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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Coach Sanders Gives College Students Life Lessons

Deion Sanders, known for his flashy football career and larger‑than‑life personality, returned to the University of Colorado campus this week as a guest speaker. The class, which bears his name and focuses on leadership, was the third year he has addressed its students. He arrived in a golf cart wit

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Middletown School Closings: A Community in Flux

In Middletown, the debate over closing several schools is heating up as the school board prepares to decide on a new budget next week. A majority vote could approve closures that affect Leonardo and Navesink elementary schools, while Bayshore Middle School would shift to an elementary level. The boa

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Learning AI with Reese: Just her idea or more?

Last week, Reese Witherspoon got everyone talking with a simple Instagram video. She pushed her followers to start using artificial intelligence tools, saying it was time to dive in. Her post racked up millions of views, sparking both excitement and sharp criticism. Some fans called her idea brillia

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Apr 22 2026CRIME

Small Chicago card shop loses big money in early morning heist

Early Monday in Chicago, cameras caught masked thieves forcing their way into a small but valuable collectibles shop. The break-in happened just before 2 AM, when most of the city was asleep. Instead of grabbing cash from the register, the burglars headed straight for high-end sports cards and rare

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Apr 22 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Love These North Jersey Restaurants Too

North Jersey’s food scene isn’t just about great meals—it’s also where stars go to unwind. From cozy Italian joints to brick-oven pizzerias, local eateries have quietly become hotspots for celebrities trying to escape the spotlight. Some spots, like Augustino’s in Hoboken, have hosted A-listers for

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Apr 22 2026CELEBRITIES

Jobs before fame: fast-food tales of today’s stars

Many well-known figures started their careers flipping burgers or scooping ice cream, long before they became household names. Tim Cook, now a tech billionaire, began his first paid job at 14 at a small burger stand in Alabama, earning just over a dollar an hour. He later described this early work a

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Apr 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

What’s new with Bear Grylls’ survival show this season?

A new round of Bear Grylls’ survival series kicks off tonight on FOX at 9 PM. Unlike normal TV, this show drops famous faces into extreme places where they quickly learn if they can handle real danger. Past seasons sent stars into snow-packed Norwegian valleys and hot, dry deserts. This time around,

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

YouTube's new tool against fake celebrity videos

Deepfake videos aren’t just a problem for tech experts and social media scientists anymore. They’re now a real headache for famous faces who see their faces turned into bots, scams, and fake ads. YouTube just rolled out a new system that lets actors, singers, and other public figures fight back. Ins

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Apr 22 2026SCIENCE

How a plant compound fights kidney damage in chickens

Heavy metals like cadmium sneak into the environment from mining, batteries, and factory waste. Even small amounts can build up in animal kidneys over time. Chickens, often raised near polluted sites, face particular risk since their kidneys filter blood continuously. Researchers recently tested if

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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

When Lawmakers Step Down, Do Wrongs Disappear?

Two U. S. House members quit recently after facing serious claims of sexual misconduct. One Republican and one Democrat resigned the same day, ending speculation about their futures. But walking away doesn’t always mean facing consequences. New research shows resignations in politics often act as a

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