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Chicago’s Bus Network Gets a New Route for Obama Center Visitors

April 10, 2026

Starting May 23, anyone heading to the new Obama Presidential Center can skip the transfers and take a direct ride. The CTA’s popular express bus route 10, which usually zooms from downtown to the Museum of Science and Industry, will now stretch an extra mile south to serve the center. What used to

science

NASA's future in question as budget cuts threaten key missions

April 10, 2026

The White House's 2027 budget plan proposes slashing NASA's science funding by nearly half, putting over 50 missions at risk. This includes active spacecraft like Juno, which has studied Jupiter for nearly ten years, and New Horizons, which explored Pluto and the Kuiper Belt. Even missions that just

entertainment

Don’t Starve jumps into a richer world with Elsewhere

April 10, 2026

The survival game Don’t Starve took its first real step forward in nearly ten years when a new chapter called Elsewhere slipped onto the screen at a game showcase. Instead of staying flat and simple, the world now has real depth—literally. The old top-view maps now stack into layers like a layered c

entertainment

Two Canadian creators get major recognition for their bold Arctic comedy

April 10, 2026

Two television creators from Canada’s far north are being honored for their fresh take on Indigenous storytelling. The Breakthrough Award at a Toronto gala will go to Alethea Arnaquq-Baril and Stacey Aglok MacDonald, best known for shaping North of North, a Netflix and CBC co-production set in the A

politics

Can Iran and the U. S. actually find peace before the next fight?

April 10, 2026

The odds of lasting peace between Iran and the U. S. are slim at best. Even with a temporary cease-fire, history shows temporary pauses rarely lead to permanent solutions. Leaders on both sides have strong reasons to keep tensions alive. The U. S. can’t ignore Iran blocking a key shipping route. Isr

science

Space dreams: What Americans have really thought about exploring beyond Earth

April 10, 2026

Back in 1949, most Americans didn’t believe moon rockets would ever work. Only 15% thought humans could reach the lunar surface within fifty years. Even in 1957, when the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the public was still cautious. About 40% guessed humans might land on the moon by 1980, but anothe

sports

Mavericks Push for a Fresh Dallas Arena Spot

April 10, 2026

The Dallas Mavericks aren’t just planning a new home—they’re aiming for a complete game-changer. Their CEO recently met with local business leaders to outline plans for a sprawling 50-acre complex that would include an arena, team headquarters, a practice facility, and even hotels and restaurants. T

sports

Rory McIlroy ready for tough Masters ahead

April 10, 2026

Rory McIlroy isn’t expecting an easy week at the Masters. The Northern Irish golfer knows Augusta National will push players to their limits this year. Strong winds and fast greens mean scores won’t come easily. McIlroy expects a battle, not a high-scoring show. He calls it a mental test, not just a

sports

A Perfect Spring Day for a Big Win Celebration

April 10, 2026

Michigan fans will get lucky this Saturday with weather that seems to roll out the red carpet for the Wolverines' victory parade. Early forecasts suggest bright sunshine and mild temperatures around Ann Arbor, turning the celebration into a comfortable outdoor event rather than a sweaty summer slog.

science

How tiny cell parts travel between cells – and why that matters

April 10, 2026

Scientists once saw mitochondria—the powerhouses inside our cells—as fixed residents with one job: producing energy. Now they know these tiny structures are more like delivery trucks zipping between cells, dropping off supplies or picking up garbage. This movement happens with help from three main h