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Final frost alert: is your garden ready?

April 16, 2026

This weekend’s cold snap in Albuquerque isn’t just a random chill—it’s part of a bigger pattern. After weeks of unseasonably warm March days that had people planting early, forecasters now warn a late freeze could damage tender plants. The North Valley will see the worst of it, with temperatures dro

weather

Wisconsin skips tornado drill for 2024 due to recent storms

April 16, 2026

Wisconsin has decided to postpone its annual statewide tornado drill, which was originally set for April 16. The cancellation comes after recent severe weather caused damage in parts of the state. Instead of running the drill, officials want to focus on helping communities recover from the storms. T

education

When Colleges Charge Too Much, Who Really Pays?

April 16, 2026

A year-long study by a Yale-led team recently shook the foundations of elite higher education. Their conclusion? Top universities are losing the public’s trust fast. Ten years ago, over half of Americans trusted colleges to do the right thing. Today, barely one in three feels the same way. The drop

politics

Chinese artist under fire for old jokes

April 16, 2026

A Chinese artist known for poking fun at Mao Zedong is now staring down a prison sentence under a law that didn’t even exist when his controversial pieces were made. Sources report Gao Zhen was quietly tried in late March for “dishonoring national heroes and martyrs. ” Critics say this charge flips

religion

The Pope and U. S. Leaders Clash Over Faith and War

April 16, 2026

Pope Leo XIV talks a lot about religion and lately, he's been focusing on peace. But some U. S. leaders think he’s overstepping. JD Vance, the U. S. Vice President, has been Catholic since 2019 and thinks the pope should avoid theological debates. He argues that religion isn’t the pope’s only job, b

crime

SantaCon’s big party funds turned into personal shopping spree

April 16, 2026

Every December, thousands of Santa lookalikes flood New York sidewalks, bars, and subway cars with red suits and festive chaos. The event bills itself as a “charitable, non-political, nonsensical Santa Claus convention, ” selling tickets for $10 to $20 with promises the cash will help local causes.

health

How Where You Stand in Life Affects Your Heart Health Over Time

April 16, 2026

A new look at five large studies from around the world shows how moving up or down in social class might change your chances of heart disease or diabetes later on. Researchers tracked people for years, watching not just their income or job titles but also their daily habits and stress levels. They f

sports

Is LIV Golf worth saving?

April 16, 2026

When LIV Golf launched in 2022, it promised a bold new chapter for professional golf. Backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, the tour lured top players with huge paychecks and flashy events. But four years later, the experiment looks like a costly mistake. Viewership numbers tell the stor

entertainment

New Life for Coyote vs. Acme: From Shelved Plans to Big Screen

April 16, 2026

A long wait finally ends for fans of classic cartoon chaos. A movie pitting Wile E. Coyote against the company that made the traps he keeps buying is back on track. Years of delays and a last-minute cancellation last year couldn’t stop this project. Now, a different studio has stepped in to bring it

entertainment

A Small Film with Big Screen Dreams

April 16, 2026

A Gujarati film named "Last Film Show" is making waves across Europe, starting with a June release in France. Originally called "Chhello Show, " this drama about a boy’s love for cinema was India’s pick for the Oscars in 2023. It didn’t win but still got noticed, earning spots on shortlists and winn