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Apr 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

New AI model boosts coding and research with fewer questions

OpenAI just released a fresh update to its AI tools, called ChatGPT 5. 5, built for people who need help with tough tasks like coding and research. Seven weeks after its last version, this new model is here to make everyday digital work easier. The team behind it says it can figure out confusing pro

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Apr 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer concert tickets for just $30? Here’s how to grab them

Live Nation just dropped a deal that turns summer concert tickets into a steal. For one week starting April 29, fans can snag $30 tickets to 70+ shows in Massachusetts. The lineup’s a mix of big names and crowd-pleasers—from pop acts like Kesha and The Pussycat Dolls to country stars like Luke Bryan

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Apr 24 2026FINANCE

Game Company Shares Jump on Strong Earnings

A gaming business just beat Wall Street's expectations by a wide margin. The company reported adjusted earnings of 11 cents per share compared to the 7 cent estimate. Revenue also came in higher than expected at $1. 77 billion versus a $1. 75 billion forecast. This double beat sent shares up nearly

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Apr 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Green Living Gets a Boost in Oak Park

Oak Park isn't just talking about going green—it's throwing a party to show it. The village teamed up with local park leaders to turn Earth Day into a hands-on showcase at the Oak Park Conservatory. Instead of the usual classroom-style learning, residents got to explore real stations run by half a d

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Apr 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Bright screens ahead: RGB Mini-LED TVs arrive with color you can trust

2026 is shaping up to be the year tiny diodes change how we watch. TV brands like Samsung, LG, TCL, Hisense, and Sony are all rolling out new screens that swap the usual blue backlight for red, green, and blue mini LEDs. The move isn’t just a name change; it’s a color upgrade. More diodes mean purer

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Apr 24 2026FINANCE

What’s Next for Microchip’s Stock After Big Gains?

Microchip Technology, a major player in making tiny but powerful chips, is about to share its latest money numbers for the quarter ending in March 2026. The company, worth nearly $45 billion, sells everything from microcontrollers to memory chips used in cars, phones, and industrial machines. Over t

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Apr 24 2026HEALTH

How nations tackle difficult cancers: a global health puzzle

In 2023, seven leading economies made a quiet vow to join forces against some of the toughest cancers. Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, the UK and the US promised to share knowledge and speed up care for cancers where survival rates are often low. The challenge they faced wasn’t just medic

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Apr 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Teens and AI: How parents can now peek at chat topics

Meta’s latest update lets parents check the general themes their teens discuss with AI, but not the exact chats. A new "Insights" section appears in the supervision tools, listing categories like School, Entertainment, or Health and Wellbeing. Think of it as a weekly summary of conversation buckets

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Apr 24 2026HEALTH

Mushrooms: A Brain Boost Worth a Try?

Eating mushrooms might do more than just add flavor to a meal. A recent study looked into common edible fungi such as white button, shiitake, oyster, and dried varieties. Researchers followed a group of adults aged 60 and above, tracking both their mushroom intake and mental sharpness over time. Th

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Apr 24 2026HEALTH

New Mexico health officials sound alarm after rabid dog discovery

Health authorities in Curry County, New Mexico recently confirmed a troubling case of rabies in the area. A young dog, just under a year old, tested positive for the disease after coming into contact with wildlife. What makes this situation particularly serious is that the dog hadn't received its ma

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