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Small businesses get a big shout-out in Washington

May 5, 2026

Every year, the U. S. sets aside a week to recognize the millions of small businesses that keep the economy moving. This time around, one Utah company stood out among the honorees. Beacon Commercial Door and Lock, a Salt Lake City business run by third-generation owner Chad Riches, was singled out f

sports

Should Boston sports teams trust their gut when making big calls?

May 4, 2026

The Red Sox just handed Chad Tracy a messy middle-of-the-season manager job. After Alex Cora got fired, Tracy stepped in with only six games to prove himself—hardly enough time to fix a roster that even more experienced coaches struggled with. Instead of giving him the full season to show what he ca

crypto

What $292 million can teach DeFi about trust and safety

May 3, 2026

A recent security breach drained $292 million from a major DeFi project, sending shockwaves through the crypto lending world. The timing couldn’t be worse. Big money from traditional finance has just started testing blockchain waters. Firms managing trillions are quietly setting up shop in on-chain

entertainment

What really happens at the Met Gala behind the glamour

May 3, 2026

Every May, New York’s fashion world stops traffic on Fifth Avenue. The red carpet stretches outside the Metropolitan Museum of Art, not because the museum is open for visitors, but because it’s closed for a private event. Around 400 guests pay five-figure sums or secure sponsorship from luxury brand

sports

Future NFL Stars: A Fresh Look at the 2027 Draft Class

April 29, 2026

The 2027 draft may seem far away, but the talent pool is already shaping up to be one of the richest in recent memory. A standout quarterback from Texas shows a blend of size, agility, and creativity that could make him the top pick. His ability to stay calm in pressure situations and deliver und

politics

Governor Debate Sparks Fire‑Like Rifts Over Gas, Homes and Climate

April 29, 2026

The debate that took place on Tuesday night in Pomona College’s historic auditorium turned into a heated showdown over California’s biggest pain points. Candidates took turns attacking each other while promising quick fixes for gas prices, housing shortages and climate‑related disasters. The Republ

politics

California Governor Debate: A Fresh Look at the Candidates

April 29, 2026

A debate held at Pomona College drew eight hopefuls for California’s governor seat. The event was watched by students just before the state begins mailing ballots for its June primary. The race is tight, with five contenders hovering near each other in the polls. A televised showdown was seen as a c

politics

Moldovan Bank Heist Probe Must Keep Going, Says Top Official

April 26, 2026

The case that uncovered a $1 billion theft from Moldovan banks over ten years ago is still alive, even after a top businessman was found guilty. The court gave Vladimir Plahotniuc, one of the richest men in Moldova, 19 years behind bars. He was accused of moving money abroad through shady loans and

opinion

Will trains make a comeback in Colorado?

April 25, 2026

Colorado is bringing back passenger trains after a long break. The new service will run three times a day between Fort Collins and Denver starting in 2027. It’s a big change from 1967, when the last passenger train left the tracks. Back then, people listened to songs like “Penny Lane” and “Purple Ha

science

Freshwater Fish Secrets Unveiled by DNA Scanning Across Turkey

April 23, 2026

Scientists used a modern DNA trick called eDNA metabarcoding to map fish life in Turkey’s rivers. Instead of catching every fish, they filtered water from 29 spots spread over seven big river basins. The DNA that sloshes through the water was amplified and read by a high‑throughput machine, producin