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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

Local sports stars to shine as faces of the 2026 World Cup in New York and New Jersey

When the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in just over three months, three well-known athletes from New York and New Jersey will step into the spotlight as official ambassadors. Eli Manning, a two-time Super Bowl winner with the Giants, joins Gotham FC’s Midge Purce—a two-time NWSL champion and U. S. W

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

What makes some simple ankle breaks tricky to heal?

When the lower bone of the ankle gets a crack but stays in place, doctors often say rest is enough. Yet some people still end up with pain months later or even years. This surprise happens because every ankle behaves differently. A fresh way of sorting these injuries shows that soft-tissue damage—no

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Ketamine in surgery and its surprising effect on pain relief

In many back surgeries, patients end up taking strong painkillers for days after the operation. This can be risky especially for those who already use opioids regularly. One new approach involves giving patients a small dose of ketamine during surgery instead of relying only on usual pain medicines.

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Apr 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Book That Questions Our Idea of Civilization

What if the world ended quietly, not with fire but with a virus? A young scientist survives while millions die. Alone but alive, he wanders streets emptied of people, only to find others—but most are broken by loss. Together they form a small group, trying to rebuild. But rebuilding what, exactly?

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Apr 10 2026EDUCATION

A weekend of fun learning in Costa Mesa

Every April, a big festival lands in Costa Mesa to turn playtime into learning time. The Imaginology event pops up at the OC Fairgrounds, mixing science, art, and hands-on fun for families. Instead of staring at textbooks, kids get to build Lego bridges that actually hold weight, paint murals with c

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Apr 10 2026TRANSPORTATION

Chicago’s Bus Network Gets a New Route for Obama Center Visitors

Starting May 23, anyone heading to the new Obama Presidential Center can skip the transfers and take a direct ride. The CTA’s popular express bus route #10, which usually zooms from downtown to the Museum of Science and Industry, will now stretch an extra mile south to serve the center. What used to

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Apr 10 2026SCIENCE

NASA's future in question as budget cuts threaten key missions

The White House's 2027 budget plan proposes slashing NASA's science funding by nearly half, putting over 50 missions at risk. This includes active spacecraft like Juno, which has studied Jupiter for nearly ten years, and New Horizons, which explored Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. Even missions that just

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Apr 10 2026EDUCATION

Top Health Program in the US Hails from Alabama

Alabama now hosts the nation’s leading healthcare management graduate program, based on a respected annual review. The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s health administration master’s degree stands at number one among 101 similar programs across the country. This ranking doesn’t just highlight a

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Apr 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Don’t Starve jumps into a richer world with Elsewhere

The survival game Don’t Starve took its first real step forward in nearly ten years when a new chapter called Elsewhere slipped onto the screen at a game showcase. Instead of staying flat and simple, the world now has real depth—literally. The old top-view maps now stack into layers like a layered c

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Apr 10 2026BUSINESS

Disney's Marketing Shift: Big Changes Ahead with Hundreds of Layoffs

The entertainment world is buzzing as Disney prepares major changes under new leadership. Reports suggest the company plans to cut about 1, 000 jobs in its marketing department. This move comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at modernizing operations. Disney's marketing teams are o

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