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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Fair Housing Month: A Year‑Long Call for Equality

In April, the United States remembers the signing of a pivotal law in 1968 that outlawed discrimination when buying or renting homes. This rule, now almost six decades old, stops bias based on race, color, religion, gender, disability, family status and ethnicity. Each year the Department of Housing

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Oil Companies Push for Legal Shield From Climate Lawsuits

Oil firms have long known that burning their fuels can harm the planet. Yet they hid proof and misled people for decades, blocking clean energy progress. Scientists and activists sued these companies to recover money for damages caused by climate disasters that were worsened by the fuels. The

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Extra Day of Voting Shakes Up Peru’s Election Countdown

The final vote count for Peru’s presidential race will not be available until at least Monday, because officials had to grant an extra day of voting. The decision came after problems at polling stations caused many people in Peru and abroad to miss their chance to vote. Over 52, 000 citizens l

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Apr 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Spring Check‑In: A Fresh Look at Everyday Readiness

When the snow melts, people start to think about spring cleaning. Preppers see this as a chance to double‑check everything that keeps them safe. They go through their food, water and tools with a fine‑tooth comb. This routine shows that being ready is not just for big disasters, it’s a daily habit.

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Rose Climbs to Lead While McIlroy’s Advantage Dwindles

The Masters final round starts with a lot of buzz. Justin Rose, after playing three birdies in a row, is now at the top of the leaderboard. He has shown steady play, while Rory McIlroy, who had a huge lead after the second day, is now fighting to stay ahead. McIlroy’s early advantage had be

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Discovering the Hidden Genes Behind Ginkgo’s Toxic Seeds

The seeds of Ginkgo biloba hold a nasty secret: they produce a poison called ginkgotoxin and its sugar‑bound form. Scientists wanted to know which genes make these chemicals, but the details were fuzzy. Using a step‑by‑step RNA sequencing plan, researchers collected seed samples at different grow

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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple Eyes New Smart‑Glasses Styles to Beat Meta

Apple is busy designing a range of smart glasses that will let users pick the look they like best. The company has reportedly made at least four different frame shapes, from a wide rectangle similar to classic Wayfarers to slimmer rectangles and both large and small oval or circular options. Each sh

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Final‑Day Surge at Augusta: Who Stays in the Lead?

"The Masters on Sunday began with a storm of shots. Justin Rose, 45, opened the round strong and was two places ahead after nine holes. His advantage vanished quickly when Rory McIlroy, who had a sluggish start, found his rhythm on holes 7 and 8. McIlroy made birdies that closed the gap to one strok

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Gas Prices Set to Stay High, Puts GOP in Tight Spot

President Trump warned that gasoline costs may not ease before the November midterms, a claim that could hurt Republican chances. He had earlier called the recent price jump—triggered by conflict in Iran—a temporary spike that would fade quickly. Now he admits the numbers might stay flat or ev

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Apr 13 2026CELEBRITIES

Georgie Harris Finds a New Match After Split

Georgie Harris, who was seen on the TV show “Love on the Spectrum, ” said she has started a new relationship with a friend of three years. The man, named Luke Cardon, is described as someone who “matches her energy. ” She shared the news in a post on Sunday, asking her followers to greet Luke. Ge

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