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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

From Minnesota Courts to NBA Stardom: Jalen Suggs' Journey

Jalen Suggs grew up in Saint Paul, Minnesota, a city known for producing tough, competitive athletes. His early years were filled with sports—basketball and football were his main games. But Suggs didn't just rely on natural talent; his family pushed him to be disciplined and hardworking. While some

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Apr 26 2026CELEBRITIES

From Actress to Owner: The Real Story Behind the 80s Star’s Wealth

Jami Gertz isn’t just known for her roles in classic movies like “The Lost Boys” and “Sixteen Candles. ” Behind the scenes, she built a fortune that rivals many in Hollywood. But her wealth didn’t come from acting alone. In 1989, she married Tony Ressler, a private equity investor with deep pockets.

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Apr 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Japan’s financial world braces for AI-driven security threats

Japan’s government is stepping up its game against digital threats after warnings that a new artificial intelligence tool could expose major gaps in financial security. Finance officials worry that AI like Mythos might find and exploit weaknesses in banking systems faster than humans can fix them. W

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Apr 25 2026EDUCATION

Guest editors in science journals: a growing concern for research quality

Journals often rely on guest editors to organize special issues, but this practice has raised serious questions about research reliability. A recent case saw a journal pull nearly all papers from a cancer immunotherapy issue after finding major flaws in peer review. While these issues gained attenti

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Apr 22 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Clash: Billionaire Sun Sues Trump‑Backed Firm Over Frozen Tokens

Justin Sun, the founder of Tron, has filed a lawsuit in California against World Liberty Financial, the cryptocurrency venture launched by former President Donald Trump and his sons. Sun claims that the company illegally locked up about 4 billion WLFI tokens he bought for roughly $45 million in 2024

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Lesley University’s New Chapter: A President’s Farewell and Future Plans

Janet Steinmayer, who has led Lesley for seven years, announced she will leave her role in June. She said the decision came after weighing personal goals and the demanding nature of her job, noting that Lesley remains a special institution. During her time at the helm, the university completed a $10

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Japan Lets Itself Sell More Weapons Worldwide

Japan has changed its rules about selling weapons, a move that could change the country’s role in global arms trade. The new policy removes limits on many types of equipment, such as warships and missiles. This shift signals a break from the strict pacifist stance that has guided Japan after W

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Apr 19 2026SPORTS

A Racing Tragedy at Nurburgring

Juha Miettinen, a seasoned endurance racer, lost his life in a collision that involved seven cars during a four‑hour race on the Nurburgring Nordschleife track in Germany. The accident happened just 25 minutes into the event, near the Karussell section, and the race was stopped immediately for rescu

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

First-time moms under 25 face higher stress in Japan, study finds

Japan has long worried about very young mothers and their risks for child abuse. But what about women in their early 20s who become first-time moms? A new study flips the focus by comparing two groups: those under 26 and those 26 or older. Most past research zeroed in on teens, leaving a gap for wom

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Apr 19 2026SPORTS

Athletes and Mental Health: When Sharing Struggles Backfires

Jarren Duran's story isn't just about baseball. It’s about what happens when someone dares to show weakness in a world that often punishes it. Duran, a player for the Boston Red Sox, opened up about his mental health last year in a Netflix documentary, sharing that he had once tried to end his life.

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