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Apr 23 2026CELEBRITIES

A Former Storage Wars Contestant Passes Away at 67

Darrell Sheets, known for his frequent appearances on the reality series that pits buyers against each other in auctions of abandoned storage units, died at his home in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. He was 67 years old. Police responded to the address around two in the morning, finding Sheets deceased

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Journalist Killed in Lebanon After Israeli Airstrike

The body of a Lebanese reporter was pulled from the wreckage of a house in southern Lebanon late Wednesday night. The house had been struck by an Israeli air raid, and the journalist died hours after the blast. Israeli forces said they were targeting Hezbollah fighters who had crossed a “forward

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Three Politicians Hit With Kalshi Penalties Over “Insider” Trades

Kalshi, a site where people bet on future events, has stepped in to block and fine three U. S. House hopefuls for trading on markets that involve their own campaigns. The rule‑breakers come from Minnesota, Texas and Virginia, showing that the company is tightening its safeguards against political in

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

Do Insurance Plans Affect Knee Injury Recovery?

Research shows that young patients with Medicaid often face longer waits before getting help for knee injuries compared to those with private insurance. A new study looked at how quickly people see doctors after a meniscus tear and how that affects their healing. The findings suggest delays in care

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

Books by Black authors that teach smart money moves

Money habits start early, often shaped by what we saw—and didn’t see—around us as kids. Whether you’re aiming to ditch debt, start investing, or simply understand credit scores, the right book can help rewrite those habits. A mix of guides for adults and fun reads for young readers from Black author

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

New face joins watchdog panel amid political storm

The state’s top lawyer just filled a key gap in Washington’s campaign finance team. Matt Segal, a former judge and lawyer, now sits on the Public Disclosure Commission. His appointment came after months of criticism over empty seats on the panel. Critics say delays hurt the group’s ability to do its

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

Why COVID vaccine effectiveness research got blocked

Health experts recently stopped a study from being published that looked at whether COVID-19 vaccines were preventing serious illness in adults. The research was meant to show how well the shots worked by comparing hospital visits and ER trips between vaccinated and unvaccinated people. Scientists u

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Apr 23 2026SPORTS

A new home for soccer dreams

A shiny new training center in New Jersey is raising expectations for the future of soccer in America. The facility, built by Red Bull, covers 80 acres and includes eight fields, a gym, classrooms, and even a kitchen for meal planning. It’s meant to be a place where young players can grow into top t

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

Where Measles Cases Are Rising in New Jersey—and Why Vaccines Matter

New Jersey is joining other states in setting up teams to boost public health efforts, especially after recent shifts in national health guidelines. These groups help share knowledge and tools to track and control diseases like measles, which has been popping up in pockets around the country. The s

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

How D. C. is debating curfews for young people

The D. C. Council moved closer to making youth curfews permanent after eight members voted in favor during a recent meeting. If approved again in May, the rule would go into effect later this year but still needs approval from Congress. Not everyone agrees with the idea. Some council members pointed

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