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First-ever Largest Playdate draws more than 1,000 kids to Maggie Daley Park

Chicago hosted its first-ever Largest Playdate at Maggie Daley Park, bringing families together to celebrate young children and providing resources for early learning programs.

Chicago, IL / WGN News / Apr 11 / 100% positive
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Columbus, OH NBC4i Apr 11
Columbus Weather - Warm & breezy to finish the weekend

Much warmer temps to close the work week with temps back in the 80s. Expect warm & wet weather next week.

New York, NY NY Post Apr 11
Liberty’s splashy free agency move sends a clear message for this season — championship or bust

Not only does this splashy move reunite Ionescu with her Oregon teammate, but it also leaves no doubt about the expectations for the Liberty this season.

Health Medical Xpress Apr 11
Mothers left in the dark over tube feeding decisions for children with Down syndrome, research reveals

A new study led by the University of Hertfordshire has highlighted the emotional toll faced by mothers of young children with Down syndrome who require tube feeding. The research, led by Dr. Laura K Hielscher, who completed her Ph.D. at Herts' Department of Psychology, Sport and Geography, found that mothers often felt excluded from decision-making when nasogastric (NG) tubes—soft plastic tubes inserted through a baby's nose and into the stomach—were first inserted to provide essential nutrition and medication.

Science PhysOrg Apr 11
AI pragmatists: How language teachers are navigating AI with nuance

A pervasive narrative has taken hold in education: generative AI (genAI) is an unstoppable force, and educators must adapt or be left behind.

Phoenix, AZ KTAR Apr 11
Construction begins on 80-unit affordable senior rental community in Phoenix

The city of Phoenix is breaking ground on a new affordable housing community for seniors that will bring 80 rental homes to the Valley.

New York, NY NY Post Apr 11
Athena Strand’s grieving mom shares tearful tribute, calls her a ‘fighter’ — as FedEx killer faces life in prison

Maitlyn Gandy gushed over daughter in a Facebook post praising her brave and bold spirit -- which she maintained even in her final moments trying to fend off killer during the harrowing 2022 attack

San Diego, CA NBC 7 San Diego Apr 11
San Diego Padres win 4th straight, take series from Rockies

San Diego Padres fans probably did a bit of a double-take when they saw their team’s starting lineup for Saturday night’s game against the Colorado Rockies. Batting second, playing 2nd base, was Fernando Tatis Jr. Yes, THAT Fernando Tatis Jr., the Platinum Glove-winning right fielder who has played all of one Major League inning at the keystone and last started there with Double-A San Antonio in 2017. Tati has been taking ground balls at 2nd base in pregame warmups for most of the season but it wasn’t clear if that was just for fun or a hint he might be occasionally moonlighting as an infielder again. It was the latter, and the change might have done him and the Padres a world of good. Tatis Jr. handled the few defensive chances that came his way and had three hits for his best offensive performance of the season in a 9-5 win, their 4th straight victory and 3rd straight series win. San Diego starter German Marquez had a few early issues against his former tea

New York, NY NY Post Apr 11
Top bars in the West are crowned — and California dominates the rankings

From Sacramento to LA to San Francisco, one thing is undeniable: California is setting the standard.

USA NPR Apr 11
How Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's hometown became a symbol of excesses

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has long been accused of corruption. Sightseers now flock to his hometown as groups aim to raise awareness of what they say are the leader's excesses.

Science ScienceAlert Apr 11
Experimental Drug Can Reverse Osteoarthritis in Weeks, Animal Research Shows

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Environment BBC Environment Apr 11
The doomsday seed collectors fighting to save Wales' native species

Should the apocalypse arrive, Wales as we know it may depend on these two conservationists.