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Apr 05 2026CELEBRITIES

A Country Star's Comeback After a Health Scare

Cody Johnson, a well-known figure in country music, faced a tough challenge last year when he had to cancel several tour dates. Health problems struck when a severe infection led to a burst eardrum, forcing him into emergency surgery. Recovery wasn’t going to be quick, and singing was off the table

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Stay smart on summer trips: dengue fever is rising

This summer, travelers should pack more than sunscreen. Mosquitoes carrying dengue fever are spreading faster than usual, prompting health alerts across the country. The illness, nicknamed “breakbone fever” for the severe joint pain it causes, starts with ordinary flu-like symptoms—high temperature,

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

A Common Plant That Could Make Pregnancy Easier

Red raspberry leaves have been trusted for centuries, not just for their fruit, but for their healing effects. Long before modern medicine, people brewed these leaves into teas to ease discomfort and strengthen the body. Unlike many supplements today, this remedy comes with a history—not just market

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Arizona’s dental job gap leaves many assistants stuck in training limbo

A new program in Arizona aims to ease the dental workforce shortage by training assistants to handle basic cleanings—but the rules shut out graduates from many local schools. A recent law created the Oral Preventive Assistant role, allowing workers to clean teeth above the gum line under a dentist’s

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Apr 04 2026SCIENCE

Solar Power Made Simple: How Tiny Molecules Beat the Rules

The world of solar cells has taken a sharp turn thanks to new molecules called non‑fullerene acceptors, or NFAs. Among them, a group known as the Y‑type series can turn sunlight into electricity with about 21 % efficiency, a level that rivals many conventional solar panels. But scientists still don’

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Apr 04 2026HEALTH

Biologics for Long‑Term Urticaria: When to Start and What It Means

Veterans who suffer from chronic spontaneous urticaria (CSU) often go through many doctor visits, hospital stays, and emergency rooms before a new type of medicine is tried. A study looked at records from 2011 to 2021 to see how long it takes from the first diagnosis until a biologic drug is started

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Apr 04 2026ENVIRONMENT

Farmers’ Waste Choices: What Drives Recycling in Western Iran

In many parts of western Iran, farmers produce a lot of crop and orchard leftovers that can harm the environment if not handled properly. A new study looked at why these farmers decide to recycle or ignore that waste, using two well‑known theories about human behavior. The research combined the T

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Apr 04 2026EDUCATION

AI and the Future of Teaching in Medicine

The idea that machines might take over all teaching jobs is a common worry. In medical schools, professors are still needed to guide students through complex clinical decisions and to model professional behavior. Yet new technology is changing what a teacher does. First, digital tools can handle

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Apr 04 2026TECHNOLOGY

Massachusetts Shares 27, 000 Devices to Boost Digital Access

The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative’s Broadband Institute has rolled out nearly 27, 000 internet‑enabled gadgets through its Connected and Online Program. The effort includes a distribution of 1, 000 devices to six community groups in Agawam, Holyoke and Longmeadow. In Hampshire County, ei

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Stadium Wall Falls, 60 Injured in Lima Soccer Fan Gathering

A sudden wall collapse at a Lima soccer stadium left 60 fans hurt during a pre‑game celebration. The incident happened the night before a major match, not while a game was underway. Images shared online show chaos as supporters scrambled to help those trapped in the fallen structure. Health officia

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