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Apr 05 2026WEATHER

Sunny Start, Cool Midday: Easter Weather in the Midwest

Early on Easter Sunday, people in the Twin Cities and nearby areas will feel a crisp chill as temperatures hover between 20 and 35 degrees. The sun shines bright in the morning, giving a quick burst of warmth that is soon followed by a blanket of clouds. Those planning outdoor egg hunts should bring

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

El Salvador’s Tough‑Crime Turnaround and a Tech CEO’s Quick Endorsement

El Salvador’s president, Nayib Bukele, has made headlines by slashing the country’s murder rate from 105 to about two per hundred thousand people in just a few years. He says the key is strong police and long‑term prison sentences for gang members. The government has built a huge jail, called CECOT,

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

Healthy Habits Cut Colon Cancer Risk

Eating a diet rich in whole grains, colorful fruits and vegetables, and fatty fish can lower the chance of getting colon cancer. Studies show that snacking on at least 90 grams of whole grains each day can cut risk by about 17 %. Fiber helps keep the gut moving, feeds good bacteria, and stops

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Apr 05 2026LIFESTYLE

Boulder’s icy dip warms hearts and raises funds

Every winter, some people jump into icy waters to raise money for good causes. In Boulder, hundreds chose to take a chilly leap last Saturday at the annual Polar Plunge. The event raises funds for Special Olympics Colorado, supporting athletes with intellectual disabilities. This year’s plunge happe

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Apr 05 2026HEALTH

New ways to handle and prevent lower back pain

Experts have been digging into how to stop and treat dull, constant back pain that isn’t caused by a specific injury. Studies from 2020 to 2025 suggest simple habits can make a big difference. Moving more often, even during work hours, seems to help more than sitting still for long stretches. People

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Apr 04 2026RELIGION

Easter’s Love Challenge: More Than Just A Holiday

Easter arrives every year with a bold claim: love wins, no matter what the world says. In 2026, that claim feels just as surprising—and just as needed—as ever. The holiday marks a moment when a small group of scared, heartbroken people became so convinced by what they saw that they couldn’t stay qui

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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

A Debt Deal with China Could Help Ethiopia Breathe Again

Ethiopia just made a deal with China to ease its debt problems – but the road ahead is still rocky. The country’s finance ministry confirmed that both sides have agreed on a way forward, sticking to the G20’s debt relief plan. This matters because Ethiopia is under pressure not just from China but a

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Apr 04 2026SCIENCE

Turning olive waste into treasure with smart science

Every year, olive oil factories leave behind piles of leftover plant material that many see as trash. But inside those dry leaves, sticky pomace, and murky wastewater hides a hidden goldmine of molecules that fight damage in our bodies. Instead of letting these by-products rot or pollute soil, resea

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Real Madrid Move for Enzo Fernandez: What the Future Holds

Enzo Fernandez’s next steps are a hot topic, especially after his team lost to PSG. Fans and pundits alike wonder if the Argentine midfielder will join Real Madrid, but several factors make it unclear. Fernandez has hinted at a desire to play for the Spanish club, but his current club, Chelsea, i

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Apr 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why AI leaders need to stop following the herd

Experts often get excited about flashy tech trends, but the real mistake happens when bosses follow the crowd instead of thinking for themselves. Many CEOs bet big on 3D TVs, virtual reality worlds, and other hyped ideas just because everyone else was doing it. When COVID locked people inside, those

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