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A year of eating like it's 1950

April 12, 2026

Cooking with beef tallow sounds like a time machine to the Eisenhower era. Back then, heart disease was the top killer and doctors blamed fatty foods. Today, scientists still warn that tallow is packed with artery-clogging saturated fat—six times more per spoonful than canola oil. Yet some wellness

politics

Florida wants more red snapper fishing days but not everyone agrees

April 12, 2026

Florida recently asked for a special permit to let more people fish for red snapper off its Atlantic coast this year. Instead of just two days like last time, anglers could fish for 39 days if the plan gets approved. The state says it can run this program well and that more days would help local fis

finance

Crypto payments to Iran: a risky move for shipping companies?

April 12, 2026

Shipping businesses thinking about using cryptocurrency to pay fees for passing through Iranian waters could be walking into a legal trap. Experts warn that such payments might count as illegal support for a sanctioned government, putting companies in violation of tough US and international laws. Th

crypto

What’s really standing in the way of U. S. cryptocurrency rules?

April 12, 2026

Lawmakers in the U. S. are trying to create clear guidelines for cryptocurrencies, but progress is slow. Experts estimate there’s only about a one-in-three chance the new rules will pass in 2025. Some even predict the odds are closer to one in four. The main issue isn’t just about passing the rules—

crypto

Spot ETF for Hyperliquid gets closer with new ticker and fee

April 12, 2026

A company called Bitwise just took another step toward launching a new kind of exchange-traded fund. This fund would let people invest in Hyperliquid, a blockchain that handles crypto futures trading. Bitwise updated its plan with the U. S. government to show the fund will use the ticker symbol $BHY

lifestyle

Stay Sharp Before Heading to Colombia: Safety Tips for Travelers

April 12, 2026

Colombia isn’t off-limits for travelers, but it does come with warnings that shouldn’t be ignored. The U. S. government is flagging specific zones where dangers like crime and civil conflicts are more likely, not the whole country. Kidnapping and armed clashes make certain areas too risky for visito

politics

Looking ahead: How U. S. politics might change without Trump

April 12, 2026

The 2026 midterm elections could mark a quiet turning point in American politics—one that has little to do with any single leader. Behind the headlines about rising tensions and election drama, there’s a growing sense that the country is tired of being defined by conflict. Polls show trust in tradit

religion

The Pope’s Call for Peace in a World that Keeps Forgetting

April 12, 2026

Over the weekend, the head of the Catholic Church made one of his strongest public pleas yet for an end to war, speaking to a massive crowd at St. Peter’s Basilica. Without naming any specific countries or leaders, Pope Leo delivered a blunt message: the endless cycle of violence needs to stop. In a

crime

Councilman Faces Serious Charges Over Questionable Payments to Family Business

April 12, 2026

A Los Angeles city councilmember now stands accused of serious misconduct after allegedly using his position to steer nearly a million dollars toward his wife’s firm. The charges involve redirecting taxpayer money and failing to disclose financial conflicts. Prosecutors claim the councilmember repea

politics

High-Risk Peace Talks Happen in Unexpected Place

April 12, 2026

A fancy hotel in Islamabad is hosting tense meetings between U. S. and Iranian officials this week. Normally, this five-star spot welcomes tourists and business travelers, but now it’s locked down tighter than a fortress. The Serena Hotel isn’t the first choice you’d expect for such serious discussi