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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

New Mexico pushes for faster cleanup of old nuclear waste

New Mexico isn’t happy with how the federal government handles nuclear waste cleanup in the state. The big issue is Los Alamos National Laboratory, where radioactive trash has piled up since the 1950s. Officials in New Mexico say the U. S. Department of Energy is favoring new nuclear weapons product

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Apr 25 2026HEALTH

How Video Lessons Help Heart Patients Stay Healthy

When people recover from heart issues, doctors often worry they’ll face the same problems again. A fresh look at research reveals a simple tool that might lower that risk: short educational videos. These aren’t just random clips; they’re carefully made lessons showing how to change habits like diet,

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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Drone Strikes Hit Russian Oil Hubs: Fires, Fumes, and Fallout

On April 16, a Ukrainian drone targeted Russia’s Tuapse oil terminal on the Black Sea coast. The attack sparked a four-day blaze that finally died down on April 20, though firefighters still worked to fully snuff out smoldering remains. The terminal, a key export point for Russian oil products, had

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Apr 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Green Living Gets a Boost in Oak Park

Oak Park isn't just talking about going green—it's throwing a party to show it. The village teamed up with local park leaders to turn Earth Day into a hands-on showcase at the Oak Park Conservatory. Instead of the usual classroom-style learning, residents got to explore real stations run by half a d

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Apr 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Europe’s PFAS Loophole Lets Harmful Chemicals Multiply

Europe aims to cut down on forever chemicals, but one big exception could ruin the plan. PFAS are man-made compounds that never break down. They linger in water, soil, and even our bodies. The EU wants to limit their spread, yet factories can still pump out endless amounts under current rules. The

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Apr 23 2026CRIME

A Long Wait for Justice: How a Baby’s Death Led to a Father’s Freedom

In 1998, a tragic event shook a Denver family when a four-month-old baby died shortly after being rushed to the hospital. Stephen Martinez, who had been living with the baby’s mother, called 911 claiming the infant was choking. Police later arrested him after he admitted to shaking the baby and stri

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Fastest Touch: How Haptic Cues Beat Sound and Sight

A new study looks at how quickly people react to three kinds of signals—seeing, hearing and feeling. The researchers tested 44 adults who were split by age, gender, education, gaming habits, computer use and exercise. They gave each person signals in two ways: straight to the sensor (direct) or afte

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

California Politics: Chaos, Claims and a Call for Clarity

The story begins in 2003 when California voters were asked to choose a new governor. The headlines were wild: photos of every hopeful, from serious lawmakers to Hollywood stars and even a famous comedian. The buzz grew as the campaign ended, with a front‑page picture of Arnold Schwarzenegger walking

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Drones Take the Lead in Detroit Police Work

The idea of using flying robots to help police has grown as the machines become smarter. In Macomb County, officials are testing a brand called Skydio. These drones can hover for half an hour and travel up to three miles without needing a pilot on the ground. When someone reported a broken‑in

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Apr 22 2026HEALTH

Early Use of Mepolizumab Helps a Heart Attack Patient with Rare Allergy‑Related Disease

A patient who had severe heart attacks caused by a rare allergic inflammation called eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA) was treated early with the drug mepolizumab. The condition, which involves high levels of a white‑blood‑cell type called eosinophils, can attack the blood vess

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