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Apr 06 2026WEATHER

A calm week follows a bright Easter weekend

This Easter Sunday brought clear skies and comfortable warmth, perfect for outdoor plans like egg hunts or family gatherings. Mornings started cool, so a light jacket was useful if you were up early. Temperatures climbed to the low 70s by afternoon, offering ideal conditions for outdoor fun. The we

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Apr 06 2026WEATHER

Rainy Easter plans? Here's what to expect in the Midlands today

Columbia woke up to a mild Easter morning, but the skies will change by afternoon. While no heavy rain hits early, scattered showers might sneak in before noon—especially west of the city. The main concern rolls in later, when temperatures peak near 80°F. Forecasters expect a 60% chance of showers a

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Apr 06 2026WEATHER

Winter’s last stand? Snow likely in western MA before warmer days return

Temperatures are dropping as winter refuses to let go completely in Massachusetts. Light snow is on the way for parts of Central and Western Massachusetts Monday night, while the eastern side of the state might see some rain instead. Before that, Sunday evening brings more rain and thick fog, keepin

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Apr 06 2026SCIENCE

A rare chance to watch a solar eclipse from space

The Artemis 2 crew is about to witness something no one on Earth can see. While most people will have to wait years for the next big eclipse, these astronauts will get a front-row seat during their trip around the moon. On Monday evening, as they zoom past the far side of the moon, the sun will vani

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Do Circus Performers Struggle More With Hip Flexibility?

Researchers looked into why some circus performers complain about hip pain during their acts. They focused on two things: the shape of the hip joint itself and how much it can move. The study tested performers who were already dealing with hip pain to see if there was a link between the joint's stru

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

How Heart Devices Sometimes Struggle and What New Treatments Could Do

Some people with heart failure get a special device called a cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) implant. This gadget sends electrical signals to help the heart beat in sync. But for nearly half of patients, it just doesn’t work well. When that happens, their heart function stays poor, and they’

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

New Rules for Women's Sports Spark Big Debate

The International Olympic Committee recently introduced a controversial rule about who can compete in women's sports. Their new policy says only people born female can join female competitions, confirmed by a one-time gene test. This came after experts pointed out that some athletes with male biolog

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

New move to tighten mail-in voting faces big legal hurdles

A recent order tries to limit mail-in ballots by creating a federal list of verified voters. But this idea quickly ran into trouble because many legal experts say it goes against the Constitution. The order lets the Department of Homeland Security work with the Social Security Administration to chec

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Apr 06 2026SCIENCE

Tracking Carbon in Global Waters: What Controls Isotope Levels?

Scientists have mapped how carbon isotopes behave in lakes and rivers worldwide, revealing surprising patterns tied to location and climate. By analyzing thousands of water samples from nearly 2, 000 spots, they found that tropical waters tend to show heavier carbon signatures, while cooler regions

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

Inter Milan coach praises team effort after big win

Inter Milan’s coach smiled after his team crushed Roma 5-2 on Sunday. Players like Thuram and Lautaro impressed him, but his comments about Italian football were more serious. He admitted everyone shares blame for the negative vibes in the game. Coaches, players, and even journalists get caught up i

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