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Chicago’s Bus Network Gets a New Route for Obama Center Visitors

April 10, 2026

Starting May 23, anyone heading to the new Obama Presidential Center can skip the transfers and take a direct ride. The CTA’s popular express bus route 10, which usually zooms from downtown to the Museum of Science and Industry, will now stretch an extra mile south to serve the center. What used to

sports

A Perfect Spring Day for a Big Win Celebration

April 10, 2026

Michigan fans will get lucky this Saturday with weather that seems to roll out the red carpet for the Wolverines' victory parade. Early forecasts suggest bright sunshine and mild temperatures around Ann Arbor, turning the celebration into a comfortable outdoor event rather than a sweaty summer slog.

lifestyle

Save Big on Outdoor Comfort: A Patio Set Under $350

April 10, 2026

Summer is just around the corner, and outdoor spaces are getting more attention. A good seating area can turn a backyard or balcony into a cozy retreat. Instead of waiting for perfect weather, some people upgrade now to enjoy the process. A modular patio set is on sale for $324, down from over $1,

celebrities

Why Netflix Walked Away From Meghan Markle’s Jam Business

April 10, 2026

Netflix once bet on Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand, As Ever, alongside her home makeover show With Love, Meghan. But after a year, the streaming giant quietly dropped the jam, honey, and tea products—along with the costly royal wedding-scented candle. According to people close to the project, Netfl

crypto

Why the U. S. Needs Smart Crypto Rules Now

April 10, 2026

The U. S. is losing ground in the crypto race because its rules don’t make sense. That’s what the Treasury Secretary recently pointed out in a major newspaper. He says American companies keep moving their projects overseas where laws are clearer. Places like Singapore and Abu Dhabi welcome crypto fi

finance

Bitcoin in 2026: Why One Company Owns the Game While Others Drop Out

April 10, 2026

In March 2026, public companies added 47, 435 Bitcoin to their accounts, worth about $3. 2 billion at the time. But here’s the twist: one company—Strategy—bought 44, 377 of those coins. That means almost every other business combined didn’t add much at all. Strategy’s push is so big that it now hold

religion

What stories should Texas students read?

April 9, 2026

Texas education officials are arguing over a new rule that would make Bible stories part of the required reading for public school kids from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Some parents and religious leaders say these stories belong in schools because they shaped America’s history and values. Ot

business

AI models in ads: saving cash or losing trust?

April 9, 2026

A small clothing brand recently advertised a summer shirt using AI to generate everything from the model to the boat in the background. The shirt itself is real, but the people and scenes aren’t. This trick is becoming common because it cuts costs and lets brands create many different images quickly

weather

What happens when Pacific waters get unusually warm?

April 9, 2026

Ocean temperatures along the equator in the Pacific Ocean are shifting in ways that could change weather patterns across North America. After a prolonged period of cooler-than-average water temperatures known as La Niña, the Pacific is now in a neutral phase where temperatures hover around average.

environment

Why a Plastic Bottle Ban Lacks Bite on Martha’s Vineyard

April 9, 2026

In 2021, Oak Bluffs residents voted to ban small plastic water bottles under 34 ounces—a move pushed by students worried about plastic waste. Five other towns on Martha’s Vineyard did the same after a campaign called Plastic Free MV urged action against single-use plastics between 2019 and 2022. But