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Apr 25 2026CRIME

Supporting Survivors in Genesee County: Local Nonprofit Steps Up

Genesee County faced over 170 reported rape cases last year, highlighting the urgent need for community support. One organization tackling this crisis head-on is the YWCA of Greater Flint, which has been a steady presence since 1908. Beyond just offering crisis intervention, it provides long-term ho

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Neighbors at the Table: Colombia and Venezuela Tackle Border Issues

Colombia’s president heads to Venezuela this week to talk border security with the country’s top diplomat. The two nations share deep connections—families live on both sides of a 1, 370-mile border, and nearly 3 million Venezuelans have moved to Colombia after years of economic trouble back home. Tr

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Avalanche Takes Charge Against Kings with Strong Defense

The Colorado Avalanche didn’t need their top stars to light up the scoreboard in Game 3—they just needed to play smarter and tougher than the Los Angeles Kings. While L. A. fired off shots early, Colorado’s disciplined defense and sharp goaltending kept the Kings from turning pressure into goals. Ar

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Apr 25 2026CRIME

The rise and fall of a young tech millionaire

A 26-year-old Australian entrepreneur, once celebrated for his plant-based food startup, now faces serious charges after an intense confrontation with his ex-partner in a luxury New York hotel. The incident, which took place in late March, has drawn attention not just for the alleged violence but al

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Apr 25 2026CRYPTO

XRP’s Future Highs: What Traders Really Expect by 2026

The idea that XRP might finally break its long-standing record high next year is losing steam among traders. Bets placed on this outcome have dropped sharply—from 35% confidence at the start of 2026 to just 12% by late September. Over $250, 000 has been staked on whether XRP’s price will spike high

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Apr 25 2026HEALTH

How mom’s high-fat diet might shape a baby’s brain

A high-fat, low-carb diet called keto has been around for decades. Doctors first used it to help control seizures in people with epilepsy. Now it’s everywhere—people eat it for weight loss or energy, not just for health problems. But what happens when pregnant women try this diet? That part is still

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Apr 25 2026SCIENCE

NASA’s new flying lab: a 777 turned into the ultimate Earth detective

NASA just got a hand-me-down plane that used to fly thousands of passengers around the world. But this isn’t any ordinary jet—it’s now the biggest flying science lab in the agency’s fleet. After a year of heavy-duty upgrades in Texas, the former Japan Airlines Boeing 777 landed at NASA’s Langley Res

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Apr 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How Disney does live shows: the making of Bluey’s Best Day Ever

The team behind the new Disneyland show “Bluey’s Best Day Ever” recently shared how they built the script piece by piece. Instead of locking everything down at once, they ran trial sessions where actors and writers tried out lines and scenes. For the unicorn character Unicorse, they held mini-worksh

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Apr 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How a giant glowing ball became Vegas’ new cash cow

Las Vegas just got a new favorite magnet — a giant, glowing orb that’s turning heads and filling wallets. Built for $2. 3 billion, the Sphere isn’t just another building; it’s a high-tech playground with a screen so big it wraps around you and speakers so powerful they shake your chest. And it’s pri

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

From Soccer in Nigeria to NFL Draft Pick: Max Iheanachor's Unusual Football Journey

Max Iheanachor never expected to become an NFL player when he moved from Nigeria to the U. S. as a teenager. At 13, he only knew soccer—the global game he grew up with. His parents had relocated for better opportunities, and like many immigrant families, they dreamed of their kids pursuing stable ca

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