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Apr 18 2026CRIME

Dubai arrest ends long chase of Irish crime king

A manhunt that stretched over several years finally ended in Dubai, where authorities seized a key figure linked to one of Ireland’s most notorious criminal groups. The 48‑year‑old, believed to head the Kinahan cartel, was taken into custody during a covert operation that saw Irish and UAE offici

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Apr 18 2026SCIENCE

New Paths in Evolution: Honoring a Trailblazer

Roger Butlin devoted his life to unraveling how species arise and change. He began his work by questioning long‑held ideas about natural selection, looking for ways to test evolutionary theories with real data. His studies showed that small genetic differences can lead to big changes in how or

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

Weekly ocean dips unite strangers into a tight-knit Newport Beach crew

Every Wednesday at dawn, a rotating cast of about 40 locals gathers under the Newport Beach Pier. They don’t just dip their toes—they dive straight into the Pacific without wetsuits. First come the shivers and the grumbles, but once they break through the waves, the cold turns into something almost

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Apr 18 2026LIFESTYLE

A colorful art project brightens an empty downtown spot

A vacant storefront in downtown Ann Arbor got a surprise glow-up last month, but not the kind that usually leads to new business. Instead of a "For Rent" sign, the windows of the old Downtown Home and Garden now feature playful art from University of Michigan students. Their project includes whimsic

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Plan to Move Iran's Nuclear Material to the US Takes Shape

Plans are in motion for the United States to team up with Iran to gather enriched uranium from the country and transport it back home. The plan was shared by a top US official who spoke to the press recently. The official described the process as a slow-moving operation involving large machinery to

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Apr 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

Simple ways Staten Island families can celebrate Earth Day

This Saturday, the corner of Staten Island will host a small but meaningful event focused on green living. Unlike typical gatherings, this one encourages people to actually plant, recycle, and learn useful skills they can use at home. From noon to five, neighbors will gather at a local church to swa

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Apr 18 2026OPINION

Condiments: The Battle You Didn’t Know Existed

Most people pick ketchup without questioning why. Marketing played a huge role in making Heinz the default choice for many Americans. But condiments were never meant to be a one-sided fight. If you"ve ever wondered why mustard might actually be the better pick, you"re not alone. Mustard comes in mo

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

New Orleans Golf Plans Face Uncertainty as Landry Reflects on LSU and Senate Race

Louisiana’s governor recently shared his thoughts on the state’s sports scene and upcoming elections during a radio interview. Among the topics discussed were LSU’s athletic budget struggles, the future of a high-profile golf event, and shifting political dynamics in Washington. His comments reveale

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

How Machine Learning is Helping Fight Drug-Resistant TB in Egypt

For over ten years, doctors in Egypt have been tracking how patients respond to tuberculosis treatment. Tuberculosis, a lung infection spread through the air, has always been hard to treat. But a bigger problem is growing: some TB strains no longer respond to standard medicines. These drug-resistant

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Tunisia’s comedy crackdown: Where art and politics collide

Lotfi Abdelli isn’t your average comedian. Known for decades of sharp satire, he’s made a career out of poking fun at Tunisia’s politicians—especially those with too much power. But this time, his jokes landed him in legal trouble. A Tunisian court recently sentenced him to 18 months in prison in ab

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