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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Money matters in the 2026 midterms – here’s what the numbers really show

The race for Congress in 2026 isn’t just about who voters like— it’s about who can raise the most cash. Right now, Democrats have an edge in key Senate races, pulling in more donations than Republicans in seven Republican-held seats. Younger candidates are shaking things up by raising big money from

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

How TikTok Talks About Gestational Diabetes Tests

TikTok videos show many people talking about a test for gestational diabetes. The test is called the oral glucose challenge test, or OGCT. It checks how the body handles sugar during pregnancy. Some clips say the test is quick and easy. Others warn it can be uncomfortable or confusing.

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Apr 23 2026SPORTS

Flyers Beat Penguins in a Wild, 5‑2 Thriller

The Flyers swept the Penguins with a decisive 5‑2 win in Game 3, sparking a roar from a packed arena that had been empty for eight years. A flurry of penalties in the first period left both teams scrambling, but the crowd kept its energy high, cheering every slapshot and trade‑off. After a cha

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

Breaking Down the Brain Delivery Problem in Alzheimer’s Treatment

Alzheimer’s isn’t just about memory loss—it’s a slow shutdown of the brain’s wiring. For years, scientists have tried to fix this by sending treatments directly to the brain, but the organ’s defenses make it nearly impossible. The tricky part? Most drugs can’t cross the brain’s protective barrier, w

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Apr 23 2026BUSINESS

Empty Storefronts Grow at Towson Mall as Shops Exit

Towson Town Center now has one in four storefronts sitting empty. Stoney River Steakhouse plans to shut its doors on June 26, joining Apple, Capitol Luggage, Banana Republic, Tommy Bahama, and Madewell, which all left recently. The exodus shows how malls everywhere face a triple threat: shoppers now

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Apr 22 2026CRIME

Clinic attack leads to arrests

A security guard at a Bronx urgent‑care clinic was badly hurt by two people. The incident happened on April 14, around 2:30 p. m. , near Walton Avenue. The guard tried to stop a fight between the attackers, but they reacted violently. One attacker stabbed him with an unknown blade. The o

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Apr 22 2026CRIME

Florida Investigates AI for Possible Role in Campus Shooting

Florida’s top prosecutor recently announced a criminal investigation into OpenAI and its chatbot ChatGPT after a deadly shooting at a university last spring. The shooter, who killed two people and injured six others, reportedly used the AI tool to ask about guns and ammunition before the attack. Inv

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

Alcohol and Domestic Violence in Africa: What’s Really Going On?

Research shows that alcohol often plays a role in conflicts within relationships. Most of these findings come from wealthier nations, leaving questions about other parts of the world. Sub-Saharan Africa struggles with high rates of violence against women in homes, but few studies have explored wheth

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Apr 22 2026LIFESTYLE

When Family Beliefs Clash With Love

Some families hold tight to their traditions, especially when it comes to who their kids should date or marry. This can make things tricky if someone falls for someone outside their faith. The worry isn’t just about personal feelings—it’s about the fear of disappointing the people they love most. Bu

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Apr 21 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Loans Now Open for UK Users

Coinbase has rolled out a new feature that lets people in the United Kingdom borrow USDC stablecoins by using their Bitcoin or Ethereum as collateral. The borrowing is powered by Morpho, a public lending protocol that runs on Base, Coinbase’s own layer‑2 network built on Ethereum. By putting crypto

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