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Apr 21 2026HEALTH

Easy Habits That Could Protect Your Brain as You Age

Research shows that small daily choices can make a big difference in lowering dementia risk. One major study looked at nearly 70 research papers covering millions of people over 35. It found that regular movement and proper sleep stand out as two of the most powerful tools we have. Walking briskly,

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Healthcare Sticker Shock: Why New Drugs Cost So Much, Even with Price Talks

Drug prices have been climbing again, even after some big promises about keeping costs down. A recent Senate report dug into how companies that struck deals with the White House still hiked prices on hundreds of medications. And the numbers are shocking: new drugs often launch with price tags over $

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Apr 20 2026OPINION

When Leaders Play God: Why Mixing Politics and Religion Can Backfire

Some supporters of a former U. S. president once made a short film comparing him to a protector sent by a higher power. They used a famous speech’s style to suggest this leader was chosen by destiny. The video called him a leader who would never abandon his people. The former president shared it him

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Apr 20 2026CRYPTO

When DeFi Lending Takes a Hit, Everyone Feels It

Last weekend’s attack on Kelp, a liquid restaking protocol, drained nearly $300 million from its vaults. The hackers exploited weak spots in how Kelp moved assets between blockchains, a process called cross-chain bridging. This move didn’t just hurt Kelp—it rippled across several lending platforms.

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Apr 20 2026CRIME

How a simple mistake led to a $37, 000 crypto scam

Steven Cooke from Plymouth never expected a routine tech alert to spiral into a financial nightmare. One afternoon, a sudden popup claimed his laptop was "compromised, " flashing warnings about stolen identity and illegal activity. A woman calling herself Veronica J. Wilson insisted his accounts wer

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Apr 20 2026ENVIRONMENT

Iowa’s woodlands need better protection, not extra costs

Iowa once had twice as much forest as it does today. Back in 1906, lawmakers created the Forest Reserve Program to stop landowners from clearing poor soil land. The idea was simple: leave trees standing to prevent erosion, protect clean water, and support wildlife. Instead of paying taxes on low-val

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Apr 20 2026FINANCE

Understanding How Your Health Choices Impact the $5. 3 Trillion Health Care Industry

America spends over $5 trillion on health care every year, making it the biggest industry in the country. What many don’t realize is that rising costs aren’t just about expensive treatments or hospital bills. The real driver is how often people use the system. More doctor visits, prescriptions, and

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Apr 20 2026HEALTH

What Those Sock Marks Really Mean for You

Those lines around your ankles after a long day aren’t just random dents. They often pop up when you’ve been sitting too long or running around nonstop, especially if your job keeps you on your feet. But don’t jump to worst-case thoughts - tight socks can cause it too. Even what you eat and drink pl

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

What the Michigan spring game revealed about the Wolverines' offense

The Michigan football spring game didn’t exactly light up the scoreboard. The Maize team squeaked out a 7-6 win over the Blue team, but most fans probably went home wondering why they paid to watch. The real story wasn’t the final score—it was the struggles under center and the fresh talent making n

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

What’s wrong with Boston’s sports teams right now?

The Red Sox are off to a rough start this season. Their new pitchers haven’t delivered consistently, and some expected breakout stars are struggling. Even the catcher position, which was supposed to be a strong point, has left fans disappointed. Only a handful of players have performed as expected s

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