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Apr 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Life on the High‑End Flight: A Story of Fame and Controversy

A man who once lived in the shadows of diplomacy now lives under bright lights. He is the son of a former Iranian ambassador, but his own story has taken a very different turn. In late March he was filmed stepping onto a private jet, ready for a weekend in Ibiza. The video quickly spread online. He

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Apr 22 2026CELEBRITIES

Sumi Jo Teams Up With SM Classics for Global Reach

SM Entertainment’s classical branch, SM Classics, has just added a superstar to its lineup. The world‑famous soprano Sumi Jo will now record exclusively with the label, marking a significant step in its push to become a leading name in classical music worldwide. Jo first made history in 1993 when s

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Apr 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Google’s New AI Chips Split Tasks to Save Power

Google has rolled out its newest generation of special AI chips, called Tensor Processing Units or TPUs. These chips are now split into two types: one for training AI models and another for running them. The training chips, named TPU 8t, are designed to handle the heavy work of teaching an AI

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Dell Shares Surge: What Comes Next?

The tech giant Dell Technologies has been climbing the stock market ladder, hitting new peaks that have traders buzzing. Over the past year, its shares have jumped almost 160%, and analysts keep a strong “Buy” stance. A recent scan of market data flagged Dell as one of the top performers, thanks to

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Apr 22 2026RELIGION

Michigan Muslims Share Their Story at Library Talk

A friendly evening will take place on May 7 when Imam Robert Shaheed talks about the history of Islam in Michigan. The talk starts at 6:30 p. m. in the Hoyt Library and is free for anyone who wants to learn. Imam Shaheed has been a leader at the Islamic Center of Saginaw for more than four decades.

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Apr 22 2026WEATHER

Fox River Floods: When Will the Water Drop?

The Fox River is still swollen after last week’s heavy rains. A Chicago weather scientist says the water may settle back into its banks by mid‑next week, but only if no more big storms hit the area. He based this on a gauge in New Munster, Wisconsin, which topped 15 feet on Sunday and has been fa

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Apr 22 2026SPORTS

Vote for Your Local High School Spring Sports Stars

High school sports fans in the MLive regions have a new chance to celebrate their favorite seniors. The annual Spring Sports Stars contest has returned, inviting people from each area to choose the athletes they think shine brightest. This week’s focus is on senior players across all regions, and vo

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Middletown School Closings: A Community in Flux

In Middletown, the debate over closing several schools is heating up as the school board prepares to decide on a new budget next week. A majority vote could approve closures that affect Leonardo and Navesink elementary schools, while Bayshore Middle School would shift to an elementary level. The boa

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Apr 22 2026EDUCATION

Lesley University’s New Chapter: A President’s Farewell and Future Plans

Janet Steinmayer, who has led Lesley for seven years, announced she will leave her role in June. She said the decision came after weighing personal goals and the demanding nature of her job, noting that Lesley remains a special institution. During her time at the helm, the university completed a $10

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Apr 22 2026FINANCE

Smart Money Watching BlackSky as Stock Nears Yearly Peak

BlackSky’s shares are closing in on their highest point in a year, sitting just below $40. 62. That’s interesting because most stocks tend to pull back when the market is shaky. But here, the price is holding strong near the top instead of falling. This often means big investors are quietly buying u

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