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How close is too close? The link between city stores and habits

May 4, 2026

Cities have a way of making almost anything easy to find. Bangkok is no exception, especially when it comes to everyday products like alcohol and cigarettes. Researchers wanted to see if where people live and who they are plays a role in how often they end up buying these items. They looked at how f

science

Finding New Ways to Keep Cow Infections Under Control

May 4, 2026

Farm animals often face health issues that cost farmers time and money. One common problem is udder infections in cows, caused by bacteria like Enterococcus faecalis. These germs don’t just harm the cows—they can also sneak into milk and dairy products, raising concerns about food safety. Antibiotic

opinion

Buffalo fans show the real meaning of cross-border friendship

May 4, 2026

When hockey fans in Buffalo belted out the Canadian national anthem after a mic cut out during an NHL game, the moment revealed something deeper than just a love of sports. Sure, they knew all the words—but the bigger story is how effortlessly they connected with their neighbors just across the rive

science

Breeding Better Barley: A Look at the Genes That Fight Early Sprouting

May 4, 2026

Barley doesn’t always wait to be harvested. Sometimes, rain before cutting triggers premature sprouting in the field, turning starch into sugar and ruining quality. Scientists have now found small genetic differences that help some barley plants resist this problem, called preharvest sprouting. Inst

sports

Alaska High School Sports Roundup: Close Games and Big Wins

May 4, 2026

On May 2, 2026, Alaska's high school sports scene saw tight matches and lopsided victories across soccer, baseball, softball, and track and field. In girls' soccer, South High School dominated with a 17-0 win, while Palmer delivered the highest-scoring result—a 15-0 victory in boys' baseball against

politics

Frisco’s mayoral race goes to a runoff in June

May 4, 2026

Frisco voters just picked their top two mayoral candidates in a tight race. None of the four hopefuls crossed the 50% mark, so the showdown now heads to June 13. The winner will replace the outgoing mayor, who’s served nine years and can’t run again. Frisco has exploded in size since the last open-s

technology

Trading in the Digital Age: When Your Money Runs on Autopilot

May 4, 2026

The world of cryptocurrency trading has flipped traditional rules upside down. Prices don’t wait for business hours anymore—they swing wildly day and night, reacting faster than any human can keep up. This always-on nature isn’t just a quirk of digital money; it’s reshaping how people invest. The re

crypto

Crypto Case Brings Former Partner Into Spotlight

May 3, 2026

A lawsuit in New York federal court claims that Ben Pasternak and two of his crypto projects ran a misleading token scheme linked to the Believe platform. The complaint says the operation produced over $6 billion in trading volume while Pasternak and his companies earned millions in fees before the

politics

Canada Plans to Remove Crypto ATMs Over Fraud Concerns

May 3, 2026

"The first Bitcoin machine opened in a Vancouver coffee shop over a decade ago, and now Canada is looking to shut them all down. Canada operates the most crypto ATMs per person in the world, with nearly 4, 000 machines across the country. In its latest economic brief, Ottawa announced a plan t

business

Cheap Business‑Class Seats That Won’t Break the Bank

May 3, 2026

Finding a lie‑flat seat for less than $3, 000 is easier than you think. Some airlines use lower prices to fill empty premium seats when demand dips, and savvy travelers can spot these bargains by staying flexible with dates and itineraries. When you search for business‑class flights, look past