WAR

Apr 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

War Tech and the Economy: A New Twist

The idea that new defense tech could reshape conflict like industry did in the first world war sounds scary. If this holds true, we might see huge losses similar to those caused by early 20th‑century machine guns. A military economist wonders how such a shift would affect the United States and th

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

US Leads G20 Talks to Protect Food and Fertilizer Amid Middle East War

The United States is stepping up as the chair of the Group of 20 (G20) to organize more meetings that will focus on how the war in the Middle East is hurting food supplies and fertilizer availability. The U. S. wants other major economies, including Russia and China, to act together with the Interna

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Apr 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

Crypto, Memes and Tech Fails: A Quick Take

The world of digital money is being told that a hidden factor—men feeling alone—is pushing its growth. Social media has turned jokes about war into a new form of entertainment, and experts say the humor masks deeper issues. Scientists have proposed that the mysterious dark matter in space migh

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

The A-10 Warthog’s Future: Why the U. S. Air Force Can’t Let Go Just Yet

The U. S. Air Force has decided to keep the A-10 Warthog flying until at least 2030, delaying its planned retirement. The plane, nicknamed for its tough, pig-like appearance, first took off in 1976 and has become a controversial figure in military discussions. While some argue it’s outdated and too

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Gas prices: Why official predictions keep changing

Officials keep giving different answers about when gas prices might drop. First they said weeks, then months, then maybe never before the election. Energy Secretary Chris Wright started with a confident \"weeks\" timeline in early March. By April, he called summer a \"very aggressive\" guess. Just d

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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 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

Gaming choices: why PCs last longer than consoles

Gamers often pick between two paths: one that locks them into yearly upgrades or another that grows with them. Console players find themselves trapped in a loop where new games demand the latest machine, forcing them to replace entire systems just to stay current. PC gamers avoid this trap by upgrad

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Apr 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities and scientists rub shoulders at the top science awards

A-list actors and musicians showed up in force at a glitzy California event last weekend, but it wasn’t for a movie or music award. Instead, they gathered to celebrate breakthroughs in science and research at a ceremony sometimes called the science Oscars. The red carpet at Barker Hangar in Santa M

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Apr 19 2026OPINION

Pope vs. Trump: A Modern Clash of Power and Faith

The current political battlefield feels like a story from ancient texts, with President Trump and his supporters acting as if they are chosen by a higher power. They justify harsh immigration policies, push for a more homogeneous nation, and claim divine approval for military actions. Their rhetoric

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Apr 19 2026SCIENCE

Golden Science Spotlight in the Bay Area

The Breakthrough Prize, launched by Silicon Valley leaders in 2012, awarded three Bay Area scientists for groundbreaking work in mathematics and physics. The ceremony, dubbed the “Oscars of Science, ” highlighted researchers who tackled long‑standing mysteries in their fields. UC Berkeley phys

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