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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

Baker Mayfield: A Friend, Not a Diva

Lavonte David, the former Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker who played alongside Baker Mayfield in 2023, shares a different view of the quarterback. He says people often misjudge Mayfield’s personality and that he is actually very modest and pleasant to be around. David admits that when Mayfield fi

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Apr 06 2026POLITICS

Windfall Tax Push: EU Ministers Call for New Energy Rule

The group of finance ministers from Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal and Austria have joined forces to ask the European Union to introduce a windfall tax on energy firms. Their main worry is that the recent surge in oil and gas prices—linked to conflicts in Iran—could push inflation higher and hurt o

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Apr 06 2026WEATHER

Sunny Springs: Portland’s Warm Week Ahead

Portland is getting ready for a bright and warm spring spell. A record‑setting Easter heat wave left the city at about 79 degrees, topping the old July‑4 record from 1977. Neighboring towns also pushed past their own temperature marks. The National Weather Service says the heat will keep rolling

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

Thrilling Face‑Off: KKR vs Punjab Kings in the IPL

The Kolkata Knight Riders and Punjab Kings meet again, and the stakes are high. Punjab has a slight edge in the standings after beating Chennai and Gujarat, giving them a 53 % chance to win according to recent odds. Kolkata’s key player, Blessing Muzarabani, is looking to keep his good run ali

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Apr 06 2026FINANCE

New Tax Rules Push Nonprofits to Think Ahead

Nonprofits are facing fresh challenges as a big tax package rolled out in 2025 adds new rules that touch everything from donor gifts to university endowments. The law does not change when the yearly Form 990 must be sent to the IRS, but it introduces new tax rules that finance teams need to study

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Apr 06 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin climbs above $69, 000 as traders flip the script

Bitcoin surged 3% to $69, 120 on Monday after traders returned from Easter and felt hopeful about a possible Iran ceasefire. The rise pushed the largest crypto past its last week’s peak and forced $196 million in short bets to liquidate within 24 hours. Ethereum led the climb, gaining 3. 7% to $2,

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Apr 06 2026CELEBRITIES

Shaq’s Kids Won’t Get His $500 Million Unless They Work for It

Shaquille O’Neal made over $500 million in his career, but he’s sticking to a strict rule: his kids aren’t getting a single dollar unless they prove they’re serious. Four kids with Shaunie Nelson—plus one from a past relationship—are watching their dad’s golden touch from afar, waiting to see if the

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Apr 06 2026SPORTS

South Carolina and UCLA face off in 2026 NCAA women’s finals

The 2026 NCAA women’s basketball championship game has set up an intriguing matchup between South Carolina and UCLA. The Gamecocks secured their spot by beating UConn—a team that hadn’t lost all season—62-48, relying on strong defense to limit the Huskies’ top scorers. Meanwhile, UCLA pulled off a n

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

The Forgotten Superfood in Your Fruit Bowl

Prunes often get a bad rap as the "old people’s snack" or just a quick fix for bathroom troubles. But science says this dried plum packs more than just fiber. Studies show prunes might help keep bones strong, especially for women past menopause. They’re also packed with antioxidants that could lower

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

Hospital shake-up leaves workers uneasy despite promises

Close to a thousand staff at Bayonne University Hospital in New Jersey received unexpected layoff notices recently, but the hospital’s new owner insists they shouldn’t panic. The notices, filed under state rules, suggest big changes are coming by late June. This follows the sudden closure of Heights

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