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Apr 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Chicago Eyes Waymo’s Driverless Ambitions

Waymo, the tech giant behind autonomous cars, has been quietly testing its vehicles on Chicago’s streets. The company operates 3, 000 driverless cars across ten U. S. cities but has not yet begun offering rides in the Windy City. Critics watch closely, curious how the system will perform amid Chicag

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Apr 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix adds games and shows to keep young viewers busy

Kids now have another place to play online thanks to Netflix. The streaming service recently released Netflix Playground, a free app packed with games for children under eight. Right now, the app only works in the U. S. , Canada, and Australia, but it already includes well-known characters like Pepp

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Apr 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

NVIDIA’s $2B Bet on Marvell: Why This Tech Tie-Up Could Change AI Chips

NVIDIA just dropped $2 billion into Marvell, a chipmaker specializing in custom AI hardware. This isn’t just a cash splash—it’s a strategic move to tighten their partnership in a growing fight over AI infrastructure. NVIDIA already dominates the AI chip market, but this deal helps it push competitor

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

EPA Chief Sparks Debate After Dropping Key Climate Rule

The head of the Environmental Protection Agency recently told a group of climate change doubters to "celebrate" after scrapping a major rule that had shaped federal efforts to fight global warming for over a decade. Speaking at a conference run by a conservative think tank that questions mainstream

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Apr 09 2026OPINION

Health care costs in Virginia: Who really pays the price?

Virginia's health care system is facing a quiet crisis, and most residents don't even realize the game being played with their wallets. Last year's major federal health law quietly handed corporations and wealthy shareholders huge tax breaks while leaving average families to foot the bill. The resul

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

U. N. Envoy Visits Iran to Push for Peace in the Region

A senior United Nations representative landed in Iran this week as part of a wider effort to calm tensions in the Middle East. The envoy’s trip follows rising concerns over how long the conflict might drag on without a clear solution. His mission? To listen to Iran’s views on how to wrap up the figh

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

What the U. S. and Iran Really Agreed to (And What Lebanon Got Left Out)

Late last week, two big players tried to pause their fight. The U. S. and Iran reached a small deal to stop shooting for a few days. But here’s the catch: one side thought the break included Lebanon, while the other didn’t. That mix-up shows how even tiny details can cause big problems in peace talk

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Apr 08 2026CRYPTO

South Korea tightens crypto rules after big mistake at Bithumb

South Korea’s financial watchdogs are making crypto exchanges check their records more often after a serious error at Bithumb last year. Instead of waiting a full day to update their numbers, exchanges now have to sync their digital ledgers with real assets every five minutes. This rule came after i

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Games as gateways to new music: Kojima’s quiet revolution

Hideo Kojima doesn’t just build video games—he builds bridges to culture. For years, he’s quietly slipped music, films, and art into his games, giving players a nudge toward sounds and stories they might never seek out alone. Death Stranding didn’t just drop players into a post-apocalyptic world; it

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Apr 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Hidden treasures and must-do stops in Lake Placid

Lake Placid isn’t just a winter wonderland—it’s a four-season playground tucked in the Adirondacks. The village carries the pride of hosting two Winter Olympics, but its charm goes beyond frozen tracks and ski jumps. In warmer months, the area transforms into a scenic escape with lakes, trails, and

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