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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

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’

entertainment

New Faces, New Moves in the Music and Entertainment World

April 18, 2026

A wave of fresh talent is reshaping the music and live‑event landscape. In Denver, a former Dallas legal chief has joined Oak View Group to help the company push its global venue projects. Her background in real‑estate law and international compliance is expected to speed up expansion into Europe, t

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

weather

Storm Threatens Buckeye Spring Show

April 18, 2026

The Ohio State spring game, a highlight for fans and players alike, faces an unexpected rival: the weather. A cold front moving through the Midwest is expected to bring instability and a chance of thunderstorms during kickoff, according to local meteorologists. While light rain can be tolerated on t

business

San Diego Lab Space: Empty Buildings, New Moves

April 18, 2026

San Diego’s science labs are mostly empty. About a third of the space sits unused, which is almost as high as it has ever been. The city’s rental rates are dropping and landlords offer more discounts, so some companies are stepping in. The latest data shows a split scene. Venture money is coming ba

technology

OpenAI Shifts Focus, Key Leaders Exit

April 18, 2026

OpenAI is pulling back from its video‑making experiment and trimming staff, as a senior project head steps down. The company said last month it was abandoning Sora, its video generation tool, and this week the team’s chief announced his departure. This move fits a larger pattern of trimming “side qu

politics

US Keeps Russian Oil Deal Open Amid Global Energy Chaos

April 18, 2026

The U. S. has extended a short‑term permission that lets other nations buy Russian oil by sea, even though critics say it softens sanctions on Moscow. The Treasury Department approved the renewal for about a month, ending on May 16, and it still bars trade with Iran, Cuba and North Korea. The move f

crypto

Schwab, the Crypto Powerhouse

April 18, 2026

Charles Schwab has announced that it will start letting people trade Bitcoin and Ethereum directly, a move that could change the way regular investors get into crypto. The service will roll out in stages: first employees, then a small group of early‑access customers, and finally everyone else. The c