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Apr 26 2026POLITICS

Could Maine handle a political outsider turning things around?

Maine isn't just dealing with high costs and weak schools – it's facing deeper issues. Over 8 years, the state budget ballooned by almost double, hitting $14. 5 billion in 2024. But while money grew, reading scores for students dropped shockingly low, with only about a quarter reading at their grade

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Apr 26 2026BUSINESS

Mini Golf by the Lighthouse Has a $5. 7M Price Tag

A famous mini golf spot on Long Beach Island is up for grabs at $5. 7 million. The course sits next to a marina, near a big lighthouse, and across from a community park. It has 36 holes and three towering waterfalls that make the game more fun. The land is right on the water with great views. Buyer

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Apr 25 2026OPINION

Living Costs Push Californians Westward

California has become expensive. Many people move away because homes, groceries, gas and taxes cost more than the national average. A recent study shows that those who leave tend to end up richer and own homes sooner than those who stay. The research from the California Policy Lab points out that

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Apr 25 2026SPORTS

Rain Pushes Tennessee‑Alabama Softball Game to Evening

The matchup between the No. 8 Lady Vols and the No. 3 Tide was originally set for 4 p. m. ET on April 25 at Sherri Parker Lee Stadium, but a heavy rain forecast moved the start to 7 p. m. The change was made to keep players safe and maintain game quality. Both squads boast elite pitching. Tennessee

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

Migrants caught in changing US entry policies

Over half a million people who entered the US legally through a mobile app are now facing uncertainty once again. The government recently tried to cancel their right to stay, but a judge blocked that move. Now officials are attempting a different approach, claiming these immigrants no longer qualify

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Apr 25 2026POLITICS

U. S. Justifies Iran Strikes as Long-Running Defense, Sparking Legal and Political Debate

The U. S. government recently argued that its military strikes against Iran weren’t a new conflict but part of an old one. According to top legal officials, these actions were taken to protect Israel and prevent Iran from gaining nuclear weapons. The strikes began in late February, killing Iran’s le

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Apr 25 2026CRIME

Tennessee joins Indiana in blocking Bitcoin ATMs over scam worries

Tennessee just made it illegal to own or run a Bitcoin ATM starting July 1. The law treats it like a minor crime, similar to simple drug possession. State leaders say those machines are too often used to trick people—especially older adults—out of their savings. In 2023, U. S. seniors lost $257 mill

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Apr 23 2026HEALTH

How TikTok Talks About Gestational Diabetes Tests

TikTok videos show many people talking about a test for gestational diabetes. The test is called the oral glucose challenge test, or OGCT. It checks how the body handles sugar during pregnancy. Some clips say the test is quick and easy. Others warn it can be uncomfortable or confusing.

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Apr 23 2026FINANCE

KKR Real Estate Finance Trust Faces First-Quarter Losses Despite Revenue

A major real estate finance company recently shared its financial results for the first three months of the year, and the numbers weren’t good. Instead of making a profit, the company lost $56. 1 million. That means it spent more money than it earned during this period. On top of that, each share of

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Apr 22 2026SPORTS

A New Look at Wednesday’s Playoff Games

The top teams in the NBA playoffs are set to clash on Wednesday, but only one of them can seize a 2‑0 series advantage. In the West, Oklahoma City thundered past Phoenix in the opening game and now carries a 17. 5‑point edge for Game 2. Their first‑round victory marked the second consecutive sweep,

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