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Apr 10 2026HEALTH

Why India Picks December 24 for Dentists

India joins many countries in celebrating dental professionals, but it chose a different date. Instead of March 6 like the U. S. , India picked December 24 in 2016. That day marks the birth of Dr. Rafiuddin Ahmed, who helped shape modern dentistry in the country. Yet, some clinics and media still fo

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Apr 10 2026HEALTH

How long can African swine fever survive in water?

The African swine fever virus is a tough survivor, especially in cold or dirty water. Scientists tested how long it can stay active in different water conditions. They found that in natural water, the virus lasted at least 42 days at temperatures of 4°C, 15°C, and 25°C. In very clean water, it survi

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

How a Medieval Saint Shaped Epilepsy Awareness Today

Epilepsy has been misunderstood for thousands of years. In the past, people often blamed supernatural forces for seizures. Instead of medical explanations, many turned to saints for help. Saint Valentine became a key figure in medieval Europe, especially in areas that now include Germany. Paintings

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Apr 09 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity birthdays: turning a year older today

On April 8, 2026, well-known faces celebrate another year. Instead of just listing names and ages, this snapshot reveals less obvious details about their lives and paths to fame. For instance, one actress marked a milestone while working on her most recent project, proving she still takes on fresh c

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Apr 09 2026HEALTH

Smart Tech Could Free Up Nurses for Patient Care

In nursing homes across Germany, staff often file reports for hours each shift—writing down every temperature check, medication given, and change in a resident’s condition. For some nurses, paperwork takes up to a third of their paid time, squeezing out the moments they had hoped to spend talking wi

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Apr 09 2026CRIME

Connecticut’s crime drop in 2025 – but not all crimes are shrinking

Connecticut closed 2025 with safer streets than the year before. Violent crime fell by almost 8%, homicides dropped from 90 to 70, and simple assaults slid 10%. Even thefts from cars nosedived by 31%. Yet behind these numbers sits a twist: drug offenses soared 13%, identity theft spiked 18%, and ars

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Apr 09 2026CRIME

Another Journalist Killed in Gaza as Fighting Continues

Four people died in Israeli airstrikes on Gaza this week, including Muhammad Washah, a journalist working for Al Jazeera. Local health officials say two strikes hit separate areas, one along Gaza City’s main road and another in the central part of the territory. While Israel has not commented on eit

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Pakistan’s tightrope walk in US-Iran tensions

Pakistan finds itself stuck in the middle as Washington and Tehran inch closer to open conflict. Two officials from Islamabad revealed that backchannel talks between the US and Iran are still alive, despite recent airstrikes and rising threats. One security source pointed out that Iran’s missile str

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Fast Plane That Was Too Costly to Fly

The Concorde wasn’t just fast—it was a flying paradox. Built in the 1960s and 70s, only 20 were ever made, and fewer than half actually carried paying passengers. Most of its flights shuttled wealthy travelers between New York and two European cities: London and Paris. But its supersonic speed came

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Apr 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Festival Owner Stands Firm Over Controversial Headliner

Melvin Benn, the chief manager of Festival Republic, has publicly backed his choice to book Ye for London’s Wireless Festival after several sponsors decided to walk away. Benn explained that he believes in second chances and urged people to pause their immediate backlash. He said that in a world tha

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