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Apr 19 2026CRIME

Business Fire Leaves Road Blocked and Questions Unanswered in Salina

A small business in Salina faced a rough afternoon when flames tore through its space on Saturday. Around 2:40 p. m. , smoke billowed from Budget Signs on New Court Avenue, prompting rapid response from local firefighters. The fire hit hard—crews had to rip open the back of the building just to reac

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Apr 19 2026BUSINESS

Starting Small: How One Stanford Grad Built a Business When Jobs Weren't Available

A 2025 Stanford graduate spent months applying for jobs without success. After graduating, they still hadn't secured a full-time role despite seven years of marketing experience, including work for tech companies during college. Many applicants, including recent grads and laid-off workers, competed

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Apr 19 2026FINANCE

The Money Game: Why Hedge Funds Are Fighting Over Top Traders

Hedge funds used to battle over trading strategies. Now, they fight over people. Once known for big bets and flashy returns, the $5 trillion industry has shifted its focus. Talent has become the new currency. Top traders now sign contracts worth hundreds of millions, similar to sports stars. Firms e

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Apr 19 2026LIFESTYLE

Getting a Business Class Upgrade: What Airlines Don't Tell You

Business class upgrades sound great until you realize most people never get the full picture. Airlines make it seem like an easy win—just ask nicely or pay a bit more—but the rules are stricter than they appear. The cheapest tickets often lock you out entirely, even if you beg for an upgrade. Airlin

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Apr 19 2026FINANCE

Finding Purpose After 65: Why Staying Busy Can Cut Your 2026 Tax Bill

Retirement isn't the end of earning—it's a chance to redefine work on your terms. Many who leave full-time jobs face an unexpected challenge: empty days with no clear purpose. Yet research shows that those who fill their time with physical or social activities not only feel happier but often live lo

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Politics in Utah hit a rough patch this week

Utah's usually calm political scene turned messy this week. Two well-known politicians faced trouble, a university changed its plans, and the state’s top court got caught in the middle. The drama started when state leaders looked into claims that a justice on Utah’s highest court had an improper rel

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Apr 19 2026POLITICS

Should kids get tested on their bodies to play sports?

Parents sign their kids up for school sports so they learn teamwork, make friends, and stay healthy. But a new proposal in Colorado could change that – and not for the better. Initiative 109 says schools must split sports teams by the sex listed on a student's birth certificate. Supporters say it’s

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Apr 19 2026CRIME

Detecting Hidden Drugs: A New Tool for Crime Scene Investigations

Scientists have developed a faster way to spot dangerous drugs at crime scenes. Amphetamine-type stimulants (ATS), like meth and ecstasy, are a big problem worldwide. They harm people's health and create safety risks. Finding these drugs in messy samples is tricky. Crime scene samples often contain

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Apr 19 2026CRIME

Peering into the Shadows: What a Serial Killer Exhibit Really Reveals

New Yorkers now have a chance to step into a world often confined to true crime podcasts and late-night documentaries. An exhibit recreating crime scenes from infamous serial killers has opened in Greenwich Village, inviting adults to explore the darkest corners of human behavior. But beyond the sho

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Apr 19 2026HEALTH

First-time moms under 25 face higher stress in Japan, study finds

Japan has long worried about very young mothers and their risks for child abuse. But what about women in their early 20s who become first-time moms? A new study flips the focus by comparing two groups: those under 26 and those 26 or older. Most past research zeroed in on teens, leaving a gap for wom

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