LND topic: matos-rodriguez page 1

matos rodriguez

Shutting Down Science’s Council: A New Trend

April 26, 2026

In a surprising move, President Trump ended the tenure of several scientists on the National Science Board (NSB), the independent group that helps steer the nation’s $9 billion basic science agency. The dismissal came via a terse email from the White House, thanking them for service and ending their

health

Early Use of Mepolizumab Helps a Heart Attack Patient with Rare Allergy‑Related Disease

April 22, 2026

A patient who had severe heart attacks caused by a rare allergic inflammation called eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA) was treated early with the drug mepolizumab. The condition, which involves high levels of a white‑blood‑cell type called eosinophils, can attack the blood vess

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

celebrities

Sol Rodriguez Joins Strand Entertainment

April 7, 2026

The talent agency Strand Entertainment has brought Sol Rodriguez into its roster, offering her new management opportunities. Known for playing Sasha Bordeaux in the superhero show Peacemaker on HBO Max, Rodriguez also starred as the main female character in Netflix’s holiday comedy Holiday in the

politics

Venezuela and the U. S. face a tricky legal battle over frozen assets

April 7, 2026

Two sides of Venezuela’s government—its socialist leaders and the opposition—might team up to protect the country’s money in the U. S. after a recent surprise move by Washington. A judge in New York paused for six weeks a case where creditors want to grab cash tied to Venezuela’s state oil company,

sports

Minnesota United loses James Rodriguez for LA Galaxy clash

April 5, 2026

Minnesota United’s hopes of extending their unbeaten start to the season took a hit after star midfielder James Rodriguez pulled out of tonight’s away game against LA Galaxy. Rodriguez, who joined the club last year, was expected to feature after recent international duty with Colombia. But his MLS

celebrities

Celebrities Turning 22‑79 on April 2

April 2, 2026

It’s a busy day for birthdays. The oldest star is singer Emmylou Harris, who celebrates 79 years and has earned a Grammy nod every year from 1976 to 1990. The next big name is actor Pedro Pascal, who turns 51 and will soon bring Mister Fantastic back to the Avengers movies. Emma Myers, a young actre

politics

Venezuela Pushes to Regain Control of Citgo as U. S. Considers Who Runs the Company

April 2, 2026

Venezuela’s government is making a move to take back control of Citgo, its prized U. S. oil company, but it’s not as simple as just appointing new leaders. The Trump-appointed interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, wants to replace Citgo’s current board—chosen by Venezuela’s opposition back in 2019—but

finance

Rutgers Athletic Debt Sparks Lawsuit Over Public Money

April 1, 2026

A Rutgers graduate has taken the university to court, claiming that its sports program has wasted public funds. He says the school’s athletic department spent too much money without proper oversight, creating a huge debt. The lawsuit was filed in Middlesex County Superior Court by lawyer Hecto

celebrities

Celebrity Money Talk: Why Some Stars Miss the Mark

March 25, 2026

Celebrities often feel pressured to show how they spend their cash, but when fans reach out about money problems, many seem more focused on image than help. A recent fan told Oprah that a $100 jewelry box was too pricey; Oprah’s reply, “Lower than $100? ” shocked many who expected a more compassi