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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Measuring Player Exhaustion Without Wires in Tennis

Coaches have long struggled to track how tired tennis players get during matches. A new study shows a wireless approach might finally solve this problem. Researchers watched fifteen players go through a tough on-court routine that mixed sprints with tennis drills. Instead of bulky sensors, they used

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Apr 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Gurnee’s Big Summer Fun: A Half-Century of Thrills Ahead

Gurnee’s favorite amusement park is turning 50 this summer, and it’s pulling out all the stops to make sure visitors feel the excitement. The park opens for its regular season on April 25, giving guests two months to get used to the rides before the real celebration kicks off on June 20. That’s when

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

High-Risk Peace Talks Happen in Unexpected Place

A fancy hotel in Islamabad is hosting tense meetings between U. S. and Iranian officials this week. Normally, this five-star spot welcomes tourists and business travelers, but now it’s locked down tighter than a fortress. The Serena Hotel isn’t the first choice you’d expect for such serious discussi

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

California Governor Race Gets Rocky with New Sexual Assault Claims

A California Democrat running for governor faces serious accusations after a former staff member publicly accused him of sexual assault. The woman claims two separate incidents happened—one in 2019 while she still worked for him, and another in 2024 after she left his team. She says she was too drun

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Apr 12 2026OPINION

Why Naples residents aren't buying airport noise as city appeal

A Naples local isn't impressed by the idea that airport noise adds to the city's charm. Over 125, 000 flights take off and land at Naples Airport each year, making constant noise a daily reality. One resident pointed out that calling this noise "charming" feels out of touch when it disrupts peace an

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Apr 12 2026OPINION

Why do people keep choosing leaders who care more about themselves than the job?

Many voters seem drawn to leaders who act like they’re above the rules. This trend isn’t new—history shows that when times get tough, people sometimes pick leaders who promise quick fixes rather than real solutions. Climate disasters, AI disrupting jobs, and the fallout from the pandemic have left m

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Why Pennsylvania’s Energy Bills Keep Rising

Pennsylvania sits on a goldmine of energy resources—gas, coal, nuclear, and even strong wind and solar potential. Yet households here pay some of the highest electricity bills in the country, despite sitting on top of so much energy wealth. Between 2018 and 2023, the cost per kilowatt hour jumped ne

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Benin’s Next Leader Faces Big Promises and Bigger Challenges

Benin’s presidential race is shaping up to be less of a contest and more of a handover. Romuald Wadagni, the current finance minister, is the clear favorite to win this weekend’s election. Why? He’s backed by the ruling party, and his main rival couldn’t even gather enough support to run. That’s a b

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

Xander Schauffele: From Gold Medals to a $60‑Million Portfolio

Xander Schauffele has turned his swing into a steady stream of money. He began playing professionally in 2015 and has already earned more than $65 million from tournament prizes. The year 2024 was a highlight: he won both the PGA Championship and The Open, adding two major titles to his résumé

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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

BTS Fans Catch the Concert on Big Screens

Fans who missed BTS’s live show in South Korea turned to a movie‑theater experience instead. In Los Angeles, a group of friends gathered at an AMC theater to watch the “ARIRANG” tour on a giant screen. They could not travel to Goyang, so they chose this alternative way to feel the energy of the perf

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