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The GLP-1 paradox study: Here’s what people really think about your Ozempic weight loss

Your friends and neighbors may be judging your rapid slim-down even more than if you’d never shed the pounds.

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Intel stock price: Why INTC hit an all time high today—and how Apple is involved

Shares of the chipmaker surged over 13% Tuesday, as the previously ailing stock has made an impressive turnaround this year.

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Why are crypto stocks surging today? Coinbase, Circle share prices rise up to 18% on these new stablecoin rules

CRCL and COIN are seeing a significant stock price bump Monday after news of a key deal on the long-stalled Clarity Act.

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When will airline ticket prices come down? What to expect if Iran war ceasefire holds, Strait of Hormuz remains open

Flight prices are highly dependent on oil and gas prices. Here’s what consumers need to know.

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If you bought this popular toothpaste, you may be owed money from Colgate-Palmolive. Here’s how to claim it

Customers are eligible for payments from the recent $2.9 million settlement of a class-action lawsuit. Here’s how to claim your check.

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Are you paying a ‘ghost tax’ when looking for a job? 37% of employment seekers fall into this common trap

It could be wasting hours of your time—and your money, too.

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Social media panic reaches new apocalyptic fervor as Trump calls to ‘destroy a whole civilization’ over Iran war

Amid a stock market frenzy and spiking oil prices, X users are calling on Congress to ‘do something.’

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The Apple App store is seeing an unexpected phenomenon. Is vibe coding behind it?

Recent data shows there’s been a new wave of apps this year.

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New research suggests the microplastics health risk may not be as bad as we thought

However, that’s definitely not to say microplastics aren’t still a big problem, study authors warn.

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Chicken nuggets from Walmart could have dangerous amounts of lead: USDA health alert

The agency is warning that some dinosaur-shaped nuggets may contain toxic metals, so check your freezers right now.

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April 2026 full moon tonight: ‘Pink moon’ could rise alongside NASA Artemis II launch. Here’s when to look up

Today marks a big day here on Earth and in space.

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TikTok DMs have a hidden easter egg—and it’s no joke. How to find and play the secret emoji game

The social media app has quietly released a new feature in its messaging platform.

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The biggest myths about Apple dispelled: A look inside 5 decades of the company’s history

The tech giant was founded 50 years ago today, on April 1, 1976. Reporter David Pogue’s new book is a revealing look back—and at what comes next.

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Rec Room is shutting down, despite the popular game reaching over 150 million users. Here’s why

The social gaming platform, once valued at $3.5 billion, is pulling the plug after a decade in business.

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Tax day 2026 new deductions: Filing for ‘No tax on tips’ and overtime, car loan interest, senior tax breaks could save you thousands

It’s almost April, which means the countdown is on until taxes are due. Don’t miss your chance to file for these benefits from Trump’s Big...

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Social Security change capping benefits payments at $50,000 a year: Experts’ solution to the SSA going broke in 7 years

The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget has a new proposal to save the system from insolvency—but is it worth it? Here’s what you need to know.

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No Kings protest: March 28 rally goes far beyond America—it will be on 6 continents. Here’s who will be there

Millions are expected to turn out on Saturday to oppose Trump and support democracy, including headliners Bruce Springsteen and Senator Bernie...

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When will gas prices come back down? Here’s what consumers can expect with the Iran War in flux

Gas is at $4 a gallon as crude oil prices have risen 45% in the past month. Will you get relief at the pump anytime soon?

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Landmark case finds Meta and Google liable for addicting app design

A Los Angeles jury handed down an unprecedented win on Wednesday to a young woman who sued the companies for deliberately designing their platforms to...

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The National Hurricane Center’s new forecast cone will warn more people if they’re in the path of a storm. What you need to know

The agency just made a big redesign.

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Epic Games layoffs today: Fortnite losses force video game maker into 20% job cut

The company announced on Tuesday it will let go of 1,000 employees. The layoff adds to a $500 million cost-savings plan.

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Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP price today: Crypto market rises on latest Trump move—how long will it last?

Digital asset prices are getting a much-needed boost Monday. Here’s what investors need to know.

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Gen Z pout: If the infamous ‘stare’ and millennial duck face had a baby

It’s more brat than bratty—and it’s showing up in selfies all over TikTok.

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No Kings March 28 protest expected to be largest in American history: 3,000 events planned in all 50 states

Next Saturday’s rally could top 7 million people as Americans turn out against Trump amid the Iran war and ICE immigration crackdown.

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Are you seeing viral ‘hacks’ for skipping long TSA airport security lines? Here’s what works—and what doesn’t

Frustrated passengers are taking to social media as wait times spike amid staffing shortages. Here are some tips and tricks for getting through the...

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Northern lights tonight: Don’t miss your chance to catch a visible aurora borealis in 19 states. Here’s the forecast for where and when

NOAA is predicting a spectacular show thanks to a geomagnetic storm, above states from Washington to Michigan to Pennsylvania.

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Housing market rent incentives hit a 12-year record as lower demand and higher supply drive apartment concessions

Finally, some good news for renters: Landlords are competing for prospective tenants by offering all sorts of perks and freebies.

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Gen Alpha could bring handwriting back

Old-fashioned penmanship is better for your brain—and it’s making a comeback in classrooms.

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Encyclopedia Britannica is the latest giant to sue OpenAI

The group, which also runs the online version of the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is alleging that OpenAI misused its reference materials to train AI...

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‘I have been Regina Georged’: Why the David protein bar lawsuit has social media cackling over ‘Mean Girls’ memes

Tiktokers are drawing comparisons between the company’s current controversy and an infamous movie scenario.

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‘No Michelin stars for violence’: What’s happening with Noma? Rene Redzepi resigns amid protests and bombshell allegations

The celebrity chef of the iconic Copenhagen spot is facing serious accusations from former employees.

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Stryker stock down, medical equipment maker’s systems defaced by cyber attack linked to pro-Iran hackers Handala

On Wednesday, the medtech company fell victim to a global outage, with its login pages defaced by the hacking group’s logo.

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Buc-ee’s is loved by shoppers, so why did it get red-flagged by the Better Business Bureau? Here’s what you need to know

The popular Texas-based gas station chain recently received an ‘F’ rating from the nonprofit organization. Here’s why.

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Want better sleep? The Dutch method is counterintuitive—but science says it works

Many Americans just lost an hour of shut-eye this weekend thanks to daylight saving time. Here’s how Europeans get a good night’s rest.

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The U.S. just unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs. Here’s how that could affect Fed interest rates, gas prices, and the Iran war

The February labor and unemployment report is out, and it isn’t pretty. So now what?

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Daylight saving time 2026: A major part of Canada just made DST permanent. Why these U.S. states could follow

It’s almost time for Americans to ‘spring forward’ this Sunday, reigniting debate over whether we should keep changing the clocks.

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Social Security is making big changes—including one this weekend. Here’s the good and bad news for benefits recipients

The agency is updating how it manages certain payments and customer service.

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Tai Chi walking: Why ’meditation in motion’ has taken over TikTok

Forget 10,000 steps—TikTok users are sharing an easy way to incorporate a centuries-old Chinese martial art into your exercise routine.

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Switching to Anthropic? Claude can now take your memories from ChatGPT, Gemini and Copilot

The app surged in downloads after Trump blacklisted it from the government. Here’s how new users can import old chats from other services.

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‘French Sunday’ is the latest viral happiness trend. Here’s how to do it the right way—and boost your productivity all week

If you’re looking for more work-life balance, take a lesson from Paris.

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Papa Johns to close hundreds of locations: List of doomed pizza restaurants grows in 2026

The pizza wars continue: Papa Johns reduces its retail footprint following store closures from Pizza Hut, while Domino’s expands.

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eBay layoffs today: 6% of jobs cut days after buying Depop from Etsy

The e-commerce retailer is downsizing its workforce by 800 employees as it shifts ‘strategic priorities,’ and continues to invest in AI.

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Workers with AI skills may get more jobs—but they lose negotiating power in this key department

According to a new report, companies want employees trained in artificial intelligence—but only to a certain extent.

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Harvard study shows AI stock trading rivals many picks made by fund managers

New research suggests AI could do a mutual fund manager’s job—with about 71% accuracy.

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Jamie Dimon says these ‘dumb things’ in our current economy could point to another financial crisis

At JP Morgan Chase’s investor day, CEO Dimon warned we’re seeing the same signs that preceded 2008’s Great Recession.

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Neuroscience says you can alter your brain structure to improve cognition. Here’s how—it’s already a popular hobby

This brain training hack is literally for the birds, says a new study.

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Domino’s just revealed how it plans to win the pizza wars after Pizza Hut’s store closures—it’s good news for fast food lovers

The chain also reported in its Q4 2025 earnings Monday that it opened over 700 new restaurants globally last year.

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‘No Kings’ spring 2026: Bruce Springsteen concerts are a protest against ICE and Trump. Where and when to see the shows

Following his political hit song ‘Streets of Minneapolis,’ Springsteen and the E Street Band are taking their ‘Land Of Hope And Dreams Tour’...

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Chase bank is opening 160 branches in over 30 states, including in rural areas. Here’s where the new locations will be

The move continues a years-long expansion strategy. The bank will also renovate nearly 600 branches this year.

18.02.2026 10

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How the Olympic figure skating ‘Blade Angels’ could break a 20-year streak

All eyes are on the American trio as they take to the ice for the women’s short program today at the Milan Cortina games.

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