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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Why Harry Potter fans don't need to pick sides

The upcoming Harry Potter series on HBO has sparked more than just excitement about magic and fantasy. It’s also brought old debates back into the spotlight—this time about who gets to decide what’s "ethical" to watch. Some critics argue that because J. K. Rowling, the creator of the series, holds c

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Streamlined Powder Test: Using Pictures Instead of Lab Machines

Dry powder inhalers need a quick way to check how fine their particles are. Scientists usually rely on a big machine called the next‑generation impactor and then run a slow liquid test to measure the results. The new method replaces that slow step with smart image analysis. Images of the po

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Mar 30 2026SPORTS

A New Chance for a Cornerback to Shine

The Philadelphia Eagles recently added former Seattle cornerback Tariq Woolen to their roster, signing him for a one‑year deal worth $15 million with $12 million guaranteed. This move could prove to be a turning point for Woolen or it might not pay off at all. Woolen was viewed as one of the top

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Microbes and bugs: How gut bacteria change infection risks in fruit flies

When tiny fruit flies eat, their gut bacteria might help decide whether they survive an infection or not. Scientists studied four types of these flies by messing with their tiny gut communities. First they weakened the bacteria living inside some of the flies. Then they exposed all the flies to harm

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Mar 30 2026HEALTH

What Happens Inside the Brain in Parkinson’s Disease?

Parkinson’s disease slowly changes how the brain works. It starts when tiny cells that make dopamine begin to disappear. Dopamine is a key messenger in the brain that helps control movement. Without enough of it, people often feel stiff, move slowly, and shake when resting. These problems grow worse

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Mar 29 2026HEALTH

How Crises, Fear and Personality Shape Thoughts of Self‑Harm

A new study looks at how emergencies that threaten public health can push people toward thinking about ending their lives. The researchers focused on a feeling that has grown during the pandemic: “fear of missing out” or FOMO. They found that when people feel anxious about not being part of im

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Mar 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tesla’s Hidden Power Play

Tesla is often painted as just a car maker, but the truth runs deeper. The company is quietly competing with tech giants such as Google, Apple and Microsoft in areas that shape tomorrow’s world. While those firms chase virtual AI, Tesla is building real‑world intelligence by driving millions of mile

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Mar 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

Intelligence Leaders Boost Cyber Defenses in the Trump Era

The director of national intelligence announced that her office has taken strong steps to protect the nation’s secret services from online attacks. She said that her team has made the biggest investment ever in technology for these services and has updated their systems. The director praised P

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Mar 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Time‑Travel Crime Comedy That Feels Like Old‑School Shoot‑Em‑Ups

The new Hulu release throws viewers into a chaotic mix of gangster action and time‑travel hijinks. The story follows Mike, a weary enforcer who’s tired of the mob life, and his partner Nick. Nick is not just a buddy—he’s from the future and has slipped back half a year to fix past mistakes. He convi

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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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