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Apr 14 2026BUSINESS

Health startups look to raise big money with new stock offerings

Two biotech firms are trying to cash in on investor excitement around obesity drugs and disease-detecting technology. One company wants $533 million to develop weight-loss treatments, while another seeks $159 million to expand its diagnostic tools. Both plan to sell shares to the public soon, hoping

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Apr 14 2026HEALTH

College Exposure Scare Raises Concerns About Rare Tuberculosis Strain

A routine public health check has suddenly put a Southern California college on edge. Over two months last fall, visitors to Southwestern Community College may have shared airspace with a tuberculosis strain that shrugs off common treatments. Health officials have now set off a campus-wide alert, ur

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Apr 14 2026RELIGION

A night of fun, food, and community in Lincolnshire

A local Jewish group is putting together a lively event to celebrate its members and raise funds for future programs. "L’Chaim & Lagers" isn’t just a party—it’s a chance to thank the people who keep the community running, from teachers to volunteers. The party kicks off at Half Day Brewing Company i

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Apr 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Free stuff gone wrong: when generosity bites back

Neighbors can surprise you in the worst ways when free stuff enters the picture. Take the case of someone who offered a bright yellow paint can on a local app. A neighbor grabbed it for her front door, then demanded a full refund for the "wrong color, " claiming it ruined her curb appeal. Instead of

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Apr 14 2026SPORTS

What’s next for the Jaguars and Brian Thomas Jr. ?

The NFL draft is just around the corner, and teams are already making big plans. For the Jacksonville Jaguars, last season was a rollercoaster. They finished with a strong 13-4 record—their best since 1999—proving they could compete at a high level. But their playoff run ended quickly, raising quest

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Apr 14 2026SPORTS

Behind the scenes before the NFL Draft

The NFL Draft is coming up, and the New England Patriots are staying focused on football. Recent headlines about a team executive and a reporter sharing a hot tub photo got attention, but the Patriots aren’t letting it distract them. The executive called the meeting accidental, and the reporter said

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Apr 14 2026SPORTS

Patriots' Draft Prep Continues with Vrabel in the Mix

The New England Patriots are moving full steam ahead with their draft preparations, and head coach Mike Vrabel remains a key player in those discussions. Executive Vice President of Player Personnel Eliot Wolf recently spoke to the media about Vrabel’s role, downplaying any concerns and calling the

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Apr 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Less is more: How quiet moments stick in our minds better than flashy ones

Some TV shows prove that striking moments come from calm, not chaos. In Black Bird, a character's pause before making a big choice says more than shouting ever could. A small movement, like a hand slowly lifting, reveals feelings the loudest dialogue can’t capture. While most crime shows race ahead

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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

'Uber Faces New Trial After Big Jury Win'

The ride‑share giant is headed back to court after a recent $8. 5 million jury award in Arizona, which many see as a warning sign rather than an isolated incident. A woman in Charlotte, North Carolina, will argue that a driver who booked her through the app touched her inappropriately and forced her

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Brian Tyree Henry Takes the Lead in Apple’s New Running Drama

The newest project from Apple Studios is a sports drama that puts the spotlight on a homeless high‑school runner, and the star of this film is Brian Tyree Henry. The movie, titled “Running, ” was created by director Gavin O’Connor, known for his work on “Warrior” and “The Way Back, ” along with writ

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