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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Tracking Malaria Treatment: New Ways to Spot Resistance Faster

Health workers in Africa face a tough challenge: malaria parasites are changing, making some common treatments less effective. For nearly 20 years, doctors have relied on a method called therapeutic efficacy studies (TES) to check if drugs still work. But this approach has become slow and complicate

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Teens are really into this Aussie school show for a reason

A new Australian series has quietly become a hit with young audiences. It’s not just another teen drama—it actually talks about real problems kids face today. The story follows Amerie, a sharp-witted student who teams up with her best friend Harper to uncover the chaos at their Sydney school. What s

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Apr 05 2026LIFESTYLE

Boulder’s icy dip warms hearts and raises funds

Every winter, some people jump into icy waters to raise money for good causes. In Boulder, hundreds chose to take a chilly leap last Saturday at the annual Polar Plunge. The event raises funds for Special Olympics Colorado, supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. This year’s plunge happe

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

The Sabres break free while the Jets keep waiting

The Buffalo Sabres just ended a record-breaking 14-year playoff drought in the NHL, six games before the season ended. Meanwhile, the New York Jets remain stuck in the league’s longest active postseason absence at 15 years. These two teams used to share the unwanted spotlight, but now the Sabres are

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Apr 05 2026SPORTS

Minnesota United loses James Rodriguez for LA Galaxy clash

Minnesota United’s hopes of extending their unbeaten start to the season took a hit after star midfielder James Rodriguez pulled out of tonight’s away game against LA Galaxy. Rodriguez, who joined the club last year, was expected to feature after recent international duty with Colombia. But his MLS

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Heart Transplant Patients: Everolimus vs. Traditional Drugs

After a heart transplant, patients must take drugs to prevent their body from rejecting the new organ. For years, doctors have relied on a standard mix of three medications: a calcineurin inhibitor, a drug that slows cell growth, and steroids. But now, everolimus is gaining attention as a possible r

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Why U. S. scientists pick Europe over a country that cuts science funds

Wali Malik wasn’t planning to leave the U. S. He lived near Boston with his wife and three kids, close to his parents in Washington. Then came the money cuts. Federal grants dried up. Friends in labs started getting pink slips. Research teams shrank. One day the phone rang – a job offer from a brand

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Healthy habits after a kidney transplant: why patients struggle to stick with them

When someone gets a new kidney, their body changes in big ways. Doctors say that eating right and staying active could prevent serious problems like heart disease or losing the new organ. Yet many patients don’t follow the advice they’re given. A small study tracked 34 kidney transplant patients. F

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Apr 05 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch for Alabama: What to Expect This Weekend

A few strong storms might pop up in northern Alabama starting Saturday afternoon, with winds up to 60 mph possible in the strongest ones. Tornadoes aren’t on the radar, so that’s a relief. The heaviest activity should arrive between 3 p. m. Saturday and 4 a. m. Sunday, according to weather experts.

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Catch Up on The Rookie Before the Season 8 Finale

Nathan Fillion has been a familiar face on crime shows for years, but The Rookie stands out as his longest-running role in the genre. The series follows John Nolan, an older recruit who becomes a training officer by the end, showing his full journey at the LAPD. With the eighth season wrapping up on

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