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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Can peace talks between the U. S. and Iran survive the trust gap?

The latest efforts to pause the conflict between the U. S. and Iran show signs of progress after talks collapsed over the weekend. Iran’s negotiators seem willing to reach an agreement, according to U. S. officials. Vice President Vance called the current state of negotiations "very good, " despite

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Apr 15 2026CRIME

Man throws firebomb at Altman's home, police say

A man from Texas faces serious charges after allegedly throwing a Molotov cocktail at the San Francisco home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Daniel Moreno-Gama, 20, was arrested and charged with attempted murder and arson. Authorities say the attack was planned, not impulsive. Moreno-Gama later went to Op

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Eating plants isn't always brain-friendly, research shows

For years, plant-based diets have been praised for guarding against heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. But new research reveals a surprising twist: not all plant foods help the brain equally. While colorful veggies and whole grains usually protect thinking skills, snacks like sugary drinks and whi

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Apr 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fertiliser Crunch Threatens Global Food Supplies

The war near Iran has messed with fertiliser supplies, and that’s bad news for poorer countries that can’t easily swap suppliers. About a third of the world’s nitrogen fertiliser usually moves through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway where ships are getting delayed or rerouted. Since many far

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Apr 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Steps Into Drug Research Labs to Speed Up Early Work

A new cloud tool from Amazon’s tech branch is letting scientists skip writing code while hunting for new medicines. The system, called Amazon Bio Discovery, comes with ready-made AI models that can sketch, test, and rank potential drug molecules faster than before. Researchers simply pick their targ

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Norway and Ukraine team up on drone production

Two countries on opposite sides of Europe are joining forces to build drones together. Norway will now host production of Ukrainian-designed unmanned aircraft, while swapping technical insights with Kyiv. This unusual partnership isn’t just about making flying robots—it’s a chance for both nations t

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Apr 15 2026CRIME

The hidden risk in crypto support teams

A major crypto exchange recently faced a security issue that didn't come from hackers breaking into systems, but from staff misusing their access. Two employees looked at customer support data they shouldn't have, potentially viewing details from about 2, 000 accounts. While the exchange says no mon

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Apr 15 2026SPORTS

A soccer star’s journey: New documentary series explores Clint Dempsey’s story

Clint Dempsey’s life and career take center stage in a fresh five-part documentary series now streaming on Paramount+. The show isn’t just another sports highlight reel—it digs into the personal side of Dempsey’s rise, from his modest Texas roots to his standout moments on soccer’s biggest stage. Fo

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Apr 15 2026OPINION

Why Maine's rich should pay a little more to keep the state strong

Maine has always had a habit of standing up for fairness in taxes. The state is filled with people who work hard and look out for each other, whether it’s helping a neighbor clean up after a storm or contributing more when they can afford it. Wealthy residents, like the speaker who grew up in August

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Presidential Powers Under the Spotlight

Presidents now have powers that look more like royal privileges than democratic tools. Two key abilities stand out: they can pardon anyone without limits, and recent court rulings say they can’t be prosecuted for official actions. These powers weren’t always this broad. The pardon tool was meant for

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