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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Boston’s fresh plan to handle Mass and Cass this summer

This summer, Boston is rolling out a new way to deal with the well-known issues at Mass and Cass. Instead of just cracking down on crime, the city wants to guide people into addiction treatment. The plan relies on teams like NEST, which stands for Neighborhood Engagement Safety Team. These teams wor

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Apr 15 2026CELEBRITIES

Hollywood’s sudden quiet after Swalwell’s downfall

When a politician’s career collapses under serious allegations, you’d expect their biggest supporters to at least say something. But when Eric Swalwell stepped down from Congress and dropped his run for governor, the Hollywood stars who once backed him vanished from the conversation. Celebrities li

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Apr 14 2026OPINION

Local news in New Jersey is fading—and that could hurt democracy

New Jersey is losing its local journalists faster than almost any other state. Right now, the Garden State has the fewest reporters per person in the whole country. That means fewer people showing up to city council meetings, fewer reporters digging into school budget cuts, and fewer voices keeping

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Why the fuss over a controversial image on Truth Social?

A photo shared on Truth Social recently sparked debates after it showed a figure in robes, often linked to religious imagery. Many viewers quickly assumed it was meant to represent a familiar biblical scene, leading to sharp reactions online. The timing of the post didn’t help—it went live on Orthod

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Apr 14 2026FINANCE

A hard look at the growing job gap for young people in developing nations

Experts gathering in Washington this week have more on their minds than the current Middle East conflict—even though the fighting there could slow down the world’s economy. A much bigger worry is the fact that, over the next fifteen years, developing countries will need to create 1. 2 billion jobs j

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Classic Crime Thriller Still Thrills on Prime

Prime Video offers a lineup of crime thrillers that keeps viewers hooked, yet one film from 2010 continues to shine brighter than newer releases. The platform’s constant stream of fresh originals and movies means old titles can easily be forgotten, but this particular movie stands out even after six

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

DHS Looks Into Alleged Unlawful Nanny Hire for Swalwell Family

A new probe by the Department of Homeland Security has opened a fresh chapter in the saga surrounding California congressman Eric Swalwell, who recently paused his run for governor. The investigation focuses on claims that the Swalwells employed a Brazilian nanny who lacked legal work status in the

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Apr 13 2026SCIENCE

Discovering the Hidden Genes Behind Ginkgo’s Toxic Seeds

The seeds of Ginkgo biloba hold a nasty secret: they produce a poison called ginkgotoxin and its sugar‑bound form. Scientists wanted to know which genes make these chemicals, but the details were fuzzy. Using a step‑by‑step RNA sequencing plan, researchers collected seed samples at different grow

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Beyonce? Not Yet: Why Bieber’s Quiet Set Sparks a Big Debate

Bieber headlined Coachella with a low‑key show that left many fans divided. He chose simple staging, no dancers, and spent a chunk of his set looking up old songs on YouTube. Some viewers called it lazy, especially when compared to the flashy performance by another female headliner who wowed with co

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sci-Fi\'s Heavy Hitters Hit a Rough Patch

Back in the 1960s, two TV shows changed science fiction forever. One sent a time-traveling alien doctor across history, while the other sent a starship crew boldly where no one had gone before. Both became cultural giants, spawning decades of adventures. But now, these once-dominant franchises face

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