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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The #MeToo Movement and the Complex Reality of Digital Support

The #MeToo movement began in 2006 but exploded online in 2017, giving many women a platform to speak up about sexual harassment and assault. Social media became a powerful tool for sharing stories, but it also split people into two camps. Some voices offered empathy and solidarity, helping survivors

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

The calm golfer with Swedish roots

Ludvig Åberg’s journey from a small Swedish town to golf’s global stage is more than just a sports story. It’s a tale of quiet determination shaped by an unassuming upbringing. Born in Eslöv in 1999, he grew up in southern Sweden, where golf wasn’t his only focus—education mattered too. Sweden’s app

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

Phil Mickelson: The Quiet Strength Behind the Golf Legend

Golf fans know Phil Mickelson for his smooth left-handed swing and six major championship wins. But his success didn’t just happen on the course — it started in his childhood. Born in San Diego but raised in Arizona, Mickelson’s early life wasn’t all about trophies. As a kid, he learned to swing lef

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

From Sportswriter to Pitcher: A Rookie’s Journey to the Big Leagues

Duncan Davitt’s story isn’t about starting at the bottom—it’s about switching careers mid-game. A week ago, he was covering high school volleyball games for his family’s small-town newspaper in Indianola, Iowa. Today, he’s warming up in a Chicago White Sox uniform, preparing for his Major League Bas

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

How Unions Shape Later Life for Older Workers

Workers who joined unions decades ago often look back on their careers with different views than those who entered the workforce just a generation later. A recent look at two groups of older Americans—born 18 years apart—shows how labor unions influenced not just paychecks, but also how people felt

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

How extreme heat and cold affect health differently

Scientists have been studying how extreme temperatures impact urgent healthcare needs. Their findings suggest that while both extreme heat and cold can harm health, their effects aren't equal. The research looks at how often people end up in emergency rooms or need urgent care during these temperatu

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Emergency Vehicles and Green Rules: A Balancing Act for California

California is pushing hard to cut emissions, but the push from the state may have dangerous side effects. New rules want most vehicles to go electric soon, including ones used in emergencies. The problem? Right now, zero-emission alternatives for some key support vehicles simply aren’t dependable en

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Apr 09 2026CRIME

Another Journalist Killed in Gaza as Fighting Continues

Four people died in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza this week, including Muhammad Washah, a journalist working for Al Jazeera. Local health officials say two strikes hit separate areas, one along Gaza City’s main road and another in the central part of the territory. While Israel has not commented on eit

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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 07 2026SPORTS

Rockingham’s New Star and a Legend’s Pride

The weekend at Rockingham Speedway was more than just a race; it felt like a celebration of the track’s legacy and its bright future. The event marked the return of NASCAR Cup Series fans to a historic 1. 017‑mile oval that had been absent from the top tier for years, sparking hope that the O’Reilly

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