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Apr 08 2026EDUCATION

High schoolers take the lead in Cincinnati's community revival

At Taft High School in Cincinnati, a meeting room became a playground for change. Fifteen students and fifteen adults sat in a circle—not in a classroom, not in a boardroom, but in a space where the usual power lines vanished. The students set the agenda, asked the questions, and kept the adults acc

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Rocket attack sparks protest at Kuwaiti diplomatic site in Iraq

Late on Monday evening, three Iraqi citizens were killed and five others injured when rockets struck a residence in the Khor al-Zubair area near Basra. Authorities suspect the projectiles originated from Kuwaiti soil and arrived within moments, leaving local families trapped under rubble. The sudden

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Apr 08 2026FINANCE

Palantir’s Mixed Signals: A Tech Stock Caught Between Growth Hopes and Market Reality

Palantir’s latest dip reflects a broader tech slump, where only one sector managed to rise out of eleven. The company, known for its data tools, isn’t immune to the downturn, even though it’s doing better than most tech peers today. Its stock sits below key averages like the 20-day and 100-day movin

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Apr 08 2026BUSINESS

A finance chief blending tradition and fresh ideas in Napa's wine world

At 35, Kevin Johnsen runs the numbers behind California’s 10th biggest wine maker—Fior di Sole—but he sees his real job as shaping how the company grows without losing sight of its roots. He joined as finance director in 2022, became CFO a year later, and added COO in 2025. His list of responsibilit

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

U. N. Peace Worker Heads to Iran as Truce Talks Loom

A United Nations representative recently appointed to help end the Iran conflict is scheduled to travel to Tehran, though the visit depends on safety and travel details being sorted out first. The envoy, a long-time U. N. diplomat, left for the Middle East this week, but officials haven’t shared any

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Apr 08 2026BUSINESS

A Local Builder Making Big Changes in His Community

At 35, Chris Lovi isn’t just another construction manager—he’s someone who turned his own daily struggles into real solutions for others. For years, he spent hours stuck in traffic on Highway 101, frustrated by the slow, outdated roads. Instead of ignoring the problem, he joined Ghilotti Brothers Co

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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

Rajasthan Royals Face Mumbai Indians in Guwahati Showdown

The Rajasthan Royals have started the IPL 2026 season on a high note, winning both of their first two games and sitting comfortably in third place with a strong net run rate. Their latest victory over the Gujarat Titans by six runs gave them confidence heading into a clash with the five‑time champio

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Apr 07 2026EDUCATION

Amarillo Students Shine With New Scholarships and Community Wins

In March, two students from Potter County earned scholarships from Oklahoma State University’s Ferguson College of Agriculture for the 2026‑27 year. Maddie Barnett, who studies Animal Science, was awarded the Joseph Fleming Memorial Continuing Scholarship and later joined Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

New CFO at Azul: Former Embraer Money Boss Steps In

Azul, the Brazilian airline, announced that its long‑time CFO Alex Malfitani will leave his post on April 20. The company said Antonio Carlos Garcia, who previously ran the finances for Embraer, will take over as chief financial officer. Malfitani helped start Azul and has been a key figure in the

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Italy’s Minister Warns U. S. Is in Danger From Iran Conflict

The clash with Iran has made the United States look weak on the world stage, says Italy’s Defence Minister. He worries that fighting could grow into a nuclear war, echoing the horrors of World War II. Italy refused to let U. S. planes land at a Sicilian base on their way to the Middle East, showi

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