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Apr 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tokyo Tech Hub 2026: What to Expect

SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026 is not just another tech show. It breaks the usual pattern by focusing on four clear areas, each with real demos and people who made them possible. The event partners with a major tech media outlet, giving startups a chance to jump into a bigger launchpad if they shine. A

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Apr 26 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fish struggle when plastic bits and pesticides team up

Scientists tested what happens when tiny plastic fibers and a common insect killer show up together in the water where young tilapia live. Over six weeks, fish exposed to both pollutants grew less and ate food less efficiently than fish exposed to just one or none at all. Their guts showed damage to

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Apr 26 2026FINANCE

How UK crypto rules are shaping (and shrinking) the peer-to-peer dream

UK authorities just raided eight London homes linked to people suspected of running informal crypto cash exchanges. No criminal charges have been filed yet, but the message is clear: trading crypto for profit without following financial rules is no longer a gray area. The Financial Conduct Authority

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Apr 26 2026EDUCATION

Ohio State's last six decades: A story of leadership

Six decades ago, a small team began shaping something bigger than themselves at Ohio State. They didn’t set out to create a legacy, but their work laid the foundation for something that would outlast them all. Today, that influence still shapes decisions, policies, and student experiences across cam

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Apr 26 2026HEALTH

Spices Team Up to Fight Inflammation Better Than Alone

Scientists tested how well common spices fight inflammation when used together instead of separately. They found that menthol from mint, cineole from eucalyptus, and capsaicin from chili peppers work much better when paired. In fact, certain combinations made their anti-inflammatory effects 100 time

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Apr 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smartwatch Sale Alert: Two Top Models Drop Below $400

Smartwatches keep getting pricier, but right now two popular models are finally getting reasonable discounts. The Pixel Watch 4 from Google is selling for about $40 off its normal price, while Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 8 is getting an even steeper 26% discount. Both watches are still weeks or even mont

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Apr 26 2026WEATHER

Weather Shifts: Rain, Wind, and Snow in the Forecast

Saturday night brings cloudy skies with a small risk of showers and even thunderstorms after dark. Winds from the southeast will pick up, blowing between 5 to 15 mph, while warnings for fire risk stay active in some areas until 8 PM due to dry air and gusty winds. Some spots could see winds hit 40 m

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Apr 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Light jackets that work for those in-between spring days

Spring often brings weather that can’t decide what to do. One hour it feels like summer, the next it’s asking for a sweater. Light jackets solve this problem perfectly. They’re the bridge between too warm and too cold, making them a must-have for this tricky season. Not all light jackets are worth

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Slovenia’s Government Stuck Without a New Leader

Slovenia’s political scene is in a tight spot after the recent elections. The ruling Freedom Movement party won by a razor-thin margin, but the new prime minister hasn’t been chosen. The president refused to pick a candidate because no group could prove it had enough allies to form a stable governme

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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

NBA Playoff Action Heats Up With Key Games This Weekend

Saturday brings a mix of must-watch matchups and surprising underdog stories in the NBA playoffs. The Detroit Pistons and Orlando Magic face off again in Game 3, with Detroit hoping to regain home-court advantage after splitting the first two games. Meanwhile, the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to sweep

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