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Apr 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Band Perry Joins a New Management Family

A fresh partnership has formed for the country trio The Band Perry, who have recently added a new song to their catalog after nearly a decade. They now partner with Borchetta Entertainment Group, a management arm that has been expanding under the leadership of music executive Scott Borchetta. The

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

The Rise of Violent Settler Attacks in the West Bank

In recent months, violence by some Israeli settlers against Palestinians has grown louder and more dangerous. This trend started to notice people after the war with Iran began, but it has been building for years. Experts say that attacks have become bigger and scarier. One researcher at a s

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Apr 02 2026OPINION

Tech Giants Push Their Own Streaming Rules—and It Could Hurt You

Big Tech isn’t just fighting over who owns Hollywood anymore. They’re quietly working behind the scenes to control how streaming actually works. Companies like Netflix, Samsung, and Meta aren’t just making shows—they’re teaming up to shape the hidden rules that decide how videos play on your phone,

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Bahamas Votes Early as Costs Climb

The Bahamas will hold a surprise vote on May 12, a full five months ahead of schedule. Prime Minister Philip Davis made the call after scrapping a sales tax on basic foods to ease the country’s sky-high living costs. The move follows a trend seen in other nations where governments slash taxes on ess

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Why Iran's Leader Wants Americans to Rethink the Conflict

Iran’s new president just took a bold step by writing directly to everyday Americans. His message? Stop believing everything you hear about Iran. In a post on a popular social media site, he argued that powerful governments often create enemies to push their own agendas. Instead of seeing Iran as a

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Apr 02 2026FINANCE

Jana Partners takes a big bet on Alkami Technology

A major investment firm just placed a big wager on a company most people don’t know much about. Jana Partners recently revealed it now owns 5. 4 million shares—worth about 5% of Alkami Technology. That’s according to a report filed with regulators on a recent Wednesday. The New York-based firm didn’

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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Unexpected Snowstorm Hits Upper Midwest, Threatening Easter Travel

The National Weather Service has warned that a sudden winter system will bring 6 to 12 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 40 mph across parts of South Dakota, Minnesota, and Michigan from Wednesday through Friday. This late‑season blizzard comes just as spring officially starts, turning roads in

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Apr 01 2026WEATHER

Rain Is Back: Easter Weather Gets a Surprise

Good morning to everyone in Columbia and the surrounding area! The big high‑pressure system over the Atlantic is still keeping a warm, moist air flow coming from the south. This means temperatures are feeling like spring and there is a chance of showers or even a small storm this afternoon, especial

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Clowns Voice Out as Schools Shift to More “Serious” Schedules

In the heart of La Paz, a parade of bright‑eyed clowns unfolded, each with paint‑stained faces and unmistakable red noses. They marched toward the Ministry of Education, not to entertain children this time but to raise their voices against a new rule that threatens their jobs. The decree, announc

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Mar 31 2026BUSINESS

Fuel Swaps and Energy Scrambles in Asia

Indonesia’s president flew to Tokyo amid a regional rush to find new fuel sources. The Middle East conflict has cut many supplies, and now countries are trading energy to keep their economies running. Jakarta is planning a deal that would bring more liquefied natural gas into Japan while sending liq

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