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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Ravens Pick Undrafted QB Diego Pavia

The Baltimore team has signed the undrafted quarterback Diego Pavia before his rookie camp. Pavia will join the roster on a standard three‑year contract. He is one of several QBs who found teams after not being drafted, following players like Jalon Daniels and Haynes King. Pavia played four

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Brain Gene Patterns Reveal Shared and Unique Paths in Parkinson‑Like Diseases

A new study examined the gene activity in nearly a thousand brain samples from people who had died with Parkinson’s disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, multiple system atrophy, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration, Alzheimer’s disease or no brain disease. The researchers used a

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Researchers uncover ancient family ties in China’s ethnic groups

Scientists recently dug deeper into the genetic roots of two ethnic groups in Sichuan, China. They studied 100 people from the Qiang and Yi communities. Their goal? To map out how these groups connect genetically to others nearby. The findings show big similarities between the Qiang, Yi, and other

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Apr 29 2026CRIME

After a mall shooting, officials push for tougher action on gangs

A shooting at a busy Louisiana mall left one teen dead and several others hurt, sparking urgent calls for stronger law enforcement. Officials described the violence as gang-related, raising concerns about how disputes spill into public spaces. The governor emphasized zero tolerance, promising sweeps

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Apr 29 2026CRYPTO

New Crypto Fund Hits Stockholm’s Biggest Exchange

A Swedish company just made it easier for regular investors to bet on Sui, a fresh blockchain that claims to handle transactions super fast with almost no fees. Virtune, a regulated crypto asset manager, launched the Virtune Sui ETP on Nasdaq Stockholm, letting people buy shares linked directly to t

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Should paramedics give aspirin before patients reach the hospital?

Quick action saves lives when someone has a heart attack. That’s why some emergency teams now give aspirin on the spot. But does this practice hold up under real-world conditions? A study called CELEBRATE looked at whether early aspirin use actually helps patients before they even get to the hospita

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Targeting and the Heated Words That Come Before It

The shooting at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner isn’t the first time Donald Trump faced direct danger. Over the past two years, he’s been the target of three separate attacks, raising questions about how language in politics shapes real-world violence. A recent survey found something unsettl

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

California’s Billionaire Tax: A Bold Move or a Costly Mistake?

California is testing a new idea that might backfire. The state now has a “billionaire tax” on the ballot, pushed by union leaders who argue it will help fund public services. But the plan has already started a quiet exodus—not of the poor, but of some of the state’s wealthiest residents. Many had s

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

How a Teen Found Purpose in Political Campaigns

Eighteen-year-olds today face a world that often feels overwhelming. Daily headlines highlight conflicts and problems that seem too big to solve. Many young people wonder if their actions can even make a difference. One volunteer discovered a different perspective while working on a local political

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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Silicon Motion’s profit jumps as chip demand soars

Silicon Motion’s latest numbers show a big win for the company. In the first three months of 2026, profits reached $1. 58 per share, beating predictions by 28 cents. Sales also climbed to $342 million, smashing estimates by $42 million. That’s a huge 105% jump from the same time last year. What’s d

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