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Aurora’s New Casino‑Hotel: A Fresh Spot for Games, Food and Relaxation

June 26, 2026

Hollywood Casino and Hotel Aurora has opened its doors after a lively celebration on June 24, bringing a $360 million upgrade to the area. The brand‑new complex sits on Farnsworth Avenue, right across from Chicago Premium Outlets, and takes the place of a riverboat casino that had been operating on

opinion

How a Desert Lizard Saved Thousands of Lives

June 20, 2026

A lizard that can wait months without eating sparked a breakthrough in medicine. Scientists noticed the Gila monster keeps its blood sugar steady during long fasts, and a researcher at a Veterans Affairs hospital isolated a venom component that mimics a human gut hormone but lasts much longer. ...

politics

Why political parties keep redrawing borders to win elections

June 10, 2026

Back in the 1800s, a governor named Elbridge Gerry signed a law that twisted a voting district into a shape that looked like a lizard. The public laughed and called it a “Gerry-mander. ” That stunt started a habit both parties still use today: drawing district lines so one side can lock in more wins

sports

Caitlin Clark needs to be part of the team, not above it

June 4, 2026

The Indiana Fever seem stuck in a strange spot. On paper, they have all the ingredients for a championship squad: a star like Caitlin Clark, a dominant big like Aliyah Boston, and a sharp shooter in Kelsey Mitchell. Yet after eight games, they’re barely holding their own. A WNBA analyst recently arg

sports

Football Clubs Warned About Risky Crypto Sponsors

June 3, 2026

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has written to several football clubs, including those in the Premier League, to caution them about deals with crypto companies that may not be licensed. The FCA’s fraud unit head, Fiona Mackinnon‑Miller, said it has noticed more clubs signing up with firms t

business

New Drinks Coming to One Well Brewery

June 2, 2026

One Well Brewing in Kalamazoo plans a summer menu makeover. The city council gave the brewery a green light to open an off‑premises tasting room, but it still waits for the state liquor board’s final nod. The same board will also decide on a small distillery license and a mixed‑drink manufacturing p

politics

California Candidates Clash Over Trans Athletes in Girls’ Sports

May 30, 2026

Steve Hilton, the Republican front‑runner for California’s governorship, stepped onto the track field this Friday to launch a campaign rally titled “Save Girls Sports. ” His message was clear: he would fight against what he calls the “far‑left” stance on transgender athletes competing in girls’ team

entertainment

Orlando’s Hidden Gems Beyond Theme Parks

May 25, 2026

Orlando isn’t just about roller coasters and cartoon characters—though those are fun too. The city is mixing up its appeal with new attractions like Universal’s upcoming Epic Universe park, set to house five brand-new rides. Even sports fans get a treat: England and Costa Rica kick off the 2026 FIFA

celebrities

Fitness Influencer Shares Struggle With Grief and Small Steps Forward

May 25, 2026

When someone you love dies, even simple tasks can feel impossible. Fitness expert Jeff Nippard knows this firsthand after losing his fiancée Stephanie Buttermore in early 2023. Recently, he posted about how he’s been trying to rebuild his routine despite overwhelming sadness. Living temporarily in a

science

Do Insects Feel More Than We Think?

May 24, 2026

Crickets might seem like simple creatures that just chirp at night and get eaten by lizards. But new research suggests they could feel something closer to pain than we ever gave them credit for. Scientists tested how crickets react to small injuries, and the results are harder to ignore than a bug f