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Apr 21 2026CRIME

HYBE Boss Faces Legal Scrutiny Over IPO Deal

Police in Seoul are pushing for a detention order against Bang Si‑hyuk, the chief of music firm HYBE, after allegations that he misled investors before the company went public. The claim is that Bang steered early shareholders to sell their shares to a private fund tied to his associates, then profi

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

UK Leader Faces Heat Over Ambassador Choice

A former senior diplomat says he felt “continuous pressure” from the Prime Minister’s team to hurry up on appointing a new U. S. ambassador, adding fuel to the debate that could threaten the leader’s position. The controversy centers on Labour veteran Peter Mandelson, whose past ties to a convict

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

New Policy Gives Psychedelics a Chance

A recent order from the White House is set to speed up research on psychedelic medicines that could help people with mental illnesses. The executive directive tells the Food and Drug Administration to look at certain drugs faster and creates a new way for doctors to test experimental treatments on p

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Power Shift Rules: How the 25th Amendment Really Works

The 25th Amendment, adopted in 1967, exists to make sure the United States can smoothly hand over power if a president dies or becomes seriously ill. It is not a tool for removing an elected leader without proper procedure. The amendment has four parts. The first two cover situations where a presid

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Trump’s China Trade Game: Confusion and Consequences

President Trump promised in 2025 that tariffs would change the U. S. relationship with China, claiming the country was hurting America’s economy. More than a year later, the trade moves have not forced China to alter its policies or military stance. The result is a policy that feels aimless, l

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Japan Lets Itself Sell More Weapons Worldwide

Japan has changed its rules about selling weapons, a move that could change the country’s role in global arms trade. The new policy removes limits on many types of equipment, such as warships and missiles. This shift signals a break from the strict pacifist stance that has guided Japan after W

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

David Duchovny Moves From Sci‑Fi to Real‑World Mysteries

David Duchovny, once known for his role in a top science‑fiction series, has turned away from the genre he never truly loved. He admits that his early interest in shows like the original “Star Trek” was a one‑off and that he now prefers stories grounded in fact. Duchovny earned degrees in English li

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Apr 21 2026SPORTS

Surprise Finish: Delaware Runner Wins After a Late Sprint

The Delaware Marathon, held for the first time in 2004, recently produced a moment that captured social media attention. A video shared on Instagram showed a shirtless competitor, full of confidence, racing toward the finish line with his arms up in celebration. The clip seemed to promise a clear vi

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Apr 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Switching From Cable: Budget Gadgets That Keep You Connected

Cutting the cord has become easier than ever, and you don’t need a big budget to keep your living room streaming. Think of the simple, low‑cost devices that let you ditch cable and still enjoy movies, shows, news, and live events. The first tool most people add is a streaming stick. A $50 stick fro

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Negotiators, New Stories: A Film World Built on Conflict

MFF & CO has secured the rights to William Ury’s book “Possible, ” a guide that turns disagreement into teamwork. The studio plans to weave the negotiator’s methods—like the “Path to Possible, ” a “Victory Speech, ” and a strategy called “The Balcony”—into a fictional universe. Instead of followi

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