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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

New U. S. Bill Aims to Protect Worshippers From Protests Outside Churches and Mosques

A proposed federal law wants to create a 100-foot safe zone around every church, mosque, and synagogue in America. The goal is to stop protests near worshippers, but critics say it could limit free speech. The bill, called the SACRED Act, makes it a crime to come within 8 feet of someone entering or

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Apr 24 2026SPORTS

Why the Bengals' big moves won't fix what's broken

The Bengals swung big by trading a top pick for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, hoping his return to form would push them back into the playoffs. But spending big doesn’t always mean spending smart. After three straight seasons of coming up short, fans have seen this story before—big gestures in A

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Senate Pushes $70 Billion ICE Funding Without Democratic Help

The Senate is starting a long voting marathon, with Republicans moving forward on a plan to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and parts of Customs and Border Protection. They are doing this through budget reconciliation, a process that lets the majority pass bills with only 51 votes ins

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

New Virginia Vote Sparks Old Fraud Claims

Another election in Virginia has suddenly become a battleground for claims that didn’t match the results. Voters there decided on a new map that could shift power from Republicans to Democrats, handing the party a potential boost before November. Instead of accepting the outcome, one high-profile fi

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

Boxing Legislation Debate: Fighters vs. Corporate Control

Former champion Oscar De La Hoya appeared before the U. S. Senate on a Wednesday to voice concerns about a proposed overhaul of boxing laws. The new bill, known as the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, would let a single organization manage promotion, rankings, titles and sanctioning. De La

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Apr 22 2026BUSINESS

Hotel Study Pull‑Back: Why the Findings Were Recalled

The journal announced that it has withdrawn a research paper about how the look and feel of boutique hotels influence guests’ plans to return. The original study claimed that both the physical setup and the way information is shared in a hotel’s environment affect customers’ overall image of the pla

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

YouTube's new tool against fake celebrity videos

Deepfake videos aren’t just a problem for tech experts and social media scientists anymore. They’re now a real headache for famous faces who see their faces turned into bots, scams, and fake ads. YouTube just rolled out a new system that lets actors, singers, and other public figures fight back. Ins

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

California governor debates: What really matters when voters tune in

Three high-stakes debates are coming to California screens this month, giving voters their last real look at the people competing to lead the state. The first showdown kicks off April 22 in San Francisco, with six candidates facing off in front of cameras for the first time since February. This isn’

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

Tech Help for Rural Seniors: Does It Really Bridge the Gap?

Getting healthcare in the countryside is tough. Many seniors live far from hospitals and clinics, making regular check-ups and medical advice hard to reach. Public transport is unreliable, roads can be rough, and specialists are rare in small towns. Even phone calls to doctors often end in long hold

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

When Radiation Hits Weak Muscles: New Findings in a Rare Childhood Disorder

Researchers have uncovered fresh clues about how muscle cells react when exposed to radiation in Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Unlike typical muscle loss seen in the disorder, these cells show an unusual sensitivity to radiation that may speed up damage. Boys with DMD, who make up almost all ca

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