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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Reno’s Small Shops Face a Credit Card Crunch

The growth of Northern Nevada has been driven by local inventiveness and the ability to reach customers quickly. But a new federal bill could slow that progress. The Credit Card Competition Act would change the rules for how card payments are routed. Supporters say it will cut fees, but experts war

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Apr 04 2026HEALTH

Norway’s Secret to Living Long and Happy

Norway may not be the first place people think of when they hear about long life, but it holds many clues to staying healthy and joyful. Scientists have found that the country’s people enjoy high levels of happiness, long lives, and a good quality of life with fewer illnesses. One key habit is

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Apr 04 2026LIFESTYLE

DFW’s Centurion Lounge gets a fresh update

Travelers passing through Dallas-Fort Worth Airport soon won’t recognize the city’s American Express Centurion Lounge. The space is scheduled for a major refresh, giving fliers a chance to enjoy upgraded comforts before their flights. Upgrades like these matter because DFW serves as a key travel hub

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Apr 04 2026EDUCATION

A Parent’s Take on Running for School Board

Ryan Towner isn’t just another name on the ballot for Jefferson City’s school board—he’s a dad with four kids in local elementary schools and a lifelong resident. His campaign isn’t about flashy promises but about rolling up his sleeves to tackle real challenges schools face. With three seats open,

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

College sports face new rules – but do presidents have the power to change them?

A recent order claims to set limits on how long college athletes can play and when they can transfer between schools. It also pushes for more protection of women’s sports funding and stricter rules against payments to athletes for their name and fame. The order arrives at a time when college sports

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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

New rules aim to reshape college sports funding and fairness

The federal government is stepping in to set clearer guidelines for college sports, especially where money and fairness collide. A new order pushes agencies to review and tighten rules around athlete transfers, eligibility, and compensation. The goal? To stop questionable financial deals—like paymen

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Apr 04 2026SPORTS

College athletes face new rules on playing time and transfers

A new rule change is coming for college athletes, and it could shake up sports programs across the country. The order limits players to just five years of eligibility within a five-year span. It also restricts transfers, letting athletes switch teams only once without losing a year of play. Schools

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Apr 04 2026CRIME

Two Tragic Shootings Show Bronx Struggles

The Bronx ended up with two deadly nights in a row. First, a 22-year-old man named Ricardo Bygrave died after a fight outside a local deli. Witnesses claimed he argued with someone, then exchanged punches before a gunman pulled out a weapon and fired twice. The shooter fled on an e-bike, still unkno

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Worcester’s Apartment Plan Gets a New Deadline

The city’s planning board decided to push back the review of a request for more time on a downtown apartment project. The developer, HHM Cube from Springfield, asked for extra days to lock in funding, finish the building drawings, and file a permit. Instead of hearing about it on April 1, the

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Correction Notice on a Study About Lung Cancer Drug Costs

The Italian research team has released an update to their earlier work that examined how affordable the drug osimertinib is for patients with a specific type of lung cancer. The original paper, published in the December 2025 issue of ESMO Real World Data and Digital Oncology, used real‑world patient

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