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Apr 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

The rise and fall of a forgotten tech star

Back in the late 90s, a bulky but reliable plug took over creative workspaces. FireWire looked clunky compared to USB, but it worked effortlessly—no messy driver installs, no guesswork. Musicians, video editors, and even Mac users relied on it to move data fast. While USB struggled with simple tasks

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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

Tech Tools That Help Older Adults Live More Independently at Home

Many older adults live with long-term health issues like cancer or memory loss. These problems can make daily life harder and add stress for family members who help care for them. New smart devices connected to the internet might offer solutions by quietly keeping an eye on health, sending reminders

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Apr 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why AI faces stick in your memory more than real ones

A new study looked at how well people remember faces made by computers compared to real human faces. Participants saw both types and later tried to recall which was which. The results showed something odd: AI faces were easier to remember. This wasn’t just because people could tell them apart—they a

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Apr 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Staying Smart Without Big Tech Watching

Many people worry about how much power tech giants and governments have over our daily lives. These groups use artificial intelligence not just to recommend videos or predict shopping habits, but to track, control, and shape what people see and think. They claim it’s for safety or convenience, yet t

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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

How AI Could Change the Future of Medical Research

Medical research has long faced a major challenge: diseases often remain a mystery because human cells are too complex to fully understand. For generations, scientists have simplified their work by studying small pieces of cells in controlled lab settings. This approach has given us useful knowledge

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Support for new parents shouldn't leave the family behind

Most mental health programs for new mothers focus only on them. But when a mother struggles, the whole family feels it. Partners and other family members often don't know how to help or what to expect. That's why one team tried something different. They created a short online session just for the pe

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Stitching Up the Future: How Gut Sutures Stay in the Game

Doctors have trusted gut sutures for decades, but supply shortages have made them harder to find. Instead of backing away, one company is doubling down. They’re putting money into their gut suture line to keep these trusted tools available for surgeons. Gut sutures have been a go-to for many surgeri

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Apr 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI in Healthcare: Can Machines Really Replace Doctors?

Some experts argue that AI tools can handle basic health questions just as well as doctors can. They say these programs can answer simple diet or lifestyle queries faster than scheduling an in-person visit. For example, AI chatbots now let users connect medical records to get personalized advice. Bu

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Apr 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI in Business: Smoother Workflows, Clearer Control

Businesses often juggle messy spreadsheets, approvals, and payroll while trying to spot problems early. Now, companies are embedding AI agents directly into the tools they already use—like accounting software and HR systems—to handle routine tasks without losing transparency. Instead of just spittin

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

St. Paul’s Cinco de Mayo festival gets a fresh start on the West Side

This weekend, St. Paul’s West Side neighborhood will host its Cinco de Mayo festival, but with a smaller crowd and more local flavor than in past years. Instead of spreading across long blocks, the event is now concentrated on Cesar Chavez Street between Robert and Ada streets, including Parque Cast

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