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Mar 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Sony’s newest soundbars and subs: what actually matters in better TV audio

Most flat-screen TVs sound thin because their speakers are squeezed into tiny boxes. That’s why companies sell soundbars. Sony’s lineup just got fresh upgrades. The old top models—Bar 8 and Bar 9—keep leading the pack because they handle immersive formats like Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. But Sony added t

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Mar 28 2026OPINION

Oakland schools face another challenge: a lawsuit over heritage months

Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) runs on tight funds, serving mostly low-income students who need stable classrooms more than legal battles. Yet the state education department just filed a lawsuit claiming the district didn't do enough to fight antisemitism—despite no clear evidence of widespr

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Mar 27 2026CRIME

Cocaine Money Mixer Now Runs Legal Weed Stores

A 42‑year‑old man who helped a Mexican drug ring move more than $300, 000 in cash is still running a chain of legal cannabis shops in Illinois. The man was caught in 2021 when delivery men, carrying grocery bags that were actually stacks of money, knocked on his door in Chicago’s Ukrainian Village.

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Mar 27 2026EDUCATION

Big Boosts: Which New Jersey Schools Get the Most Money?

The new education budget plan announced by Gov. Mikie Sherrill promises to raise state funding for more than 400 school districts in New Jersey. While most schools will receive modest increases capped at 6%, nine districts stand out with hikes exceeding 7%. These gains are largely tied to special ed

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Mar 27 2026CRIME

Life in a City of Hidden Numbers

The city was buzzing with trouble. People were scared because the streets were full of fights and broken windows. A woman named Anna lived in a building that had shops on the ground floor. She could not sleep, worried that thieves would break in. State leaders sent a huge army of National Guard sol

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

Hungary’s New Hope Faces an Old Powerhouse

A fresh face has appeared in Hungary’s political arena, stirring debate about the future of a country that has long been dominated by one leader. The newcomer, who runs under the banner of a newly formed party, has tapped into widespread worries about the economy and corruption. He also points to

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Mar 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

Reducing Farm‑Runoff with Smart Fertilizer Use

Fertilizers give crops the nitrogen they need, but when too much leaches into rivers it harms fish and plants. Scientists need to know how much nitrogen leaves fields each year to plan better solutions. Because real‑world data are scarce, researchers built a computer model that learns from all

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Mar 27 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrity Birthdays on March 27

On this day, many well‑known figures celebrate another year. The most talked about is director Quentin Tarantino, who turns 63. He once voiced a character in his own film “Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood. ” Singer Mariah Carey reaches 56. She performed at the Winter Olympics opening ceremony in

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Mar 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Trump Boosts Tech Team with New Co‑Chair

The President has added David Sacks, known for his work on AI and cryptocurrency, to lead the new Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. The council was created by an executive order this week to bring top scientists and tech leaders together and guide national policy. Sacks will now work wi

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Mar 27 2026SPORTS

From Bench to Octagon: The Real Story of Joe Pyfer

Joe Pyfer, an American fighter born in 1996, grew up near Vineland, New Jersey. He started training in martial arts when he was barely five years old, a decision his father pushed him into. Over time, the young boy developed a genuine love for the sport. In high school, he wrestled at Arthur P. Scha

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