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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Taking the Guesswork Out of Doctor Confidence in Treating Patients with Intellectual Disabilities

Doctors often feel uneasy when caring for adults with intellectual disabilities. That uncertainty can lead to rushed exams or missed problems, making healthcare harder for this group. A new study tackles the problem by creating a quick test—the SEC-ID—to check how confident doctors feel in these sit

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Parents and teachers protest Lee County schools' budget choices

A big crowd is gathering outside Lee County schools' main office in Fort Myers this Wednesday evening. They're not happy about planned budget cuts and teacher job losses. The protest runs from 5:30 to 7:30 PM at 2855 Colonial Blvd. People are upset about losing teachers and programs they care about.

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

School spending cuts hurt Anchorage students more than you think

Alaska’s school funding has dropped behind other states in a big way. While most states increased education spending by 26% from 2017 to 2022, Alaska only managed a 13% increase — barely enough to cover rising costs. Even when adjusted for Alaska’s high living expenses, the state still spends 15% le

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Big Changes Coming to Portland's Sports Arena

Portland is at a turning point with its main sports arena, Moda Center. The building is 31 years old and hasn’t had major updates since it opened. Leaders want to spend $365 million from state bonds to renovate it. They also need the city and county to add $222 million more. The goal is keeping the

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Apr 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft and OpenAI change their AI partnership rules

A big tech deal just got bigger—and less restricted. Microsoft and OpenAI recently updated their long-term partnership, removing key restrictions that once gave Microsoft special control over OpenAI’s cutting-edge AI models. The old rules made Microsoft the only company allowed to sell OpenAI’s top

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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Clever Spring Shoe Choice by Jennifer Lawrence

When the weather swings between sunny and rainy like a unpredictable friend, smart footwear becomes essential. Jennifer Lawrence recently demonstrated this during a relaxed outing in New York, opting for slip-on clogs that blend comfort with style. Instead of decking out in flashy heels, she paired

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Morning storms leave a trail of damage across Mid-Missouri

Early on Monday, severe storms swept through parts of Missouri, leaving behind broken power lines, downed trees, and damaged buildings. Reports suggest a possible tornado hit Randolph and Monroe counties, though officials haven’t confirmed it yet. Homes, grain storage units, and infrastructure in th

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Redistricting Showdown: Florida, Virginia and the Fight for House Seats

The race to draw congressional maps is heating up as the next election looms. Two states are at the center of the drama, each with a different political agenda and legal hurdles. In Florida, Governor Ron De Santis has released a new map that would add four seats likely to favor Republicans. The pro

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Celebrity Highlights at 2026 Festival Line‑ups

The year’s biggest cultural events drew a star‑packed crowd, from film premieres to music festivals. At the “Michael” opening night, actors like Nia Long and Meagan Good mingled with music icons Usher and Chance the Rapper, creating a buzz that spread through social media. The Black Effect Pod

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Apr 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Clone Speaks for a Bank CEO, Signals Big Change in Finance

Customers Bank is testing new ways to use artificial intelligence in its daily work. During a quarterly earnings call, the CEO did not speak himself. Instead, an AI version of his voice delivered the prepared remarks. This move was meant to show how the bank is changing its business with AI. The ba

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