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Apr 22 2026WEATHER

Understanding weather beyond the numbers

Weather reports often focus on temperatures and rain chances, but they rarely explain why forecasts change or what those shifts might mean long-term. A new weekly update aims to fill that gap by digging into the science behind forecasts and climate trends. Instead of quick updates on storms or heatw

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

David Duchovny Moves From Sci‑Fi to Real‑World Mysteries

David Duchovny, once known for his role in a top science‑fiction series, has turned away from the genre he never truly loved. He admits that his early interest in shows like the original “Star Trek” was a one‑off and that he now prefers stories grounded in fact. Duchovny earned degrees in English li

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

What Did Trump's Mom Really Think About His Political Career?

For years, a fake quote supposedly from Donald Trump’s mother has spread online. It claims she called him an "idiot with zero common sense" and hoped he’d never enter politics. The words were packaged as a newspaper clipping with a real photo of Trump and his mom—but no actual newspaper or magazine

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Apr 20 2026POLITICS

Building Bridges: How Colleges Are Teaching Students to Talk Across Divides

Across the country, schools are trying something new—not to change politics, but to change how people talk about it. At Rutgers, a project called the "democracy wall" doesn’t push students to pick sides. Instead, it asks them to wish for the nation’s future, and many do the same thing: want unity ov

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

Better hitting and Woo’s arm keep Mariners hot in Texas

Seattle’s bats woke up just in time for Sunday’s doubleheader finale. Under clear skies and rising temperatures, the Mariners used timely power to crush Texas 5-2 and grab their second series victory of the year. Instead of folding against a tough southpaw, they delivered early and often, led by a p

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Apr 20 2026WEATHER

Spring Weather Switch: Rain, Wind, and Allergies Hit Staten Island

Staten Island is about to face a spring mood swing this week. After a taste of warm 80-degree days last week, the upcoming forecast is bringing it back to typical spring unpredictability. Rain showers are expected to roll in starting Sunday, kicking off a stretch of days that feel more like April th

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Apr 19 2026SPORTS

Will the Mariners turn things around or keep digging themselves deeper?

The Seattle Mariners have started the season poorly with a rough 8-13 record, and fans are growing restless. A recent home loss to Texas revealed more than just weak hitting — it showed a team lacking intensity and urgency. After coming close to a championship last year, the club seems stuck in a st

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Apr 19 2026WEATHER

New Jersey braces for chilly shift after wet weekend

New Jersey faces a quick weather flip this weekend starting with rain and ending with frost. A cold front rolls in late Saturday bringing wet conditions that stick around until Sunday morning. Temperatures take a steep dive after the rain ends, setting the stage for a much colder week ahead. Rain a

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Apr 18 2026WEATHER

A quick look at New Jersey's wild weekend weather shift

This weekend, New Jersey isn't just getting rain—it's getting a full weather makeover. While the northern and western parts brace for sudden downpours and gusty winds, the Jersey Shore will trade sunny skies for cooler temperatures. Saturday brings a noticeable drop, with inland areas hitting the 70

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

A colorful art project brightens an empty downtown spot

A vacant storefront in downtown Ann Arbor got a surprise glow-up last month, but not the kind that usually leads to new business. Instead of a "For Rent" sign, the windows of the old Downtown Home and Garden now feature playful art from University of Michigan students. Their project includes whimsic

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