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Apr 12 2026FINANCE

Parents Still Fund Gen Z Lives

About two‑thirds of parents say their 18‑to‑28 kids still need money or help at home. More than half feel that this support hurts their own budgets. The data came from a survey of 3, 773 U. S. adults last year. Experts say the practice is becoming normal. It can help young people finish sc

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Apr 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Thrill Parks Born: Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens Hit the Ground Running

Kings Dominion and Busch Gardens both opened their gates in May 1975, marking a new era for amusement parks in the United States. The two parks were built on different ideas: Kings Dominion aimed to become a large, multi‑theme park in Virginia, while Busch Gardens focused on blending rides with b

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Apr 12 2026BUSINESS

New CEO Aims to Revive Peloton’s Fitness Empire

Peter Stern, 54, stepped into the CEO role at Peloton early in 2025 after pitching himself to a headhunter. He came from a long career in subscription services, having worked for Time Warner, Apple and Ford’s software division. Stern sees the job as a dream opportunity, despite Peloton’s recent stru

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Apr 12 2026SPORTS

Stefan Vaaks Joins Illinois, Shaking Up the Big Ten

Stefan Vaaks, a 6‑foot‑7 Estonian guard who surprised many as a freshman at Providence, has committed to play for Illinois, according to his agents. He arrived in the Big Ten as a top‑10 transfer on ESPN’s list, bringing a rare blend of height and ball‑handling. During his single season with t

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Apr 12 2026WEATHER

Early heat wave hits Delaware as summer-like temps arrive early

Delaware is about to get a sudden taste of summer with temperatures climbing to near 90 degrees next week. While mid-April usually brings mild spring weather, the region is bracing for a sharp warm-up that could feel more like late May. Forecasters say this isn't typical for the season, raising ques

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Apr 12 2026WEATHER

Spring weather swings into gear with rain and warmth on the way

After weeks of crisp air, the weekend brings a big switch. Warm air pushes in from the south, pulling moisture that turns skies gray. The first real storm chances of spring arrive—not as a slow drizzle, but as quick bursts of rain and thunder. Saturday kicks off dry but sags by afternoon. Early sun

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Apr 12 2026WEATHER

New Jersey braces for sudden heat wave as summer-like temps arrive

After weeks of chilly spring air, New Jersey is about to get a sudden taste of summer. Temperatures are set to jump from the 60s to the 90s within days, marking one of the most dramatic warm-ups in recent years. Sunday will still feel like typical April, with windy conditions pushing highs only into

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Apr 12 2026WEATHER

Weather swings ahead: chilly days then rain, then warmth returns

This weekend Massachusetts braces for cool winds and dry air that could spark small fires. Temperatures will struggle to climb past the mid-50s on Saturday, while Springfield sneaks up to 60 degrees. Boston tops out at 58, Worcester at 56, Cape Cod at 57, and the Berkshires only at 52. Gusts up to 3

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Apr 12 2026POLITICS

Florida wants more red snapper fishing days but not everyone agrees

Florida recently asked for a special permit to let more people fish for red snapper off its Atlantic coast this year. Instead of just two days like last time, anglers could fish for 39 days if the plan gets approved. The state says it can run this program well and that more days would help local fis

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Apr 12 2026FINANCE

Why weekend crypto trading is quietly shaping Monday’s market mood

Weekends used to be quiet in finance. Now, something unusual is happening while big exchanges sleep. Crypto platforms have started hosting futures tied to gold, oil, and other traditional assets that never close. These markets now swing billions every weekend even when Wall Street is dark. Research

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