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Oil & Gas Firms Gain Court Edge Over Louisiana Coastal Lawsuits

April 18, 2026

The Supreme Court has granted a procedural win to major oil and gas companies, allowing them to move their environmental lawsuits from state to federal court. The decision comes after a Louisiana jury ordered Chevron to pay over $740 million for damage to the state’s coast, a case that has been part

sports

Boston Marathon 2024: Runners Gear Up as Security Steps Up

April 18, 2026

Runners from all over the globe are heading to Boston for the 130th Marathon, eager to test their limits while officials keep a close eye on safety. The race will start in Hopkinton and cut through eight towns before finishing on Boylston Street, drawing about 30, 000 athletes this year. With tens

environment

Fast‑Track Clean Energy After Middle East Tensions

April 18, 2026

Colombia’s environment chief argues that the war in Iran shows how quick the world must move away from oil, gas and coal. She says that the uncertainty in global fuel supplies forces governments to hurry toward solar, wind and geothermal power. The comments come before a big meeting in Santa M

crime

AI Safety Protest Turns Violent: A Rising Concern

April 18, 2026

In recent weeks, a violent act targeted the residence of Sam Altman, the chief executive of OpenAI. A 20‑year‑old named Daniel Moreno‑Gama allegedly hurled a Molotov cocktail near the property’s gate. Police claim he was motivated by political or ideological beliefs, citing a document that warned AI

science

Penguins Turn into Tiny Environmental Detectives in Patagonia

April 18, 2026

Researchers equipped 54 Magellanic penguins with silicone leg bands that quietly absorb chemicals while the birds roam and feed their chicks. After a few days, the bands were collected and sent for analysis in New York, where scientists found traces of per‑fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) – the so‑call

entertainment

Old Play, New Game: How The Division Changed Paths

April 18, 2026

When the team first started making what would become The Division, they imagined a world more like an MMORPG than a shooter. Early prototypes showed characters moving through wide grassy fields, using hotbars to select abilities, and even following a simple “observe‑plan‑execute” loop. This rhythm w

entertainment

Brandi Rhodes Is Set to Star in a New Reality Show About Her Busy Life

April 18, 2026

Brandi Rhodes, known for her role in WWE and her own YouTube series, is preparing to launch a fresh reality program called All Rhodes. The project comes from Magilla Entertainment, the same company that produced shows like Moonshiners and Beachfront Bargain Hunt. The series will spotlight Brandi’

crime

Kanye’s European Tour Hits a New Roadblock in Poland

April 18, 2026

The rapper known as Ye is facing another cancellation, this time in southern Poland. Stadion Slaski plans to drop the June 19 concert after the country’s Culture Minister said the event would normalize hate in a nation still haunted by Holocaust history. The decision follows similar bans in France a

politics

A New Face at the CDC: What It Means for U. S. Health Policy

April 18, 2026

In a year marked by turmoil, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention saw its reputation crumble after a shooting at its headquarters, rapid leadership changes, and widespread criticism. The Trump administration needed a steady hand to restore confidence. The White House set one clear require

health

Safe Choices in Cosmetic Surgery Abroad

April 18, 2026

People travel worldwide for cheaper cosmetic procedures, but the savings can bring serious dangers. In places like Turkey and Mexico, a hair transplant might cost only $4, 000–$5, 000, compared with $20, 000–$30, 000 in the United States. Yet many clinics lack strict safety rules. Because dema