Alaska’s veteran groups rely heavily on pull-tab games to fund their work, from fixing up buildings to hosting community events. These paper-based games have been the backbone of their income for years. But times have changed. Most people now handle their money, shopping, and social lives through ap
Two biotech firms are trying to cash in on investor excitement around obesity drugs and disease-detecting technology. One company wants $533 million to develop weight-loss treatments, while another seeks $159 million to expand its diagnostic tools. Both plan to sell shares to the public soon, hoping
Midterm elections often feel like a referendum on the current president, and 2026 might not be any different. Poll watchers are noticing a shift in four Senate races that could shake up the usual assumptions. While the math still favors Republicans keeping their majority, the playing field just got
Tinley Park has drafted a new budget that shows a small surplus for next year. The plan expects about $2. 18 million more in money than it spends by the end of fiscal 2027. The village will spend roughly $82 million next year, up from last year, while revenue is projected to reach about $84 milli
The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission has given new guidance that lets some crypto trading apps avoid the usual broker‑dealer registration. The rule only applies to “user interfaces” that help people send orders with self‑custodial wallets, not to firms that actually trade or advise. To quali
The U. S. has long been a keeper of public records, letting citizens look back at government actions. People can request files through freedom‑of‑information laws and courts have upheld that right. In past decades, archives grew with paper piles and digital snapshots of former presidents. Even on
Physical activity is increasingly seen as a key factor that could influence how well cancer patients cope with treatment and recover. Researchers want to know if staying active can reduce side effects, lower the chance of cancer returning, and prevent other health problems. To study this, scientists
President Trump warned that gasoline costs may not ease before the November midterms, a claim that could hurt Republican chances. He had earlier called the recent price jump—triggered by conflict in Iran—a temporary spike that would fade quickly. Now he admits the numbers might stay flat or ev
The city plans a new supermarket in the heart of East Harlem, aiming to give residents cheaper food and fresh choices. The project will cost about $30 million and uses the existing La Marqueta site, a former marketplace beneath train tracks. City officials said they will finish construction before t
The global stock market reacted sharply after President Donald Trump announced a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, heightening fears that oil supplies could be cut off. Brent crude climbed 7. 3 percent, reaching just above $102 a barrel, as traders worried about the impact on energy flo
