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Breathing Your Way to Better Health

April 22, 2026

Studies show that taking deep breaths can lower stress, help the heart, improve sleep, and even lift mood. One recent paper in a medical journal examined how breathing exercises helped people recover from COVID‑19, finding that the practice was more than just a way to relax. Another study compared b

science

Potato Chip Science: From Farms to Fryers

April 22, 2026

In the world of salty snacks, a quiet revolution is happening underground. Scientists have spent more than four decades tinkering with the humble potato to make it a better partner for chip makers. The goal is simple yet complex: grow potatoes that thrive in any climate, resist disease and pests, ke

sports

New Play Field Lights Up Hazelwood Community

April 22, 2026

Pittsburgh’s Hazelwood Green area just got a fresh sports venue that will keep kids active for years. A big ribbon‑cutting ceremony brought together NFL boss Roger Goodell, Steelers president Art Rooney II, coach Mike McCarthy and future draft picks. They played on the field with local youth and Spe

entertainment

Model Ashley Graham Pops Into a New Film and Shares Her Fan‑First Mindset

April 22, 2026

Ashley Graham, known for her runway work and outspoken support of body positivity, will appear briefly in the upcoming sequel to “The Devil Wears Prada, ” scheduled for release on May 1. The announcement came during a recent industry gathering where she and her agent, Natasha Bolouki, discussed the

celebrities

Sumi Jo Teams Up With SM Classics for Global Reach

April 22, 2026

SM Entertainment’s classical branch, SM Classics, has just added a superstar to its lineup. The world‑famous soprano Sumi Jo will now record exclusively with the label, marking a significant step in its push to become a leading name in classical music worldwide. Jo first made history in 1993 when s

technology

Drones Take the Lead in Detroit Police Work

April 22, 2026

The idea of using flying robots to help police has grown as the machines become smarter. In Macomb County, officials are testing a brand called Skydio. These drones can hover for half an hour and travel up to three miles without needing a pilot on the ground. When someone reported a broken‑in

politics

Things to Know on April 22

April 22, 2026

In Texas, a new court decision allows public schools to put the Ten Commandments on classroom walls. This move has sparked a debate about religion in education and could lead to a future Supreme Court case. On Earth Day, a recent study shows that almost half of the U. S. population lives in areas w

religion

Display of the Ten Commandments in U. S. Schools Sparks Debate

April 22, 2026

The idea that a religious text should be shown in public classrooms has become a hot topic across many U. S. states, especially those led by Republican officials. In 2024 Louisiana was the first state to require that the Ten Commandments be posted in classrooms where U. S. history is taught, and oth

business

Young Bostonians on the Move: What It Means for the Region

April 22, 2026

The Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce has released a new study that shows many young adults are planning to leave the area. The survey, which asked 600 residents between ages 20 and 30 across five counties, found that about a quarter of respondents expect to move away in the next five years. This f

politics

RFK Jr. Outshines Sen. Warnock on Rabies Talk

April 22, 2026

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stepped onto Capitol Hill for two Senate hearings and turned a sharp moment into a win over Democrat Sen. Raphael Warnock, who tried to challenge him on health policy. First, RFK Jr. spoke with the Finance Committee about his agency’s budget and how former President Trump’s dea