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Apr 22 2026POLITICS

Planners from 30+ nations gather in London to plan Hormuz protection mission

Military leaders from over thirty countries will spend two days in London mapping out ways to keep the Strait of Hormuz open for ships once fighting stops. Their work follows a week of video calls where more than fifty nations—spread across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia—agreed to join a British-

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Apr 21 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Korean Drum‑Beat Showdown Opens for Switch Players

The 2026 Korea Championship for the popular rhythm game has just started accepting entries from local Switch users. Players must record themselves hitting two specific tracks on the game “Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival” and post the footage to YouTube. The two songs, one rated ★8 and the other ★

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Apr 21 2026EDUCATION

Fresh Voice in Kingston: A Student’s Journey into Local Journalism

The newest face of Kingston’s next‑generation journalism team is a Grade 11 student who has grown up in the city and now writes about its arts scene. She believes that local reporting keeps small communities connected, especially when everyday life is increasingly digital and people rarely leave

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

A Kansas Player Shines as Portsmouth Invitational Tournament Wraps Up

The Portsmouth Invitational Tournament wrapped up with a thrilling finish as Melvin Council Jr. of Kansas took home the MVP award after leading his team, Portsmouth Sports Club, to victory. The game ended 93-86 against Mike Duman, Inc. , with Council putting up strong numbers: 24 points, 8 rebounds,

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Strait Tension: U. S. and Iran Trade Blame Over Ship Incidents

The Strait of Hormuz, a key waterway for global oil traffic, is stuck in a standoff. Both sides have accused each other of breaking a cease‑fire that was meant to keep ships safe. The U. S. claims Iran fired on vessels, while Iran says the American blockade is a war crime. A U. S. president p

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

First-time moms under 25 face higher stress in Japan, study finds

Japan has long worried about very young mothers and their risks for child abuse. But what about women in their early 20s who become first-time moms? A new study flips the focus by comparing two groups: those under 26 and those 26 or older. Most past research zeroed in on teens, leaving a gap for wom

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

Menopause Gets Hype, but Pregnancy Care Still Gets Left Behind

For years, menopause was treated like a minor inconvenience—something to push aside with a shrug and a fan. Now suddenly, it’s everywhere: celebrities talking about hot flashes, influencers selling hormone "boosters, " and whole industries cashing in on women’s midlife struggles. At first glance, th

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

A Mayor and a Former President Share a Story Hour in NYC

Zohran Mamdani, New York City’s mayor, recently spent Saturday morning surrounded by kids and parents at a Bronx childcare center. His guest? Barack Obama. Instead of a boardroom chat, the two leaders spent time reading picture books with toddlers, a moment that stood out from typical political inte

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Apr 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Now Needs Rules Before It Rules Us

AI is no longer just a cool new gadget. People are rushing to use it while forgetting the rules that should keep it safe. The trend looks familiar: we see warning signs, but institutions act too late and then ask if they should have stopped earlier. This pattern is happening with AI right now. The

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

San Diego Lab Space: Empty Buildings, New Moves

San Diego’s science labs are mostly empty. About a third of the space sits unused, which is almost as high as it has ever been. The city’s rental rates are dropping and landlords offer more discounts, so some companies are stepping in. The latest data shows a split scene. Venture money is coming ba

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