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Mar 27 2026SPORTS

NBA Eyes Seattle and Las Vegas as Next Expansion Cities

The NBA is seriously considering adding two new teams, with Seattle and Las Vegas leading the race. This news follows a recent vote by team owners to explore expansion opportunities. But how did Seattle get this far? Back in 2014, a Boston Celtics owner pushed for an NBA team in the city. Though not

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Mar 26 2026LIFESTYLE

Spring Savings on Soft Bamboo Bedding

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale brings a chance to upgrade sleep gear. The promotion cuts prices on Cozy Earth products by twenty percent, making luxury bedding more attainable. Cozy Earth has earned a reputation through repeated mentions on Oprah’s “Favorite Things” list, and celebrities such as Kris

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Mar 26 2026BUSINESS

Global Trade’s New Path: What the WTO Director‑General Says

The leader of the World Trade Organization spoke at a big meeting in Cameroon. She said the old way of doing trade is gone for good. Countries must plan new rules for a future that looks very different. Most trade still follows WTO rules—about 72 percent. A bright point is the rise of trad

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Mar 26 2026BUSINESS

Tuk‑Tuk Drivers Shut Down as Fuel Costs Skyrocket

The streets of Mogadishu feel quieter now that many tuk‑tuk operators have pulled their vehicles out of service. Rising fuel prices, tied to the ongoing tensions in Iran that choke oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz, have made it impossible for these small three‑wheelers to stay profitable. Pa

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Mar 26 2026SCIENCE

Ethanol Nanobubbles: Tiny Gases, Big Surprises

Nanobubbles are minuscule gas pockets that can stay alive for a long time in water, thanks to their charged surfaces. Scientists have not looked much at how these bubbles behave in other liquids, like ethanol. In this study, researchers used two techniques: infrared absorption spectroscopy (IRAS) an

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Mar 26 2026WEATHER

Spring is Here: What to Expect in Knoxville

Knoxville sees its first dogwood buds and pear blossoms, signaling that spring has arrived. The season officially kicked off on March 20, bringing a hopeful shift toward warmer days after a harsh winter of ice storms and cold snaps. March temperatures swung wildly, from 26‑degree lows to 84‑de

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Mar 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Streamlining Small‑Business Invoices with Smart Automation

Small firms juggle about 500 bills each month. When these are handled through emails, spreadsheets and manual checks, the cost per invoice rises to between $15 and $40. This isn’t a tech issue—it’s an operational tax that many finance teams accept without question. The main expense is labor: a staf

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Mar 26 2026SPORTS

Micro‑betting May Be the Start of a Big Legal Shakeup

The legal world is turning its attention toward the new trend of in‑game micro‑bets, and the National Football League is caught up in a lawsuit that could change how betting works on the field. Two Pennsylvania residents have filed claims against the NFL, two major sportsbooks—DraftKings and FanDuel

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Mar 26 2026SPORTS

The Family Behind Aday Mara’s Rise

A young basketball star is often seen in the spotlight, but his path to success started long before he stepped onto a court. Aday Mara grew up in a household where sport was not just a hobby; it was a way of life. His dad, Francisco Javier Mara, once played professionally in Spain’s top leagues duri

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Mar 26 2026SPORTS

New Owners, New Energy for Salt Lake Volleyball

The professional women’s volleyball team in Salt Lake City has just found a new home. Two former NFL stars, Terrence Murphy and Reggie Bush, together with their firm Synergy Sports Capital, have taken over the club’s operating rights. This change comes as the league, called League One Volleyball or

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