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Apr 08 2026BUSINESS

A finance chief blending tradition and fresh ideas in Napa's wine world

At 35, Kevin Johnsen runs the numbers behind California’s 10th biggest wine maker—Fior di Sole—but he sees his real job as shaping how the company grows without losing sight of its roots. He joined as finance director in 2022, became CFO a year later, and added COO in 2025. His list of responsibilit

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Apr 08 2026HEALTH

New tool helps predict breast cancer risk where healthcare is hard to reach

Breast cancer hits women in Indonesia hardest when it’s found too late. Many cases get missed because check-ups are rare in poorer or rural areas. Tools made for rich countries might not work here either, since lifestyle and genes there are different from Indonesia. A group of experts decided to te

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Apr 08 2026RELIGION

Young adults rediscover faith as churches see fresh faces

Across the U. S. , churches are noticing something unusual: more young people, especially men, are stepping through their doors. This isn’t just a small change—dioceses report big jumps in adult baptisms and conversions. For example, one diocese expected around 635 new adult Catholics last Easter bu

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Apr 08 2026HEALTH

What made people hesitant or accepting of the Ebola vaccine in Congo?

When Ebola struck eastern Congo between 2018 and 2020, the country was already dealing with more than just a deadly virus. War zones, weak health services, and deep distrust in leaders turned this outbreak into a tougher challenge. Vaccines arrived fast—too fast for some—and not everyone trusted the

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Apr 08 2026EDUCATION

How UK Universities Shape Views on Muslims

Research shows universities in the UK can change how students see Muslims—but the effect depends on exposure. Many students enter higher education with some level of bias, often tied to stereotypes or limited interaction with Muslim communities. Universities, traditionally seen as places for open-mi

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

U. N. Peace Worker Heads to Iran as Truce Talks Loom

A United Nations representative recently appointed to help end the Iran conflict is scheduled to travel to Tehran, though the visit depends on safety and travel details being sorted out first. The envoy, a long-time U. N. diplomat, left for the Middle East this week, but officials haven’t shared any

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

New ways science helps keep food safe from hidden allergens

Food allergies aren’t just annoying—they can be dangerous, especially in countries where food is highly processed. Right now, no medicine can cure these allergies. The only real protection is knowing what’s in your food. Missing labels on packaged items often cause accidents, putting people at risk

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's War Lessons Spread to Asia

Countries in Asia are taking notice of Ukraine’s maritime defense strategies, which were shaped by years of war. After Russia’s invasion, Ukraine found creative ways to protect its Black Sea ports without a large navy. Instead of traditional warships, it used smaller, low-cost tools like robotic boa

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Apr 08 2026SCIENCE

Where will Artemis II land? California braces for splashdown

The Artemis II mission is about to wrap up its week-long trip around the moon, bringing its four astronauts back to Earth. This isn’t just any return—it’s the first crewed moon flyby in over half a century, and it’s set to splash down near San Diego on April 10, 2026. The Orion capsule, launched fro

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Apr 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Book to Screen: Which Adaptations Are Worth Your Time?

Turning popular books into TV shows or movies can be tricky. Often, producers rely on famous actors instead of fresh ideas. Netflix’s take on a dysfunctional family story fills Meryl Streep with awards-worthy talent, but the book’s sharp humor and messy relationships might get lost in a slow streami

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