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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

City‑Owned Grocery Store Coming to East Harlem

The city plans a new supermarket in the heart of East Harlem, aiming to give residents cheaper food and fresh choices. The project will cost about $30 million and uses the existing La Marqueta site, a former marketplace beneath train tracks. City officials said they will finish construction before t

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Mission Milestones: From Lunar Orbit to Future Landings

The recent trip around the moon marked a major leap for space exploration. After returning safely to Houston, the crew—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen—signaled that the next chapter is already in motion. NASA’s Artemis III is slated to test docking procedures between O

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s Big Celebration After Election Shift

The mood was electric in Budapest after voters made a clear choice. A recent election sent a strong message—ending a long stretch of leadership by swapping out the ruling party for an opposition group. Most Hungarians, especially younger ones, had grown tired of the old government’s approach. Even b

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Apr 12 2026WEATHER

Colorado Faces Fire Risk While Snowheads Return

A handful of counties in Colorado are under red flag warnings because the weather is hot, dry and windy. The Front Range, Eastern Plains and southern regions are the most affected. Wind speeds may hit 35 miles per hour and humidity can drop to just seven percent, creating a perfect storm for f

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Apr 12 2026EDUCATION

Future Pathways to the Stars

Young people in America are urged to look up and imagine adventures beyond our planet. A recent space mission highlighted that new records can only be broken if the next generation embraces science and exploration. For years, popular shows on public television have sparked curiosity about rockets

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Apr 12 2026SCIENCE

NASA’s Next Moon Mission: Why Artemis III Matters More Than You Think

NASA’s upcoming Artemis III mission isn’t just another spaceflight—it’s a critical stepping stone for humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond. Unlike earlier missions, this one focuses on testing new tech in real lunar conditions before astronauts attempt longer stays. The mission will push the lim

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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Celtic looks to bounce back before the league split

Today’s match against St Mirren isn’t just another game for Celtic. It’s the last chance before the season splits into two groups, and slipping up now could make the title race even tougher. The team has been struggling to secure wins comfortably, often needing comebacks or narrow margins to stay ah

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

April’s Mixed Headlines: Sports, Politics, and Legal Battles Dominate the Week

Another NCAA basketball season wrapped up Monday when Michigan beat UConn 6-3 in a tight final game. This was big news for the Big Ten, marking their first men’s basketball championship in nearly 30 years. Meanwhile, Illinois, a top contender just days before, got eliminated in the semifinals. This

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

Maine Universities Open New Online Lab Science Degree for Working Professionals

The University of Maine at Presque Isle and the University of Maine at Augusta have teamed up to create a fully online bachelor’s program in medical laboratory science. The move is aimed at widening career paths for lab technicians and filling a growing need for skilled workers in Maine’s health sec

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Apr 11 2026ENVIRONMENT

Bats, Bonds and Better Budgets

A new study shows that the way local governments borrow money could help keep bats alive and improve county finances. When a fungal disease called white‑nose syndrome killed many North American bats, farmers lost an inexpensive natural pest controller. Without the insects that bats eat, farms

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