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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

A Bright Outlook for 2026, Says Citizens CEO

Citizens Financial Group’s chief executive believes the next year will be better for the economy. He told investors in January that growth, job stability and falling inflation were likely by year‑end. His bank’s analysts also expected two more cuts from the Federal Reserve and a good financial pictu

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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

A New Rule for School Budgets

Cherry Creek Schools is pushing its board to tighten rules on how it pays outside companies. The move comes after a probe into Education Accelerated, the firm that helped launch the district’s teacher residency program. School officials say the company may have overcharged or double‑billed for

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Red Light: The Real Deal Behind the Glow

People love to talk about red light gadgets that promise smoother skin, thicker hair, less pain and even better sleep. The buzz on social media makes it seem like every problem can be solved with a bright panel or a mask. Yet the science that backs up these claims is more complex than the hype sugge

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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Nielsen Picks New Measurement Chief to Push Media Tech Forward

Nielsen has named Roberto Ruiz the leader of its Measurement Science division, a move aimed at sharpening the company’s tools for tracking how people watch shows and use media. Ruiz, who spent nearly twenty years at Univision and later TelevisaUnivision in top research posts, will guide the desig

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Brian Tyree Henry Takes the Lead in Apple’s New Running Drama

The newest project from Apple Studios is a sports drama that puts the spotlight on a homeless high‑school runner, and the star of this film is Brian Tyree Henry. The movie, titled “Running, ” was created by director Gavin O’Connor, known for his work on “Warrior” and “The Way Back, ” along with writ

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Apr 13 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Trading Sites Can Skip Broker Rules, Says SEC

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission has given new guidance that lets some crypto trading apps avoid the usual broker‑dealer registration. The rule only applies to “user interfaces” that help people send orders with self‑custodial wallets, not to firms that actually trade or advise. To quali

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

City Fixes and New Food Stores: A Fresh Look at the Mayor’s First 100 Days

The mayor used a big rally in Queens to say that the next part of his term will focus on small, everyday fixes – what he calls “pothole politics. ” He also announced three new promises for the rest of his time in office: opening five city‑run grocery stores, making all trash containers available eve

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

US Warns Iran of Blockade Threat

President Trump issued a stern warning about Iranian vessels that might approach the U. S. maritime blockade. The threat came as the embargo on ships entering and leaving Iran was set to take effect that day. During a recent war, Trump claimed the U. S. had destroyed Iran’s navy. He noted that only

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Iran Conflict Sways GOP Midterms

Congress returns from a short break and faces a new fight over Trump’s Iran war, a battle that could hurt Republican chances in upcoming elections. Senate Leader Chuck Schumer pushes for another vote to stop the president from acting without Congress, a move that many GOP lawmakers fear will cost

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Movie Watching Beats Tasks in Spotting Face Areas

In brain scans, scientists often use specific exercises to find where certain functions live in the brain. These tasks can be boring, causing people to move and tiredness, especially kids who find long scans hard. A new idea is to show them a fun movie instead of a strict task, hoping they stay stil

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