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Jun 07 2026SPORTS

What happens if Major League Baseball tries to control team spending?

Sports leagues need rules to keep competition fair. Most major leagues in the US already have rules about how much teams can spend on players. Baseball stands out because it has no such limit. Players earn widely different amounts, which sometimes makes games feel uneven. A few years ago, a few team

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Jun 07 2026SPORTS

Troy’s Baseball Team Shows Why College Sports Still Matter

College baseball doesn’t always get the spotlight, but this season, the Troy Trojans are proving why it should. A team that barely squeezed into the NCAA tournament has somehow reached the Super Regional round, shocking fans by winning big and drawing huge crowds. Their catcher, Jabe Boroff—nickname

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Jun 07 2026CRIME

Immigrant Workers Arrested in Fake ID Sweep at South Carolina Factory

South Carolina authorities recently launched a crackdown on fake identity documents, leading to the detention of 48 workers at a local metal casting plant. The investigation, which started in late 2024, uncovered a network of fraudulent documents being used to secure employment. Instead of focusing

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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

California’s political mailer game: when fake endorsements get real funding

California voters often open their mailboxes to find colorful voter guides that look official but aren’t always honest about who’s behind them. These “slate mailers” pretend to be from respected groups like cops, firefighters, or teachers—organizations that voters trust. In reality, candidates pay t

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Jun 07 2026BUSINESS

How Business Class is Getting a Budget Makeover

Airlines once treated business class as an all-inclusive luxury package. Now, they're breaking it into smaller pieces with extra fees. This change started when United split its business class fares into three levels: basic, standard, and flexible. The cheapest option still includes a flat-bed seat a

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Jun 07 2026BUSINESS

Companies That Outlived Nations

Several major businesses have stayed strong for over 200 years, even as the U. S. faced wars, depressions, and big economic shifts. Some started when George Washington was president. The Bank of New York began in 1784, while Cigna and State Street opened their doors in 1792. But one company beats th

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Jun 07 2026BUSINESS

From Cleaning Floors to Building Dreams: The Rise of an Española Family Business

In 1994, Eric Quintana, a local resident of Española, got an unexpected opportunity that changed his life. A friend needed a cleaner for their office, and with Christmas approaching, Quintana saw a chance to earn extra money for his two sons' dream gift—a Bigfoot electric truck. Without hesitation,

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Jun 07 2026OPINION

Fears and Facts in Maine

Maine’s politics have been stirred up by a candidate warning about a threat that isn’t really there. The claim says the state risks being changed by Muslim newcomers, as if laws themselves could bend to faith or tradition. But the state constitution and criminal code already cover everyone equally.

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

Free cancer advice changes lives for patients in Florida

Dean never expected to find a life-threatening tumor during a nap. The former biotech worker woke up in pain and discovered three fast-growing cancers in her breasts. Standard treatment suggested chemotherapy, but a nonprofit oncology service stepped in and changed her path. After reviewing her reco

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

New bunion surgery tech arrives in Southwest Florida

Bunions aren’t just an annoying bump—they’re a widespread problem. Research shows nearly half of adults develop them, with women facing higher odds. The issue isn’t just looks; those painful lumps can make walking, working out, or even slipping on shoes feel like a chore. In Southwest Florida, where

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