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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Should U. S. citizenship be automatic or earned?

A new poll shows Americans mostly agree that anyone born on U. S. soil should automatically be a citizen—surprising since the Supreme Court is about to decide if that rule can change. The court is reviewing an order from early 2025 that tried to end birthright citizenship, but most people don't supp

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Apr 27 2026BUSINESS

Getting Connected: Local Events for Businesses and Community Building

Local events are popping up all the time in Berks County, offering chances to network, learn, and support each other. Some focus on small business growth, like the breakfast club where owners swap referrals over coffee. Others bring people together to celebrate achievements, like an annual dinner ho

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Apr 27 2026CRIME

A quiet student’s surprising violent turn

Cole Allen wasn’t the kind of person people expected to make headlines for violence. The 31-year-old Torrance man had built a reputation as a polite, hardworking student who once designed an emergency brake for wheelchairs. His LinkedIn profile showed steady progress: a bachelor’s in mechanical engi

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Science Advice Cut Short: What Trump’s Board Purge Means for U. S. Research

The National Science Board, an independent group of 22 top scientists and engineers, lost all its members in one swift move. Each got an email Friday afternoon saying their role was over immediately. No explanation came from the White House, and no word on when replacements might come. Inside the Na

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Apr 27 2026CRIME

Tech grad’s sudden rise to notoriety after White House event shooting

A California tutor with a master’s in computer science now faces serious charges after a chaotic night at the capital. Surveillance photos from the White House correspondents’ dinner show a man being led away in handcuffs, matching the profile of Cole Tomas Allen, 31, from Torrance. His LinkedIn pag

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Apr 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

Can underwater plants warn us about hidden chemicals in rivers?

Rivers hide more than just fish and rocks. They also carry invisible chemicals from everyday products. One group, called PFAS, sticks around for years and mixes into water systems. Scientists recently tested a common underwater plant, Potamogeton crispus, to see if it could act like a warning sign f

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Apr 27 2026FINANCE

What the Experts Really Think About Live Nation and Telia Right Now

Two big names in communication services grabbed attention after conflicting expert reviews. Live Nation saw bullish bets on its stock, while Telia faced lukewarm reactions from analysts. The contrast shows how even companies in the same sector can get very different reactions from market watchers.

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Apr 27 2026FINANCE

How Rising Costs Are Changing the Way Americans Spend Their Money

Around four out of five people in the U. S. have started cutting back on expenses lately, and it often begins with something as simple as filling up their gas tank. A small increase in price there can push people to rethink other areas of spending too. For some, dining out or weekend trips are the f

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How streaming shows got serious and changed TV forever

Streaming wasn’t always about making its own shows—it started as a digital video store where people could finally watch whatever they wanted anytime. The turning point arrived when platforms began producing original series, not just borrowing from movie libraries. Amazon Prime Video took the lead wi

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Apr 27 2026CRIME

Medical Reports vs Legal Proof in Violent Crime Cases

When someone survives a violent attack, doctors often create medical reports to describe their injuries. But these reports aren’t always designed for legal battles. The law needs proof that is specific to court cases, unlike the medical records that focus on treatment. This mismatch can create probl

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