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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Life of luxury for Iran official's son in US while controversy swirls

Eissa Hashemi lives a comfortable life in Los Angeles, working at a California psychology school and rubbing shoulders with wealthy families. But his family background makes many uncomfortable. His father helped lead the group that seized the US embassy in Tehran in 1979, holding 52 Americans hostag

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Driving Self-Assessments: When Older Adults Misjudge Their Skills

Many older drivers struggle with a simple question: how well do they really drive? Research reveals a surprising pattern—some believe they're sharper than they are, while others doubt themselves unnecessarily. This mismatch between self-perception and reality isn't just about driving; it affects saf

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Apr 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

Heavy rains ravage Afghanistan, leaving 117 missing or dead

Afghanistan faces yet another brutal spell of extreme weather, with floods and landslides now linked to 110 deaths and 11 more people unaccounted for. Over two weeks, relentless rain has turned streets into rivers, buried homes under mud, and cut off entire towns. Just in the last day, floods took 1

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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

A new baseball star in Chicago starts to find his way

Munetaka Murakami is fresh on the scene. After just one weekend in Chicago, the Japanese rookie has already made headlines. In his first eight games with the White Sox, he has blasted four home runs, a record for any Japanese-born player in that span. But the 24-year-old isn’t just focused on his ba

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Alaska's Teen Protection Laws: A Gap in Safety

Alaska has a serious issue with sexual violence, especially against young people. More than half of reported sexual assault victims in 2024 were under 18, and the state leads the nation in rape cases. Shockingly, Alaska also has a high suicide rate, which experts link to sexual assault. Studies show

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

Unexpected Comment From Rider After Tiger Woods Crash

The incident that shocked fans happened on March 27 in Jupiter Island, when Tiger Woods lost control of his SUV and rolled over. He was taken to the police station and spent eight hours in custody before a bail bond allowed him to leave. After his release, the golfer said he would get help for drivi

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Apr 06 2026SCIENCE

Fragmented Shores Boost Antibiotic Threat in Crab Gut

Habitat fragmentation, the breaking up of continuous ecosystems into smaller pieces, can change how bacteria live inside animals. In tidal mudflats, a small crab species that is central to the food chain has become a useful eye on this process. Scientists examined how different landscape patterns af

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Apr 06 2026EDUCATION

Students Question Stereotypes About Older Patients

A new survey across several dental schools in the Midwest of Brazil looks at how students treat older people. The researchers wanted to know if age‑based bias is common and what might make it more or less likely. The study used a cross‑sectional design, meaning all data were collected at one time

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Apr 06 2026RELIGION

Easter Mass in Chicago Draws Crowds While Global Tensions Rise

Chicago’s Holy Name Cathedral filled to overflowing on Easter Sunday as crowds gathered for a special service. The mood inside contrasted sharply with the day’s earlier events. Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, had just delivered a global message urging people to reject violence and embrac

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Apr 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Traffic troubles after big Luke Combs show

The Luke Combs concert at Scott Stadium was a night of music and fun, but the real show came after. Instead of smooth exits, fans faced gridlock that lasted over an hour. Many wondered why the same people who handle big football games couldn't manage this event better. After all, football games brin

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