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Apr 29 2026BUSINESS

Small shops fear more train shutdowns will break them

The G train in Brooklyn is taking another long nap. For ten more weekends through 2026 it will stay parked, plus some overnight weekday snoozes. Local leaders say the MTA keeps launching the same summer track fixes they tried last year and the year before, making the same promises that never seem qu

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Political Jokes and Media Responsibility: A Late-Night Debate

Public figures often clash over where comedy ends and offense begins. A recent argument highlights this tension after a late-night host made a joke about Melania Trump, sparking a debate about media responsibility and political speech. A top advisor to the first lady called for the host’s removal, c

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Cisco’s China Deal Faces Supreme Court Review

A lawsuit claims that Cisco Systems helped the Chinese government target Falun Gong followers. The case hinges on two U. S. statutes: the 18th‑century Alien Tort Statute and the 1991 Torture Victim Protection Act. Cisco argues it cannot be held responsible for actions taken abroad. The Supreme Cour

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Apr 28 2026BUSINESS

Las Vegas gets a $10 billion sports and entertainment makeover

Las Vegas is about to get a massive new playground worth $10 billion, spread across 63 acres right on the Strip. The project isn’t just another casino or hotel—it’s a full-blown sports and entertainment empire with stadiums, arenas, and even a broadcasting hub. The plan includes a 50, 000-seat stadi

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Apr 28 2026SCIENCE

Our changing diets: What we eat now vs. what our ancestors ate

Long before supermarkets or food pyramids existed, our great-great-great grandparents survived on whatever they could scavenge, hunt, or forage. Some groups in East Africa over three million years ago used sharp rocks to slice meat from bones, proving they weren’t just picking at leftovers—they were

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Apr 28 2026BUSINESS

Best places for entrepreneurs: how Nevada stacks up

You don’t have to head to California or Arizona if you want to launch a business with good odds of survival. Nevada just made the top ten list for startup-friendly states, coming in at number nine. It beat out larger and more crowded markets while still falling short behind Idaho. WalletHub, a finan

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Apr 28 2026RELIGION

Why young adults are choosing spiritual classes in big numbers

Every year, more than a million young people worldwide sign up for faith-based classes run by the Church. These classes, called Seminaries and Institutes, have hit a record enrollment just as the program turns 100 years old. The leader of the Church, President Oaks, recently sent videos urging 14-to

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Apr 28 2026WEATHER

Thunderstorms and Wind Risks: What to Expect in Southwest Michigan

The weather in southwest Michigan will get stormy later today, but don’t expect a major disaster. Storms forming to the south and west will drift into the region by late evening, bringing a small chance of strong winds and a very slight risk of a tornado. Most of Lower Michigan will stay dry, with t

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

New summer activities aim to keep Highland Park youth busy and safe

Highland Park is rolling out a new summer plan to give kids better options than trouble. Police report youth crime has jumped nearly one-fifth in the past year, with theft and fights involving teens on the rise. Some worry adults might be taking advantage of lighter juvenile penalties by pushing you

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Apr 27 2026WEATHER

Storms Likely Near Michigan, But Big Hits May Pass By

The weather front moving through the area is expected to bring a wave of strong thunderstorms. The biggest storms will travel over Michigan later in the evening, when temperatures are cooler and the air is less unstable. Because of this, the storms should lose power before they reach most places. T

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