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Mar 25 2026CRIME

Bullet In Mosque: Police Say It Was Accidental Shot

The Hillsboro police announced that they have no proof the Islamic Community Center was aimed at during a shooting that left a bullet stuck in its wall on Saturday morning. The incident happened right after Eid al‑Fitr, a time when many families visit the center for community events. The bullet ent

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Mar 25 2026FINANCE

Shift4 Payments Stock Sky‑High After Big Bounce

Shift4 Payments, a company that helps restaurants and hotels accept card payments, saw its shares jump almost 20 % on March 24. The price rose from about $44 at the open to more than $55 during the day, finishing near $52. 50 on a trade volume that doubled the usual daily average. The surge followe

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Mar 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

Protesters demand cleaner energy outside big oil gathering

Around 300 people showed up outside the city's biggest energy meeting this week to voice concerns about pollution. Instead of cheering for more oil and gas profits, they chanted slogans like "we need clean air, not another billionaire! " Their signs pointed to health problems they blame on industrie

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Mar 23 2026SCIENCE

Seeing Eye‑Damage with Light

A group of researchers examined a patient who had very severe nearsightedness. They used a special tool called visible light OCT, which takes pictures of the eye using light that can be seen by humans. The goal was to look closely at tiny cracks in the eye’s outer layer. First, they focused o

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Mar 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Madison Shows a New York That Doesn’t Exist

A new drama has taken viewers on a trip from the bustling streets of New York to the quiet rivers of Montana. The show’s first half sets up a family that has lost someone close to them, and the pain of that loss is felt in every scene. The characters feel real and complex, unlike the one‑dimen

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Mar 21 2026OPINION

Is “Reply All” the New Show‑Stopper in Friend Groups?

A group of friends who love music had a routine: they sent emails to share news and plan gatherings. One day, one friend wrote that she was feeling ill and might not join them soon. Most people hit “reply all” so everyone saw the message. I chose to send a private note instead, letting her know I

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Mar 20 2026SPORTS

Eye‑Closed Golf Drill That Might Just Change Your Game

He is a driver‑king and straight‑shot king, Bryson DeChambeau has shown the world how far he can hit. The 32‑year‑old is a star on LIV Golf and has recently won in Singapore, thanks largely to his powerful swings. Fans everywhere watch him because he is one of the most talked‑about players on the

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Mar 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Cryptocurrency Ads and the Fear of Losing Control

Coinbase’s latest commercial suggests that many people feel stuck in a system that no longer moves them forward. The ad uses the idea of an “NPC” – a character in video games that follows preset rules – to show how some feel like they are simply going through the motions. The message is that i

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Mar 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Coffee Machine Clash: Why the $649 Cuisinart Might Not Be Worth It

The Cuisinart Grind, Tamp and Brew sits in the middle of espresso prices. It costs $649, a price that puts it next to Breville and De’Longhi. Yet its look is more like a cheap Casabre or Gevi. People who dislike Breville and De’Longhi may be tempted. But the machine looks bulky, plasticy,

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Mar 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Future of Care: When Bodies Become Symbols

Technology is blurring the lines between people and machines, turning reality into a maze of signs that can be hard to untangle. A story set in 2100, deep beneath the sea, shows how this confusion can shape medical treatment. The tale follows Momo, a 30‑year‑old transgender star who works as a skin‑

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