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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

What’s wrong with Boston’s sports teams right now?

The Red Sox are off to a rough start this season. Their new pitchers haven’t delivered consistently, and some expected breakout stars are struggling. Even the catcher position, which was supposed to be a strong point, has left fans disappointed. Only a handful of players have performed as expected s

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Apr 17 2026WEATHER

A snowy road, a fast-moving truck, and a family’s life changed forever

On a cold winter day near Welches in Clackamas County, a pickup truck lost control on a slippery road. The driver, a 39-year-old man, was heading west when his white Dodge Ram skidded, crossed the road, and crashed into a tree. The crash left one person dead and two others badly hurt. The only one w

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Why keeping old medical habits can sometimes do more harm than good

Doctors have been debating for over 25 years whether strapping injured spines in place actually helps patients or just adds unnecessary risk. New guidelines keep showing the same thing: forcing people to stay still with their necks locked in hard collars often does more damage than leaving them alon

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

New Leader’s Hidden Battle: A Quiet Fight Behind the Veil

The man now steering Iran’s future, Mojtaba Khamenei, is still mending from the brutal attack that ended his father’s reign. Reports say he bears serious facial and leg wounds, yet he keeps his mind sharp enough to steer key decisions via audio calls. His role comes at a time when Iran is on the bri

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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

Yankees and Mets: A Fresh Look at Their Health Secrets

The Yankees began the season with an unexpected advantage: no new major injuries after spring training. While their rivals struggled early, the Yankees kept key players healthy and ready to play. The Mets also started well, but in recent weeks they faced setbacks. Jorge Polanco played through Achil

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Why the 49ers’ New Signings Could Be a Gamble Worth Taking

The San Francisco 49ers have been hailed for making smart moves in free agency, but not everyone is convinced. One NFL executive suggested their strategy of signing older, injury-prone players might backfire. The criticism targets two key additions: Mike Evans, a veteran wide receiver scheduled to t

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Where NBA Scouts See Darryn Peterson in the 2026 Draft Race

Darryn Peterson’s journey from a highly-touted freshman at Kansas to a projected mid-first-round pick in the 2026 NBA draft isn’t a straight path. In latest mock drafts, analysts now place him around the fifth spot—behind four other top talents. BYU’s AJ Dybantsa leads the pack as the consensus numb

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Mar 21 2026SPORTS

Rays Pitcher Back in Action After Long Wait

Shane McClanahan is finally stepping back onto the mound for a real game after months of watching from the sidelines. Last spring, he pitched five clean innings against the Red Sox, only to face a sudden setback—a strange triceps nerve issue that wiped out his entire 2024 season. This year, he’s det

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Mar 07 2026SPORTS

German Roots and Baseball Grit

Kyle Schwarber grew up in Ohio with a family that blends German and Latin heritage. His father, a former police officer, and his mother, a nurse, raised him along with three sisters in a disciplined household. The family’s ancestry traces back to a great‑great‑grandfather who left Baden, Germany for

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Mar 06 2026SPORTS

Elite Runners Face Hidden Bone Risks

Recent studies show that top Italian track athletes often suffer from bone stress injuries. The problem is not just training volume; it involves both internal body conditions and outside influences. Internally, muscle weakness around the hips and legs can pull bones in harmful ways. Poor core stabi

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