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Apr 30 2026SCIENCE

Pigeons Get a Boost from Nano‑Vitamin D

White King pigeons were given water with tiny packets of vitamin D3 to see if it helped them lay better eggs and raise healthier babies. 216 pairs, all three years old, were split into four groups that received either no vitamin D3 or 1, 000, 2, 000, or 4, 000 IU per litre for 13 weeks. The middl

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Apr 30 2026FINANCE

INVL Tech’s First‑Quarter Boost and Portfolio Growth

INVl Technology, a firm that backs IT businesses, saw its net worth rise to 65. 5 million euros by the end of March 2026, up about one percent from the previous year. Each share was worth roughly 5. 47 euros, a small increase from the end of 2025. The company invested 70. 82 million euros in mana

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

Golf’s Saudi-backed league faces funding cut and leadership change

A big player in golf is stepping back as Saudi Arabia’s government investment arm reduces its role in LIV Golf. The fund’s leader, who also started the league, is leaving his position. This move follows plans to shift LIV Golf away from relying entirely on Saudi money, with talks already underway ab

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Apr 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Wildfire near Tucumcari Spreads Fast, Boosts Fire Season Concerns

A wildfire initially spotted near Tucumcari, New Mexico, grew unusually fast—swelling from 1, 500 acres to 10, 000 in less than a day, making it the biggest blaze burning in the state right now. Firefighters arrived just hours after the first signs of smoke near Highway 156 at mile marker 41, only t

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Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Spotify Stake Sale Tied to Music Giant's Stock Moves

Universal Music Group just revealed plans to sell half its Spotify shares and expand its stock buyback program. This comes after a high-profile investor argued the label was worth less than it should be. The investor’s unusual bid—valuing Universal at about €65 billion—suggested forcing a full sale

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Apr 30 2026POLITICS

Quick Look at the New Surveillance Bill Rush

A new push to extend U. S. surveillance powers moved fast this week. House leaders got just enough votes to start debating the bill after a tight two-hour vote. The change would let spy agencies keep collecting data without first asking a judge. Some lawmakers only agreed after pressure from top Rep

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Late-night shows shift gear: Colbert’s political comedy choice

The plan was simple: avoid politics, focus on fun. That’s what Stephen Colbert tried when he took over “The Late Show” in 2015. After years of sharp political satire on “The Colbert Report, ” he wanted a lighter touch. Audiences at home were tired of the same heated arguments in the news. Colbert ho

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

Parking woes at Neyland Stadium: What fans need to know about the G10 garage changes

Plans to transform the area near Neyland Stadium in Tennessee are moving ahead, but football fans who depend on parking at the G10 garage might face a tough year in 2026. The University of Tennessee is pushing forward with a $280 million project to create a mix of shops, eateries, and a condo-hotel

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Fun and culture events lighting up Arkansas this week

This weekend, Arkansas offers more than just routine weekend plans. From dance performances to music festivals, there are plenty of ways to spend time outdoors or indoors, depending on the weather and mood. One standout event is Ballet Arkansas’s "Origins, " a free contemporary ballet show. It’s no

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Apr 30 2026FINANCE

Money’s New Playground: How Blockchain is Changing Banks and Business

Ten years ago, blockchain was just tech jargon tossed around at small meetups. Now it’s rewriting the rules for banks, payments, and even stock markets. Some of the biggest names in traditional finance—banks, card companies, stock exchanges—are jumping in not because they’re excited, but because the

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