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Apr 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Border Collies Keep Charleston Airport Safe

At West Virginia International Yeager Airport, two border collies named Hercules and Ned work full‑time to keep planes clear of wildlife. They patrol the airfield from early morning until late afternoon, chasing birds and small animals away before flights take off or land. The dogs were hired becaus

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Apr 27 2026POLITICS

Israel Escalates Attacks in Eastern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire

Israel launched new air raids on the eastern part of Lebanon, breaking the calm that a ceasefire agreement had tried to bring. The strikes hit areas in the Bekaa Valley for the first time since mid‑April, when a U. S. ‑mediated pause had reduced but not stopped fighting with the Iranian‑backed group

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

PlayStation Prices Jump Again: What’s Really Going On?

Sony lifted the price of its flagship console, the PlayStation 5, from $499 to $649 in April. This is the second big hike within a year, raising the cost by about 30 percent. The move has sparked debate among gamers who see it as a sign of corporate greed. The explanation offered by Sony points to

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Apr 24 2026POLITICS

Drone Strikes Hit Russian Oil Hubs: Fires, Fumes, and Fallout

On April 16, a Ukrainian drone targeted Russia’s Tuapse oil terminal on the Black Sea coast. The attack sparked a four-day blaze that finally died down on April 20, though firefighters still worked to fully snuff out smoldering remains. The terminal, a key export point for Russian oil products, had

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Lesley University’s New Chapter: A President’s Farewell and Future Plans

Janet Steinmayer, who has led Lesley for seven years, announced she will leave her role in June. She said the decision came after weighing personal goals and the demanding nature of her job, noting that Lesley remains a special institution. During her time at the helm, the university completed a $10

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

What’s wrong with Boston’s sports teams right now?

The Red Sox are off to a rough start this season. Their new pitchers haven’t delivered consistently, and some expected breakout stars are struggling. Even the catcher position, which was supposed to be a strong point, has left fans disappointed. Only a handful of players have performed as expected s

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Apr 19 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why Netflix fans are finally saying enough is enough

Netflix just raised prices again. This time, the cheapest ad-supported plan now costs nearly $9 per month, while its top-tier service without ads jumps to almost $27. These increases follow similar moves from other streaming giants like HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu, all of which have raised prices in

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Ambulances Under Fire: A Tale of Medics in Conflict

In the quiet hours before noon, two ambulances came to a halt outside Mayfadoun, a village in southern Lebanon. Earlier that day, news had spread that Israel had struck two other ambulances—one hit first, then the second as it arrived to help. The medics did not wait; they rushed to the scene, fully

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Apr 17 2026FINANCE

Why These Three Big Stocks Matter Right Now

Investors often rely on loud voices in finance to guide their choices. Among those voices, one analyst keeps spotlighting three major companies—Nike, Amazon, and Nvidia—each facing very different challenges and opportunities. The real question isn't just why they’re relevant today, but whether their

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Apr 16 2026SPORTS

Is Arsenal playing it too safe with Arteta?

Arsenal’s recent seasons under Arteta have shown steady progress but also frustrating limits. The team has climbed from mid-table to title contenders, yet when pressure mounts, their style often flips from confident to cautious. Many fans and pundits now wonder: is tight control actually holding the

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