SECRETARY ROBERT F KENNEDY JR ITS

Apr 15 2026FINANCE

Money Skills: The Key to Baltimore’s Future

Financial knowledge is more than a buzzword; it shapes the way people work, buy and invest. In Baltimore, where many families face economic challenges, a lack of money‑management skills can lock students out of higher education and stable jobs. Only about half of Maryland adults feel confident ha

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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 2026TECHNOLOGY

Turning Fusion Experiments Into Real Power Solutions

Fusion power isn’t just a dream—it’s slowly becoming real through careful experiments in giant labs. One key player, the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, built a system called the National Ignition Facility (NIF) where 192 lasers blast a tiny gold cylinder holding a diamond-covered fuel pelle

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Apr 14 2026WEATHER

Stay alert: Monday could bring rough weather in Minnesota

Forecasts are warning of a stormy Monday across southern and western Minnesota, with parts of the Twin Cities area under an elevated risk level. After 4 p. m. , scattered thunderstorms may roll in, packing the potential for large hail and wind gusts over 60 mph. While a rare tornado isn’t impossible

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Apr 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Big Tech wants to turn Florida green into grey

Florida is famous for its sunshine, not its server farms. Yet the same companies pushing AI are eyeing swamps and pastures to build power-hungry computer palaces. These places need as much water as a small town every day just to keep the machines from melting. Right now the state’s energy grid can b

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Apr 13 2026WEATHER

Fire Alert: Stay Safe in Dry West Piedmont and Sandhills

Fire danger has climbed to a warning level in the Western Piedmont and Sandhills areas as humidity drops, winds pick up, and fuels become very dry. The National Weather Service says the risk of wildfires will grow through tonight, especially as gusts can push flames quickly across open land. Resid

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Why Trump’s war with Fox News matters beyond just one host

Fox News isn’t just another TV channel—it’s a powerful platform where opinions shape public debate. Recently, a feud between Donald Trump and Jessica Tarlov, one of its hosts, has raised eyebrows. Trump didn’t just criticize her work; he publicly demanded she lose her job, calling her a "real loser.

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Apr 13 2026OPINION

How Close-To-Home Violence Shapes Our View of Crime

Fear doesn’t always come from faraway places. For a young kid, it can creep in through familiar faces - the uncles who looked like killers, the scout leaders who didn’t seem dangerous until they were. The first time crime felt intimate was when news reached a 7-year-old about a monster hiding in pla

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

France Switches From Windows to Linux: A Move Toward Digital Independence

France has announced a big change in its government computers, choosing Linux over Microsoft Windows. The country wants less reliance on U. S. tech firms and more control over its own digital tools. The first step will be swapping Windows on government workstations, especially in key digital agen

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Florida wants more red snapper fishing days but not everyone agrees

Florida recently asked for a special permit to let more people fish for red snapper off its Atlantic coast this year. Instead of just two days like last time, anglers could fish for 39 days if the plan gets approved. The state says it can run this program well and that more days would help local fis

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