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Apr 30 2026EDUCATION

Reading early, dreaming big: How New York invests in kids' futures

Half of New York City students in third to eighth grade can’t read at grade level. That’s a problem because reading isn’t just about passing tests. It’s about opening doors. When kids read, they don’t just learn words—they build worlds in their minds. They start to see themselves differently. They g

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Building Stronger Fuel Cells with Tiny Platinum‑Cobalt Tubes

Scientists have found a way to make the tiny particles that help fuel cells work better. Instead of mixing the metals together, they grow a thin layer of platinum on tiny cobalt tubes that already have holes in them. This “seeded growth” technique creates a one‑dimensional structure that looks like

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Political Talk Turns to Gunfire: A New Debate

A night that was meant for journalists and politicians turned tense when a gunman tried to shoot the president at a White House dinner. After the event, the leader of the country spoke about coming together and said he saw people from both sides united. He also warned that hateful words can create d

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Germany’s Economy in Trouble: Why the Leader Blames Outside Factors

The German economy has stopped growing, and its new chancellor is pointing fingers at places far from his own office. He promised to revive the country’s sluggish market, but a year later the numbers still show little change. As his approval ratings slide, he has taken to blaming foreign events and

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Apr 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Colbert’s Late‑Night Shift: Why Politics Came Back

Stephen Colbert has just finished the last episode of his long‑running show on CBS, a decision that sparked many guesses about why the network ended it. In an interview with The New York Times, Colbert explained that early on he wanted to step away from politics after moving from “The Colbert Rep

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Rapamycin: A Lifesaver That Might Slow Your Workout Gains

A drug that many people take to try and live longer is showing a surprising twist. Scientists expected rapamycin, known for helping transplant patients stay healthy, to boost the good effects of exercise. Instead, research shows it may actually reduce some of those benefits. Rapamycin is already ap

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Apr 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple’s App Store Battle Continues: Court Lets Epic Move Forward

Epic Games won a new court battle that keeps the fight over Apple’s App Store rules alive. A U. S. appeals court in California said it would not pause a decision that forces Apple to loosen restrictions on how developers can accept payments outside the App Store. The move means Epic can keep pushing

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Apr 29 2026CRIME

Stabbing Incident Hits Golders Green, Raising Safety Concerns

A man was caught with a knife in Golders Green, north London. He tried to hurt Jewish people on the street. Local watchers from Shomrim saw him and ran to help. Police came fast and used a taser on the suspect. The area was closed off for safety. Emergency crews, including an ambulance and a police

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Apr 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Meta Faces EU Test Over Teen Access

The European Union has called out Meta for not stopping kids under 13 from joining Facebook or Instagram, even though the platforms say they’re only for people older than that. The EU’s top officials say Meta lacks solid tools to stop children from signing up and doesn’t do enough to find and del

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Apr 29 2026OPINION

Political Violence in America: A New Threat or a Familiar Pattern?

"The latest attempt on the life of President Trump has sparked a debate about whether the United States is entering a dangerous era of political violence. A conversation with a government professor who studies violent acts reveals that this incident is not an isolated one; last year saw the killings

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