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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A simple guide to sci-fi shows that won’t leave you lost in space

Science fiction can feel like a maze for first-timers. The genre often throws big ideas at viewers without much help. Shows like The Expanse or Westworld assume you already know the rules of their worlds. That’s tough if you’re just dipping your toes in. But one show changed that game. Thirteen yea

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Apr 11 2026EDUCATION

Northern California cheers as NASA’s moon mission takes center stage

On a Friday evening in Oakland, the Chabot Space and Science Center buzzed with excitement as locals gathered to celebrate Artemis II, the first crewed moon mission in over fifty years. The Orion capsule splashed down off San Diego at 5:07 p. m. , signaling the mission’s success. While the astronaut

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Apr 11 2026SCIENCE

How astronauts land safely after coming back from space

Spacecraft returning to Earth need a soft landing, and water has been the go-to choice for decades. The idea isn’t just about avoiding a hard crash—it’s also about control. When a capsule hits water at the right speed, the ocean acts like a giant cushion, spreading out the shock. But getting to that

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Washington's Budget Battle: Where Money Goes and Where It Doesn't

The final budget plan from Washington’s mayor suggests big changes ahead. At $21. 2 billion, it’s a massive spending document that will face tough debates in local and federal government. With Republicans in Congress showing more interest in city matters, this budget could become a flashpoint. The m

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Apr 11 2026CRIME

Congress Plans Hearing for Epstein Victims

The U. S. House Oversight Committee wants to give Epstein’s victims a platform. Chairman James Comer announced plans for hearings after First Lady Melania Trump publicly backed the idea. She argued victims deserve to share their stories under oath. Comer agreed, saying they will move forward with th

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Local nurse puts health on Wayland’s agenda

Katie Stiff has stepped into the race for two open seats on Wayland’s Board of Health, giving voters a fresh face with hands-on experience. Though she moved to town only in 2020, she already sits on the board and works daily as a nurse practitioner at a major Boston hospital. Stiff’s path to public

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

Old Face, New Worries at the Races

Sir Alex Ferguson still turns up at big sporting events long after retirement, this time at Aintree. Most fans expect to see the 84-year-old because he once raced top horses like Rock of Gibraltar and now watches from the sidelines. Yet the clip that spread online wasn’t about winners or losers—it w

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

A Congressman Praises Melania Trump’s Epstein Comments, But What’s Really Going On?

A Republican lawmaker from Indiana recently shared his thoughts on First Lady Melania Trump’s remarks about Jeffrey Epstein’s victims. He called her words “so appropriate” and argued that her position gives her statements extra weight in today’s divided political climate. He believes her message sta

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Apr 11 2026CELEBRITIES

When a personal assistant feels gagged by NDAs and a tough work environment

A former personal assistant has filed a lawsuit against Howard Stern and his wife Beth, arguing that her firing came with unenforceable paperwork and an unpleasant workplace. Leslie Kuhn worked for them from late 2022 until February 2024, starting as an office manager before moving into a larger rol

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Testing dogs for tropical diseases in Panama: what works and what doesn't

In rural Panama, dogs act like living alarms for two dangerous diseases spread by bugs. One disease, called American cutaneous leishmaniasis, causes skin sores and is carried by sandflies. The other, Chagas disease, attacks the heart and is spread by kissing bugs. Both diseases are common in the sam

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