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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

What’s Holding Up Peru’s Election Results?

Peru’s presidential race is stuck in limbo after thousands of ballots got challenged right after voting ended on April 12. About 6% of polling places—covering over a million votes—had problems like missing signatures or messy tally sheets, forcing officials to double-check each one in public. This r

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Apr 21 2026RELIGION

Pope’s Africa Trip: A Call for Fairness and a Look at Global Power

During a recent stop in Angola, Pope Leo used his platform to highlight a troubling trend: many people around the world face unfair treatment from those in power. Speaking to a large crowd in Saurimo, near the border of the Democratic Republic of Congo, he pointed out how oppression and dishonesty c

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Apr 21 2026LIFESTYLE

Easy, tasty snacks with roasted nuts and seeds

More people today want quick bites that are good for them. Nuts and seeds fit that bill perfectly. They pack essential fats and proteins that many diets lack. Roasting them with a light mix of spices makes an everyday snack feel special. Throw in some fresh herbs to wake up the taste buds. A drizzl

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

What Happens When Security Checks Get Overlooked?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently made news by requesting a closer look at past security decisions. The review focuses on a period when Peter Mandelson served as ambassador to the United States. Starmer admitted he was surprised to learn that Mandelson had never officially passed his secu

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Apr 20 2026OPINION

From Sea Captain’s Son to Record Breaker: The Long Life of Geert Boomgaard

Geert Boomgaard’s life spanned more than a century, starting in 1788 when France was still a monarchy and ending in 1899 when the world was on the brink of the 20th century. He grew up in Groningen, a Dutch town where survival was tough, and his father worked as a struggling sea captain. Large famil

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Apr 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

Iowa’s woodlands need better protection, not extra costs

Iowa once had twice as much forest as it does today. Back in 1906, lawmakers created the Forest Reserve Program to stop landowners from clearing poor soil land. The idea was simple: leave trees standing to prevent erosion, protect clean water, and support wildlife. Instead of paying taxes on low-val

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Apr 20 2026FINANCE

Understanding How Your Health Choices Impact the $5. 3 Trillion Health Care Industry

America spends over $5 trillion on health care every year, making it the biggest industry in the country. What many don’t realize is that rising costs aren’t just about expensive treatments or hospital bills. The real driver is how often people use the system. More doctor visits, prescriptions, and

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

What the Michigan spring game revealed about the Wolverines' offense

The Michigan football spring game didn’t exactly light up the scoreboard. The Maize team squeaked out a 7-6 win over the Blue team, but most fans probably went home wondering why they paid to watch. The real story wasn’t the final score—it was the struggles under center and the fresh talent making n

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

What’s wrong with Boston’s sports teams right now?

The Red Sox are off to a rough start this season. Their new pitchers haven’t delivered consistently, and some expected breakout stars are struggling. Even the catcher position, which was supposed to be a strong point, has left fans disappointed. Only a handful of players have performed as expected s

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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

Can PSMA PET/CT scans help men with early-stage prostate cancer avoid unnecessary surgery?

When prostate cancer is first detected, doctors often classify it as "clinically insignificant. " This means it's slow-growing and might not need immediate treatment. But in some cases, a closer look reveals the cancer is actually more aggressive than it seemed at first. That’s where advanced imagin

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