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Apr 29 2026CRIME

Jeffrey Epstein’s Hidden Mosque: How He Stole Sacred Art for a Private Island

Epstein’s ambition stretched beyond finance; he wanted to own pieces of the holy places he visited. By using contacts in Middle‑East circles, he managed to acquire fabric that had once draped the walls of Mecca’s Kaaba. Those same textiles later appeared in his New York townhouse, where he posed wit

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Apr 29 2026OPINION

Political Violence in America: A New Threat or a Familiar Pattern?

"The latest attempt on the life of President Trump has sparked a debate about whether the United States is entering a dangerous era of political violence. A conversation with a government professor who studies violent acts reveals that this incident is not an isolated one; last year saw the killings

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy Hopes to Lift ViaSat-3F 3 Into Orbit

SpaceX is gearing up for a big launch from Kennedy Space Center, where the powerful Falcon Heavy rocket will carry the newest ViaSat-3F 3 satellite into a geosynchronous transfer orbit. The launch window opens at 10:13 a. m. on Wednesday, April 29, and the company has until 11:38 a. m. to push it of

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Iran‑US Tensions: Trump Weighs New Moves While Energy Prices Soar

Trump has warned Iran that it needs to act quickly, hinting at stronger military options for the Strait of Hormuz after talks broke down. The U. S. is keeping a naval blockade in place, effectively choking a vital trade route for two months. This blockage has pushed gas prices in the U. S. to $4. 23

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

US Passport to Show Trump’s Face for 250‑Year Celebration

The U. S. State Department is preparing a small batch of special passports for the country’s 250th birthday. The new design will include a portrait of President Donald Trump, making him the first living president ever to appear on a U. S. passport. The idea has been in discussion for months and was

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

King Charles and Trump Share a Toast, but Politics Loom

The second day of King Charles’ visit to Washington ended with a lively state dinner, but the event was more than just royal banquets. President Trump opened the day with a speech that praised the long‑standing ties between Britain and America, while also reminiscing about his own family’s connectio

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Family First: Why Alex Cora Skipped a New Baseball Job

Alex Cora decided not to jump back into the dugout after leaving the Boston Red Sox, choosing instead to spend time with his young sons in Puerto Rico. The former World Series‑winning manager has made it clear that family is his priority at this point. Earlier this week, the Philadelphia Phillies h

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Red Sox Shake‑Up: A New Coach, a New Vision

The Boston Red Sox made headlines last week when they let go of manager Alex Cora and several key coaches, a move that surprised many but was not a shock to those who know the front office. Craig Breslow, the team’s chief baseball officer and a former left‑handed reliever, has been in charge for thr

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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Powell’s Last Big Meeting: What Comes After

The Federal Reserve is set to keep interest rates unchanged at a meeting that many think will be the final one chaired by Jerome Powell. Last week, a path opened for President Trump’s pick, Kevin Warsh, to be confirmed after the Justice Department decided to end a criminal probe into Powell and t

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

California Governor Debate: A Fresh Look at the Candidates

A debate held at Pomona College drew eight hopefuls for California’s governor seat. The event was watched by students just before the state begins mailing ballots for its June primary. The race is tight, with five contenders hovering near each other in the polls. A televised showdown was seen as a c

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