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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Old Age, Old Faith: What the Numbers Reveal

The study looked at how religion and sadness change among older Chinese people from 2012 to 2023. Researchers used data from seven rounds of a national survey that included over twenty‑four thousand participants. They asked whether shifts in how many people practice or believe in religion match chan

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

King Charles’ U. S. Visit: A Quiet Diplomatic Dance

The British monarch and his wife are set to arrive in Washington on Monday for a four‑day tour that marks the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. It is also the first time a king has visited the U. S. in twenty years, making it a major event for both nations. The itinerary includes a priva

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Apr 27 2026OPINION

Rename the Street, Keep the Truth

The street that once ran straight down Portland’s east side was called 39th Avenue, then renamed César E. Chávez Boulevard after a labor icon. Recent claims of sexual abuse by the same man force the city to decide: keep a name that now feels wrong or choose something that truly honors those who b

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Apr 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Life Lessons from a Classic Play

A familiar stage show can feel fresh when you see it through someone else’s eyes. In one version, a young person sits next to his dad and wonders if the story is about him. He thinks about work, money, and how to give his family a good life. The father beside him asks himself whether he will k

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Apr 27 2026EDUCATION

New Pathways: A College’s Fresh Vision for Women

Bryn Mawr College, a 141‑year‑old women’s institution in Pennsylvania, is reshaping its future with bold experiments and a clear long‑term plan. Last spring the school tested a program that paired senior students with alumni mentors through Zoom, offering guidance on life after graduation. The pilot

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Apr 27 2026WEATHER

Storm Fury Hits Texas: One Life Lost, Families Displaced

A fierce night of weather struck Texas, bringing big hail and wind that could reach 90 miles per hour. Many people in North Texas saw tornadoes, and the National Weather Service is now checking damage to confirm each report. The storm forced twenty families out of their homes and left several peo

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Apr 27 2026SPORTS

Lightning‑Smart Racing: How NASCAR Outsmarts the Storm

NASCAR’s biggest threat isn’t a bad pit stop or a broken engine. It’s the sky itself, and the sport has finally learned how to beat it. In earlier years, officials would stare at a cloud or read a forecast and hope the weather stayed clear. A sudden thunderstorm could halt an entire weekend, soak

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Apr 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

Nature Words Come Back: Why Knowing Names Matters

The loss of nature terms in our language is more than a spelling issue; it signals that many people no longer recognize the plants, birds, and animals around them. When a popular dictionary dropped words like “bee” or “bird, ” artists and writers saw the problem in action. One project that sprang up

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Apr 27 2026OPINION

The Hidden Rules Behind How We Treat Tiny Creatures

Some people think insects only have simple nerves, but research shows they can feel pain. If that is true, it raises the question: do we owe them a moral responsibility? Scientists who study animal sentience argue that many insects react to harmful stimuli in ways similar to vertebrates. They

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Apr 27 2026SPORTS

From Yaoundé to the NBA: Joel Embiid’s Global Journey

Joel Embiid grew up in Yaoundé, Cameroon, where he played soccer and volleyball before basketball slipped into his life. A scout named Luc Mbah a Moute saw him at a camp and changed everything, sending Embiid to the United States. He trained at Montverde Academy, The Rock School, and then played one

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