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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Can AI and Blockchain really work together?

A new project called OpenServ is mixing AI with blockchain in an interesting way. It claims its AI model, SERV Nano, can match or beat OpenAI in some tests while being faster and cheaper. But is this just hype or real progress? OpenServ isn’t trying to build a new blockchain. Instead, it’s focusing

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Billionaire Candidate Faces Questions About Past Business Deals

Tom Steyer, a 68‑year‑old hedge fund founder who is now running for California governor, has found himself in the spotlight over his earlier investments. He once owned shares in a private prison company that now houses many immigrants waiting for deportation. During a recent town hall in San Dieg

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

Flat‑Fee Advice: Why Old Fees Are Out of Date

Technology has quietly changed many ways we pay for things, from cell‑phone minutes to movie rentals. In finance, a similar shift is happening. Investors now have easy access to research tools and digital planners that once required big teams. Yet most advisers still charge a percentage of the asset

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

Marvell’s Stock Soars: What’s Next for the Chipmaker?

In March, Marvell Technology’s shares jumped nearly a quarter, marking the biggest monthly rise in years. The surge came after the company reported solid Q4 results for fiscal 2026, a growing need for custom silicon in data centers, and new collaboration with Nvidia that promises higher demand for f

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Apr 06 2026SCIENCE

New Gene Link: FAT3 Mutations and Complex Neuropathy

Scientists have uncovered a clear connection between two copies of the FAT3 gene and a form of inherited nerve damage that affects both nerves and brain development. When both versions of FAT3 carry harmful changes, the result is a weakened nerve signal that spreads throughout the body. This weaknes

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

National Money, Local Vote: A New Twist in Eau Claire Politics

The latest buzz in Eau Claire’s city council race shows that two big national groups have poured money into a local, nonpartisan election. One is the State & Local Election Alliance, and the other is the Working Families Party PAC. Together they have spent about $64, 545 on mailers, phone calls and

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Better Care for Older Patients in the Emergency Room

Emergency rooms that specialize in older patients have become more common since 2018. These centers, called Geriatric Emergency Departments or GEDs, aim to give better treatment for seniors. The program that awards the GED label checks that each hospital follows strict guidelines. Recent studies sh

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Apr 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Rainy Easter Fun on South Street

The yearly Easter celebration on South Street turned into a quirky show despite heavy rain and no parade. A small crowd gathered, but fans still arrived in eye‑catching outfits to lift the gloomy mood. Longtime organizer Henri David spent a sleepless night crafting a waterproof hat, studded wi

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Apr 06 2026EDUCATION

Erie Expands Nursing Campus with $2 Million Upgrade

The Erie Center for Arts & Technology is boosting its campus at 650 East Ave, adding a new wing to the former Wayne Park Baptist Church building. This $2 million upgrade will house the UPMC Jameson School of Nursing and bring modern facilities to the area. Build, a nonprofit linked to Hamot Health

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Apr 06 2026RELIGION

Easter Mass in Chicago Draws Crowds While Global Tensions Rise

Chicago’s Holy Name Cathedral filled to overflowing on Easter Sunday as crowds gathered for a special service. The mood inside contrasted sharply with the day’s earlier events. Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, had just delivered a global message urging people to reject violence and embrac

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