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Apr 30 2026BUSINESS

Tech Giants Push Boundaries While Struggling With Basics

A ride-hailing app now lets people book hotel rooms. Uber added 700, 000 hotel listings through a partnership with Expedia, plus plans to include over a million vacation rentals later this year. The company wants to become an “everything app” where users can handle travel, food delivery, and groceri

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

A Big Boost for DC’s Cycling Scene

Washington, DC is getting a major cycling upgrade. The Amazon Armed Forces Cycling Classic just teamed up with the group that runs the famous Tour de France. That’s like getting the NFL to play in a new country or Formula One to race in the U. S. It’s a big deal for local sports. This race has been

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Apr 30 2026POLITICS

Why Anchorage’s shrinking electricity use could mean bigger bills

For years, the main concern about Anchorage’s power supply has been whether natural gas will run out. But there’s a quieter issue making bills rise: people are using less electricity. Over the past 15 years, power use in Chugach Electric’s territory has dropped by about 1% each year. In 2025, it fel

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

King Charles and Trump Share a Toast, but Politics Loom

The second day of King Charles’ visit to Washington ended with a lively state dinner, but the event was more than just royal banquets. President Trump opened the day with a speech that praised the long‑standing ties between Britain and America, while also reminiscing about his own family’s connectio

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

Ravens Pick Undrafted QB Diego Pavia

The Baltimore team has signed the undrafted quarterback Diego Pavia before his rookie camp. Pavia will join the roster on a standard three‑year contract. He is one of several QBs who found teams after not being drafted, following players like Jalon Daniels and Haynes King. Pavia played four

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Apr 29 2026SCIENCE

Brain Gene Patterns Reveal Shared and Unique Paths in Parkinson‑Like Diseases

A new study examined the gene activity in nearly a thousand brain samples from people who had died with Parkinson’s disease, dementia with Lewy bodies, multiple system atrophy, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration, Alzheimer’s disease or no brain disease. The researchers used a

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Apr 29 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why oak trees struggle to grow in Mediterranean forests

Mediterranean oak forests face a tough challenge: acorns rarely survive long enough to become new trees. A study in a protected area in Italy showed that most acorns disappeared within days after being planted, eaten by animals like mice and jays. The researchers tested four oak species, from large

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Apr 29 2026SPORTS

The Mets' Money Doesn't Always Buy a Winning Team

When Steve Cohen bought the New York Mets for $2. 4 billion in 2020, fans saw a bright future. Cohen promised big changes, new talent, and even a World Series win within a few years. He said he would build a championship team, not just buy one. But five years later, the Mets are still struggling. Th

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Apr 28 2026EDUCATION

Teacher Students at Risk of Burnout: What the Study Reveals

Polish students who are preparing to become teachers were examined to spot early signs that they might face burnout or health problems later in their careers. The researchers used a tool called the AVEM inventory, which looks at how people handle work and what habits they develop. Two particul

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Apr 28 2026BUSINESS

A fresh tie-up for high-end race week

Precision Drive Club just locked in a new ride ally for its Formula 1 weekend in Miami. Go Rentals, already a go-to name for wealthy jet-setters, will now handle every car need inside the fenced-off zone of Hard Rock Stadium. Instead of lining up at a regular desk, members glide straight from their

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