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Apr 09 2026FINANCE

South Korea tightens crypto withdrawal rules to fight fast scams

South Korea now forces all crypto platforms to pause withdrawals the same way. The government stepped in after scammers kept tricking people into speedy transfers. Before, each exchange set its own quick-withdrawal loopholes, giving criminals a playbook to exploit. Now the system locks changes in pl

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

UCLA Women’s Hoops Team Steals the Show at LA Game

A few nights after hoisting their first-ever NCAA title, the UCLA women’s basketball squad pulled off another kind of win—one even louder than their championship run. While the visiting Oklahoma City Thunder were busy blowing out the Lakers 123–87, the Bruins stepped onto Crypto. com Arena’s floor l

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

What to expect from the weather at Augusta during Masters week

The Masters is just days away, and the weather looks set to play nice for the tournament. After three days of practice rounds and the Par 3 Contest, the course is ready. But will the good weather stick around? Thursday, the first round starts early at 7:25 a. m. Expect cool air around 45°F with a b

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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

Smokies pull off last-second win in Knoxville

Knoxville fans saw a game full of frustration before the Smokies turned things around in the final inning on April 8. The team had spent much of the night feeling unlucky, especially after a messy eighth inning where umpires made controversial calls and a key groundout ended in a broken bat. By the

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Why US sanctions on Cuba could be a violation of international law

In recent years, the US has tightened its grip on Cuba through economic measures that go beyond just trade restrictions. These policies cut off essential oil supplies, which power most of Cuba’s electricity—including hospitals. Without fuel, blackouts worsen, surgeries get delayed, and life-saving t

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Apr 08 2026SPORTS

Sveindís Jónsdóttir Shines as Angel City FC’s March Hero

Angel City FC kicked off their season without a single loss in March, a rare feat in the NWSL. Their secret weapon? Icelandic striker Sveindís Jónsdóttir, whose sharp performances earned her a historic MVP title. She became the first player to claim Sports Illustrated’s new monthly NWSL award, desig

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Apr 08 2026EDUCATION

Connecting Local Schools to Global Science with a Local Teacher’s Big Opportunity

A science teacher from Ottawa, Illinois, will spend part of his summer rubbing shoulders with some of the brightest minds in physics. Dan Fitzpatrick, who teaches at St. Bede Academy, has earned a spot in an elite program run by CERN, the famous research center in Switzerland. Out of thousands of ap

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Apr 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind Netflix's Latest Crime Series: Behind the Scenes of Scarpetta

A new crime thriller on a major streaming service has arrived, featuring a familiar cast and a story split between two timelines. The show follows Dr. Scarpetta, a forensic pathologist, with two actresses portraying her at different ages. Nicole Kidman takes on the role of the older Scarpetta, while

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Apr 08 2026SPORTS

How young hockey players get better support in the USHL system

The USHL just made big changes to how it helps young hockey players grow both on and off the ice. Starting now, all 16 teams in the league will follow the same set of rules to support players. This includes help with travel costs, extra schooling, and money back for serious training or injuries that

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Apr 08 2026POLITICS

Elyria narrows Oberlin Road to ease traffic

Elyria is reshaping Oberlin Road to cut congestion. The city council just approved turning four lanes into three, adding bike paths and a left-turn lane. Most of the $812, 000 cost comes from outside grants, so local taxes won’t cover it. Engineers say fewer lanes will actually move cars faster by m

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