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Apr 13 2026TECHNOLOGY

Why phones ditched old-school screens for new ones

Two decades ago, tiny OLED screens appeared on flip phones, not because they were trendy, but because they were efficient. Today, every flagship phone slides an OLED panel into its frame, and even budget models are following. The shift happened fast: by 2024, OLEDs outsold LCDs in phones, and the ga

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Dabble's $10 bonus for Knicks vs. Hornets game

The NBA season wraps up with 15 games on the last day, including a matchup between the New York Knicks and the Charlotte Hornets. Basketball fans who enjoy fantasy sports can get a $10 sign-up bonus from Dabble Fantasy, no special code needed. Just follow their link and the money appears in your acc

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Apr 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Puzzle Challenge: Cracking Today’s Sports-Themed Word Groups

A new day means another round of word puzzles, this time with a sports twist. The latest challenge throws players into four different categories, each hiding a sneaky connection. Some groups rely on familiar phrases, while others twist common words into unexpected meanings. The game tests more than

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Apr 13 2026SPORTS

Sports roundup: How local teams performed last weekend

Baseball saw some big wins last Saturday. Bay Port crushed De Pere in two straight games, scoring nine runs in the first match and five in the second. Pitcher Quinn Boeckman held his own early on, while Parker Broehm and Ethan Hawley stepped up later. Meanwhile, Notre Dame completely shut out Green

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Apr 13 2026FINANCE

Small Spends, Big Happiness in Retirement

Retirement isn’t just about saving every penny but enjoying the freedom that comes with it. Many retirees struggle not with money, but with guilt over small treats. A coffee and a book at a café might seem trivial, but it’s one of life’s simple joys. Research shows small, regular expenses rarely hur

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Apr 13 2026LIFESTYLE

Why our bodies never seem to match our expectations — and why that’s okay

Growing up surrounded by sisters often means noticing differences more than similarities. One of those differences was how their bodies looked compared to mine — especially my stomach, which never felt flat no matter how hard I tried. I spent years feeling frustrated, believing my body didn’t meet t

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

How Connecticut’s Healthcare System Makes Money While Patients Pay More

Connecticut’s lawmakers are quietly pushing big changes to a federal drug discount program that feels more like a business deal than public policy. A last-minute addition to a routine bill quietly expanded the 340B program, letting hospitals buy drugs at extreme discounts—sometimes for a fraction of

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Spain’s Leader Picks China Over U. S. Again—Is It Smart Trade or Risky Bet?

Spain’s prime minister is packing his bags for Beijing once more, marking his fourth trip to China in just a few years. While many European leaders follow America’s lead on China, he’s sticking to his own path, even when it clashes with U. S. President Trump. Spain sees China as a key partner for gr

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

How childhood whooping cough vaccines keep working in different kids

Doctors know kids get whooping cough vaccines early, but they still get sick sometimes. That’s why researchers tested blood from three groups of children who got different vaccine versions. Group one had an older whole-cell shot first, then two newer acellular boosters. Group two started with one ac

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

State steps in to review high school sports decisions

Missouri lawmakers want to add a new layer of state control over high school sports rules. A bill that would create a government board to handle final appeals for the Missouri State High School Activities Association is moving through the legislature. The proposed board would be picked by the govern

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