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The city council is once again stirring debate with a fresh proposal that could change how ride‑share companies split fares. Two council members—one from District 2 and another from District 3—are loo...
The Department of Justice has warned Virginia’s governor that it will sue if she signs new gun‑control laws. A letter from the Civil Rights Division says any bill that limits law‑abiding citizens’...
Spokane is thinking about letting food trucks set up shop in more downtown spots. The city council will discuss a small plan that could drop a $60 per...
Alaska is losing its public workers faster than it can hire new ones. About 3, 000 jobs are empty right now, which is nearly one‑sixth of all state p...
In the coming months, hurricanes, fires and floods are expected to be stronger than ever. The country is not ready because the federal agency that hel...
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) once boasted about tackling crypto fraud with 583 cases and $8. 2 billion in penalties last year, claimin...
A family gathered for a father’s burial when an unexpected strike turned their grief into loss. In the village of Srifa, a house that once held hope f...
In early April, a group of farmers and truck drivers took to the roads in central Dublin. They parked tractors and heavy trucks on major routes, stopp...
China tightened rules on key minerals like gallium, germanium and neodymium in 2025‑26, saying it needed to guard national security. The U. S. and the EU reacted by bolstering stockpiles, speeding up...
Toyota, a longtime name in fuel‑cell tech, has joined forces with Daimler Truck and Volvo Group to create a new company called Cellcentric. The three firms will share ownership and work together on hy...
Apple began as a small company that nearly failed, but it revived itself when Steve Jobs returned. His idea of three devices—music player, internet ta...
Oklahoma is stepping into the future of flight, with companies pushing drones beyond hobbyist use. The state’s aerospace sector is expanding fast, dr...
France has announced a big change in its government computers, choosing Linux over Microsoft Windows. The country wants less reliance on U. S. tech fi...
Phones can be handy on hikes and trips, but not all are made for rough use. Some models have huge batteries that keep them alive on long days, whil...
Anthropic has lifted Claude Cowork from a testing phase into everyday office life. On April 9 the company opened it up to all paid users on Mac and Wi...
Many cat owners know the litter box is a daily chore, but it’s also a goldmine of health clues. A new smart litter box uses artificial intelligence to...
Many people think addiction is a simple problem that can be solved with one quick fix. But the truth is more complex. A recent study pulled data from 55 long‑term research projects that together track...
Air quality today is a different beast than it was decades ago. While the government has cut back on lead and sulfur dioxide, new dangers have taken center stage: tiny particles from factories, cars...
Dog owners in the U. S. might soon have a new tool to help their aging pets live healthier, longer lives. A California-based company is testing a drug...
The idea that someone would need a professional to help them through childbirth might seem odd to some, but for many Black mothers, it’s a necessity....
A former host of a popular home‑makeover show recently shared that her struggle with Hashimoto’s disease has improved dramatically. She revealed on so...
Veterans have a long history of driving medical progress without getting the credit they deserve. War creates extreme conditions that force quick, cre...
Science now shows that cancer isn’t just bad luck—it’s often the result of how we live. Our bodies handle threats every day, but modern habits can acc...
Every year in April, healthcare teams come together to highlight gaps in care that affect Black mothers and babies across the U. S. This year, one big...
Australia and the United States have announced a fresh $3. 5 billion investment in critical mineral development, nearly doubling the commitment made earlier this year when they signed a cooperation fr...
Louisiana leaders were asked to name a job they would choose if their current career wasn’t an option. The answers reveal that most still want to build, create and leave a mark. One executive, who stu...
A weekly bulletin in the Metro Business section spotlights new job openings, awards and achievements of local leaders. Listings start at $62, with the...
A new way for small business owners to launch a website is now available at a low price. The platform uses artificial intelligence to do the coding wo...
Peter Stern, 54, stepped into the CEO role at Peloton early in 2025 after pitching himself to a headhunter. He came from a long career in subscription...
A sports fan favorite will soon land in Delaware. Later this spring, Rally House—a store packed with jerseys, mugs, and team-themed home goods—will op...
Third Point, a hedge fund run by billionaire Daniel Loeb, decided to abandon its plan to launch a proxy fight against CoStar Group. The firm sold all...
Dallas officials say a whistle‑blower reported that two tech staff were working full‑time for both the City of Dallas and the City of Austin. The clai...
Justin Rose was born in Johannesburg on July 30, 1980. He moved to England when he was five, growing up in Hampshire where the local clubs shaped his love for golf. He learned early at places like Tyl...
Angela Dugalic grew up in Des Plaines, Illinois, but her story reaches far beyond the suburbs. Born to Serbian parents who fled the turmoil of their homeland, she carries both U. S. and Serbian citize...
Cameron Young started by carrying clubs at his dad’s country club, but now he earns more than $4 million in a single tournament. His net worth for 2...
A clip that spread quickly online shows a man in a luxury car taking a cigarette break and then dropping the butt on the road. The footage looks very...
The University of Alabama’s spring scrimmage offered plenty to cheer about. A redshirt freshman quarterback threw four touchdown passes, and the defen...
The first Monday of April in Geneseo feels like a clear, chilly morning. A visitor steps into Sweet Arts Bakery, removes thick gloves, and chats with...
Stefan Vaaks, a 6‑foot‑7 Estonian guard who surprised many as a freshman at Providence, has committed to play for Illinois, according to his agents....
The day starts early with tennis action as the Tennis Channel broadcasts opening rounds from Barcelona, Munich, Stuttgart and Rouen in both ATP and WT...
Mina Mahmood, a junior at Indiana University Northwest studying neuroscience, grew up watching her father’s memory fade. His struggle with a cognitive disorder sparked her curiosity about the brain an...
NASA’s upcoming Artemis III mission isn’t just another spaceflight—it’s a critical stepping stone for humanity’s return to the Moon and beyond. Unlike earlier missions, this one focuses on testing new...
NASA’s space programs and the Star Wars universe share more than a fan base. The TIE fighter, famous for its sleek twin‑engine design and blue ion tra...
The Orion capsule carrying NASA’s Artemis II crew will re‑enter the atmosphere from its 10‑day lunar journey and splash down near San Diego. The re‑en...
Scientists have discovered that male octopuses can find and mate with females without ever seeing them, using a touch‑and‑taste method that relies on...
Scientists have wondered if giant structures built by advanced beings might exist far beyond our sight. A recent study led by a researcher at the U...
When stray cats grow too many, they can bring trouble to neighborhoods. They may bite, spread sickness, and cause noise. A smart way to stop this is c...
At just twelve years old, Naia Butler‑Craig dreamed of space after seeing Mae Jemison’s photo at her church in Orlando. Years later, she earned a PhD...
When the Taiwanese grandma turned eighty, a brief fainting spell made her uneasy. A simple low‑blood‑pressure check by the doctor was all that was needed, but her family still felt it wise to keep an...
Patrick Bernadeau, a sports writer who has lived in Port St. Lucie longer than anyone else on the Treasure Coast, returned home in 2024 after a seven‑year stint elsewhere. He left in 2017 to chase new...
April brings the first real gardening rush in New England. While most people focus on flowers, this month is actually prime time for getting edible pl...
Colombia isn’t off-limits for travelers, but it does come with warnings that shouldn’t be ignored. The U. S. government is flagging specific zones whe...
Every year, a quiet Chicago neighborhood transforms into a lively hub for yarn lovers. Over 2, 000 people gather at YarnCon, a free weekend event that...
The Yutang Cultural and Sports Center sits in Shenzhen’s Guangming District, tucked inside the Tianliao Community. It is surrounded by a mix of old i...
People have a lot of health tips, but many still feel tired and unfocused. A podcast host who used to chase productivity every day talks about how tin...
Pennsylvania’s famous bank barns, those sturdy structures perched on hillsides with one side built into the slope, are now rolling around on license p...
About two‑thirds of parents say their 18‑to‑28 kids still need money or help at home. More than h...
The world’s top money managers are meeting in Washington, but their agenda is clouded by the war tha...
Weekends used to be quiet in finance. Now, something unusual is happening while big exchanges sleep....
Shipping businesses thinking about using cryptocurrency to pay fees for passing through Iranian wate...
When the tax deadline looms, scammers step up their game. They use pressure and new tech to lure peo...
The bank keeps a neutral stance, calling the shares “Hold” and aiming for HK$920. 00 each. Last nigh...
People are losing a lot of money to tricks that use smart computer programs. Scammers send fake call...
Hong Kong’s financial regulators have just handed out licenses to two new stablecoin issuers, kickin...
Florida’s gas and diesel prices have been playing a game of tag with global events lately, and the S...
Lloyds Bank has decided not to challenge the UK’s car finance compensation scheme, even though they...
