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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Golf’s big move to Frisco and why Texas is the new green giant

Next year, Frisco will host one of golf’s biggest events for the first time in over six decades. The PGA Championship’s arrival in the Dallas-Fort Worth area isn’t just about sports—it’s a business boom in the making. With a brand-new 660-acre golf complex, the region is positioning itself as a majo

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

GOP’s New Mexico struggles: What went wrong and why it matters

New Mexico used to have a strong Republican presence. Back in the late 2000s, the party had a senator, two U. S. House members, a mayor of Albuquerque, and a governor. But over time, things changed. Democrats became more organized, while Republicans lost their edge. Even though more New Mexicans reg

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Apr 13 2026EDUCATION

Big promises, messy reality: Why NYC's class-size plan is hitting limits

New York City keeps trying to shrink class sizes—because who wouldn’t want that? But here’s the catch: the plan assumes there’s room to make it happen. And there isn’t. Schools are packed, buildings are old, and new ones take years to build. Not to mention finding land in a crowded city is like winn

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Apr 12 2026HEALTH

Real‑Time Tracking of Newborn Care

Newborn care in the delivery room shapes a baby’s future health. Yet, the notes that doctors and nurses write about each moment are usually finished after the event has passed. This delay makes the records vague, uneven and sometimes wrong. Accurate, live data is needed to guide decisions and improv

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Election buzz in Nebraska’s District 5

Nebraska’s District 5, covering parts of southern Lincoln and rural Southeast Nebraska, will have a new board member this year. The current seat holder, Kirk Penner, has chosen not to run again, opening the field for fresh voices. The candidates bring diverse backgrounds. One contender is 59 years

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Apr 12 2026SCIENCE

NASA’s Next Moon Mission: Why Artemis III Matters More Than You Think

NASA’s upcoming Artemis III mission isn’t just another spaceflight—it’s a critical stepping stone for humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond. Unlike earlier missions, this one focuses on testing new tech in real lunar conditions before astronauts attempt longer stays. The mission will push the lim

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Apr 12 2026EDUCATION

Faster Path to Becoming a Physical Therapist in Utah

Utah’s colleges are finding creative ways to help students enter high-demand healthcare jobs faster. A new deal between Utah Valley University and Rocky Mountain University brings this idea to life. Top students at UVU can now finish both their bachelor’s degree and a doctorate in physical therapy i

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Apr 11 2026SCIENCE

NASA’s Real‑Life TIE Fighters: From Ion Engines to Light‑Speed Dreams

NASA’s space programs and the Star Wars universe share more than a fan base. The TIE fighter, famous for its sleek twin‑engine design and blue ion trails, actually reflects technologies NASA has tested. The name “TIE” is short for Twin Ion Engines, a concept that first appeared in 1990s jet‑propulsi

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Health Fraud Probe Revisited: New York Numbers and Medicare Moves

New York’s Medicaid fraud investigation has shifted its focus after a miscalculation was discovered. Earlier, officials claimed about five million residents were receiving personal‑care assistance out of a state population of 6. 8 million Medicaid users, suggesting an alarming rate of misuse. A la

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

Bringing Spirit into Care: What Nursing Learners Really Think

Nursing students, residents and senior nurses often feel that caring for a person’s spirit is as vital as treating their body. Yet many find themselves unprepared to do so, because the courses they take rarely cover this topic in depth. A recent map of research shows that most studies come from Turk

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