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Apr 03 2026SCIENCE

MOFs: Tweaking Shape and Inside to Separate Gases Better

Scientists used a single metal‑organic framework, PCN‑608, to separate its two main variables: the crystal’s shape and what sits inside its pores. They grew three kinds of crystals – tiny disks, flat sheets, and interlocked sheets – to see how shape changes the path a gas takes. They also adde

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Apr 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Reality TV in Utah: A Look Beyond the Drama

The month of March brought a flood of headlines for Utah’s reality scene. A new season of “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” hit screens, a beloved Bachelorette contestant was dropped from her show, and several high‑profile divorces made news. These events feel like a whirlwind of conflict, but they als

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Apr 03 2026RELIGION

Religiosity, Autism, and Schizotypal Traits: A New Look at Faith Shifts

The study explores how people with certain personality traits—autistic and positive schizotypal features—experience changes in their religious or spiritual lives. Researchers gathered participants from a variety of faith backgrounds to see if these traits influence major shifts in belief. Autistic

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

When Power Talks, Who Listens?

A group of over 100 legal scholars from top U. S. universities recently raised concerns about American military actions in Iran. These experts argue that recent strikes could break international laws meant to protect civilians during wars. Their letter points to statements from leaders like Donald T

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

A Quick Look at How Insurance Rules Are Shifting Your Healthcare Dollars

The government just changed how Medicare Advantage scores health plans, and the results are big money shifts. New rules cut the number of quality checks insurers face, adding about $18. 6 billion to their profits over the next ten years. These changes came faster and went further than experts guesse

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Apr 03 2026EDUCATION

How Can Schools Help Students Work Well With AI Tools?

Schools today face a new challenge: teaching students how to handle AI without losing important human skills. AI tools are everywhere now, from chatbots that explain homework to apps that grade essays. But just teaching students how to use these tools isn’t enough. The real goal should be helping th

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Apr 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Tahoe’s Busy Summer: How Better Travel Plans Can Save the Lake

Lake Tahoe draws crowds every summer, but the surge in visitors is testing the lake’s delicate balance. More people than ever want to explore its trails, beaches, and clear waters, yet the way they get there is doing real damage. Packed roads and illegal parking spots are making it harder for wildli

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Apr 03 2026CRIME

Doctor\'s flashy life hides big fraud claims

A California psychiatrist now facing serious fraud charges once loved showing off his glamorous life online. At 66, Gladwin Gill and his wife Amelou were recently arrested in a major federal operation called “Never Say Die. ” Prosecutors say they tricked Medicare into paying $5. 2 million for hospic

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

A New Smart Bandage That Fights Infection and Speeds Up Healing

Wound care just got an upgrade. Scientists have created a flexible bandage-like material that not only sticks to skin but also fights bacteria and helps wounds heal faster. This isn’t just a regular dressing—it’s a smart patch packed with tiny particles that heat up when exposed to light, killing ge

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Apr 03 2026CRYPTO

Big Banks and Crypto Firms Now Work Together. Here’s Why It Matters.

SoFi, best known for online loans and student refinancing, quietly launched a platform where big companies can handle both regular money and cryptocurrency in one place. Businesses can deposit cash, send payments, and settle trades anytime without jumping between a bank, a custody service, or a cryp

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