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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Why Hollywood Stars Bet Big on a Falling Politician

Eric Swalwell spent years collecting cash from showbiz big shots. While he was busy posing for photos with A-listers at Los Angeles parties, his campaign was quietly filling up with checks. Sean Penn dropped $15, 000, Robert De Niro added $10, 000, and other familiar faces from movies and TV joined

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Apr 15 2026CELEBRITIES

Hollywood’s sudden quiet after Swalwell’s downfall

When a politician’s career collapses under serious allegations, you’d expect their biggest supporters to at least say something. But when Eric Swalwell stepped down from Congress and dropped his run for governor, the Hollywood stars who once backed him vanished from the conversation. Celebrities li

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Apr 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Piping plovers in Michigan: How to enjoy them without disturbing their comeback

Experts say the Great Lakes piping plover—those tiny, sand-colored shorebirds—are making a slow but steady recovery after nearly disappearing decades ago. But their comeback story depends on people following simple but strict rules. When walking Michigan beaches this season, hikers need to watch fo

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Apr 14 2026WEATHER

Heavy rains leave thousands homeless in the Dominican Republic

The Caribbean nation has been soaked for weeks by relentless downpours that show no sign of stopping soon. Over 30, 000 families have had to abandon their homes in the northern provinces as water keeps rising. Three lives have been lost in separate incidents linked to the flooding—a child trying to

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Apr 14 2026SPORTS

Which NBA team looks strongest ahead of the playoffs?

The Oklahoma City Thunder finished the regular season with the best record in the league for a second straight year. They won 64 games against just 18 losses, proving they are built to compete at the highest level. But when players from around the NBA were asked who they think will win the champions

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Apr 14 2026SPORTS

Behind the scenes before the NFL Draft

The NFL Draft is coming up, and the New England Patriots are staying focused on football. Recent headlines about a team executive and a reporter sharing a hot tub photo got attention, but the Patriots aren’t letting it distract them. The executive called the meeting accidental, and the reporter said

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Catholic Leader Questions Pope’s Role in US Decisions

Vice President JD Vance, a prominent Catholic in the Trump administration, recently said the pope should avoid interfering with American policy. Speaking on Fox News, he suggested the Vatican focus on church matters instead of political debates. His comments came after a public fight between Preside

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

Behind the Curtain: How Power Really Works

Many people wonder who truly holds the reins of society. Instead of a single shadowy figure pulling strings, a tangled web of institutions, corporations, and elites shape the world from behind the scenes. A deep-dive documentary series explores this web by breaking down how different sectors—educati

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Apr 14 2026POLITICS

What’s changing the Senate race math in 2026?

Midterm elections often feel like a referendum on the current president, and 2026 might not be any different. Poll watchers are noticing a shift in four Senate races that could shake up the usual assumptions. While the math still favors Republicans keeping their majority, the playing field just got

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Apr 14 2026HEALTH

UK steps up meningitis vaccine drive after sudden outbreak

A meningitis outbreak that sickened 19 people and killed two in a short span has triggered an urgent second-dose vaccination push in the U. K. The cases were mostly tied to a university in Kent, where students and nearby school pupils appear to have been hit hardest. Officials confirmed the situati

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