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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

Flavio Bolsonaro’s Rising Popularity Gives Him More Time to Build His Economic Team

Flavio Bolsonaro’s name is climbing the polls, giving him extra room to decide who will guide his economic plans. The 44‑year‑old senator has spent much of his time abroad, meeting conservative allies and visiting his father, former President Jair Bolsonaro, who is jailed in Brasilia for an attempte

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Apr 01 2026SCIENCE

Celebrating Three Decades of Innovation

ICMPE has reached a milestone, marking thirty years of progress in the field of computer engineering. The organization reflects on its growth from a modest beginning to becoming a key player in technology research and education. The celebration highlights several achievements: the development of

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

A Tall Glass Tower in Miami for Trump’s Library

A new project is making waves in Miami—an AI-generated video showed a massive glass skyscraper planned for Donald Trump’s presidential library. The design includes a golden entrance, escalators, and even a giant American flag. The tower would also feature replicas of parts of the White House. But wh

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Mar 31 2026LIFESTYLE

Clear Aligners: Straight Teeth Without Braces

Many people dream of a perfect smile but stop short because traditional braces feel pricey and inconvenient. New clear aligners give a simple, budget‑friendly alternative that fits into everyday life instead of forcing you to change it. These trays are custom made, almost invisible, and they work by

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Justice Sotomayor questions why similar cases get different outcomes

The Supreme Court recently decided not to revisit a Louisiana murder case where James Skinner claims prosecutors hid important evidence. Skinner, convicted in 2001, argues his situation closely matches another case from 2016. In that earlier case, the same court overturned a similar conviction becau

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Celebrating 90 Years of Biophysics in Brazil

The Brazilian Biophysical Society has guided the field for almost a century. Since 1936 it has linked scientists, students and institutions through workshops, meetings, and conferences. These gatherings have built a strong reputation for biophysics across Brazil and the wider Latin American region.

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Mar 30 2026SCIENCE

Why brain scans need better diversity data to work for everyone

Brain scans like MRIs help doctors spot brain changes linked to diseases. But these scans may not work the same for everyone. Studies show brain measurements can differ widely across ethnic groups and income levels. Yet most brain research is done on a small slice of the population, mainly white and

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Mar 27 2026LIFESTYLE

Spring Savings with TikTok Star Alix Earle

Alix Earle, the TikTok influencer who just launched her own skincare line Reale Actives, is turning heads with a fresh list of Amazon bargains during the Big Spring sale. Her online shop showcases everything from smart scales that track body metrics to sleek, sleeveless tanks that pair well with any

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Mar 27 2026POLITICS

Former Brazilian Leader Moves Home After Hospital Stay

A former president of Brazil was released from a hospital on Friday and will now live at home under a special form of house arrest. He must stay there for at least three months, a decision made by the court because of his health. The former leader is 71 years old and has already been in prison

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Mar 26 2026OPINION

New Library? Time to Decide

El Cerrito’s old library, built 76 years ago, can’t keep up with modern needs. The city has tried before: a $30‑million bond in 2016 fell short of the two‑thirds vote required. Now Measure C sits on the ballot and only needs a simple majority to pass because of a petition‑driven process. The new bu

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