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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Red Sox Shake‑Up: A New Coach, a New Vision

The Boston Red Sox made headlines last week when they let go of manager Alex Cora and several key coaches, a move that surprised many but was not a shock to those who know the front office. Craig Breslow, the team’s chief baseball officer and a former left‑handed reliever, has been in charge for thr

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Brain Gene Patterns Reveal Shared and Unique Paths in Parkinson‑Like Diseases

A new study examined the gene activity in nearly a thousand brain samples from people who had died with Parkinson’s disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, multiple system atrophy, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration, Alzheimer’s disease or no brain disease. The researchers used a

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Apr 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Secret Science Behind a Perfect Cup of Coffee

Coffee is more than just a morning drink—it’s a complex mix of over a thousand flavor molecules shaped by the beans, roasting, grinding, and brewing. Yet, even with careful preparation, the taste can vary wildly. One cup might taste too sour, another too bitter, and another just right. Scientists ha

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

When Leaders Play Crowns: A Clash of Symbols and Power

The scene at the White House on that April afternoon looked like a scene from another era. Donald Trump and King Charles stood together, both men framed by the weight of history and the absurdity of the moment. Trump, ever fond of grand gestures, mused about how their ancestors would react to seeing

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s New Leader Seeks to Fix Ties With Ukraine Over Minority Issues

Hungary’s freshly elected prime minister, Péter Magyar, wants to sit down with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in western Ukraine to talk about the rights of ethnic Hungarians living there. Magyar, who just took office after beating Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule, isn’t as hostile to Ukraine as

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Apr 29 2026OPINION

Finding a better way for Alaska's schools

Alaska's schools face tough problems today. Many classrooms have fewer students than before. Some people think closing schools is the only answer. But that misses the real issue. Years of decisions have left schools struggling. Money problems make it hard to help students. When schools can't give k

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Money moves blocked in Hungary linked to Orban’s team

Hungary’s tax office has put the brakes on large overseas transfers tied to allies of a powerful outgoing official. The person making the claim, set to take over soon, posted a video online saying billions in forints—millions in dollars—were frozen because officials suspect laundering. No proof was

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Researchers uncover ancient family ties in China’s ethnic groups

Scientists recently dug deeper into the genetic roots of two ethnic groups in Sichuan, China. They studied 100 people from the Qiang and Yi communities. Their goal? To map out how these groups connect genetically to others nearby. The findings show big similarities between the Qiang, Yi, and other

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Apr 29 2026CRIME

After a mall shooting, officials push for tougher action on gangs

A shooting at a busy Louisiana mall left one teen dead and several others hurt, sparking urgent calls for stronger law enforcement. Officials described the violence as gang-related, raising concerns about how disputes spill into public spaces. The governor emphasized zero tolerance, promising sweeps

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Apr 29 2026CRYPTO

New Crypto Fund Hits Stockholm’s Biggest Exchange

A Swedish company just made it easier for regular investors to bet on Sui, a fresh blockchain that claims to handle transactions super fast with almost no fees. Virtune, a regulated crypto asset manager, launched the Virtune Sui ETP on Nasdaq Stockholm, letting people buy shares linked directly to t

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