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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

Saudi Oil Flow Returns to Normal After Recent Tensions

Saudi Arabia has bounced back from recent disruptions to its oil operations, confirming that its massive East-West pipeline is now running at full speed again. The line, which typically carries around seven million barrels each day, had faced temporary slowdowns after unexpected strikes. The country

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Stefon Diggs and the Patriots: A Split That Left Questions Unanswered

Stefon Diggs wasn't just cut by the New England Patriots—he felt underused. Even after leading the team in targets, catches, and yards last season, he never got the full chance to perform. His frustration boiled over in an online exchange where he admitted, "I'm still mad. . . I ain't really get to

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Spain’s Leader Picks China Over U. S. Again—Is It Smart Trade or Risky Bet?

Spain’s prime minister is packing his bags for Beijing once more, marking his fourth trip to China in just a few years. While many European leaders follow America’s lead on China, he’s sticking to his own path, even when it clashes with U. S. President Trump. Spain sees China as a key partner for gr

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Keeping moms and babies safe: What South African healthcare workers say about tracking vaccine side effects

South African health clinics give vaccines to pregnant women every day. But what happens when these vaccines cause unwanted reactions? A recent study asked workers on the front lines how well they monitor these side effects. Most know vaccines prevent diseases, but many struggle to follow the rules

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Seaweed: The Ocean’s Gift with Hidden Dangers

Seaweed packs a serious nutritional punch. Just a handful of dried nori delivers vitamins A and C, iron, and zinc—sometimes more than what’s in an entire salad. Brown seaweed like kombu brings iodine, which keeps the thyroid running smoothly, while red varieties like dulse add protein without a stro

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Heart Attack and Depression: A Two-Way Street?

Studies show that heart attacks and depression don't just happen separately. They often appear together, and each can make the other worse. Researchers dug into past studies to see how these two health issues are connected. What they found wasn't just a one-way road. Instead, it's more like a two-wa

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Apr 13 2026WEATHER

North Texas Weather Check: Rain Across the Region, Storm Risk Later

Sunday started quietly in Dallas, but weather patterns kept changing as heavier rain soaked western counties while the city stayed dry in the early hours. By late morning, storms had moved inland from the west, soaking rural towns like Bowie and adding an inch or more to rainfall totals in areas lik

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Food Trucks Move Into Downtown Spokane: A Look at the New Rules

Spokane is thinking about letting food trucks set up shop in more downtown spots. The city council will discuss a small plan that could drop a $60 permit fee for trucks that stay in town more than two weeks each year. That fee is rarely used, so it would cost the city only about $500 a year to keep.

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Apr 12 2026SCIENCE

Peeling Back the Layers of Plastic in Coastal Waters

Scientists collected tiny plastic fragments that float in three coastal areas, each with a different mix of ships and tourists. They focused on polyethylene pieces because it is common in the sea. Using a technique that shines infrared light onto the plastic, they recorded how the molecules vibrate.

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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Stefan Vaaks Joins Illinois, Shaking Up the Big Ten

Stefan Vaaks, a 6‑foot‑7 Estonian guard who surprised many as a freshman at Providence, has committed to play for Illinois, according to his agents. He arrived in the Big Ten as a top‑10 transfer on ESPN’s list, bringing a rare blend of height and ball‑handling. During his single season with t

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