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Apr 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Artists of Color Set the Stage in 2024

The 2024 Coachella lineup wasn\"t just another year of music—it was proof that Black performers have shaped the festival\"s sound for good. Acts like Giveon and Kehlani didn\"t just sing songs; they turned their sets into events people still talk about months later. Davido and BIA didn\"t just perfo

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Apr 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Golf tech gets a power boost: Bryson DeChambeau joins forces with a smart AI app

Bryson DeChambeau just traded his clubs for algorithms after sealing a deal worth eight figures to take over Sportsbox AI, a Seattle company specializing in 3D motion capture that’s already making waves in golf and fitness training. The twist? He’s not just investing—he’s putting his own swing under

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Apr 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Springtime fun with a green twist in Reading

The Berks County Earth Day Festival arrives on April 18, turning Reading City Park into a hub for environmental fun. Instead of starting with the event itself, organizers kick things off at 8 a. m. with a cleanup effort. Volunteers meet at the basketball courts, rolling up sleeves to tidy up the par

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Apr 14 2026EDUCATION

New Paths in Health Studies for Ohio Students

Ohio is taking a step forward in expanding educational opportunities for students interested in health careers. A recent collaboration between two state schools is making it easier for undergrads to continue their studies without leaving Ohio. Exercise science majors at Lake Erie College can now smo

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Apr 13 2026CRYPTO

Jito Steps into Korea with New Custody Deal

Jito Foundation has inked a deal with Korean custodian KODA, aiming to bring its JitoSOL token into South Korea’s growing crypto scene. The partnership focuses on secure storage and staking options for institutional players, a move that lines up with the country’s upcoming digital‑asset rules set to

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Apr 13 2026BUSINESS

Podcast Power Play: Two Media Giants Join Forces

Money News Network (MNN) has teamed up with Entrepreneur to spread its popular business shows further. The alliance will help both companies grow their podcast audiences and boost revenue. MNN already pulls in more than 86 million downloads a year, with its listener base growing by over 100% compar

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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple Eyes New Smart‑Glasses Styles to Beat Meta

Apple is busy designing a range of smart glasses that will let users pick the look they like best. The company has reportedly made at least four different frame shapes, from a wide rectangle similar to classic Wayfarers to slimmer rectangles and both large and small oval or circular options. Each sh

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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why phones ditched old-school screens for new ones

Two decades ago, tiny OLED screens appeared on flip phones, not because they were trendy, but because they were efficient. Today, every flagship phone slides an OLED panel into its frame, and even budget models are following. The shift happened fast: by 2024, OLEDs outsold LCDs in phones, and the ga

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Apr 13 2026EDUCATION

Local groups team up to spark third-graders' interest in science and film

Basalt Elementary third-graders got a break from regular lessons last Thursday. Instead of worksheets and textbooks, they explored science through short movies. Two local groups—one focused on film, the other on science—set up stations where kids could watch clips and try small experiments. The Asp

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Apr 13 2026OPINION

Iowans Fed Up with Political Parties

Iowa isn't falling for the usual political drama. Unlike D. C. ’s endless bickering, Iowa still values real conversations over blind loyalty. People bond over corn dogs at the fair or long bike rides, not party slogans. But the state’s voting system forces independents into uncomfortable choices. Ov

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