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Apr 10 2026EDUCATION

A weekend of fun learning in Costa Mesa

Every April, a big festival lands in Costa Mesa to turn playtime into learning time. The Imaginology event pops up at the OC Fairgrounds, mixing science, art, and hands-on fun for families. Instead of staring at textbooks, kids get to build Lego bridges that actually hold weight, paint murals with c

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Apr 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Don’t Starve jumps into a richer world with Elsewhere

The survival game Don’t Starve took its first real step forward in nearly ten years when a new chapter called Elsewhere slipped onto the screen at a game showcase. Instead of staying flat and simple, the world now has real depth—literally. The old top-view maps now stack into layers like a layered c

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Apr 10 2026TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's secret weapon might not be rockets or satellite internet after all

When people talk about SpaceX’s upcoming stock market debut, they usually focus on two things: how the company launches rockets and its rapidly growing Starlink internet service. But one investor suggests Wall Street is looking at the wrong details entirely. Gene Munster, a well-known financial anal

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Apr 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Cage Match Showdown Brewing Between Presidential Heirs

Americans might soon witness a bizarre spectacle unlike anything in modern politics: two of the most famous political families in the U. S. facing off in a one-on-one fight. The idea surfaced when Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, agreed to a cage match against Donald Trump’s sons, Donald Jr

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

How a Medieval Saint Shaped Epilepsy Awareness Today

Epilepsy has been misunderstood for thousands of years. In the past, people often blamed supernatural forces for seizures. Instead of medical explanations, many turned to saints for help. Saint Valentine became a key figure in medieval Europe, especially in areas that now include Germany. Paintings

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Apr 08 2026HEALTH

Finding quiet comfort: A first step in spiritual care for Finland’s seriously ill

Palliative care isn’t just about pain relief or medical check-ups; it also touches the deeper questions people face when life takes an unexpected turn. In Finland, healthcare teams have long struggled to measure spiritual needs because no local tool existed for this part of care. Without such a tool

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Apr 08 2026RELIGION

Young adults rediscover faith as churches see fresh faces

Across the U. S. , churches are noticing something unusual: more young people, especially men, are stepping through their doors. This isn’t just a small change—dioceses report big jumps in adult baptisms and conversions. For example, one diocese expected around 635 new adult Catholics last Easter bu

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Apr 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Festival Owner Stands Firm Over Controversial Headliner

Melvin Benn, the chief manager of Festival Republic, has publicly backed his choice to book Ye for London’s Wireless Festival after several sponsors decided to walk away. Benn explained that he believes in second chances and urged people to pause their immediate backlash. He said that in a world tha

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Air Lease and Sumisho Air Lease Sign Final Deal, Ready to Merge

Air Lease, a Los Angeles airline leasing firm, has secured the last regulatory green light needed to finish its merger with a unit of Sumisho Air Lease Corporation. The approval clears the final hurdle, allowing the deal to close later this month if all remaining conditions are met. The merger will

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Virginia's New Governor Struggles Early Despite Big Win

Virginia just elected Abigail Spanberger governor in a landslide last November. She promised to be a moderate leader, but now, just 80 days into her term, her approval ratings are the worst for any Virginia governor in the 21st century. Only 47% of voters approve of her performance, while 46% disapp

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