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Apr 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Fertiliser Crunch Threatens Global Food Supplies

The war near Iran has messed with fertiliser supplies, and that’s bad news for poorer countries that can’t easily swap suppliers. About a third of the world’s nitrogen fertiliser usually moves through the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway where ships are getting delayed or rerouted. Since many far

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Apr 15 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin’s stuck near $74K after hitting a wall at $76K

Bitcoin tried to push past $76, 000 today but crashed back down under $74, 000. For two months, that $76K mark has been like a locked door—every time the price gets close, it bounces back down. Even though Bitcoin ended up 1. 3% higher than yesterday, it never really broke free. Ether had a similar

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Apr 15 2026CRYPTO

Kraken’s quiet move toward going public

A major crypto platform called Kraken may soon trade on Wall Street. Its leaders have quietly asked regulators for permission to sell shares to the public. This step comes after years of building a bridge between risky digital currencies and regular trading tools. Kraken made big promises when it r

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Why keeping old medical habits can sometimes do more harm than good

Doctors have been debating for over 25 years whether strapping injured spines in place actually helps patients or just adds unnecessary risk. New guidelines keep showing the same thing: forcing people to stay still with their necks locked in hard collars often does more damage than leaving them alon

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Apr 15 2026CRIME

Ohio Slaps Prediction Market Platform with Big Fine for Unlicensed Gaming

Ohio regulators hit Kalshi, a popular online prediction market, with a $5 million fine for running sports bets without a proper license. The state’s gambling watchdog announced the penalty in mid-April, calling out the company for ignoring rules that took effect in early 2023. Since then, Ohio has r

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Presidential Powers Under the Spotlight

Presidents now have powers that look more like royal privileges than democratic tools. Two key abilities stand out: they can pardon anyone without limits, and recent court rulings say they can’t be prosecuted for official actions. These powers weren’t always this broad. The pardon tool was meant for

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Apr 15 2026EDUCATION

From Classroom to Career: One Student’s Hands-On Journey

Ryan Gebhardt, a senior at Sterling High School, has earned the title of Student of the Month for March. While many students juggle classes and after-school activities, Ryan stands out for blending real-world learning with academic goals. Instead of just reading about business, he took the leap into

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Apr 15 2026FINANCE

Zambia’s Fuel Tax Pause: A $100 Million Gap in Public Funds

Zambia recently chose to pause fuel taxes for three months to protect drivers from rising oil prices caused by regional conflicts. The move will cost the government around $100 million in lost revenue, adding pressure to an already tight budget. Finance officials admit the decision leaves fewer fund

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Apr 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

Piping plovers in Michigan: How to enjoy them without disturbing their comeback

Experts say the Great Lakes piping plover—those tiny, sand-colored shorebirds—are making a slow but steady recovery after nearly disappearing decades ago. But their comeback story depends on people following simple but strict rules. When walking Michigan beaches this season, hikers need to watch fo

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Apr 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Making sure your phone notifies you about dangerous weather

Last week in Southern Minnesota, storms caused real damage—trees were uprooted and roads became hazardous. While many people received urgent alerts on their phones, some missed them entirely. This happens not because cell towers fail, but because phones sometimes have important warning settings turn

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