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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Unseen Stories: How Rural Women in Nepal Are Redrawing Menstrual Lines

In a corner of rural Nepal, where caste lines, ancient rituals, and old family ways still pull strong, a quiet revolution is playing out—not in protests or marches, but through shared screens and shared stories. A group of women from different backgrounds and age groups came together not to debate t

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Apr 09 2026CRIME

The Luxury Life of a Drug Dealer Linked to a Celebrity’s Death

At 42 years old, a woman once known as the “Ketamine Queen” faces 15 years behind bars after being convicted for her role in a Hollywood actor’s overdose. But long before the arrest, her life was anything but ordinary. Prosecutors paint her as a high-end dealer who turned drug profits into a jet-set

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Sony’s Big Move: Less Variety, More Pressure

Sony isn’t playing it safe anymore. Instead of mixing small bets across different areas, the company is putting almost everything into proven winners. Spider-Man movies, for instance, keep bringing in huge crowds and profits. Now, Sony’s taking that same approach to anime, games, and even online sho

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Smart Tech Could Free Up Nurses for Patient Care

In nursing homes across Germany, staff often file reports for hours each shift—writing down every temperature check, medication given, and change in a resident’s condition. For some nurses, paperwork takes up to a third of their paid time, squeezing out the moments they had hoped to spend talking wi

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Apr 09 2026SCIENCE

How tiny plant boosters help seeds survive the cold

Early spring planting is tricky for pepper and tomato growers because cold soil slows down seed sprouting and weakens baby plants. Scientists tested a two-step trick: soak seeds in a special sugar-like mix, let them dry, then spray the young plants with the same mix. The mix contains three tiny comp

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Health care costs in Virginia: Who really pays the price?

Virginia's health care system is facing a quiet crisis, and most residents don't even realize the game being played with their wallets. Last year's major federal health law quietly handed corporations and wealthy shareholders huge tax breaks while leaving average families to foot the bill. The resul

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

Barcelona fans push hard for Rashford move

Barcelona supporters are making it clear they want Marcus Rashford to stay at the club. Fans interviewed before a Champions League match said he’s been a game-changer since joining on loan. His 24 goal contributions in 40 games have silenced doubts about his impact. Rashford isn’t always a starter,

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Why US sanctions on Cuba could be a violation of international law

In recent years, the US has tightened its grip on Cuba through economic measures that go beyond just trade restrictions. These policies cut off essential oil supplies, which power most of Cuba’s electricity—including hospitals. Without fuel, blackouts worsen, surgeries get delayed, and life-saving t

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Apr 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why hospitals hesitate to use blockchain for health records

Many hospitals still keep medical records locked in old systems that feel safe but slow. These systems rely on passwords and firewalls that hackers keep breaking. Blockchain promises a better way: a digital ledger that spreads data across many computers so no single hacker can steal everything at on

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Apr 08 2026SPORTS

Kayla Harrison’s tough call on weight cuts and UFC’s next move

Kayla Harrison isn’t just another fighter facing tough choices—she’s one of the best ever, and her body is telling her to stop before it’s too late. For years, she’s pushed her limits to compete in the UFC’s bantamweight division, dropping from her natural fighting weight of 145 or 155 pounds down t

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