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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Oil Money and the Broken Promise in Alaska

In Alaska, people have long asked oil companies to share more of the money they make. Each time a new bill is introduced, the same argument pops up: “If we tax you, you’ll leave. ” The companies say this and the politicians often listen. The claim is simple and scary. If taxes rise, oil firms wil

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Apr 02 2026SCIENCE

Music Training and Brain Skills: What Happens When You Learn an Instrument

Learning an instrument does more than help you play songs. Research shows it sharpens how the brain handles sights and sounds together. Musicians often spot mismatches between what they hear and see faster than non-musicians. This isn’t just about music—it affects how they read emotions and process

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Apr 02 2026CRYPTO

A $80 Million Gamble on Bitcoin and Oil Prices

A single trader just made a bold $80 million bet that Bitcoin will fall while oil prices will rise. This trader used Hyperliquid, a decentralized exchange, to take a huge short position on Bitcoin and a long position on Brent crude oil. The bet relies on a 7x leveraged contract, meaning small price

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Mar 31 2026BUSINESS

Helping Small Businesses Grow: JPMorgan’s New Plan

JPMorgan Chase has rolled out a new program aimed at boosting small businesses across the United States. The initiative focuses on giving these companies more money, better advice, and extra services to help them expand. The bank’s chief of business banking says it wants to lift the number of small

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Mar 31 2026POLITICS

Russian Vessels Keep Sailing Past UK Waters Despite New Threat

A week after Britain’s Prime Minister told the armed forces it could board Russian ships that violate sanctions, data shows at least 25 of those vessels still travel through UK coastal waters. The move was meant to push the ships onto longer routes, but the numbers have not dropped. The UK has list

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Mar 31 2026LIFESTYLE

Clear Aligners: Straight Teeth Without Braces

Many people dream of a perfect smile but stop short because traditional braces feel pricey and inconvenient. New clear aligners give a simple, budget‑friendly alternative that fits into everyday life instead of forcing you to change it. These trays are custom made, almost invisible, and they work by

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Mar 31 2026TECHNOLOGY

What older adults in China really think about food delivery for seniors

Food delivery apps aren't just for college students or busy workers anymore. In China, more companies are pushing these services as a way to help older people who need meals brought to their door. But do seniors actually want this kind of help? Research says maybe not as much as we think. Many older

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Mar 30 2026POLITICS

South Korea Eyes Driving Limits as Oil Prices Rise

South Korea is mulling a nationwide rule that would restrict car use if oil costs climb beyond current levels. The idea is to curb energy demand amid worries that the U. S. -Israel conflict could tighten supplies from the Middle East. The government would look at expanding a pilot program that alrea

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Mar 29 2026WEATHER

Sunrise in the Mid‑Forties, Rain on the Horizon

The day starts cool. Temperatures hover in the low 40s during the morning. Winds from the south move at about 10 to 15 miles per hour, with occasional gusts reaching 25. These breezes will lift the heat as the day progresses. By afternoon, expect warmth in the upper 60s to low 70s, even though cloud

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Mar 29 2026POLITICS

Who Will Lead the Next U. S. ? Vance or Rubio?

In Washington, a war in Iran is shaking the future of two top Trump aides. The fight over the country’s nuclear program and oil lanes is also a political battlefield for Vice President J. D. Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, both seen as possible presidents in 2028. Vance is careful. He dou

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