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Apr 09 2026SPORTS

Why Women’s Sports Categories Matter

The Olympics just set a clear rule: only biological females can compete in women’s events. This might sound obvious, but it’s a big deal after years of confusion. Some athletes, like U. S. soccer star Megan Rapinoe, are upset. She calls the rule unfair and claims it lacks science. But here’s the iro

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Michigan’s big business deals: Do they really pay off?

Michigan spent over $1. 8 billion helping big companies with tax breaks and cash awards since 2022. The goal? Bring jobs and investments to the state. So far, only a fraction of those promises have turned into real hiring. In 2025, just 1, 846 jobs were created by companies getting SOAR funds—far be

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Apr 09 2026BUSINESS

Print in the Digital Age: How One Company Merges Old and New

Back in the 1990s, a small print shop started in a family garage, turning out carbon copies and business forms on clunky machines. It wasn’t glamorous, but it was dependable—something companies relied on when digital spreadsheets weren’t an option. Today, that shop still exists, though now it balanc

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Apr 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI’s big moment: Should artists worry or adapt?

Tech experts keep saying AI is changing everything fast. One of them, a big name from Hollywood, calls this moment revolutionary—not just another update. He sees startups and tech giants racing to use AI in new ways. Some people worry about jobs, but he thinks the real test is how well businesses an

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Apr 08 2026SPORTS

Kayla Harrison’s tough call on weight cuts and UFC’s next move

Kayla Harrison isn’t just another fighter facing tough choices—she’s one of the best ever, and her body is telling her to stop before it’s too late. For years, she’s pushed her limits to compete in the UFC’s bantamweight division, dropping from her natural fighting weight of 145 or 155 pounds down t

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Apr 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

How AI is changing business for better and worse

Artificial intelligence isn't just about robots doing cool things anymore. It's becoming a regular part of how companies work - both for good and bad. A tech expert recently explained to a local business group how AI helps companies run smoother and faster. At the same time, it's giving scammers new

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Apr 08 2026BUSINESS

A finance chief blending tradition and fresh ideas in Napa's wine world

At 35, Kevin Johnsen runs the numbers behind California’s 10th biggest wine maker—Fior di Sole—but he sees his real job as shaping how the company grows without losing sight of its roots. He joined as finance director in 2022, became CFO a year later, and added COO in 2025. His list of responsibilit

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Apr 08 2026HEALTH

New tool helps predict breast cancer risk where healthcare is hard to reach

Breast cancer hits women in Indonesia hardest when it’s found too late. Many cases get missed because check-ups are rare in poorer or rural areas. Tools made for rich countries might not work here either, since lifestyle and genes there are different from Indonesia. A group of experts decided to te

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Apr 08 2026WEATHER

Storm Ready: Where to Hide When Tornadoes Hit SE Michigan

Southern Michigan has faced more than its share of wild weather lately. Tornado warnings have blared from phones and sirens have wailed through neighborhoods. People scramble downstairs, shove into closets, and brace for the worst. When alerts scream "danger now, " every second counts. Planning ahe

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Pilots Get the Final Word on War‑Zone Flights

Pilots should have the ultimate power to refuse flying over conflict areas, a top aviation union says. The call comes as the Iran war has turned large parts of Middle‑East airspace into danger zones, with drones and missiles disrupting routes. The union’s new stance insists that airline commander

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