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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Protests Across the U. S. Gain Unexpected Strength Outside Big Cities

On Saturday, a nationwide protest wave will sweep the United States. Unlike earlier efforts, this one isn’t just gathering people in famous downtown squares. Organizers expect more than 3, 200 gatherings in all 50 states, with two-thirds happening in smaller towns—a big jump from the first round las

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Mar 28 2026BUSINESS

Brainstorming Boosted by Unexpected Past

Companies are now trying new ways to get more ideas from workers and the public. One experiment with marketing and sales staff at a candy firm, plus four lab tests, shows that thinking about past accidental events can spark fresh ideas. The trick is simple: ask people to remember moments when som

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Mar 28 2026HEALTH

New Pathways for Treating Autoimmune Hair Loss

Alopecia areata is a long‑term autoimmune condition that causes hair to fall out without scarring. The problem starts when the immune system attacks growing hair follicles, called anagen follicles. Scientists have discovered that Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors can stop this harmful signaling, givi

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Mar 28 2026WEATHER

Snow Surprise for California’s Sierra and Light Drizzle in Los Angeles

A fresh spring weather system is headed toward California, promising a mix of snowfall in the Sierra Nevada and gentle rain over Los Angeles. The National Weather Service predicts two distinct precipitation events for the Tahoe area. The first wave rolls in Monday evening and continues into Tuesd

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Mar 28 2026HEALTH

Menopause and Brain Health: A Fresh Look

Hormonal changes after menopause can make thinking harder. Estrogen falls, and this drop is linked to problems with memory and focus. Studies show that women may feel “brain fog” or have mood swings, which mix with signs of cognitive decline. Doctors use quick tests to spot issues early. Simple t

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Mar 28 2026SPORTS

From Dorchester Courts to the NBA: Bruce Brown’s Journey

Bruce Brown Jr. grew up in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood, a place known for close community ties and producing talented athletes. Born on August 15, 1996, he was one of eleven siblings in a family that taught him sharing and resilience. His mother worked hard to support the household, instilling

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Mar 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ripple Boosts XRP Ledger with AI‑Powered Security

Ripple has launched a new security program that uses artificial intelligence to protect the XRP Ledger as it prepares for wider use in global payments and tokenized assets. The upgrade comes after the network has handled billions of transactions over more than ten years, and it aims to keep the syst

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Mar 28 2026OPINION

Minnesota Farms: The Backbone of Our Food

The state’s farmers are the unseen heroes that keep our plates full. Minnesota is sixth in overall farm output across the U. S. and leads in more than 20 products, such as sugar beets, turkeys, green peas, hogs, sweet corn, soybeans, sunflower seeds, canola, dry beans and oats. Corn is the fou

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Mar 28 2026EDUCATION

New Scholarship Tax Credit: Maryland’s Big Decision

A new federal tax credit will let people give money to nonprofit scholarship groups and get back up to $1, 700 in taxes. The credit is aimed at helping kids in K‑12 with tuition, tutoring, special services, transport and tech. It starts in the 2027 tax year. But the credit only works if a state say

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Mar 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Ghost in the Shell Gets a New Look for Summer

The studio Science Saru has finally shown what the upcoming Ghost in the Shell will look like, and it feels like a throwback to the 1990s. The short clip released at AnimeJapan is only 46 seconds long, but it gives a clear idea that the new version will lean toward the original manga’s art style whi

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