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Gaza Voters Get a Rare Chance to Cast Their Ballots

April 25, 2026

The first local elections in Gaza since 2007 let many residents try their hand at voting, a move that could signal a shift in how the Palestinian Authority claims authority over the area. The elections, held on Saturday, included Deir al‑Balah, a city that has suffered less damage than others in

religion

Pope Calls Out US Death‑Row Plans, Urges Life’s Value

April 25, 2026

In a letter to DePaul University, the Pope voiced strong opposition to capital punishment in the United States. He reminded readers that life is sacred from the moment of conception, a belief shared by the Catholic Church. The message highlighted that protecting human life is essential for a society

politics

Fed Renovation Saga Turns into Political Showdown

April 25, 2026

When the Federal Reserve decided to refurbish two historic buildings on the National Mall, the project’s high cost and fancy features sparked a firestorm. A New York Post piece highlighted the nearly $2. 5 billion price tag and luxury touches, pushing President Trump to criticize the Fed for not cut

politics

Lancet Says No to Senate Testimony on COVID Origins

April 25, 2026

The top medical journal decided it would not give evidence to a U. S. Senate probe about where the COVID‑19 outbreak began. The editor, Richard Horton, told a news event in Barcelona that the journal would not participate in what he called an “administration that has attacked some of the foremost sc

technology

Romania Tries Smart Drone‑Shooting Tech Near Ukraine Border

April 25, 2026

At a Romanian air base that faces the Black Sea, soldiers watched as drones buzzed above and then tried to knock them out with a new AI‑driven system. The device, called Merops, comes from Project Eagle, the company founded by former Google chief Eric Schmidt. Romanian officials say it will start wo

entertainment

Silo’s Big Mystery Is About to Unfold

April 25, 2026

The sci‑fi drama on Apple TV has kept viewers guessing for almost three years. The first season dropped a puzzle that felt almost unsolvable, and even after two seasons the answer still feels out of reach. Now, with season three coming in July 2026, the show promises to finally crack the case. The

crime

Teacher Arrested for Creating AI Child Abuse Images

April 25, 2026

A 47‑year‑old science teacher from Omaha, named Matthew Lund, was taken into custody after police found 423 AI‑made pictures of children in sexual abuse scenes on his school computer. The images show kids from babies to about 12 years old, according to prosecutors. Lund admitted he made the pi

science

Ibogaine: Hope or Hype in Mental Health?

April 25, 2026

The U. S. government is pushing ibogaine, a plant‑derived drug, as a potential cure for depression and PTSD. A health official praised it as the best treatment ever seen, but scientists warn that this claim is exaggerated. Research on ibogaine is still in its early stages. Most studies are small,

science

Sombrero Galaxy’s New Look: A Stellar Reveal

April 25, 2026

The Sombrero galaxy, a famous spiral with a distinct hat shape, has just been photographed in stunning detail by a Chilean telescope. The image was captured four years ago, but the full color processing finished only this week. Scientists say the galaxy sits about 30 million light‑years from Eart

health

Healing Paths: New Trials, Kind Hearts and Unexpected Birds

April 25, 2026

First responders in Arizona are exploring a controversial remedy as part of the state’s pioneering psilocybin study. Whole mushrooms, known for their hallucinogenic properties, are being examined for their potential to ease post‑traumatic stress. The research is backed by state funds and led by Dr.