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Apr 13 2026OPINION

Iowans Fed Up with Political Parties

Iowa isn't falling for the usual political drama. Unlike D. C. ’s endless bickering, Iowa still values real conversations over blind loyalty. People bond over corn dogs at the fair or long bike rides, not party slogans. But the state’s voting system forces independents into uncomfortable choices. Ov

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Peru’s Election: A Messy Race for a Nation on Edge

Peru’s next president will be chosen on Sunday, but voters are heading to the polls with little enthusiasm. Thirty-plus candidates are running, none close to the 50% needed to win outright, so a runoff on June 7 seems almost certain. Behind the crowded field lies years of political chaos—eight presi

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Roger Mills: From Soldier to Texas Politician

Roger Mills had two very different careers: one as a fighter in the Civil War and another as a politician trying to shape America’s future. Born in 1832 in Kentucky, he grew up during a time when Texas was still a young state. His family moved to Texas in 1849, just after wars ended and new lands op

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Venezuela's Oil Mess: Can Change Actually Happen?

A Venezuelan oil executive once trusted the system—until it turned against him. In 2017, Gustavo Cárdenas (name changed for clarity) landed a top job at Citgo, the U. S. arm of Venezuela’s state oil company. Just months later, he was arrested in Caracas, thrown into a military prison, and convicted

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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 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sci-Fi\'s Heavy Hitters Hit a Rough Patch

Back in the 1960s, two TV shows changed science fiction forever. One sent a time-traveling alien doctor across history, while the other sent a starship crew boldly where no one had gone before. Both became cultural giants, spawning decades of adventures. But now, these once-dominant franchises face

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Understanding measles protection in kids after early vaccination

Vaccination experts worry about kids catching measles before they get their shots. That’s why some countries give the first measles vaccine at just six months instead of the usual twelve. South Africa tested this idea by giving babies their first dose at six months and a booster at one year. The goa

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Water: The Hidden Force Shaping Life and Health

Water isn’t just something we drink—it might be the unsung hero of our bodies. New research suggests water isn’t just a passive liquid floating around cells. Instead, it acts like a biological battery, storing energy and even holding information. Dr. Gerald Pollack’s work shows that when water touch

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Exploring AI Through a Different Lens: Why Not All Tech Stories Should Blame Machines

A new film takes a fresh approach to artificial intelligence by framing it not as a villain, but as a tool shaped by human choices. Instead of the usual doom-and-gloom warnings, the movie follows a group of people locked in a high-stakes experiment where AI controls their survival in a high-tech maz

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Season Drops Soon: What’s Coming in Torchlight: Infinite’s Next Update

The latest season of Torchlight: Infinite arrives on April 17, bringing a fresh batch of updates. Unlike past seasons, this one focuses on a unique progression system tied to special statues scattered across the Otherworld. Players won’t just grind monsters for loot—they’ll need to hunt down and act

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