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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Why Pennsylvania’s Energy Bills Keep Rising

Pennsylvania sits on a goldmine of energy resources—gas, coal, nuclear, and even strong wind and solar potential. Yet households here pay some of the highest electricity bills in the country, despite sitting on top of so much energy wealth. Between 2018 and 2023, the cost per kilowatt hour jumped ne

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Apr 11 2026OPINION

San Diego Could Save Billions by Turning Its Power Company Into a Non‑Profit

San Diego’s council now has the chance to cut electric bills for its residents. A new study shows that if the city replaces the current profit‑driven utility with a non‑profit public power company, it could save up to $19 billion in the next 30 years. Other analyses suggest savings could reach

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Apr 11 2026HEALTH

Women in Asia Face Hidden Risks: Violence and Suicidal Thoughts

This review aims to uncover how common violence from partners is among Asian women aged 19‑45 and how it links to thoughts or attempts of suicide. Researchers will sift through thousands of studies in databases like PubMed and Scopus, up to the end of November 2025. They will also look at unpublishe

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Peace Talks on the Line: U. S. , Iran Face Hurdles in Islamabad

The United States and Iran were set to meet in Islamabad on Saturday, hoping to stop a war that began six weeks ago. The U. S. team, led by Vice President J. D. Vance and including former envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, had just finished refueling in Paris before heading to Pakistan. Iran’s g

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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

What keeps a gaming team and a tech brand teamed up for six years?

Hanwha Life Esports and Razer just signed another deal keeping them connected until 2026. That’s six straight years of working together—rare in the fast-moving esports world. They first joined forces in 2021, but their roots go back even further when Hanwha Life Esports started as an upstart team wi

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Apr 10 2026OPINION

Ohio’s Tax Debate: Who Really Benefits?

In Ohio, a plan to remove property taxes is picking up steam. Supporters argue it would help homeowners keep more money. But who really wins—and who loses? The debate isn’t just about politics. It’s about age, money, and future generations. Right now, schools and local services in Ohio rely heavily

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Apr 10 2026BUSINESS

A Judge Weighs In On Press Freedom And Government Searches

A federal judge is now deciding whether the government can dig through a reporter’s personal devices—phones, laptops, and more—after they were seized in a leak investigation. The reporter, who has spent years covering government agencies, used these tools to communicate with over 1, 200 confidential

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

Mavericks Push for a Fresh Dallas Arena Spot

The Dallas Mavericks aren’t just planning a new home—they’re aiming for a complete game-changer. Their CEO recently met with local business leaders to outline plans for a sprawling 50-acre complex that would include an arena, team headquarters, a practice facility, and even hotels and restaurants. T

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Apr 10 2026SCIENCE

How tiny cell parts travel between cells – and why that matters

Scientists once saw mitochondria—the powerhouses inside our cells—as fixed residents with one job: producing energy. Now they know these tiny structures are more like delivery trucks zipping between cells, dropping off supplies or picking up garbage. This movement happens with help from three main h

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

How Unions Shape Later Life for Older Workers

Workers who joined unions decades ago often look back on their careers with different views than those who entered the workforce just a generation later. A recent look at two groups of older Americans—born 18 years apart—shows how labor unions influenced not just paychecks, but also how people felt

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