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Apr 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft fixes confusing AI rules after users call it out

Microsoft just changed how it talks about its Copilot AI after people noticed a strange phrase in the rules. The company used to say Copilot is "for entertainment purposes only, " which sounded like it was just a fun toy. But Microsoft actually sells Copilot as a serious tool for work. Now, after us

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Oracle's fresh financial face and the tangled web of layoffs, growth, and stock moves

Oracle just hired Hilary Maxson as its new finance boss, stepping in on April 6, 2026. She’s taking over from Doug Kehring, who helped steer the company through big changes in the past half year. Maxson comes with experience in industrial, software, and cloud worlds—areas where smart spending and st

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Apr 07 2026WEATHER

Rain check on the way for Sonoma County this week

Spring in Northern California doesn’t usually bring much rain, but this week could buck that trend. Forecasts suggest a short spell of wet weather is heading to Sonoma County and the wider Bay Area starting Wednesday night. Rainfall is expected to stick around until Friday morning, bringing small bu

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Apr 07 2026CRIME

Tax scams spike as filing day gets closer

As April approaches, crooks are getting bolder about stealing refunds before honest taxpayers can. Instead of breaking into mailboxes or hacking bank accounts, they’re now hijacking Social Security numbers to file fake tax returns and grab refunds. What’s especially sneaky is that the real owner mig

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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 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Sports Illustrated changes game plan with fresh ideas

Sports Illustrated was once the go-to spot for sports fans who loved flipping through glossy pages. But like many old-school media brands, it hit tough times when digital took over. After losing many readers and dealing with messy business changes, the magazine faced a real challenge: how could it s

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Apr 07 2026BUSINESS

Russian grain ship rescued after fire at sea

Early last week, a cargo ship loaded with wheat came under attack in the Sea of Azov. Ukrainian drones reportedly struck the vessel, setting it ablaze and causing it to sink partially. The event was caught on video, showing thick smoke rising from the stricken ship. Rescue crews later found it and t

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Apr 07 2026CRIME

Hitman Hired? More Like a Trap Set

In a strange twist, a man tried to pay someone to kill his business partner and the partner’s girlfriend. The catch? The "hitman" was actually working with the ATF. For about seven days, this man, Xin Guang Guo, followed through with plans that included handing over details about the targets, like t

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Apr 07 2026BUSINESS

Starting smart beats rushing in for new business owners

Many new owners rush to launch without planning, believing speed beats strategy. The push to "just start" comes from the idea that hesitation kills momentum. Yet without clear direction, these businesses end up chasing every passing trend instead of building something meaningful. Their marketing zig

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