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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Liver Cancer in Asia: What’s Changing and Why It Matters

Over the past three decades, liver cancer cases in Asia have been slowly shrinking—but not evenly. While overall numbers are going down, some causes are getting worse. Hepatitis B still leads as the biggest risk, but other factors like fatty liver disease and alcohol are rising fast. The numbers tel

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Apr 28 2026FINANCE

Robinhood’s First Quarter: What Numbers Really Matter

The first quarter numbers for Robinhood are out soon. Experts predict a small profit increase compared to last year, with earnings per share expected around $0. 39. Revenue is also looking up, though not as high as the last quarter. This suggests some growth, but not a huge spike. Crypto plays a bi

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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Clever Spring Shoe Choice by Jennifer Lawrence

When the weather swings between sunny and rainy like a unpredictable friend, smart footwear becomes essential. Jennifer Lawrence recently demonstrated this during a relaxed outing in New York, opting for slip-on clogs that blend comfort with style. Instead of decking out in flashy heels, she paired

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Apr 28 2026OPINION

Downtown St. Louis: More Safe Than You Think

St. Louis often gets labeled as a dangerous city, but the numbers don’t back that up. Last year, only one murder happened downtown—and it wasn’t even a shooting. A person got hit by a car instead. Most people guess way higher numbers, but crime has actually dropped a lot in recent years. Homicides a

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Apr 27 2026WEATHER

A simple guide to Massachusetts weather this week

Massachusetts is in for a mix of sunshine and changing temperatures this week. While most areas will start bright and clear, the western part of the state will feel noticeably warmer than the east. Sunday kicks things off with clouds fading and temperatures climbing to the low 60s in the west, while

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Apr 27 2026CRYPTO

Weekly crypto buzz: Big bets, political heat, and Bitcoin's rollercoaster

A venture firm isn't letting market troubles slow it down. Blockchain Capital is hunting for $700 million to launch two new funds, even while crypto values have been sliding. The firm aims to close these funds within half a year. Other crypto investors are also managing to gather funds despite the d

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Apr 27 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin: The crypto market’s steady backbone

Bitcoin holds a unique spot in the crypto world. It’s not just popular—it’s the standard most investors check first. When people talk about crypto trends, Bitcoin is the first name that comes up. Even if other coins grab headlines, Bitcoin remains the starting point for buyers, sellers, and analysts

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Apr 27 2026RELIGION

Faith on TV: A Shift in What Viewers Seek

During tough times like the pandemic, many people turned to familiar comforts—family, routines, even faith. News coverage reflected this shift as well. Shows that normally focused on hard facts began inviting religious leaders to speak directly to viewers searching for hope. A well-known news anchor

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Apr 26 2026RELIGION

Spiritual Struggles in a Modern World

A man named Father Szada spent months helping a young woman who thought she was haunted. He tried many exorcisms, but the problems kept coming back. She eventually tried to end her life. In that moment, she felt a powerful presence and later told people she saw the archangel Michael. Many listeners

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Apr 26 2026FINANCE

Chip stocks take center stage as markets hit new heights

The stock market's recent upward climb appears heavily reliant on the semiconductor sector, with a handful of chipmakers driving growth. This week, companies like Texas Instruments, AMD, and Intel saw significant gains, pushing major indexes like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite to record intraday p

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