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Breaking the Pay Gap: How WNBA Players Are Rewriting Their Futures

May 4, 2026

Breanna Stewart, a standout from Central New York, has become a key figure in reshaping how women’s basketball is compensated. She helped negotiate a landmark deal that will funnel over $1 billion into player salaries and benefits through 2032. This agreement introduces the first full revenue‑

business

Credit Unions: The Quiet Boost for Small Businesses

May 4, 2026

In Albuquerque, small companies often feel the pressure to grow fast. They hire staff, add new suppliers and try to keep cash flowing smoothly. When a problem pops up—like a payroll glitch or an unexpected bill—having a financial partner that can act quickly becomes essential. Credit unions stand

science

Detecting Antihistamines in Hair After a Single Dose

May 4, 2026

Scientists tested whether two common sleep‑aid drugs, diphenhydramine and cyclizine, could be found in hair after only one dose. The drugs are often sold without a prescription and can make people very sleepy, which is why they might be used in crimes that involve drug‑facilitated attacks. The

science

Fish Tales: Colors, Climbing, and Tiny Heroes

May 4, 2026

A scientist named Ari Daniel invites listeners on a global tour of fish that surprise us in many ways. First, he explains why a clownfish from the western Pacific loses its bright stripes as it matures. The change helps the fish blend into its surroundings and avoid predators. Next, he describ

crypto

Investing in Buildings Made Simple: A New Token Game

May 4, 2026

A new platform called Smart Props Solution (SPS) is changing how people buy and earn money from real estate. It uses blockchain technology to split big properties into small, tradeable pieces called tokens. Anyone can buy a token for as little as $100 in cash or cryptocurrency, which makes property

entertainment

A Sci-Fi Show That Knew When to Stop

May 4, 2026

Back in 2016, a Netflix show called Stranger Things became a huge hit. People loved its mix of 1980s nostalgia, kids saving the day, and a mystery that kept viewers hooked. But as seasons passed, the writing got messy, the characters stopped feeling real, and the story grew way too complicated. That

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Mikayla Matthews Shares Her Health Struggles and Wins

May 4, 2026

At 26, Mikayla Matthews is speaking openly about her long battle with health problems that have reshaped her daily life. Instead of hiding her struggles, she’s sharing updates on social media, showing both the tough days and small victories. After years without a clear diagnosis, she’s now in Hawaii

politics

Behind the scenes of modern reparations policies

May 4, 2026

Recent years have seen quiet but steady shifts in how some US governments help racial minorities. Instead of big, public debates about reparations, these changes often happen through smaller programs hidden in everyday policies. For example, some states now offer special loans and training programs

technology

Smart speakers don’t need to be new to be useful

May 4, 2026

Old Bluetooth speakers or smart devices often get tossed aside when upgrades arrive. But many people overlook the hidden value in these gadgets. Instead of buying new, you can repurpose what you already own with just a few simple steps. Even basic speakers can do more than just play music—if you kno

lifestyle

High school dance night: Big turnout at Cleveland Hilton for fancy prom fun

May 4, 2026

The annual prom for St. Ignatius High School took over the downtown Cleveland Hilton this year, drawing close to 600 students and their guests. Instead of a traditional black-tie event, they went with a "Derby Day" theme linked to the Kentucky Derby, blending racing excitement with high school tradi