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Apr 17 2026BUSINESS

One Worker, Zero Offices: The New Billion-Dollar Company Model?

A single person. A laptop. Some clever AI tools. That’s the basic recipe some in Silicon Valley now bet could bake up a billion-dollar tech business before long. Late last year, a high-profile tech leader mentioned a playful but telling detail: he and a circle of boss friends were quietly betting on

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Apr 16 2026WEATHER

Final frost alert: is your garden ready?

This weekend’s cold snap in Albuquerque isn’t just a random chill—it’s part of a bigger pattern. After weeks of unseasonably warm March days that had people planting early, forecasters now warn a late freeze could damage tender plants. The North Valley will see the worst of it, with temperatures dro

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Tax Dollars at Work: Protesters Demand Change in Santa Rosa

On April 15, a group of Santa Rosa residents gathered outside the IRS office to voice their concerns about how tax money is being used. Among them was a man dressed as Uncle Sam, playing drums to draw attention. The crowd included families with dogs, peace activists, and local groups who marched to

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

A new healthcare campus for Cleveland in 2026

Cleveland is getting a major boost for healthcare training with a shared campus opening in 2026. Three groups—New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and the Central School of Practical Nursing—are working together to turn a 100, 000-square-foot building in the St. Clair-Superior area i

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Apr 16 2026POLITICS

Chinese artist under fire for old jokes

A Chinese artist known for poking fun at Mao Zedong is now staring down a prison sentence under a law that didn’t even exist when his controversial pieces were made. Sources report Gao Zhen was quietly tried in late March for “dishonoring national heroes and martyrs. ” Critics say this charge flips

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Apr 16 2026CRIME

SantaCon’s big party funds turned into personal shopping spree

Every December, thousands of Santa lookalikes flood New York sidewalks, bars, and subway cars with red suits and festive chaos. The event bills itself as a “charitable, non-political, nonsensical Santa Claus convention, ” selling tickets for $10 to $20 with promises the cash will help local causes.

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Apr 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart screens that hang as art: a fresh way to see your TV

Most of us keep TVs in living rooms where they stare at us like glowing boxes. Now one company offers a gadget that flips the script—turning the screen itself into a moving art frame. This isn’t some expensive experiment. The device starts at nine hundred dollars for the larger sizes and promises th

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

How Where You Stand in Life Affects Your Heart Health Over Time

A new look at five large studies from around the world shows how moving up or down in social class might change your chances of heart disease or diabetes later on. Researchers tracked people for years, watching not just their income or job titles but also their daily habits and stress levels. They f

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Apr 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Small Film with Big Screen Dreams

A Gujarati film named "Last Film Show" is making waves across Europe, starting with a June release in France. Originally called "Chhello Show, " this drama about a boy’s love for cinema was India’s pick for the Oscars in 2023. It didn’t win but still got noticed, earning spots on shortlists and winn

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Apr 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hiring the first CMO for a YouTube superstar’s growing empire

MrBeast is building more than just viral videos these days. His company, Beast Industries, wants to go mainstream with movies, snacks, and even banking apps. Now it needs a marketing boss to make it all happen. This isn’t just another corporate hire—it’s a chance to shape a brand that started as a s

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