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US Forces Claim to Clean Up Hormuz Strait

April 11, 2026

The U. S. President announced that American troops are beginning to clear the Hormuz Strait, claiming all of Iran’s mine‑laying boats have been sunk. He said the process has started and that the 28 Iranian vessels are now resting on the sea floor. Earlier, the President has said U. S. forces have

entertainment

A Weekend of Music, Drama and History in Fayetteville

April 11, 2026

The Australian Chamber Orchestra arrives in town with a fresh piece called “Horizon, ” written by composer John Luther Adams. The group, led by violinist and conductor Richard Tognetti, will perform the work during its tour, including a show at 8 p. m. Saturday night in Walton Arts Center on W. Dick

technology

AI Code Builders Turn Crypto Apps Safer

April 11, 2026

A new effort joins forces with an AI group and a coding platform to help people write safer programs that move money on blockchains. The plan focuses on a feature called “vibe coding, ” where a developer can type a simple description of an app and the system instantly creates the full smart‑contract

sports

Marta Suarez: From Spanish Courts to Texas Dreams

April 11, 2026

Marta Suarez Rodriguez grew up in Oviedo, a town in Spain’s northern region of Asturias. Her early love for sports started with soccer, but the flat fields pushed her toward basketball instead. At age seven she decided to chase that dream, inspired by the stories of NBA stars. After high school in

health

Scaling Trauma Care: What Helps and Hinders New Centers

April 11, 2026

The Trauma Recovery Center (TRC) is a proven way to give people who have suffered violent crime the mental health help they need. It started in the United States and has now been set up in 53 hospitals and outpatient clinics across the country. Because it works well, other nations want to copy it to

weather

Warm Start, Hot Middle: What to Expect in DC Weather

April 11, 2026

DC enjoys a mild weekend, with Saturday highs staying comfortably in the mid‑to‑upper 60s and Sunday seeing a quick rise into the 70s. After a weak front brought cooler, drier air, the region will stay dry for several more days. This lack of rain keeps fire danger high as low humidity and sunny ski

politics

Bridging Gaps in Kansas Politics Over Kids’ Meals

April 11, 2026

Kansas lawmakers meet every January with a mix of debate and hope. A long‑time hunger advocate walks into the Capitol expecting conflict, but finds many politicians willing to listen. When the focus is on school lunches, he teamed up with both parties to push a bill that will let more children eat i

entertainment

Soderbergh’s New Art‑Fight Film Pushes the Limits of Creativity

April 11, 2026

Steven Soderbergh keeps a unique rhythm on set, acting as his own cameraman and editor. He can finish a rough cut the day after shooting ends, which lets him release films fast – two last year and a new one now. His latest picture, a mix of ghost story, spy thriller, and art‑world drama, shows his

politics

Arkansas Pushes for Less Federal Control Over Schools

April 11, 2026

Arkansan leaders want to cut back on rules set by the U. S. Department of Education, saying they block progress in local schools. They have asked parents and teachers to share their thoughts by May 7 before sending three requests for special permission. The move comes as the federal agency is shrink

health

Weight and Smiles: How Body Size Affects Dental Happiness

April 11, 2026

The research looked at how feeling good about one’s mouth changes when someone is overweight or not. Researchers compared two groups: people who are obese and those with a normal weight. They measured how each group talked about their dental comfort, pain, and overall enjoyment of eating or talking.