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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Ukraine hit hard again as drone attacks spread across cities

Russian military kept up drone attacks on Kharkiv for a full day recently, targeting neighborhoods and causing chaos. Local leaders shared updates on social media, showing damage across four districts. Officials counted over 20 hits from these flying devices. Among the wreckage, fires broke out and

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Immigration Case Raises Questions About Targeting Palestinians in the U. S.

A long-time Milwaukee mosque leader now faces possible deportation after being taken by U. S. immigration agents. Salah Sarsour, who runs the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, has lived here legally for more than thirty years. Yet on Monday, officers pulled him from his car without explanation before mo

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Trump’s next attorney general faces tough odds

President Trump’s search for a permanent attorney general isn’t just about filling a seat—it’s about finding someone willing to ride out political storms. For now, Deputy AG Todd Blanche steps in temporarily, a move that avoids another Senate confirmation battle. But looking back, Trump’s past picks

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Iran's medical crisis grows as war disrupts aid and supplies

Iran faces a growing healthcare emergency as months of conflict strain medical resources. Over 21, 000 people have been injured since late February when airstrikes began, with more than 1, 900 fatalities reported by international aid groups. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

War in Lebanon: A Long‑Term Crisis

Lebanon is now in the second month of a fierce conflict between Israel and the Iranian‑backed group Hezbollah. The fighting has pushed more than one million people out of their homes, and the Prime Minister says there is no clear end in sight. The Israeli army has launched air strikes and holds f

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Indiana's colleges slim down: 200 degree programs face cuts under new rules

Indiana is shaking up its college degrees. Nearly 20% of public college programs will disappear or merge soon after state leaders set new rules. Why? Many degrees had almost no students and were costing money for almost no return. The state reviewed over 1, 000 programs and decided 210 must go, anot

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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Crime Drama Revival You Can Watch Right Now

A decade after its last episode aired, a smart crime series is back in the spotlight. The show centers on Detective Superintendent Stella Gibson, a sharp investigator played by Gillian Anderson, who tracks a serial killer in Belfast. Unlike most crime dramas, this one shows the killer from the start

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Apr 01 2026POLITICS

NATO’s Future Hangs in the Balance as U. S. Signals Doubts

A top U. S. defense official recently avoided directly promising America’s protection under NATO, hinting instead that President Donald Trump would decide the country’s stance. This came after European allies didn’t join the U. S. in military actions against Iran, raising questions about NATO’s unit

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Apr 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tech Tales That Feel Too Close to Home

Black Mirror isn’t just another sci-fi show about robots and spaceships. It’s a mirror held up to today’s tech habits, reflecting how close we already are to some of its wildest ideas. What makes the series stand out isn’t fancy effects or big explosions. It’s how it turns everyday tools—like social

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Mar 31 2026HEALTH

Hospital Prices in Alabama: Are They Really Transparent?

Alabama hospitals face a growing push to show how much they charge patients. The federal government has set rules, but it is unclear if all hospitals follow them. Researchers examined 124 Alabama hospitals listed on the state’s health website. They removed psychiatric and VA centers, leaving 106 ho

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