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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

A Cop Who Chases Storms in His Free Time

Most people know police officers for traffic stops and patrol work, but one deputy in Illinois does double duty as a weather watcher. Sean Berry has spent years tracking storms while keeping the peace, a hobby that started when he was just a kid. He grew up near Plainfield, where an awful tornado in

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Mississippi braces for another stormy week

Mississippi isn’t done with rough weather yet. After days of storms, another round of severe weather is expected on Tuesday, April 28, this time bringing the risk of large hail, strong winds, and possible tornadoes. Nearly the entire state is under some level of warning, with the highest risks—Level

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Boston’s weather flip: sunshine today, rain around the corner

Boston wakes up to bright skies today, with most areas enjoying sunshine and temperatures climbing into the mid-60s inland. Coastal spots stay cooler, stuck in the low 50s thanks to a steady ocean breeze. That mild weather won’t last long, though. Clouds are already building up, and by tomorrow, sho

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Apr 29 2026WEATHER

Big hail, big storms: What’s really happening over Dallas?

A long spell of wild weather has kept the Midwest and South on edge for days now. Power cuts and fallen trees have already caused problems in places like Michigan, where one person lost their life when a storm toppled a tree. Now, the next round of storms is moving south, and Dallas is in the crossh

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Apr 28 2026CRYPTO

Israel Launches First Shekel‑Backed Stablecoin

The Israeli regulator has given the green light for a new stablecoin tied to its national currency. Bits of Gold, a Tel Aviv‑based crypto exchange, received permission after a two‑year review and trial run. The token, named BILS, works on the Solana blockchain. Fireblocks helped secure it a

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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Halloween Fun at the Magic Kingdom in 2026

In 2026, the Magic Kingdom will host its annual Halloween party with fresh twists on classic favorites. Guests can meet spooky characters such as Jack Skellington, Sally, and a host of Disney villains that will wander the streets for the first time this season. Classic couples like Ariel and Eric, a

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Health CEOs Face Cost Questions in Congress

The House Ways and Means Committee held a hearing to probe why health care costs keep climbing. Instead of defending their own practices, the CEOs from big hospital groups stepped up to point out how political decisions by the opposing party push prices higher. Earlier this year, insurance lea

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Mixing Real Life With Perfection Can Ease Mom Guilt

Moms who spend hours scrolling through flawless family photos on social media may feel more shame and anxiety, a recent study shows. The research, led by an assistant professor at the University of Nebraska‑Lincoln, used simulated feeds to test how different types of content affect new mothers. T

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Mental Health Workers Unite to Beat Overload

A group of counselors in North Huntingdon has opened a shared office to fight the heavy workload many therapists face. They call it Mind & Body Collective, and it started last year after two partners bought a building on Clay Pike. The space now hosts 14 professionals, from licensed counselors

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Apr 28 2026HEALTH

Sam Neill's Surprise Cure: From Chemo to CAR T-Cell Therapy

Sam Neill, the well‑known actor, recently revealed that he is now cancer‑free after a new medical approach helped him survive. He had been battling angioimmunoblastic T‑cell lymphoma for about five years, first discovered during a tour for “Jurassic World Dominion. ” While undergoing standard

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