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Apr 14 2026OPINION

Local news in New Jersey is fading—and that could hurt democracy

New Jersey is losing its local journalists faster than almost any other state. Right now, the Garden State has the fewest reporters per person in the whole country. That means fewer people showing up to city council meetings, fewer reporters digging into school budget cuts, and fewer voices keeping

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Apr 14 2026FINANCE

A hard look at the growing job gap for young people in developing nations

Experts gathering in Washington this week have more on their minds than the current Middle East conflict—even though the fighting there could slow down the world’s economy. A much bigger worry is the fact that, over the next fifteen years, developing countries will need to create 1. 2 billion jobs j

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Apr 13 2026OPINION

Reporter Rumors Spark Debate Over Gender Bias in Sports Media

"Photos of a sports journalist and an NFL coach sharing smiles at a resort have stirred a heated discussion about how women in sports reporting are viewed. The images show the reporter leaning on the coach, a scene that some people see as evidence of inappropriate closeness. Critics argue this fuels

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

When top players keep missing games, who misses out?

Joel Embiid’s string of injuries this season—appendix surgery, an oblique strain, a stress fracture in his shin, and knee trouble—has limited him to 38 games, a sharp drop from his usual dominance. The Philadelphia 76ers, who rallied around him in past playoffs, now face another shot without their s

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Apr 11 2026CRIME

How a Writer Turns Crime into TV Drama

A journalist discovered the spark for his newest book while on a television set, where a talk about an obscure London incident opened up a deeper look into the city’s shadowy money routes. He spent months digging into records and talking to people close to the case, then persuaded the relatives t

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

The calm golfer with Swedish roots

Ludvig Åberg’s journey from a small Swedish town to golf’s global stage is more than just a sports story. It’s a tale of quiet determination shaped by an unassuming upbringing. Born in Eslöv in 1999, he grew up in southern Sweden, where golf wasn’t his only focus—education mattered too. Sweden’s app

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Apr 11 2026SPORTS

Jordan Spieth: The American Golfer with European Roots and Strong Faith

Jordan Spieth, born in 1993 in Dallas, Texas, stands out in professional golf not just for his skills but also for his background. Unlike many athletes who keep their personal lives private, Spieth’s heritage and beliefs often come up in discussions about him. His family moved from Pennsylvania to T

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Apr 10 2026BUSINESS

Disney's Marketing Shift: Big Changes Ahead with Hundreds of Layoffs

The entertainment world is buzzing as Disney prepares major changes under new leadership. Reports suggest the company plans to cut about 1, 000 jobs in its marketing department. This move comes as part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at modernizing operations. Disney's marketing teams are o

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Apr 10 2026SPORTS

From Sportswriter to Pitcher: A Rookie’s Journey to the Big Leagues

Duncan Davitt’s story isn’t about starting at the bottom—it’s about switching careers mid-game. A week ago, he was covering high school volleyball games for his family’s small-town newspaper in Indianola, Iowa. Today, he’s warming up in a Chicago White Sox uniform, preparing for his Major League Bas

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Sony’s Big Move: Less Variety, More Pressure

Sony isn’t playing it safe anymore. Instead of mixing small bets across different areas, the company is putting almost everything into proven winners. Spider-Man movies, for instance, keep bringing in huge crowds and profits. Now, Sony’s taking that same approach to anime, games, and even online sho

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