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Apr 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Dusty air near California's shrinking lake may be slowing kids' lung growth

California's Salton Sea used to be a vacation hotspot in the mid-1900s with its sandy beaches and celebrity visitors. But decades of water mismanagement have turned this 340-square-mile lake into a drying disaster zone. As water disappears, it leaves behind a toxic mix of old pesticides, heavy metal

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

Hunting for answers in cartel territory

Raúl Servín keeps searching, even after eight long years. Every Tuesday, the Guadalajara man loads his van with tools, supplies, and a few volunteers. Their mission? To dig through sun-scorched land where bodies may lie hidden by cartel violence. Servín isn’t just looking for his own missing son—he’

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Apr 16 2026SPORTS

Chelsea’s Striker Gap: Why One Player Still Matters

Nicolas Jackson might not be lighting up Bayern Munich, but back in London, some Chelsea fans are wondering what they lost. The 24-year-old Senegalese striker left on loan last summer, but his absence feels bigger than the stats suggest. With just 11 starts out of 27 appearances in Germany, Jackson’

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

Spice blends pack a health punch—here’s why

Mixing herbs and spices isn’t just about taste—it’s a smart way to boost your body’s defenses. Scientists found that pairing certain plant compounds, like the fiery capsaicin from chili peppers and the cooling menthol from mint, can supercharge their anti-inflammatory effects by hundreds of times co

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

New hope for lupus treatment: what’s changing and why it matters

Lupus, a tough condition where the immune system attacks the body by mistake, has long been hard to treat. Doctors struggle because the disease varies so much from person to person. Some patients have mild symptoms while others face serious organ damage. For years, treatment options were limited, bu

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Apr 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Europe Bets Big on Quantum Computing to Stay Ahead

The European Union is making a bold move to lead the world in quantum computing by teaming up with 13 partners across eight countries in the Lumi-Q project. This effort isn’t about replacing the supercomputers we already rely on. Instead, it’s about combining the strengths of both classical and quan

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Apr 15 2026SCIENCE

Understanding the Brain One Neuron at a Time

Neuroscientists often compare the brain to a crowded stadium. A microphone placed in the center can pick up a general hum, but it tells you nothing about individual conversations. To get real insight, scientists must listen to each speaker separately. This idea guides the work of a researcher who st

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Long‑Acting Medicines: A New Road for Moms and Kids

A recent meeting gathered doctors, researchers, patient groups, regulators and pharma to talk about medicines that stay in the body for weeks or months. The main goal was to make sure pregnant women, nursing mothers and children can safely use these new drugs. Three questions guided the talks:

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Apr 15 2026OPINION

Masa‑Brownie Strawberry Shortcake

In spring, Arkansas turns into a berry field. Fresh strawberries appear everywhere, from breakfast bowls to lunch salads and evening desserts. The author enjoys them in many ways, often mixing fruit with a simple pastry or sweet topping to create what they call “shortcake. ” A basic version uses str

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Apr 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Season 13 Brings Fresh Heroes, Keywords and a Burning Quest

The latest chapter of the popular card game starts today, bringing fresh twists to its auto‑battle mode. Season 13 introduces two brand‑new abilities that change how players build their decks. The first, “Fodder, ” appears on demon cards; when a player’s demons refresh, they will grab any Fodder

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