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Apr 15 2026SCIENCE

How to Test Protein Similarity with Better Limits

Scientists use a method called hydrogen/deuterium exchange mass spectrometry to study how proteins fold. When comparing two drug versions, they need a test that shows the samples are almost identical, not just different. A new approach called TOST uses two one‑sided tests to set limits of acce

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Apr 15 2026FINANCE

Japan’s Finance Minister Signals Ready Moves on the Yen

Satsuki Katayama, Japan’s Finance Minister, told reporters in Washington that her talks with U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent focused on foreign‑exchange concerns. The meeting, held during Katayama’s visit to the U. S. , was described as “thorough” by her. Both sides agreed to keep their

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Apr 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sony’s New 3‑D Capture System Is Coming This Summer

Sony has announced a fresh line of tools that will let anyone build detailed 3‑D models from real objects, starting next summer. The package includes a phone app that works with Sony’s Alpha cameras, a cloud‑based service for turning photos into high‑quality 3‑D graphics, and a rendering plug‑in tha

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Apr 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Better Phone Photos: Quick Camera Tweaks

Samsung phones are known for solid cameras, but most users never explore the hidden settings that can instantly boost picture quality. By making a few simple changes, you can take sharp, well‑lit photos without needing heavy editing later. First, check the resolution. Many high‑end models ship with

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Apr 15 2026BUSINESS

Best Places to Work From Home in 2025

Utah tops the list for remote work, thanks to cheap power and low‑cost internet. Its huge homes—average 2, 459 square feet—make home offices comfortable. Massachusetts leads in broadband coverage; nearly every household has internet, yet it ranks 30th for work environment. Washington scores hi

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Calls Out Russia Over Grain Trade in Israel

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha spoke with Israeli minister Gideon Sa’ar about a Russian ship that docked in an Israeli port carrying grain. The grain, which Kyiv says was taken from Ukrainian farms during Russia’s 2022 invasion and the 2014 annexation of Crimea, was allowed to enter Israel

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Apr 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Building safer materials from volcanic ash

Scientists found that ash from Spain’s 2021 Tajogaite volcano could help make greener building materials. They mixed it with strong alkaline solutions and tested how it behaves in water. The tests showed some metals like molybdenum (Mo) leak out more than allowed for safe landfills. Other experimen

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

How gut bugs might help control blood sugar

Some tiny organisms living in our intestines could play a role in keeping blood sugar steady. Scientists have noticed that certain gut residents called Blastocystis might influence how our bodies handle glucose. Not all types of Blastocystis behave the same way—some could be helpful while others mig

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Apr 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Samsung TVs undercut Hisense in a surprising price move

Samsung Electronics just dropped some unexpected numbers. The company’s 65-inch QLED model costs $3, 200, which is about $300 less than Hisense’s closest 65-inch rival. Even Samsung’s step-down model, the 55-inch CU7000, rings in at just $1, 600. When two big brands line up such clear pricing gaps,

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Apr 15 2026FINANCE

Richland One moves past financial warning, focuses on stronger future

South Carolina’s Richland One school district just escaped a financial red flag that had been hanging over its operations for nearly two years. The state first raised concerns in August 2024, bumping the district from a basic watch list to a stricter caution label. Auditors flagged several weak spot

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