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Chimaev vs. Strickland: What the Stats and Odds Really Say

May 1, 2026

The fight everyone’s talking about pits two middleweights against each other—but the story isn’t just about who’s the better fighter. Khamzat Chimaev, a 31-year-old powerhouse from the UAE, steps into the cage undefeated at 15-0. His opponent, Sean Strickland, a 35-year-old American with 30 wins, br

politics

What Americans Really Believe About Human Rights—and Why It Matters

May 1, 2026

A growing number of Americans now see certain authoritarian governments as better on human rights than their own country. Polls show this shift is especially strong among younger Democrats, who view Iran, Israel, and even China in similar negative ways—or sometimes even favor China over the U. S. Th

politics

How Washington Can Save Millions by Listening to Insiders

May 1, 2026

Lawmakers in Washington are talking a lot about audits these days, but there’s a smarter way to catch fraud before it drains public funds. A bill proposed by Rep. David Hackney aims to reward whistleblowers who expose cheating in government programs—not just Medicaid. Right now, Washington is one of

technology

PlayStation games now: one-time check, no more hassles

May 1, 2026

A strange warning popped up last weekend for some PlayStation buyers. New digital copies suddenly showed a 30-day countdown, making players worry they’d lose access if they stayed offline. Quick tests by gamers suggested the timer might reset itself after a month, turning a one-time check into a per

entertainment

A free messed-up game led to a full fix for fans

May 1, 2026

A few weeks back, an Xbox glitch turned Wasteland Remastered into a free download for a short time. Players who grabbed it ended up with a version that wouldn’t even run. Instead of taking it away, the studio behind the game is now giving those players a working copy to replace the broken one. Wast

politics

Why the EPA budget fight matters beyond Washington

May 1, 2026

Lawmakers squared off this week over future funding for the nation’s main pollution watchdog, the EPA. Democrats argued the agency is abandoning its job to keep air and water clean, warning that half-funding requests would gut state programs that test wells, treat wastewater, and track cancer-causin

education

College Food Pantries: A Smart Fix for Hungry Students

May 1, 2026

Most college students juggle classes, jobs, and bills, but many also worry about where their next meal will come from. A survey in Chicago found that 60% of students at one college campus struggled with food insecurity—meaning they sometimes ran out of food or couldn’t afford enough. That’s higher t

politics

Political Donations: How to Tell a Real Fundraiser from a Fake One

May 1, 2026

Before the next big election season, a warning is going around about fake fundraising groups calling themselves PACs. These groups often pretend to support political causes but actually pocket most of the money they collect. With fundraising reaching a peak during midterm elections, these scams beco

politics

Science and Power: Who Should Really Run Research?

May 1, 2026

In 2026, dozens of top scientists received an unexpected message ending their roles on a key government board. The emails came without warning, saying their jobs were over immediately. Many had been picked for these positions years earlier. They were about to start work on a major report about Ameri

politics

City Money Update: Where It Comes From and Where It Goes

May 1, 2026

At a recent meeting, city finance leaders shared a small rise in first-quarter income tax collections for 2026. The bump was tiny—just half a percent higher than the same time last year, adding $3, 872. Most of that extra cash came from people filing personal tax returns, business estimates, and pay