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US Eyes Quick Fix for Hormuz Blockage

April 11, 2026

The United States plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz soon, President Trump said on Friday. He did not give details but warned that the move will be difficult. Trump also mentioned help from other nations, though he did not name them. He said that “other countries use the strait … and they’ll he

business

Kuku Smith’s Battle to Keep Her Beauty Store Alive

April 11, 2026

Kuku Smith stands outside her shop on Georgia Avenue, holding up T‑shirts that cost $25 each. The owner of a small beauty supply store that opened in 2019 is fighting an eviction notice while trying to keep her business running. She says the pandemic hit hard because she had just started and was

education

A New Chapter for Olin’s Innovation Leader

April 11, 2026

Markus Baer, who heads executive education and teaches about how people behave in groups at Olin Business School, was named the Knight Family Professor on February 18. The ceremony happened in the Charles F. Knight Center, a building that already carries the Knights’ name. Baer shared that this tit

education

Summer Days That Keep Kids Growing

April 11, 2026

The heat is coming, and many families look forward to trips, playtime, and a break from school. But for young children, the pause in classroom life can shake up routines that give them security and readiness to learn. Community Education steps in with a mix of programs that keep kids active, healthy

health

Healthy Habits for Latino Teens: A New Family Program

April 11, 2026

Latino kids in the U. S. face higher obesity rates than other groups, and a new program seeks to change that by meeting families where they are. The plan builds on the idea that people learn best when they see role models and get hands‑on practice, a concept known as Social Cognitive Theory. The cre

health

Weight and Smiles: How Body Size Affects Dental Happiness

April 11, 2026

The research looked at how feeling good about one’s mouth changes when someone is overweight or not. Researchers compared two groups: people who are obese and those with a normal weight. They measured how each group talked about their dental comfort, pain, and overall enjoyment of eating or talking.

crypto

Crypto Rules Boost: New Task Force Steps In

April 11, 2026

The U. S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission has announced a fresh team aimed at making the crypto world easier to navigate. The task force, named for its focus on innovation, was set up by the commission’s chairman back in March. The group is led by Michael Passalacqua, who currently advises the

crypto

Bitcoin Traders Shift Gears, Betting Big on a $80, 000 Upswing

April 11, 2026

Bitcoin traders are moving from defensive play to bullish bets after a brief pause in global tensions and a lift in oil prices. On the crypto options hub Deribit, the $80, 000 call has become the most heavily traded strike this week, with about $1. 5 billion in contracts that pay out if Bitcoin c

crypto

Iran Considers Bitcoin Fees for Oil Ships

April 11, 2026

Iran may start charging oil tankers a fee in Bitcoin to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The waterway is very important because it carries about one‑fifth of the world’s crude oil. The country wants to keep control over this narrow channel and use it as leverage in its dealings with other natio

education

New Meat Science Hub Opens at Idaho University

April 11, 2026

A fresh building on the university campus now stands as a tribute to a long‑time teacher and business owner. The 12, 750‑square‑foot center was officially opened last week after a long planning period and a $17. 5 million investment. Nearly three hundred people, including the family of the honoree,