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Mar 03 2026CRIME

A Midnight Encounter Turns Tragic

One quiet night, a 65‑year‑old man from Queens decided to leave his apartment for a cigarette run. He carried a silver revolver, a relic from the 1990s that he claimed was part of a personal defense stash. The old man said he could not “take a beating” in his age, so the gun was with him. About fou

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Mar 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Campus Conflicts and Comedy on the Screen

The new week’s TV lineup offers a mix of drama and humor set against college backdrops. One show dives deep into the murky waters of academic relationships, featuring a seasoned professor who becomes obsessed with a younger coworker. The story unfolds through her inner thoughts, blurring fact an

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Mar 03 2026OPINION

Palisades Plant: A Delayed Dream with Big Risks

The Palisades nuclear plant, located near Lake Michigan, was shut down in 2022 and is now the focus of a controversial restart plan by Holtec International, a company with no prior operating experience. Holtec hopes to become the first firm to reopen a plant that has been closed for decommissioni

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Mar 02 2026FINANCE

High‑Yield BDCs: A Quick Look at the Risks

Business Development Companies, or BDCs, often promise big dividends that can tempt investors looking for steady income. The allure is strong: many BDCs offer returns that beat traditional bonds and some stocks, which makes them seem like a gold mine for retirees or anyone needing cash flow. But

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Feb 28 2026BUSINESS

New Leaders and Big Moves in Kansas Business

In the latest wave of changes across Topeka and surrounding areas, several local firms are hiring fresh talent while promoting seasoned experts. A law practice from Washburn University graduates is adding a new associate who will tackle civil and corporate cases, while another legal‑HR firm brings i

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Feb 28 2026SPORTS

A Fresh Start for a Rockies Power Hitter

Zac Veen, 24, has made dramatic changes to his life and body this spring. He added more than 40 pounds of muscle, moving from around 200 to a solid 245 pounds. The biggest shift happened off the field, where he said he had finally gotten sober after years of substance use. He admitted that during

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

Digging into How Bacteria and Viruses Change in Pig Manure Digests

In pig farms, manure piles are a big source of antibiotic‑resistance genes, or ARGs. Scientists wanted to see how treating this waste with anaerobic digestion (AD) changes those genes and the viruses that live there. AD is a common way to break down waste without oxygen, producing useful gas. The s

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

Brain Sugar Signals: Why Insulin Matters in Brain Health

Insulin is usually linked to blood sugar, but new research shows it also talks to brain cells. When the brain stops responding properly to insulin, many nervous system problems can appear. This idea shifts the focus from just weight and diabetes to a wider range of brain diseases. Scientists have f

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Feb 28 2026SCIENCE

Natural Hits Block Super‑Resistant Bacteria

A new study tackled the problem of bacteria that ignore most antibiotics. Scientists focused on an enzyme called GES‑5, which breaks down powerful drugs known as carbapenems. To find blockers for this enzyme, they scanned more than seven thousand plant‑based molecules from two separate collect

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Feb 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Eye the Dance Floor

The newest season of a popular dance show hit record ratings, sparking excitement among fans and celebrities alike. A well‑known comic‑book hero recently admitted he thinks about competing on the show at least once a week, even though he prefers not to follow it online. Other entertain

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