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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 2026CRIME

Behind the Crypto: When Political Ties Meet Shadowy Deals

A new crypto project linked to political figures has raised eyebrows after teaming up with a network accused of serious crimes. The project, World Liberty Financial, includes members of the Trump family among its founders. They chose to work with a company called AB, which runs a crypto-focused reso

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

Florida Congresswoman Faces Scrutiny Over Campaign Finance

A second Florida lawmaker is now under intense political pressure to leave Congress, this time over serious allegations of misusing campaign funds. The House Ethics Committee has gathered strong evidence suggesting Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick may have broken fundraising rules. While sh

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

Why porn habits don’t always match what people believe

Porn use is everywhere online, but the problems it causes aren’t equally understood. Some people feel they watch too much or it messes with their life, yet research mostly looks at small, similar groups. Most studies don’t dig into why some folks struggle more than others. A big idea called the Mor

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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 22 2026BUSINESS

Gas prices slip as warmth lingers and storage keeps growing

Natural gas prices nudged lower this week as warmer-than-usual air spread across much of the country. With fewer homes firing up furnaces and less demand from power plants, buyers have little reason to rush and bid up prices. At the same time, the nation’s storage tanks are already brimming, runnin

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Trump’s China Trade Game: Confusion and Consequences

President Trump promised in 2025 that tariffs would change the U. S. relationship with China, claiming the country was hurting America’s economy. More than a year later, the trade moves have not forced China to alter its policies or military stance. The result is a policy that feels aimless, l

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Korean Drum‑Beat Showdown Opens for Switch Players

The 2026 Korea Championship for the popular rhythm game has just started accepting entries from local Switch users. Players must record themselves hitting two specific tracks on the game “Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival” and post the footage to YouTube. The two songs, one rated ★8 and the other ★

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

US Leads G20 Talks to Protect Food and Fertilizer Amid Middle East War

The United States is stepping up as the chair of the Group of 20 (G20) to organize more meetings that will focus on how the war in the Middle East is hurting food supplies and fertilizer availability. The U. S. wants other major economies, including Russia and China, to act together with the Interna

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Apr 21 2026WEATHER

Cold Weather and Pollen Alert for Staten Island

Staten Island residents can expect a sharp temperature dip after Monday’s brief showers. The National Weather Service says it will be partly sunny in the morning, with a high around 54°F. At night, the temperature will plunge nearly 20 degrees, settling near 34°F by Tuesday morning. Sunlight

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