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Back to the Water Fest: Hobart's park fun with a green twist

April 28, 2026

Hobart’s Water Fest made a comeback after skipping a few years, landing at Robinson Lake Park on a crisp morning. The festival used to be a big deal before 2020, but it took a break thanks to the pandemic. This year, the city hoped to bring families together to enjoy nature while learning about prot

finance

Who’s Watching the Watchmen? Willis Lease Payouts Under Fire

April 28, 2026

Willis Lease Finance Corporation has been handing out some seriously big checks to its top boss, Charles F. Willis IV. Since 2022, his annual pay has jumped from $6. 2 million to $14. 2 million, with more than half of it paid in company stock. That’s a lot of paper wealth—especially when the company

finance

Robinhood’s First Quarter: What Numbers Really Matter

April 28, 2026

The first quarter numbers for Robinhood are out soon. Experts predict a small profit increase compared to last year, with earnings per share expected around $0. 39. Revenue is also looking up, though not as high as the last quarter. This suggests some growth, but not a huge spike. Crypto plays a bi

politics

Questioning the Mind Behind Military Orders

April 25, 2026

During a briefing on the U. S. operation against Iran, defense officials faced two probing questions from reporters. One asked what goes on inside a leader’s head when ordering violent actions. The response highlighted the aim to give soldiers confidence and control within legal limits, while protec

environment

Words we lose, world we forget

April 25, 2026

Everyday speech used to include mossy banks, singing bees, and blade-soft grass. Yet over two centuries, these small picturesque labels have quietly slipped out of books and conversations. A study tracking 28 simple nature words finds they appear sixty percent less now than in 1800, matching a paral

sports

Detroit Breaks Home Playoff Drought, Stays in Series

April 23, 2026

In a decisive win that snapped an 11‑game home losing streak, Detroit outscored Orlando 98-83 to keep the first‑round series alive. The Pistons, led by Cade Cunningham’s 27 points, 11 assists and six rebounds, turned a tied game into a blowout in the third quarter. Their offense exploded 38-16, with

technology

What monitors can do now—and why it matters

April 23, 2026

Monitors used to be simple. Resolution went up. Refresh rates climbed slowly. Panel tech improved bit by bit. Upgrades felt predictable, almost boring. That’s not the case anymore. A wave of new display tech is reshaping what screens can handle and how people use them. OLED panels are leaving gamin

finance

Sports betting apps: fun for some, risky for others

April 22, 2026

A billionaire who made his money betting on markets now warns that sports prediction apps can hook young men fast. These platforms let users place bets in seconds through their phones, often linking directly to bank accounts. Unlike older gambling styles, there’s no waiting in line or handing over c

sports

Unexpected Upsets Shake Up NBA Playoffs

April 21, 2026

The first round of the playoffs kicked off with a surprise that rattled the Eastern Conference. Detroit, the top seed, lost to Orlando, who entered as the lowest ranked team. The Magic won 112‑101, with Paolo Banchero scoring 23 points and all five starters adding at least 16. Detroit’s offense falt

sports

Celebrity Stars Light Up the NBA Playoffs

April 21, 2026

The 2026 NBA playoffs drew a crowd that went beyond the hardwood, featuring some of Hollywood’s brightest faces. Instead of starting with the usual match‑ups at Madison Square Garden and Crypto. com Arena, this rewrite highlights how the presence of well‑known actors and musicians turned every ga