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Apr 25 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Plan to Defend Against Missiles from Space

The U. S. military is betting over $3 billion on a fresh approach to stop enemy missiles before they reach their targets. Instead of relying only on weapons on the ground, the Space Force now plans to place interceptors in orbit around Earth. Twelve companies got the green light to build and test th

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Apr 19 2026SPORTS

A Quarterback’s Big Move: Money, Power and a Fresh Start

Will Howard made a headline‑making switch from Kansas State to Ohio State, chasing better pay and more respect. He was set to start at Kansas State after a Big 12 title, but the new freshman backup, Avery Johnson, landed a bigger name‑and‑money deal. Howard felt Kansas State had “taken advantage” of

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Apr 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Europe bets big on homegrown cloud services for government work

The European Union just spent €180 million on cloud services from four homegrown providers. That’s a lot of money for digital storage that will run government agencies for the next six years. The deal is meant to cut down on Europe’s habit of relying on tech from outside the continent. Instead of us

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Apr 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Company in Talks with Government About New AI Model

A U. S. tech firm is quietly working with officials to share details about its latest artificial intelligence system, even after a disagreement with the military led to restrictions on its use. The company, known for developing advanced AI tools, recently announced a new model designed for coding an

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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Can Blockchain Fix the Messy Side of Construction Projects?

Construction projects often hit snags because of messy vendor deals. Late payments, missing materials, and confusing contracts can delay work and jack up costs. In fact, businesses lose about 9% of their yearly revenue just from these kinds of contract problems. But what if there was a way to make t

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

Sports Broadcast Network Folds After Short-Lived Revival

A once-promising sports network that barely survived bankruptcy is now closing its doors. FanDuel Sports Network, which took over after a major media company collapsed under debt, lasted less than a year before collapsing again. The network started 2026 with deals covering 29 teams across three leag

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Mar 27 2026BUSINESS

Budget Battles: How a School District Scrutinized Contracts and Trips

A recent probe in a large Colorado school district has turned the spotlight on nearly $3 million of contracts and questions about international travel. The investigation, led by the board president, focuses on agreements signed between the district and a Texas‑based education firm called Education A

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Mar 21 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI System Becomes Official Tool for U. S. Military Operations

The Pentagon has announced that Palantir’s Maven AI platform will officially join the U. S. armed forces as a core system, giving soldiers advanced tools for spotting and engaging threats across all environments. In a letter to top military leaders, Deputy Secretary of War Steve Feinberg explaine

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Mar 18 2026BUSINESS

Business Buy‑Check: 6 Smart Steps

When a company plans to buy another, the first step is not just signing paperwork. It’s about digging into details that might turn a good deal into a headache later. A top finance officer who has handled many purchases in the past four years notes that the most overlooked part of buying a firm is c

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Mar 12 2026POLITICS

A New Face for AI in the Pentagon

The U. S. military and a leading AI company have entered a heated disagreement that could reshape how technology is used in defense. The clash began when the Pentagon asked the AI lab to remove safety limits that would stop the government from using its models for autonomous weapons or spying on

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