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Apr 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

YouTube’s price hike: what’s behind the latest fees and who pays the price?

For the first time since 2021, watching YouTube without ads will cost U. S. users more. A basic Premium membership jumps from $13. 99 to $15. 99 a month, while a family plan rises to $26. 99. The cheaper YouTube Lite tier, which skips ads on most videos but still shows them on Shorts and music, now

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Pakistan’s tightrope walk in US-Iran tensions

Pakistan finds itself stuck in the middle as Washington and Tehran inch closer to open conflict. Two officials from Islamabad revealed that backchannel talks between the US and Iran are still alive, despite recent airstrikes and rising threats. One security source pointed out that Iran’s missile str

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Ukraine’s Leader Pushes for Peace Pause Despite Continued Attacks

Ukraine’s president recently restated his offer to pause fighting if Russia stops targeting energy sites. He shared this in a nightly video, explaining the proposal was sent through U. S. channels. His team is also working with American officials on long-term safety guarantees, which he calls the ba

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

A Targeted Strike Deepens Lebanon’s Divides

An Israeli air raid on a building in Ain Saadeh, a town east of Beirut known for its Christian population, resulted in the deaths of three residents. Among those killed was a local official from the Lebanese Forces Party, a group that strongly opposes Hezbollah. The incident has intensified already

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Trump Threatens Iran Over Strait

President Trump warned that if Iran does not open the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, U. S. forces will attack its power plants and bridges. The statement came after American soldiers rescued a wounded pilot whose aircraft was shot down by Iran. Iran responded by striking oil and water facilities

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Apr 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Writers and studios agree on a quick deal after past fights

After months of tense standoffs last year, screenwriters and major studios surprised many by reaching a quick agreement on a new contract. The Writers Guild of America, which represents over 10, 000 writers, pushed hard for better health benefits after their fund lost around $200 million in recent y

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Business leaders push back against NYC mayor's tax plans

New York City's business community is raising alarms about recent moves by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. A major business group leader shared that companies worth billions are quietly considering leaving the city or moving jobs to states with lower taxes. This follows news that a huge investment firm, Apoll

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Four Killed in Fresh Gaza Violence as Ceasefire Talks Drag On

On a quiet street in Gaza City, four people lost their lives Sunday when an Israeli airstrike hit a group near Jaffa Street. Local health workers confirmed the deaths but said little about the victims beyond their numbers. The Israeli military stayed silent on the incident, leaving questions unanswe

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Apr 05 2026EDUCATION

Budget Crunch Forces School District to Weigh Tax Hikes

Spring Cove School District faces a $2 million gap for the 2026‑27 school year. The district plans to spend about $34 million, while revenue is only $32 million, a difference that could threaten programs and maintenance. The projected costs are up 2. 5 percent from last year, whereas revenue grew

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Apr 05 2026BUSINESS

Workers Return to Colorado Meat Plant After New Talks Begin

The Greeley plant in Colorado had a three‑week strike that stopped workers from getting paid fairly. The company, the biggest meat producer in the world, said it will talk with the union again on April 9 and 10. The workers will come back to their jobs as soon as the talks start. The strike happene

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