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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Judge Says Bayer’s Claim Against J&J Is Unfounded

In a recent ruling, a federal judge in Manhattan denied Bayer’s attempt to stop Johnson & Johnson from advertising its prostate‑cancer drug, Erleada. The court said Bayer had not shown it was likely to win the case over J&J’s marketing, which claimed Erleada cuts death risk by about half compared to

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

From Numbers to Networks: A Trailblazer’s Path in Finance and Crypto

She started learning accounting before her teens, a skill that would guide her through roles in retail banking, Citigroup and LendingClub. Today she leads the finance side of a major crypto staking firm that powers banks, exchanges and wallets across more than forty blockchains. The company suppl

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

Live Nation Secures Big Loan to Boost Global Concert Halls

A major entertainment firm has taken on roughly €630 million, or $742 million, through a private debt deal. The money is earmarked for building and upgrading music venues across the world. The company’s statement confirmed the borrowing but stopped short of giving specifics about the terms or len

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Three Democrats Debate While Fundraising Grows for Downing

In Helena, the three challengers to incumbent Troy Downing sat down for their first debate. The tone was calm, and the candidates often agreed more than they disagreed. Downing’s campaign has raised a lot of money, showing strong support. The Democrats are finding it harder to match that fina

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Apr 18 2026FINANCE

Grand Rapids Sets Up $35M Bond to Fund New Firefighter Center

Grand Rapids is planning to raise up to $35 million through bonds for a new fire training facility. The city’s commission recently approved a notice that starts a 45‑day period where residents can petition for a public vote on the bond. If no one challenges it, the commission will need to pass a fin

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Apr 18 2026BUSINESS

San Diego Lab Space: Empty Buildings, New Moves

San Diego’s science labs are mostly empty. About a third of the space sits unused, which is almost as high as it has ever been. The city’s rental rates are dropping and landlords offer more discounts, so some companies are stepping in. The latest data shows a split scene. Venture money is coming ba

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Apr 18 2026HEALTH

Newborn Shots: Why Skipping Hepatitis B Could Bring Back a Hidden Threat

A new study shows that fewer babies are getting the hepatitis B vaccine in recent years. The drop is more than 10 percent from 2023 to August 2025, a trend that worries doctors. Hepatitis B is not as obvious as measles. It travels through blood or body fluids, so parents think newborns are sa

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Apr 18 2026CRIME

Unexpected Crash in Dallas Parking Lot

A tragic event unfolded early Friday morning in Dallas when a car collided with a group of people standing in a parking lot, leading to one fatality and three injuries. The incident took place around 4:20 a. m. on the 3300 block of East Trinity Mills Road, shortly after police responded to an emerge

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Apr 18 2026EDUCATION

New Hall at Tennessee Named for Former President Randy Boyd

The newest addition to the University of Tennessee’s campus is a massive business school building that will carry the name of its former president, Randy Boyd. The structure, which will be the largest on campus, has just hit its highest point in construction during a topping‑out ceremony. Duri

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Apr 18 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Skeptic Turns Spotlight on Bitcoin

Ben McKenzie, once famous for a teen drama, now leads a new film that looks at the ups and downs of digital money. In his office, he wears a T‑shirt that carries the logo of FTX, the crypto exchange that collapsed after its founder was convicted of fraud. He admits his spouse won’t let him wear it a

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