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Apr 04 2026POLITICS

Reality Star Shakes Up LA Mayor Race

Spencer Pratt, once known for his reality TV antics, has surged into second place in a recent poll for the Los Angeles mayoral race. The new survey from UCLA’s Luskin School of Public Affairs shows the incumbent, Karen Bass, leading with 25% support. Pratt follows closely with 11%, pushing a celebri

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Apr 04 2026EDUCATION

New President Search Reaches Final Stage at University of Montana

The search for the next president of the University of Montana has narrowed down to one finalist, Jeremiah Shinn. He currently serves as interim president at Boise State University and will visit Missoula on April 6 and 7. During his trip, Shinn is set to meet with faculty, staff, students, and c

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Apr 03 2026CRYPTO

Big Banks and Crypto Firms Now Work Together. Here’s Why It Matters.

SoFi, best known for online loans and student refinancing, quietly launched a platform where big companies can handle both regular money and cryptocurrency in one place. Businesses can deposit cash, send payments, and settle trades anytime without jumping between a bank, a custody service, or a cryp

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Apr 02 2026BUSINESS

Family Roots, Science Drinks

'In a quiet Slovak village at the close of 2000, a simple dinner conversation sparked an idea that would grow into a company. Ivan Ducko and his father discussed how aging changed the body’s reaction to alcohol, and that led to a plan: create a drink that helps people recover after drinking. The goa

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Apr 02 2026SCIENCE

Tonight’s Sky: Moonlight and a Space Mission

A busy night in Alabama’s sky is coming up. Two big events will share the evening stage. First, NASA is preparing to launch a major space mission. The Artemis II rocket is set to blast off from Florida at 5:24 p. m. CDT. Weather experts say there’s an 80% chance the launch will go smoothly. Clear sk

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Mar 31 2026BUSINESS

When Chaos Comes, Leaders Must Speak Clearly

In times when everything feels shaky, leaders have a bigger job than before. They must decide fast and give people a sense of steadiness, but their words can be misread. A quick call to action that is meant to focus a team might feel like extra pressure. Tightening checks on work can reduce risk but

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Mar 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Studio82: A New Home for Fresh TV Ideas

Jenny Daly, who once led the production of shows like American Ninja Warrior, has stepped into a new role as founder and CEO of Studio82. The company will create both unscripted and scripted series, with a special focus on projects for well‑known creators and celebrities. It also plans to launch a d

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Mar 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Trump Boosts Tech Team with New Co‑Chair

The President has added David Sacks, known for his work on AI and cryptocurrency, to lead the new Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. The council was created by an executive order this week to bring top scientists and tech leaders together and guide national policy. Sacks will now work wi

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

Tech Giants Team Up With Trump on New Science Council

The U. S. President has set up a new advisory board that brings together leaders from the worlds of crypto, blockchain, artificial intelligence and other high‑tech sectors. The council was revived in January 2025 by an executive order and will soon include up to 24 experts. Among the first hires

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Mar 26 2026POLITICS

Short‑Term Rentals in New Franklin: A New Rule and Mixed Feelings

New Franklin City Council has just passed a new rule about renting homes for less than 30 days. The law says that any such rental must be at least 300 feet away from another short‑term rental. The vote was close, with four council members in favor and three against. The rule was debated for months.

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