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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Oil Prices Rise as Middle East Tension Continues

The global oil benchmark, Brent crude, climbed 4 % to about $109 a barrel for July delivery. Before the conflict in Iran, this grade traded near $72 a barrel. U. S. West Texas Intermediate also jumped more than 4 % to just above $104 a barrel for June delivery. Investors watch the Strait of Ho

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Apr 29 2026OPINION

Finding a better way for Alaska's schools

Alaska's schools face tough problems today. Many classrooms have fewer students than before. Some people think closing schools is the only answer. But that misses the real issue. Years of decisions have left schools struggling. Money problems make it hard to help students. When schools can't give k

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Why Angel Stadium’s Food Stand Got Rat Problems Again

A single concession stand at Angel Stadium ended up in the news recently—not because of baseball, but because health inspectors found mice nearby. The stand, tucked up in Section 42, was the only one out of nearly 160 to fail a surprise check. Officials said rodents were spotted near storage shelves

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Apr 28 2026FINANCE

Robinhood Turns Crypto Loss into Betting Boom

Robinhood’s earnings show a sharp fall in crypto trading income, but other parts of the business are growing. Crypto revenue dropped 47% to $134 million from last year’s $252 million. The company said customers are moving away from crypto to other trading options. Transaction‑based revenue cl

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Apr 28 2026SPORTS

PSG’s Midfield Puzzle Before Bayern Showdown

Paris Saint-Germain have booked their spot in the Champions League semifinals but now face their toughest challenge yet—Bayern Munich. While PSG have dominated French football, their grip on Ligue 1 is slipping, with Lens closing the gap. A draw in their next meeting could shake up the title race, g

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Apr 27 2026SPORTS

Game Day Showdown: Galaxy vs Salt Lake

"LA Galaxy will host Real Salt Lake at the Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. The match starts at 7 p. m. ET (4 p. m. PT). Both clubs are in the Western Conference. Real Salt Lake sits sixth with 16 points after eight games, while Galaxy is thirteenth with nine points following nine m

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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Could Maine handle a political outsider turning things around?

Maine isn't just dealing with high costs and weak schools – it's facing deeper issues. Over 8 years, the state budget ballooned by almost double, hitting $14. 5 billion in 2024. But while money grew, reading scores for students dropped shockingly low, with only about a quarter reading at their grade

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Apr 25 2026BUSINESS

Store Cutbacks: A Shift Toward Smarter Retail

Bath & Body Works has quietly shut 92 shops in its latest yearly report, showing how the brand is reshaping its physical presence while aiming for a fresh surge in growth. The closures happened across the U. S. during the fiscal year that ended on Jan. 31, but the company kept the specific sites und

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Celebrity Golf Bash Draws Stars and Sports Fans

The ONEFlight Myrtle Beach Classic is set to light up the Dunes Golf and Beach Club from May 7 to 10, turning a regular PGA event into a star‑filled spectacle. Players will tee off on two courses, but the real headline is the Wednesday Pro‑Am that invites Hollywood icons and sports legends to swi

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Apr 25 2026LIFESTYLE

New seats for business class travelers on Boeing 787s

Airlines are upgrading their business class seats on Boeing 787 Dreamliners, set to roll out between 2026 and 2027. These upgrades aim to attract premium passengers by offering more comfort and privacy. Some airlines are going all out with fancy suites, while others are trying bold new seat designs

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