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Rent Control Slows Home Improvements, Not Housing

April 3, 2026

Paragraph 1 In Pennsylvania, many people think rent limits will keep homes affordable. The truth is different. When owners can’t raise rents, they often skip needed fixes. Paragraph 2 A man who runs a manufactured‑home park in Bedford County shows this. He bought the site when it was run down

opinion

Cutting Maine’s Power Bills Without a Public Utility

April 3, 2026

Maine residents are feeling the pinch of high electricity costs, and many think only public power could solve it. In reality, there are several practical steps that can lower bills for users of the two main investor‑owned companies, Central Maine Power and Versant. These ideas are already in play fo

sports

Youth Sports Champion: LA84’s New Play Push

April 3, 2026

The 1984 Los Angeles Olympics left a lasting gift: the LA84 Foundation. It started with $93 million in profits and now gives more than $250 million to youth sports groups in Southern California. Last Thursday, the foundation held its eighth Play Equity Summit. The goal: fix the problems tha

entertainment

Reality TV in Utah: A Look Beyond the Drama

April 3, 2026

The month of March brought a flood of headlines for Utah’s reality scene. A new season of “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” hit screens, a beloved Bachelorette contestant was dropped from her show, and several high‑profile divorces made news. These events feel like a whirlwind of conflict, but they als

politics

A Quick Look at How Insurance Rules Are Shifting Your Healthcare Dollars

April 3, 2026

The government just changed how Medicare Advantage scores health plans, and the results are big money shifts. New rules cut the number of quality checks insurers face, adding about $18. 6 billion to their profits over the next ten years. These changes came faster and went further than experts guesse

education

How Can Schools Help Students Work Well With AI Tools?

April 3, 2026

Schools today face a new challenge: teaching students how to handle AI without losing important human skills. AI tools are everywhere now, from chatbots that explain homework to apps that grade essays. But just teaching students how to use these tools isn’t enough. The real goal should be helping th

sports

Why NBA Players Feel Trapped Between Free Speech and Team Rules

April 3, 2026

The NBA’s competitive world often clashes with modern conversations about freedom of expression. When the Chicago Bulls cut guard Jaden Ivey in late March, the move wasn’t just about basketball—it sparked debates on whether players can truly share their thoughts without consequences. Ivey, a promisi

technology

Why Old-School Software Might Beat New AI Hype

April 3, 2026

The idea that new AI startups will crush every company that isn’t built for AI misses a simple truth: many old software firms already have what AI needs most. Customers trust them, their teams know their systems inside out, and they can upgrade without starting from zero. That’s not just survival—it

health

Weight and waist size may signal COPD risk

April 3, 2026

More belly fat often means bigger health concerns, but one measure – the weight-adjusted waist index – might hint at trouble in the lungs too. Researchers looked at thousands of adults and found that people with higher WWI scores had a tougher time breathing over time. COPD, the disease that slowly

health

Food for Hair: Why Omega-3s Might Be What Your Strands Need

April 3, 2026

Hair growth isn’t just about expensive products. What you eat plays a big role, yet omega-3 fatty acids often get overlooked. This nutrient helps hair stay strong by supporting the scalp and keeping hair follicles active longer. Most people worry about pollution, heat tools, or genetics, but nutriti