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Apr 25 2026CRIME

Tennessee joins Indiana in blocking Bitcoin ATMs over scam worries

Tennessee just made it illegal to own or run a Bitcoin ATM starting July 1. The law treats it like a minor crime, similar to simple drug possession. State leaders say those machines are too often used to trick people—especially older adults—out of their savings. In 2023, U. S. seniors lost $257 mill

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Pandas return to Atlanta Zoo after years apart

After a gap of more than ten years, giant pandas are heading back to Atlanta. The zoo there will welcome two new arrivals, continuing a tradition where China loans pandas to other nations as part of wider diplomatic efforts. The move comes as global tensions rise, especially between China and the Un

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Apr 25 2026HEALTH

How expert advice helps speed up safe drug trials for muscle diseases

Back in 2009, a small group of experts started giving free, no-nonsense feedback to anyone trying to turn a muscle-disease idea into a real treatment. Their main job was to stop bad drugs from reaching patients too early, and to make sure good drugs had a fair shot at proving they worked. Over 15 ye

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Apr 25 2026HEALTH

How Video Lessons Help Heart Patients Stay Healthy

When people recover from heart issues, doctors often worry they’ll face the same problems again. A fresh look at research reveals a simple tool that might lower that risk: short educational videos. These aren’t just random clips; they’re carefully made lessons showing how to change habits like diet,

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Apr 25 2026HEALTH

A Second Chance at Life Through Small Choices

At 30 years old, Adam Bird had lost everything—his job, his home, even the ability to walk without pain. His weight had ballooned to over 400 pounds, and blood clots in his legs made every step feel like being stabbed repeatedly. Doctors warned he might never walk normally again and suggested drasti

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Apr 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

Claude steps into your daily tasks with new app powers

Claude isn’t just a chat window anymore—it can now borrow your apps to handle real-life tasks. Think of it like a helper that can peek into your calendar, suggest hiking trails, or summon a ride without you opening a single app. The update adds over 20 apps to Claude’s toolkit, from food delivery to

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

How family ties shape local power in one neighborhood

In one city neighborhood, a single family has quietly become more than just a household name—they’ve turned political influence into a legacy. Local races often see multiple members of the Ranneys running for office, raising questions about how generations of one family could dominate the public sce

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Apr 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

TMZ heads to Washington with flashy moves

The arrival of TMZ in Washington isn’t just another entertainment industry takeover—it’s a symptom of how politics and pop culture have blended over time. For years, the city’s power players acted like gatekeepers, keeping out tabloid-style media. But with public trust in Congress at historic lows a

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

A coach’s political views clash with his new team’s hometown

St. Bonaventure basketball’s new general manager came with big sacrifices. Adrian Wojnarowski left a high-paying ESPN job—where he earned seven figures—for a role paying about one percent of his old salary. The move showed serious commitment, but it also introduced a challenge: his outspoken politic

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Apr 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

A Small Whale vs Big Energy: The Fight Over the Gulf

Scientists say there are only about 50 Rice’s Whales left in the world, making them one of the most endangered marine mammals. Yet some politicians are pushing back against their protected status, claiming the whale isn’t actually endangered. A recent study suggested the Rice’s Whale might just be a

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