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Apr 26 2026EDUCATION

LA schools try again to balance support for Black students while avoiding race-based rules

In April, a conservative group filed a second civil rights complaint against a Los Angeles school program designed for Black students, claiming the district still gives race-based advantages despite saying it ended that practice. The U. S. Department of Education’s civil rights office recently agree

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Lancet Says No to Senate Testimony on COVID Origins

The top medical journal decided it would not give evidence to a U. S. Senate probe about where the COVID‑19 outbreak began. The editor, Richard Horton, told a news event in Barcelona that the journal would not participate in what he called an “administration that has attacked some of the foremost sc

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Future‑Ready Play: Why the Rams Picked a New QB

The Los Angeles Rams took a bold step in the first round of this year’s draft by choosing Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th overall pick. While many fans expected a wide‑receiver or an offensive lineman, the team’s choice signals a long‑term plan that goes beyond immediate wins. This mov

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Questioning the Mind Behind Military Orders

During a briefing on the U. S. operation against Iran, defense officials faced two probing questions from reporters. One asked what goes on inside a leader’s head when ordering violent actions. The response highlighted the aim to give soldiers confidence and control within legal limits, while protec

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Immersive Tech Joins a Brand‑Building Agency

The Many, an agency that helps companies invite people into their ideas, has taken a big step by buying most of CatalystXR, an Australian studio that makes VR, AR and large‑scale interactive experiences. Jamie Gilroy, the founder of CatalystXR, will now lead the new partnership as a partner who focu

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

SpaceX IPO Could Shake Up Crypto’s Cash Flow

The world is watching a big event: SpaceX plans to sell shares worth about $75 billion, aiming for a valuation near $1. 75 trillion. If it goes ahead in June, the deal would be larger than any IPO since 2000 and could pull a huge amount of money out of the market. Other tech giants are also prepa

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Apr 25 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How top writers pick their next big studio move

Hollywood writers don’t switch studios every day—unless they bring record-breaking numbers with them. One writer who just did that is packing up his typewriter for a five-year stay at Universal. He’s not waiting around though; new projects keep popping up while he finalizes the move. A hit crime se

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Apr 24 2026HEALTH

How supervision helps child healthcare workers do better work

Around the world, many hospitals rely on supervision to improve how doctors and nurses care for sick children. But does supervision actually work on its own, or does it need extra help like feedback or training sessions? A big study looked at 5, 311 clinics in eight different countries to find out.

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Apr 24 2026SPORTS

Why the Bengals' big moves won't fix what's broken

The Bengals swung big by trading a top pick for defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, hoping his return to form would push them back into the playoffs. But spending big doesn’t always mean spending smart. After three straight seasons of coming up short, fans have seen this story before—big gestures in A

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Apr 24 2026HEALTH

Breathing Right While Running: What Really Works

Running advice floods social media, but few tips get as much attention as "breathe through your nose. " The idea isn’t new, but it gained momentum after a popular book linked modern breathing habits to poor health. Some runners swear by nose-only breathing to improve endurance and oxygen efficiency.

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