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Mar 30 2026RELIGION

War and Faith: A Call for Peace

Pope Leo XIV opened his first Palm Sunday sermon by warning that many leaders use religion to justify fighting. He spoke to the crowd in St. Peter’s Square about Christians who are trapped in wars in places like the Middle East and Ukraine. The pope called Jesus “King of Peace” and said that no one

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

Louisiana’s Coastal Science: A Tale of Money, Data and Politics

The state has poured more than $21 billion into a plan that aims to protect its shoreline. That money has funded research and engineering work that ranks among the world’s best in understanding how to save coastlines from erosion, sea‑level rise and industrial damage. Yet the people who should us

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Celebrating 90 Years of Biophysics in Brazil

The Brazilian Biophysical Society has guided the field for almost a century. Since 1936 it has linked scientists, students and institutions through workshops, meetings, and conferences. These gatherings have built a strong reputation for biophysics across Brazil and the wider Latin American region.

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Mar 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Young Sherlock Becomes Prime Video’s New Top Pick

Prime Video has seen a shift at the top of its streaming charts. After eight episodes, Guy Ritchie’s crime drama has moved into first place, overtaking the superhero hit that had dominated for weeks. The change came after a controversial episode of the former champion, which fans slammed for its pac

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Microbes and bugs: How gut bacteria change infection risks in fruit flies

When tiny fruit flies eat, their gut bacteria might help decide whether they survive an infection or not. Scientists studied four types of these flies by messing with their tiny gut communities. First they weakened the bacteria living inside some of the flies. Then they exposed all the flies to harm

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Mar 30 2026CRIME

Food Matters Even Behind Bars: What Inmates Really Think About Their Meals

Prison food often gets a bad rap, but new insights show it might reveal more than just taste preferences. Researchers looked at how incarcerated people rate their meals and linked those opinions to personal habits and backgrounds. Surprisingly, food satisfaction isn't just about hunger—it connects t

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Mar 30 2026HEALTH

What Happens Inside the Brain in Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease slowly changes how the brain works. It starts when tiny cells that make dopamine begin to disappear. Dopamine is a key messenger in the brain that helps control movement. Without enough of it, people often feel stiff, move slowly, and shake when resting. These problems grow worse

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Mar 29 2026HEALTH

Surprising Twist: Too Many Antioxidants May Change Baby Faces

Scientists from Texas A&M examined what happens when men eat large amounts of two common antioxidants – N‑acetyl‑L‑cysteine and selenium – for six weeks. The fathers looked healthy, but their pups showed clear differences in skull shape and eye spacing. The research was published in Frontiers in

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Mar 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Buzzy Bluetooth Speakers: A Tiny Friction

The story starts with a simple complaint about a bright‑new pair of Dayton speakers that the reader bought for his desktop. The problem is not the sound quality, but a loud “ding‑dong” that rings every time the speakers connect or disconnect via Bluetooth. He searched online for a way to mute

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Mar 29 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead: New Jersey to Heat Up Then Cool Down

New Jersey’s weather is set for a dramatic change. Starting Sunday, the temperature will rise from the upper 40s and 50s under bright skies. The air will feel less breezy than Saturday, making the day feel warmer. By Monday, clouds begin to creep in and a warm front is on its way. The day will be

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