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Arkansas Outfielder Ruiz Faces a Month‑Long Knee Break

April 1, 2026

Damian Ruiz, the Arkansas baseball team’s key left fielder, will be sidelined for roughly a month after hurting his left knee during a recent game. The injury happened when he leapt for a home‑run ball, and an MRI revealed damage to his patellar tendon rather than a complete tear. Coach Dave Van Hor

entertainment

Tech Tales That Feel Too Close to Home

April 1, 2026

Black Mirror isn’t just another sci-fi show about robots and spaceships. It’s a mirror held up to today’s tech habits, reflecting how close we already are to some of its wildest ideas. What makes the series stand out isn’t fancy effects or big explosions. It’s how it turns everyday tools—like social

health

Surprising Twist: Too Many Antioxidants May Change Baby Faces

March 29, 2026

Scientists from Texas A&M examined what happens when men eat large amounts of two common antioxidants – N‑acetyl‑L‑cysteine and selenium – for six weeks. The fathers looked healthy, but their pups showed clear differences in skull shape and eye spacing. The research was published in Frontiers in

celebrities

Big Names Turning a Year Older on March 29

March 29, 2026

The calendar marks another day for stars to celebrate. One of the most famous is Eric Idle, who reaches 83 years old today. He once made a playful documentary about the fictional band The Rutles, showing his love for parody and music. Brendan Gleeson also marks 71 this year. He is preparing to ta

politics

US Troops Arrive as Trump Weighs Possible Ground Action

March 28, 2026

U. S. forces are moving toward the Middle East, bringing a mix of marines and airborne soldiers to a region where diplomatic talks with Iran are still fragile. The deployment includes about 2, 000 paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne who can drop into action within a day of notice, and several hundre

crypto

Crypto Collateral: New Home‑Buying Pathway

March 28, 2026

Better Home & Finance is teaming up with Coinbase to let people who own Bitcoin or USDC use those coins as collateral for a mortgage. The plan is to launch the product within three months, offering a way for crypto holders to buy homes without selling their digital assets. Only about 1 % of recen

crypto

Fannie Mae Lets People Use Bitcoin for Home Loans

March 27, 2026

A big change in the U. S. housing market is happening now: Fannie Mae, the company that buys most mortgage loans, has started accepting Bitcoin and USDC as down‑payment help. Two new partners, Coinbase and Better Home & Finance, created the first mortgage that keeps crypto safe in a regulated accoun

technology

Trump Boosts Tech Team with New Co‑Chair

March 27, 2026

The President has added David Sacks, known for his work on AI and cryptocurrency, to lead the new Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. The council was created by an executive order this week to bring top scientists and tech leaders together and guide national policy. Sacks will now work wi

sports

Micro‑betting May Be the Start of a Big Legal Shakeup

March 26, 2026

The legal world is turning its attention toward the new trend of in‑game micro‑bets, and the National Football League is caught up in a lawsuit that could change how betting works on the field. Two Pennsylvania residents have filed claims against the NFL, two major sportsbooks—DraftKings and FanDuel

politics

Nevada's path forward depends on smart investments now

March 26, 2026

Nevada families today face a serious squeeze between rising costs and stagnant wages. Many working households wonder if homeownership, starting a business, or saving for the future will ever be realistic options again. This struggle isn't new for Nevada—decades ago, families built the state's infras