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Apr 04 2026BUSINESS

Two Brothers, One Beer, and a Golf Course – A Fresh Twist on Sports Sponsorships

A beer brand from Columbus, Ohio is stepping onto the green ahead of golf’s biggest showdown. Garage Beer, founded by NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, recently teamed up with Malbon Golf, a company blending golf fashion with streetwear culture. Their goal isn’t just selling a drink – it’s about kee

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Apr 03 2026POLITICS

Worcester’s Apartment Plan Gets a New Deadline

The city’s planning board decided to push back the review of a request for more time on a downtown apartment project. The developer, HHM Cube from Springfield, asked for extra days to lock in funding, finish the building drawings, and file a permit. Instead of hearing about it on April 1, the

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Real Madrid Move for Enzo Fernandez: What the Future Holds

Enzo Fernandez’s next steps are a hot topic, especially after his team lost to PSG. Fans and pundits alike wonder if the Argentine midfielder will join Real Madrid, but several factors make it unclear. Fernandez has hinted at a desire to play for the Spanish club, but his current club, Chelsea, i

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Youth Sports Champion: LA84’s New Play Push

The 1984 Los Angeles Olympics left a lasting gift: the LA84 Foundation. It started with $93 million in profits and now gives more than $250 million to youth sports groups in Southern California. Last Thursday, the foundation held its eighth Play Equity Summit. The goal: fix the problems tha

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Apr 03 2026HEALTH

Plastic Additive Linked to Millions of Early Births

Di‑2‑ethylhexylphthalate, a chemical that softens plastic, may be behind almost two million preterm births each year. A study by researchers in New York used data from 200 countries to estimate that 1. 97 million premature deliveries in 2018 were connected to mothers exposed to this substance, about

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Apr 03 2026ENVIRONMENT

Gardening: A Journey Through Time, Science and Community

When people step into a garden, they often see only flowers and vegetables. Yet behind every sprout lies a story of discovery that stretches back to ancient times. Early humans experimented with plants, learning which could feed them or heal wounds. This trial‑and‑error period was not painless; man

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Elliot Cadeau’s quick recovery sets Michigan up for Final Four showdown

The Wolverines’ chance to shine at the Final Four almost got derailed before they even arrived. Point guard Elliot Cadeau, a key player from New Jersey, faced a sudden health hiccup just as the team prepared to board the bus to Indianapolis. Doctors stepped in fast after he reacted badly to somethin

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

Solar Plant Faces Heat Over Safety Concerns and Unpaid Bills

A solar panel factory in South Carolina is under scrutiny after a wave of emergency calls raised questions about workplace safety. Lawmakers recently asked the state labor department to dig deeper into 13 reported incidents over the past year where employees needed medical attention. Many calls invo

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Apr 03 2026SPORTS

Why NBA Players Feel Trapped Between Free Speech and Team Rules

The NBA’s competitive world often clashes with modern conversations about freedom of expression. When the Chicago Bulls cut guard Jaden Ivey in late March, the move wasn’t just about basketball—it sparked debates on whether players can truly share their thoughts without consequences. Ivey, a promisi

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Apr 03 2026BUSINESS

A Quiet Exit for a Controversial Apple Fitness Leader

Jay Blahnik, who helped shape Apple’s fitness tech for over a decade, is stepping down this summer. His departure follows years of complaints about his management style, including claims of verbal abuse and inappropriate behavior. The news comes just as Apple’s Fitness+ service faces scrutiny over i

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