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Why Pennsylvania’s Energy Bills Keep Rising

April 12, 2026

Pennsylvania sits on a goldmine of energy resources—gas, coal, nuclear, and even strong wind and solar potential. Yet households here pay some of the highest electricity bills in the country, despite sitting on top of so much energy wealth. Between 2018 and 2023, the cost per kilowatt hour jumped ne

politics

Ukraine’s Drone Tech Could Safeguard the Hormuz Strait

April 11, 2026

Britain says Ukraine can help keep the vital oil route in the Strait of Hormuz safe. The country’s advanced drones are praised as some of the best worldwide. The UK has brought together more than 30 nations to discuss reopening the strait after Iran blocked it following attacks by the US and Isra

health

Nurses Who Win: A Boost for Hospitals and Patients

April 11, 2026

When a nurse is honored with an award, the ripple effect spreads through the hospital. Fellow staff notice the success and feel encouraged to try fresh ideas that could improve care. These recognitions give nurses a stronger sense of purpose, tying their daily work to the larger aim of better health

education

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

April 11, 2026

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

politics

U. S. Crypto Rules Stall While China and Russia Build Digital Alternatives

April 11, 2026

The United States is fighting to keep its dollar‑backed stablecoins in the global spotlight. These digital coins let people use U. S. dollars anywhere, without a government hand, and they could keep the dollar dominant worldwide. But lawmakers are debating whether crypto companies can pay users for

crypto

Crypto Rules Boost: New Task Force Steps In

April 11, 2026

The U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has announced a fresh team aimed at making the crypto world easier to navigate. The task force, named for its focus on innovation, was set up by the commission’s chairman back in March. The group is led by Michael Passalacqua, who currently advises the

sports

Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Welcomes New Stars

April 11, 2026

The Oaklawn Event Center in Hot Springs hosted the 68th induction banquet on Friday night, celebrating ten new members of the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame. Seven inductees were present, while three were honored after their passing. Former Razorbacks running back Alex Collins, tennis champion Pete

education

Education Must Stay Strong When Things Go Wrong

April 11, 2026

The world faces long‑term wars, wild weather and shrinking budgets. When schools are shut in these times, the damage goes far beyond classrooms. Families may send children to work or pull girls out early; lost learning turns into a skills gap, then unemployment, and eventually social unrest. Beca

finance

Stablecoins Get Green Light in Hong Kong, HSBC Stocks Rise

April 11, 2026

Hong Kong’s financial regulators have just handed out licenses to two new stablecoin issuers, kicking off a fresh wave of digital currency innovation. The move is part of the city’s effort to create clear rules for stablecoins while keeping a close eye on consumer safety and market stability. The

science

Black Astronauts Reach for the Moon, Inspiring New Dreams

April 11, 2026

At just twelve years old, Naia Butler‑Craig dreamed of space after seeing Mae Jemison’s photo at her church in Orlando. Years later, she earned a PhD in aerospace engineering and met Victor Glover, the first Black man to orbit the moon. He told her, “Make the choice right, ” a message that stayed wi