SCIENCE

Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Brown-Forman’s Partnership Plans Fizzle Out

A year ago, talks about a potential merger between Brown-Forman and Pernod Ricard seemed promising. Both companies admitted there was real potential in joining forces. Yet after months of back-and-forth, they decided to walk away. The main issue wasn’t one-sided—both sides agreed the deal wasn’t wor

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Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Seagate's Stock Surge: What’s Driving the Sudden Optimism?

Seagate Technology just dropped earnings that left Wall Street stunned. The company reported $3. 11 billion in revenue for Q3 2026, beating expectations by over 5%. Profits per share hit $4. 10, smashing estimates by 17%. Even better, management predicted next quarter’s revenue could hit $3. 45 bill

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Apr 30 2026WEATHER

California’s Summer: What to Expect When Weather Forecasts Can’t Be Sure

California’s summer weather for June to August looks set to lean warmer than usual, but don’t expect a clear trend in rain. The National Weather Service’s latest outlook calls it “equal chances” for precipitation, meaning anything—from dry patches to sudden downpours—could happen. The forecast relie

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Apr 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Planned burns aim to help Ottawa County parks thrive

Ottawa County parks will see controlled fires over three days next month as part of efforts to keep natural areas healthy. Teams will burn small sections at three parks from May 1 to 3, but only if weather conditions cooperate. If winds are too strong or humidity too low, the work gets postponed. Th

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

When baseball gets rained out – here’s what happened to the Astros vs. Orioles matchup

The Houston Astros and Baltimore Orioles had their planned midweek game scrubbed after heavy rain forced officials to tuck away the field tarp and cancel the event roughly four hours before first pitch. Weather reports showed storms lingering through the afternoon, so managers decided it was safer—a

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Apr 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Wildfire near Tucumcari Spreads Fast, Boosts Fire Season Concerns

A wildfire initially spotted near Tucumcari, New Mexico, grew unusually fast—swelling from 1, 500 acres to 10, 000 in less than a day, making it the biggest blaze burning in the state right now. Firefighters arrived just hours after the first signs of smoke near Highway 156 at mile marker 41, only t

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Apr 30 2026WEATHER

Snow can\'t fix Colorado\'s deep drought

Colorado\'s mountains might get up to a foot of fresh snow this week, but experts warn it won\'t solve the state\'s growing water crisis. After a brutal winter with little snow and extreme heat, recent storms have brought only brief relief. Weather teams confirm the incoming storm will dump several

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Apr 30 2026FINANCE

Align Tech Shows Strong Start to 2024 with Smart Moves

The company behind popular teeth-straightening tech just posted better-than-expected earnings for the first three months of the year. While some worry about slow patient visits in dentistry, this business still managed to beat profit and revenue predictions. It also plans to spend $200 million buyin

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Apr 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

The rise and fall of a forgotten tech star

Back in the late 90s, a bulky but reliable plug took over creative workspaces. FireWire looked clunky compared to USB, but it worked effortlessly—no messy driver installs, no guesswork. Musicians, video editors, and even Mac users relied on it to move data fast. While USB struggled with simple tasks

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Apr 30 2026LIFESTYLE

Miami’s Newest Luxury Tower Lets You Park Your Car Inside Your Apartment

A 61-story skyscraper rising in Sunny Isles Beach will soon let residents roll their cars straight into their homes—no parking lot needed. The Bentley Residences, a joint project between Bentley Motors and a local developer, will use a special elevator called the Dezervator to lift cars up to privat

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