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Apr 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Netflix fans are finally saying enough is enough

Netflix just raised prices again. This time, the cheapest ad-supported plan now costs nearly $9 per month, while its top-tier service without ads jumps to almost $27. These increases follow similar moves from other streaming giants like HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu, all of which have raised prices in

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Politics in Utah hit a rough patch this week

Utah's usually calm political scene turned messy this week. Two well-known politicians faced trouble, a university changed its plans, and the state’s top court got caught in the middle. The drama started when state leaders looked into claims that a justice on Utah’s highest court had an improper rel

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Apr 19 2026WEATHER

What's next for North Texas weather?

North Texas will swap its warm embrace for a brisker hug this weekend as a cold front rolls through. This isn't just a gentle breeze change; it's a full shift, dragging cooler air behind it like a blanket. Saturday starts with a bang—scattered storms and gusty winds, some strong enough to snap tree

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Apr 19 2026WEATHER

New Jersey braces for chilly shift after wet weekend

New Jersey faces a quick weather flip this weekend starting with rain and ending with frost. A cold front rolls in late Saturday bringing wet conditions that stick around until Sunday morning. Temperatures take a steep dive after the rain ends, setting the stage for a much colder week ahead. Rain a

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Apr 19 2026CRIME

Peering into the Shadows: What a Serial Killer Exhibit Really Reveals

New Yorkers now have a chance to step into a world often confined to true crime podcasts and late-night documentaries. An exhibit recreating crime scenes from infamous serial killers has opened in Greenwich Village, inviting adults to explore the darkest corners of human behavior. But beyond the sho

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Apr 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Pet wearables go beyond just tracking location

New smart collars for dogs and cats now monitor health metrics like heart rate and breathing patterns, something once limited to human devices. Instead of just telling you where your pet went, these collars claim to detect early signs of stress, allergies, or illness through motion sensors and AI an

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Mold at Home and How It Affects Allergy Sufferers

New research shows that finding mold inside a house can make symptoms worse for people who already react to dust mites. The study looked at patients with confirmed allergies to house dust mites and compared their health records with whether mold was present in their homes. Results revealed a c

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Brighter Minds for Those in Uniform

Uniformed workers face tough moments that can shake their mental health. Studies show they have higher chances of feeling anxious or depressed than people in other jobs. Researchers wanted to see which help methods actually work for these groups. They looked at all the available evidence, not jus

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Apr 18 2026OPINION

How NPR talks about Iran - and why it matters

NPR often calls Iran a "regime" but calls other governments just "governments. " It’s a simple word difference, but it shows how news organizations pick sides. Look at Israel, for example: it holds elections but only for about half its population. Meanwhile, Iran holds real elections across its whol

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Nordic Countries Back Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Move

Officials from Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark spoke up after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open for ships. The statement followed a truce worked out in Lebanon, which paused a long-running dispute in the area. The Nordic leaders didn’t just cheer Iran’s words—they stressed that real peace

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