premiums or deductibles. Because of the loss of tax credits, many families are forced to pick between paying for health care and cov

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court Says Colorado’s Ban on “Conversion Therapy” Is Unlawful

The highest court in the land rejected a Colorado law that barred mental‑health professionals from attempting to change someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. In an 8‑to‑1 decision, the justices held that the ban was a form of viewpoint‑based speech restriction and therefore subject to str

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