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Apr 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Sea Worms, Seasons and Stories: How Pacific Islanders Read the Ocean

In some Pacific villages, a swarm of tiny sea worms becomes the town’s weather forecast. The elders call them “palolo” or “nyale, ” and their appearance signals the start of harvests, the coming of cyclone season, or even a symbolic return of spirits. The rituals that follow are simple but powerfu

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Apr 13 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch: Chicago Faces Multiple Weather Threats This Week

Chicago residents should prepare for a week of unpredictable weather, with several chances for strong to severe storms starting Monday afternoon. The first potential showers appear during the morning commute, as warm temperatures and humid conditions set the stage for possible rain. Morning dew poin

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Apr 13 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch: Hail and Tornado Threats Loom Over Iowa

A wet spell will keep Iowa soaked for most of the week, but danger rises on Monday night and again Tuesday evening. The National Weather Service says that northern counties in the north‑central and northeast parts of the state face a modest risk for severe storms as early as 6 p. m. Monday. Ev

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Rangers Face A’s: Who Wins the Betting Battle?

The Texas Rangers and the Oakland Athletics will clash in a four‑game stretch that starts on Monday night at Sutter Health Park. Both teams sit at 8–7, but the A’s have been on a hot streak, winning five straight games, including a 1‑0 victory over the Mets where their pitching shut out the oppositi

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Records Vanishing: A Quiet Loss of History

The U. S. has long been a keeper of public records, letting citizens look back at government actions. People can request files through freedom‑of‑information laws and courts have upheld that right. In past decades, archives grew with paper piles and digital snapshots of former presidents. Even on

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Oil Companies Push for Legal Shield From Climate Lawsuits

Oil firms have long known that burning their fuels can harm the planet. Yet they hid proof and misled people for decades, blocking clean energy progress. Scientists and activists sued these companies to recover money for damages caused by climate disasters that were worsened by the fuels. The

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Pope Speaks Up, Trump Fires Back

The newly elected Pope, who was born in the United States, took a stand against President Trump’s recent criticism of his messages about peace and war. Speaking from the airplane heading to Algeria, he said that his calls for calm come straight from Christian teaching and that he is not afraid of th

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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Banks Face New AI‑Powered Cyber Threats

A fresh wave of artificial intelligence tools is set to reshape the way cyber attackers approach banks. The latest model, named Mythos, can write code and act on its own, giving it the power to spot hidden weaknesses in old and new computer systems alike. Experts warn that such a tool could help h

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Celtic Face Big Goalkeeper Shake‑Up as Title Race Tightens

The Scottish Premiership race is heating up, and Celtic are feeling the pressure. Three points behind leaders Hearts, the champions risk losing their title for the first time in five years. The final match day at Parkhead on 16 May will decide everything, with Hearts aiming for their first crown sin

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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

Podcast Power Play: Two Media Giants Join Forces

Money News Network (MNN) has teamed up with Entrepreneur to spread its popular business shows further. The alliance will help both companies grow their podcast audiences and boost revenue. MNN already pulls in more than 86 million downloads a year, with its listener base growing by over 100% compar

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