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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Testing dogs for tropical diseases in Panama: what works and what doesn't

In rural Panama, dogs act like living alarms for two dangerous diseases spread by bugs. One disease, called American cutaneous leishmaniasis, causes skin sores and is carried by sandflies. The other, Chagas disease, attacks the heart and is spread by kissing bugs. Both diseases are common in the sam

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

How Everyday Poisons Might Be Linked to Memory Loss

Scientists believe that Alzheimer’s and similar brain diseases don’t just come from bad genes—they might also rise from invisible threats we breathe in or swallow every day. Tiny particles like lead, cadmium, and arsenic sneak into our bodies through polluted water, dusty air, or cheap food, then sl

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Apr 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Survival Stories from Extreme Adventures

Two climbers clung to a rocky cliff in New Zealand for three freezing nights after their rescue beacon activated. Heavy rain and poor visibility delayed their extraction until conditions improved. Though they used a makeshift shelter, waterlogged gear made survival difficult. One climber’s family ra

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Behind the Numbers: What Two Big Firms Really Think About RoboSense’s Future

Two large investment houses have just kept their thumbs up for RoboSense, a company building sensors used in self-driving cars. Guosheng and DBS both say “Buy, ” though they don’t quite agree on the price you should pay. Guosheng’s target is HK$53; DBS sticks at HK$50. The spread shows experts still

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Apr 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

What’s new in DJI’s upcoming pocket camera?

Rumors about DJI’s next tiny filmmaking gadget have been floating around for months. Now, the company has officially dropped hints about the Osmo Pocket 4, with a big reveal just days away. Instead of hiding details, DJI chose to tease the new device on social media, giving fans a sneak peek at its

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Middle East nations exploring Ukraine's drone defense strategies

Ukraine is reaching out to Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain to share its knowledge on stopping drone attacks, according to the country's president. Earlier this month, Ukraine's leader visited several Middle Eastern nations to pitch its expertise in countering drones, particularly those from Iran. During t

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

What to Watch in Markets This April

A temporary pause in fighting between the U. S. and Iran has given investors fresh hope, lifting stocks sharply after weeks of sharp drops. The Dow Jones jumped over 1, 300 points in a single day this week—the biggest gain since early 2025—after leaders announced a two-week break in military action.

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Apr 11 2026WEATHER

A mild Friday then a cooler weekend in Massachusetts

Massachusetts starts Friday with chilly morning air in the mid-30s before climbing to the mid-to-upper 60s during the afternoon. Boston should land around 68 degrees, Worcester near 67, Springfield close to 69, and the Berkshires about 66. Cape Cod and the Islands will be the coolest pocket at 51 de

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Apr 11 2026FINANCE

Hong Kong steps into stablecoin world with bank-led projects

Hong Kong’s financial regulators have just given the green light to the first licences for dollar-linked digital coins tied to real money. Two big names—HSBC and a group led by Standard Chartered—are behind these new stablecoins, signalling a clear shift: traditional banks now hold the keys to crypt

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Apr 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Teens vs. Tech: When Apps Play Mind Games

Back in 2023, states started legal battles against Meta because of how Instagram and Facebook might hook young users. Massachusetts took it further by suing the company in state court—not just in federal court like many others. The big question? Can a 1996 law that protects websites from user-posted

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