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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Can blood tests at first diagnosis predict how fast MS might progress?

When someone is first diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, doctors often wonder how the disease will behave in the long run. New research suggests that a simple blood test taken at the start might give clues about future progression. Scientists have noticed for years that people with MS often have unu

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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Why kids' doctors don't get sick as often as you think

Doctors who treat children deal with runny noses, sneezes, and other germs all day long. One pediatrician shared how a toddler sneezed right in his face during a check-up, leaving him covered in droplets. Another doctor had a near-identical experience. Parents often wonder how these doctors stay hea

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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Why Digital Abuse in Relationships Is More Common Than You Realize

A recent study looked at how students in Turkey use tech in unhealthy relationships. Over 1, 700 college students took part in a survey that asked about their lifestyle, family background, and how they communicate with partners online. The goal was to find out who might be at risk of digital abuse—l

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Florida’s Redistricting Dilemma: Why Census Flaws Matter Now

Florida is preparing for a special legislative session next month to redraw congressional district lines, a move that happens more often than people realize. The state’s population grew fast in the last decade, but the 2020 Census missed about 750, 000 residents—a significant error that could shape

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Apr 27 2026OPINION

Why Massachusetts needs smarter license plates now

Back in 1903, Massachusetts became the first state to use license plates, starting with simple numbers when cars were uncommon. Over time, plates grew longer and more complex as car ownership exploded. Today, most plates have six to eight random letters and numbers—like "7KQX29"—which might seem fin

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Apr 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

How tech hubs can power up their neighborhoods instead of draining them

Many people worry that when a giant tech building moves into town, it will hog all the electricity and jack up local power bills. That fear isn’t baseless—big data centers do chew through a lot of juice. But fresh engineering ideas show these energy-hungry giants can flip the script and become commu

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Apr 27 2026OPINION

A Naval Leader’s Goodbye After 20 Years

A Navy commander with two decades of service faced an impossible choice: retire early or lose benefits entirely. Michelle Bloomrose, a decorated officer confirmed for promotion to captain, never got to wear the new rank. Instead, she walked away because the government decided her identity made her u

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Apr 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities born on April 26th: from Hollywood stars to historical figures

April 26th isn’t just any ordinary day—it’s the birthday of many well-known faces across different fields. While most people celebrate with cake and gifts, these individuals mark their special day by making others laugh, think, or even changing landscapes forever. Hollywood stars take center stage,

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Apr 27 2026CRYPTO

The One Stop Shop for Crypto Trading

Crypto trading used to feel like juggling flaming torches – custody here, lending there, derivatives somewhere else entirely. Most firms pieced together services from different providers, patching gaps with duct tape and hope. But Coinbase flipped that script by offering a complete package under one

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Apr 27 2026FINANCE

New AI tricks make crypto scams harder to spot

A tech founder nearly lost his crypto wallet after a fake Microsoft Teams call that looked totally real. The call included a face and voice he recognized—someone he’d spoken with before from the Cardano Foundation. Two other people joined, making the setup feel normal. When the video froze, a prompt

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