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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

Why Women’s Sports Categories Matter

The Olympics just set a clear rule: only biological females can compete in women’s events. This might sound obvious, but it’s a big deal after years of confusion. Some athletes, like U. S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe, are upset. She calls the rule unfair and claims it lacks science. But here’s the iro

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Michigan’s big business deals: Do they really pay off?

Michigan spent over $1. 8 billion helping big companies with tax breaks and cash awards since 2022. The goal? Bring jobs and investments to the state. So far, only a fraction of those promises have turned into real hiring. In 2025, just 1, 846 jobs were created by companies getting SOAR funds—far be

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Print in the Digital Age: How One Company Merges Old and New

Back in the 1990s, a small print shop started in a family garage, turning out carbon copies and business forms on clunky machines. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was dependable—something companies relied on when digital spreadsheets weren’t an option. Today, that shop still exists, though now it balanc

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Apr 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI’s big moment: Should artists worry or adapt?

Tech experts keep saying AI is changing everything fast. One of them, a big name from Hollywood, calls this moment revolutionary—not just another update. He sees startups and tech giants racing to use AI in new ways. Some people worry about jobs, but he thinks the real test is how well businesses an

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI is changing business for better and worse

Artificial intelligence isn't just about robots doing cool things anymore. It's becoming a regular part of how companies work - both for good and bad. A tech expert recently explained to a local business group how AI helps companies run smoother and faster. At the same time, it's giving scammers new

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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 2026WEATHER

Storm Ready: Where to Hide When Tornadoes Hit SE Michigan

Southern Michigan has faced more than its share of wild weather lately. Tornado warnings have blared from phones and sirens have wailed through neighborhoods. People scramble downstairs, shove into closets, and brace for the worst. When alerts scream "danger now, " every second counts. Planning ahe

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Women in Somaliland Learn About HIV: Where and Why It Matters

The study looks at how women aged 15‑49 in Somaliland know about HIV and AIDS. It uses data from a big national survey that collected information on more than 6, 000 women in 2020. Researchers checked who had heard of the disease and why some groups knew more than others. A key finding is that almo

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Sexual Change Therapy: Who Benefits and Why

The study looked at people who had tried to change their sexual attraction. It gathered answers from 183 adults, most of whom were men (70%) and a smaller group of women (30%). The researchers compared those who had done therapy aimed at altering same‑sex attraction with people who had not. They als

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Apr 07 2026BUSINESS

Covey Gardens throws a party to mark its second year in Laguna Beach

Laguna Beach’s latest small business milestone isn’t just about cutting a ribbon—it’s a chance for locals to see what all the buzz is about. Covey Gardens, now two years into its run at 1590 S. Coast Highway, is hosting a public open house on April 16 at 5 p. m. The event packs in more than just a c

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