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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

Inter Stars Missed the Mark in Italy’s Loss to Bosnia

In a recent match, Italy faced a tough defeat against Bosnia and Herzegovina, leaving many fans puzzled about the performance of several high‑profile Inter Milan players. A former Fiorentina defender, speaking to a sports outlet, offered his thoughts on why the team fell short. He pointed out that

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Apr 07 2026SCIENCE

How Cells Feel Their Surroundings on Fiber-Based Materials

Scientists often ask: how do cells "know" if a surface is soft or stiff when it’s made of tiny fibers instead of a flat sheet? This question matters because the answer helps design better materials for healing wounds or growing new tissues. The study looks at two common ways to measure this stiffnes

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Iran’s top tech school hit by strikes, sparking global backlash

The recent overnight attack on Tehran’s Sharif University of Technology has drawn sharp criticism from Iranians across political lines. Known for producing top engineers and scientists, the university stands as a symbol of Iran’s academic pride. Founded in 1966, it’s often compared to MIT for its cu

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Apr 07 2026EDUCATION

Why academic debates need more people like Gordon

Gordon has spent years pushing academic discussions forward. Not by avoiding tough topics but by diving right into them. He doesn’t just present ideas—he tests them, challenges them, and makes sure they hold up under scrutiny. That approach has shaped how experts view mood disorders, especially bipo

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Apr 07 2026WEATHER

New Alabama tornadoes confirmed from March storms

Alabama just added four more tornadoes to its March storm records, all weak but still worth tracking. These weren’t the dramatic twisters you see in movies—they were all rated EF0, meaning their winds barely reached 85 mph. All four touched down in Mobile County early on March 12, leaving no injurie

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Does the US president risk breaking the rules of war with threats against Iran?

President Trump’s latest posts on Truth Social demand Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face the destruction of its bridges, power plants, and desalination facilities by Tuesday. The message includes insults calling Iranian leaders “animals” and boasts about sending the country “back to the Stone

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Big Banks Bet on Crypto’s Future Through New Federal Rules

A group of Wall Street giants is quietly reshaping how cryptocurrencies could work in the future. Firms like Citadel, Fidelity, and Schwab have backed EDX Markets, which is now asking for a special federal banking license. Their goal? To build a system where crypto trades and holdings follow the sam

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Trump Threatens Iran Over Strait

President Trump warned that if Iran does not open the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, U. S. forces will attack its power plants and bridges. The statement came after American soldiers rescued a wounded pilot whose aircraft was shot down by Iran. Iran responded by striking oil and water facilities

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Apr 06 2026WEATHER

Sunny start, quick chill and a warm comeback

Morning clouds drift away early on Monday, letting bright sunshine peek through the sky. A gentle breeze from the northwest pushes temperatures into the low 30s, with the Twin Cities hovering near 38 degrees. The northern parts stay cooler, staying in the lower 20s. Nightfall brings a clear, cold s

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Why animal doctors and human doctors should team up for better health

Most people don’t realize that vets and doctors face many of the same struggles. Both groups deal with long hours, high stress, and not enough support. The idea behind One Health is that human and animal medicine should work together. This makes sense because diseases can jump between species. Yet t

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