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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 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Why Adolescence Stands Out Among Crime Dramas

Adolescence isn’t just another crime show—it’s a bold experiment in storytelling that strips away the usual drama to show raw, painful truths. Set in the UK, the four-hour series follows Jamie, a 13-year-old boy accused of killing his classmate Katie. But unlike typical thrillers, it doesn’t rely on

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Apr 05 2026FINANCE

Turkey’s Money Moves: What Investors Are Saying About Future Rate Hikes

Turkish leaders have told investors that they believe their recent actions will keep the economy stable, even as global energy costs rise. In London meetings this week, the central bank governor and finance minister answered questions from foreign investors about possible interest rate increases.

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Apr 05 2026POLITICS

Women’s unpaid chores put them at risk – what can be done?

The study looks at how the heavy load of unpaid care and household work pushes women toward illness, especially during COVID‑19. Researchers held four discussion forums in Uganda and Kenya with local people and government officials to hear how women experience this work, how it is talked about in po

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Science in Sci-Fi: Where Project Hail Mary Hits and Misses

"Project Hail Mary" tries to mix space science with fiction, but not all of it sticks. The story blames a space mold called astrophase for draining sunlight and freezing Earth. Real scientists laugh at that idea—stars are way too big for tiny life forms to affect their energy. Still, the film gets s

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Apr 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

China builds world’s fastest wind tunnel with explosive power

China opened a new kind of wind tunnel in 2023 that runs faster than any other on record. Called JF-22, it stretches 167 meters long with a four-meter wide test section. Instead of giant fans, it uses chemical explosions to whip air to Mach 30 speeds—nearly 23, 000 mph—faster than a space shuttle co

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Apr 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

AI in Indian films: cheaper, faster, but is it better?

India makes more movies than anywhere else, yet fewer people are buying tickets lately. Big names still fill seats, but crowds aren’t spending as much on tickets or snacks. Studios face a tough choice: lower prices or lose viewers completely. Some are trying a different fix—swapping real actors for

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Cardinals Find Turf Home While Weather Hits Their Backyard

North Idaho College’s softball squad has been on a quest for a stable playing field, juggling venues from high‑school parks to the city’s own Memorial Field. This spring, a mix of mild temperatures and persistent rain forced the team to relocate their home games to an artificial turf field at the Ma

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

The Real Debate Over Israel Funding

Israel support is a hot topic in U. S. politics, but the way it’s talked about can be misleading. Some politicians criticize a group that pushes for strong U. S. –Israel ties, saying it hides behind fear and conspiracy. Others defend the group, arguing that it represents normal American politi

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Basketball Star Sends Space‑Shooting Wishes to Lunar Crew

Victor Wembanyama, a rising NBA star from San Antonio, joined a NASA livestream that welcomed the Artemis II astronauts heading to orbit the Moon. He greeted the crew with a friendly “Hello from Victor, ” and added that his interests stretch beyond basketball to include stars, dark matter, and other

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