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Apr 17 2026HEALTH

Healthy Plant Foods and Liver Health in a Diverse Community

The liver can get stuck with fat when people have certain health problems, a condition once called fatty liver disease but now named metabolic dysfunction‑associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). This illness is rising worldwide and doctors have only a few good ways to treat it. \\ Research sho

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Apr 17 2026ENTERTAINMENT

K‑Drama Boom: How Netflix Sparked a Global Love Affair

Netflix’s newest hit, Bloodhounds season two, drew 7. 4 million viewers last week and became the biggest non‑English show on the platform, landing it third overall. That success is part of a larger trend: Korean dramas now occupy three spots in the top ten non‑English programs on Netflix, and all of

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Apr 17 2026HEALTH

When medical care clashes with personal beliefs

The push to include gender identity in healthcare has led to messy court battles and confusing insurance rules. Hospitals and clinics sometimes refuse treatments like sex changes or hysterectomies based on religious or ethical grounds, only to be sued by patients who feel these refusals are unfair.

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Apr 17 2026RELIGION

Young men in the U. S. are finding more meaning in religion than ever before

Recent data shows a surprising shift among young men in America. More are saying religion plays a big role in their lives than young women—a rare reversal in the past 25 years. In 2024, 42% of men aged 18-29 called religion "very important, " up from just 28% two years earlier. Meanwhile, young wome

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Apr 17 2026RELIGION

Pope Leo speaks out against global leaders fueling chaos, while Cameroon takes a temporary step toward peace

During a trip across Africa, Pope Leo XIV didn’t hold back. In Cameroon, he called out leaders who use power to destroy instead of build. He didn’t name names, but his message was sharp: powerful figures twist faith and turn wealth into weapons. In Bamenda, a city caught in years of unrest, he point

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Apr 17 2026RELIGION

Young Men Are Finding More Meaning in Faith Than Before

A recent survey shows that more young men under 30 now say religion plays a big role in their lives. In 2023, only 28% described it as "very important, " but by 2025, that number jumped to 42%. This shift stands out because younger women, who have traditionally been more religious, are actually show

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Apr 17 2026RELIGION

Anton Boisen’s Hidden Breakthrough in Mental Health

Anton Boisen wasn’t just another thinker from the early 1900s. He was a man who turned personal struggle into a fresh way of understanding mental health. After a severe mental breakdown in 1920, he spent time in a psychiatric ward. Instead of just recovering, he began noticing something unusual. His

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Apr 17 2026BUSINESS

A Local Arts Spot Bites the Dust After Tax Struggles

The once-popular Harrisburg Midtown Arts Center has shut its doors for good, its owners blaming city officials for deliberately sabotaging their efforts. In a Facebook post, the group called "the HMAC Family" called the closure permanent and claimed city leaders constructed a trap to force them out.

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Apr 17 2026POLITICS

How the U. S. and Japan Are Rethinking Defense and Trade for a Changing World

The U. S. and Japan are turning their long-standing partnership into more than just a military agreement. They’re building a system that connects defense, trade, and technology to stay ahead. Over the next ten years, this could reshape how both countries handle security and economic risks, especiall

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Apr 17 2026LIFESTYLE

Making Business Class Feel Like First Class: A Game-Changing Move in Air Travel

Back in 2017, a big shift happened in airplane cabins when one airline introduced doors in business class—something that was mostly seen in first class before. This wasn’t just about adding a door; it was about changing how we think about air travel comfort. Before this, business class mostly meant

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