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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hidden Tracks: The Forgotten Recordings That Kept Old Hollywood Alive

Back in the midwest, someone had an idea that felt a little like rescuing ghosts without a ghostbuster suit. Instead of collecting scripts or studio badges, they quietly gathered voices—hours of them, in rooms where the star power had once felt electric. These weren’t just casual chats between takes

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Why US AI policy needs to rethink its approach to global cooperation

A Vermont senator is catching flak for inviting Chinese AI officials to a Washington discussion, raising questions about America's tech strategy. Bernie Sanders will share a panel with two prominent figures from China's AI governance scene—both tied to government-backed committees. Critics argue thi

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Redistricting Showdown: Florida, Virginia and the Fight for House Seats

The race to draw congressional maps is heating up as the next election looms. Two states are at the center of the drama, each with a different political agenda and legal hurdles. In Florida, Governor Ron De Santis has released a new map that would add four seats likely to favor Republicans. The pro

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

North Dakota Representative Lost in Minnesota Plane Crash

A tragic accident on April 25th claimed the life of a North Dakota state legislator who was traveling in a small aircraft that crashed and burned near Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. The pilot also perished, leaving the community to mourn a dedicated public servant. The governor of North Dakota announced

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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Continuous Glucose Sensors Help Type 2 Patients Beat Sugar Levels

A new study shows that people with type 2 diabetes who use continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) see better blood‑sugar control than those who stick to finger‑prick tests. The research, published on April 23 in a medical journal, followed over 300 patients for 32 weeks. Half wore CGMs; the others conti

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Apr 27 2026SCIENCE

Early Deaths in a Māori Family Point to Hidden Stomach Cancer

A woman named Karyn Paringatai noticed a disturbing trend in her relatives: many died at a young age. When she traced their medical records, she found that a rare stomach cancer, known as diffuse gastric cancer, was common among Māori families like hers. This type of cancer can develop without

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Florida’s Redistricting Dilemma: Why Census Flaws Matter Now

Florida is preparing for a special legislative session next month to redraw congressional district lines, a move that happens more often than people realize. The state’s population grew fast in the last decade, but the 2020 Census missed about 750, 000 residents—a significant error that could shape

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Apr 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities born on April 26th: from Hollywood stars to historical figures

April 26th isn’t just any ordinary day—it’s the birthday of many well-known faces across different fields. While most people celebrate with cake and gifts, these individuals mark their special day by making others laugh, think, or even changing landscapes forever. Hollywood stars take center stage,

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Apr 27 2026HEALTH

Better ways to predict hospital readmissions using smartwatch data

Hospitals often guess which patients might end up back in care after leaving. They look at basic info like age or recent illnesses, but this way misses what really happens when people recover at home. A patient might seem fine on paper but struggle silently in daily life. This is where wearable gadg

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Mali Faces Fresh Fighting as Rebels Challenge Government Control

A town near Mali’s capital woke up to heavy gunfire on Sunday, signaling that clashes from the day before were far from over. Witnesses reported ongoing firefights in Kati, despite claims from the military that they had regained control. The sudden violence followed one of the biggest joint attacks

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