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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Favorite Phrase About Iran Doesn’t Really Mean Much

The phrase "ahead of schedule" has become the go-to line for those backing recent actions against Iran. Politicians and officials repeat it often, but what does it actually mean? When pressed, leaders adjust their wording slightly—sometimes it’s "ahead of schedule, " other times "on plan" or "on pac

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Voices, Power, and the Price of Silence

Some people say you shouldn’t mix politics with fun things like music or puzzles. But history shows that when famous faces speak up, they often light a path through dark times. Think of Billie Holiday, whose song about injustice became a weapon against oppression. Even though she was dying, authorit

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Who Pays the Price for Iran?

A pair of new attack ads is putting pressure on two Republican lawmakers over their support for the recent military engagement in Iran. One ad targets a Wisconsin congressman who won by a narrow margin last cycle, while the other focuses on a Maine senator facing an uphill battle in her next electio

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Apr 02 2026SPORTS

Get Extra Cash for Knicks vs. Grizzlies Betting

Sports betting sites often push big bonuses to grab new users, and BetMGM’s latest deal fits that pattern. By using the code NYPDM1500, new players can boost their first deposit by 20%, up to $1, 500 in bonus money—enough to cover multiple bets on tonight’s Knicks vs. Grizzlies game. The catch? You’

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Apr 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

North Korea’s Crypto Heist: A Sneaky Software Attack Hits U. S. Companies

North Korean hackers infiltrated a widely used software tool, Axios, and slipped malicious code into it for several hours on Tuesday. The attackers gained control of a developer’s account and pushed bad updates to any business that pulled the package during that brief window. Companies across health

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Apr 01 2026OPINION

War Costs: Why the Numbers Keep Rising

The U. S. has a history of underestimating military expenses, and this pattern repeats in the current Middle East conflict. In 2002, officials predicted a $50 billion price tag for Iraq—yet the war cost taxpayers over $3 trillion. Now, a new campaign is launched with the same low estimate, raising d

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Apr 01 2026EDUCATION

Community April: A Month of Support and Action

The Safe Place and Rape Crisis Center (SPARCC) is launching a full‑month program to mark Sexual Assault Awareness Month in April. Their plan mixes learning, outreach and chances for the public to back survivors. Instead of waiting for a single event, SPARCC has lined up weekly activities that spa

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Apr 01 2026SPORTS

Rockingham Speedway’s Big Race Weekend: What to Know and Who’s Competing

This weekend, Rockingham Speedway hosts a full slate of NASCAR action starting early on Friday with practice and qualifying. Fans can enter the gates and Fan Zone from 10:30 a. m. , with the main Truck Series race kicking off at 4:30 p. m. The next day ramps up earlier, with an ARCA Menards Series E

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Apr 01 2026ENVIRONMENT

Virginia’s Waterfront Gets a Smart Upgrade

Most people in Virginia don’t realize how much their daily lives rely on the water right outside their doors. Over half the state’s population lives near rivers, bays, or the ocean, meaning tides, fishing spots, and flood risks shape their routines more than they might think. Soon, a new set of tool

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Mar 31 2026BUSINESS

UK regulator launches probe into Microsoft’s business software

The UK competition watchdog has opened a new investigation into how Microsoft sells its office tools to companies. The probe, called an SMS investigation, will look at how the firm licenses software like Windows, Word, Excel and Teams. More than half a million UK firms and government bodies re

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