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How Teams Really Win the Tour de France Team Time Trial

July 4, 2026

The Tour de France’s team time trial looks like a smooth, synchronized effort on TV—eight riders gliding as one, tucked low into their bikes, swapping turns at the front like a well-oiled machine. But behind the scenes, it’s a brutal test of endurance, strategy, and sheer willpower. Unlike regular r

entertainment

Baseball, Soccer, and Streaming: A Busy Weekend for Sports Fans

July 4, 2026

This weekend, sports fans in the U. S. have a lot to watch. On Saturday, the country turns 250 years old, and sports are part of the celebration. Usually, July is a quiet month for live sports. But this year, the soccer World Cup is happening. Six out of seven matches this weekend are in the U. S. ,

finance

Why Brazil’s World Cup Betting Boom Sparks Concern

July 4, 2026

Brazil is known for its soccer passion, but this World Cup season has brought an unexpected side effect: a sharp rise in sports betting. Before the tournament started, only 11% of Brazilians placed bets on games. Now, that number has jumped to 35%, according to a large survey. The explosion of ads—s

environment

Building in Lee County: Finding a Better Way Forward

July 4, 2026

In Lee County, Florida, the word "development" has started to feel more like a problem than a promise. Local leaders have been accused of letting builders run the show, changing the county’s official growth plan whenever developers ask. One law, meant to protect property owners from unfair rules, ha

opinion

Obesity care matters just like any other health treatment

July 4, 2026

Healthcare shouldn't treat obesity differently. For too long, people with this chronic condition faced barriers to treatment, especially those with limited incomes. New medications can help manage obesity, yet many can't get them because their insurance won't cover it or they can't pay out-of-pocket

crime

When hate speech turns violent: A look at two shocking 2025 attacks near Oceanside Pier

July 4, 2026

On a June evening in 2025, three strangers with a shared hateful ideology targeted five people in two separate but connected attacks near Oceanside Pier. Their common thread? Not personal conflict, but a shared belief in racial superiority that led to unprovoked violence. The first attack happened

business

How AI Helps Solo Owners Skip the Hustle and Hit Big Money Fast

July 4, 2026

Many one-person businesses stay small because owners work too hard, not smart. People often patch together random apps and hope for growth, but that old way hits a wall fast. AI tools now do the heavy lifting: they research markets, chat with customers, and point out what works best. A survey of sol

politics

A Look Inside France’s Political and Economic Crossroads

July 4, 2026

France stands at a turning point as the 2027 presidential election looms, bringing financial and political challenges to the surface. Christine Lagarde, head of the European Central Bank, has hinted that her future could take an unexpected turn. With her current role ending in 2027, she hasn’t ruled

crime

A mark on the ground and a nation’s doubt

July 4, 2026

A small cross painted on Elm Street in Dallas points to where one of the bullets struck President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. The car carrying him rolled past the old Texas School Book Depository, a building that would soon become part of history. That moment didn’t just change a presidenc

entertainment

Life in El Nido: Four Families and a Coyote Share a Changing Neighborhood

July 4, 2026

In "Coyoteland, " Vanessa Hua takes readers to El Nido, a fictional East Bay suburb near Berkeley, where four very different families share the same space but live in vastly different realities. The Belles, a wealthy white family, are trying to expand their property while stretching their resources