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Apr 07 2026SPORTS

From Gridiron to Wall Street: A Quarterback’s New Playbook

Fernando Mendoza, a former Heisman winner and rising NFL star, completed his business studies at UC‑Berkeley’s Haas School of Business in just three years. He used earnings from his name, image and likeness deals to cover tuition for the final semester, showing early that money can be a tool when us

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Tax Talk: Democrats, Dollars and Dilemmas

The debate inside the Democratic Party is heating up around a simple question: who should pay taxes and how much? A growing number of hopefuls for 2026 state races and the 2028 presidential race are offering tax‑cut plans that sound appealing to voters who feel stretched by rising costs. Senat

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Pain Relief from Your Grocery Cart

Chronic pain affects many people every day. Doctors often give pills that only hide the symptoms and can cause new problems. A growing body of research shows that certain foods can calm the inflammation that fuels pain, sometimes matching the effect of common pain medicines without the side effects.

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Threat to Iran Sparks War‑Crime Debate

A recent press briefing saw President Trump promise to destroy Iran’s bridges and power plants, a statement that has drawn sharp criticism from military law experts. They argue the threat could violate international rules that protect civilian infrastructure during conflict. The president set a dea

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Apr 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

China Steps Up Energy Push While Middle East Tensions Rise

China’s leader Xi Jinping wants the country to build a stronger energy system fast. The push comes as conflicts in the Middle East shake up global fuel supplies. China isn’t talking much about the war itself but wants to make sure its power stays steady no matter what happens abroad. Xi didn’t ment

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Apr 07 2026HEALTH

Online health advice: when guesses beat facts

Many influencers now push quick-fix chemicals sold through short videos rather than proven medicines backed by mountains of research. One doctor reports seeing patients who trust glowing testimonials over decades of clinical trials. A common example is peptides—tiny proteins—hyped online as youth se

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Does the US president risk breaking the rules of war with threats against Iran?

President Trump’s latest posts on Truth Social demand Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face the destruction of its bridges, power plants, and desalination facilities by Tuesday. The message includes insults calling Iranian leaders “animals” and boasts about sending the country “back to the Stone

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Apr 07 2026POLITICS

Political Leaders React to Iran Threats

Political figures from both sides criticized the president earlier this week after a social media post threatened to attack Iranian infrastructure. The message suggested major strikes on bridges and power plants if Iran did not reopen a key shipping route by a set deadline. One senator called the an

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Apr 06 2026OPINION

Colorado Faces Clash Between State Law and School Sports Rules

The state’s anti‑discrimination law is putting school sports programs in a tough spot. A federal rule, Title IX, says girls and women must have equal chances to play sports. Colorado’s law says everyone should be treated the same, no matter gender identity. Last month, a federal office said

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Trump Threatens Iran Over Strait

President Trump warned that if Iran does not open the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday, U. S. forces will attack its power plants and bridges. The statement came after American soldiers rescued a wounded pilot whose aircraft was shot down by Iran. Iran responded by striking oil and water facilities

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