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How Hong Kong is quietly shaping AI’s next big moves

May 4, 2026

Hong Kong isn’t just about skyscrapers and stock markets—it’s quietly helping China’s AI push in ways most people miss. While cities like Shenzhen build robots and Beijing focuses on powerful AI models, Hong Kong works behind the scenes. It connects global investors with local tech experiments. Last

politics

A Fresh Face Takes Over Illinois’ Watchdog Role

May 4, 2026

The new watchdog for Illinois state spending started his job this month, but not before a report highlighted problems in the agency he once led. The Illinois Finance Authority, which helps fund public projects, had failed for years to set up a proper internal audit system. A recent review found that

finance

Tiny cost. Big money lessons for small business owners.

May 4, 2026

Running a side hustle or a full-time gig takes more than just a good idea. Money moves matter just as much. Yet, many founders end up guessing when it comes to their own paychecks. A fresh bundle tries to fix that gap. For under $30, learners get 11 video courses and 160 hours of lessons on cash flo

opinion

Why being called a clown shouldn't bother you

May 4, 2026

The idea that the word "clown" is used as an insult is more about how people misuse language than anything else. Clowns have a long history tied to entertainment, laughter, and even cleverness in some cultures. They weren't always the red-nosed performers we picture today. Ancient jesters, for examp

crime

Judge's past rulings spark debate over fairness in federal cases

May 4, 2026

A federal judge in California has faced growing criticism after dismissing multiple cases involving immigration and protest-related incidents. The latest controversy surrounds Carlitos Ricardo Parias, an undocumented immigrant accused of ramming his car into ICE agents during a 2023 arrest in Los An

finance

Crypto, Politics, and Big Money: This Week's Wild Financial Moves

May 4, 2026

This week showed how closely money, technology, and politics are mixing in the financial world. From politicians grilling new crypto firms to businesses selling digital coins for cash, the headlines spun faster than a crypto price chart. One big debate came from Senator Elizabeth Warren, who called

finance

New CEO Faces Big Test at Berkshire’s Annual Shareholder Meeting

May 3, 2026

Greg Abel, 63, stepped onto the stage at Berkshire Hathaway’s first annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, after taking over as chief executive last January. He began by welcoming the company’s top leaders and introduced a banner that honored Warren Buffett, who had led the firm for 60 years. Buff

education

Tulsa School Board Keeps Special‑Ed Programs Alive

May 3, 2026

The Tulsa school board decided not to cut funding for special education after a recent budget proposal. The decision keeps the district’s programs running and supports students who need extra help. The board’s move came after a plan to reduce special‑Ed resources was put forward by district offic

business

Trains Rush as China Welcomes Holiday Travelers

May 3, 2026

China’s rail network saw an unprecedented surge on the first day of the spring holiday, transporting 24. 8 million passengers in a single day – a record for any one day in the country’s history. The national railway authority released this figure, highlighting how busy the system becomes when people

science

Psychedelics and the Fight Against Authoritarian Thinking

May 3, 2026

Research has shown that certain psychedelic drugs can lower people’s tendency to support strict, top‑down authority. However, these studies were small and not always well controlled. Because of that uncertainty, scientists are calling for bigger experiments with stricter designs to see if the eff