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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Small‑Venue Tax Break: A Boost for Cleveland’s Live Music Scene

Cleveland officials are considering a new rule that could ease the financial load on many of the city’s intimate music halls. A bill led by Councilman Kris Harsh would lift the 4 % admissions tax on venues that sell no more than 750 tickets. Right now, any place that can host between 150 and 750 peo

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Short Yoga Breaks: How 24 Minutes Change Your Body and Mood

A new study looked at what happens to people after a quick 24‑minute yoga class. Researchers wanted to see if this short session could really help with stress, so they measured heart rate, breathing, and feelings before and after the class. The experiment was set up like a mini‑trial. Some particip

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Apr 13 2026WEATHER

Storm Watch: Chicago Faces Multiple Weather Threats This Week

Chicago residents should prepare for a week of unpredictable weather, with several chances for strong to severe storms starting Monday afternoon. The first potential showers appear during the morning commute, as warm temperatures and humid conditions set the stage for possible rain. Morning dew poin

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Stay Alert: Ticks Are Back in the Backyard

The spring heat is inviting people and their dogs to explore parks, but a quiet threat lurks in the tall grass. Since 2020, Alexandria has recorded more cases of Lyme disease, a bacterial illness that spreads when a blacklegged deer tick bites. Symptoms start with fever and fatigue, then a red r

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Phone Freedom: Most Americans Want to Switch Carriers Easily

A new survey shows that nine out of ten people in the United States want to be able to move their phones when they change providers. The study was done by Fabrizio Ward and it found that 93 % of voters think unlocking a phone should be as simple as keeping their number. Support is strong acros

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Records Vanishing: A Quiet Loss of History

The U. S. has long been a keeper of public records, letting citizens look back at government actions. People can request files through freedom‑of‑information laws and courts have upheld that right. In past decades, archives grew with paper piles and digital snapshots of former presidents. Even on

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Rory McIlroy Wins Back‑to‑Back Masters, Phil Mickelson Offers Praise

Rory McIlroy secured his second straight Masters title, a feat that earned him a shout‑out from fellow champion Phil Mickelson. Mickelson, who has claimed the green jacket three times himself, celebrated Rory’s triumph on social media, calling the victory “exciting” and noting that two consecutiv

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

AI in Gainesville: Helping or Hindering Health?

Gainesville doctors and firefighters are trying new ways to use AI. Some say it can help with quick notes or finding patterns in data. Others worry about privacy and accuracy. A fire chief says the department only uses AI for simple admin tasks. They keep patient files safe and do not shar

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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Credo Tech’s Big Move: Buying a Silicon Photonics Company

After the stock market closed, Credo Technology made headlines by signing a deal to buy DustPhotonics, a firm that builds silicon‑based photonic chips used in high‑speed optical transceivers. The purchase will give Credo top‑tier silicon photonics integrated circuits (PICs) and broaden its reach in

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

NACI Turns Sixty: A New Chapter in Canada’s Vaccine Story

Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization celebrated its 60th year in 2024. For six decades, the group has offered trusted advice for the country’s vaccine programs. In the last ten years, NACI broadened its focus. It now weighs ethics, fairness, practicality, public opinion, and

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