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The real space science behind 'Project Hail Mary'
The science fiction blockbuster wowed audiences with its depiction of space travel and more. Here's what NASA staff and other scientists say about the basis for the amazing events of the film.
'It was a cry for help' | Family mourns father killed in police shooting, says he struggled with mental health
The man's family asked that his identity, as well as their own, not be disclosed because they have not yet notified all of his extended family about what happened.
Plymouth Maple Fest sheds light on the maple syrup business
People from across the Plymouth community gathered on Saturday for the annual Maple Fest, which celebrates hand-made maple syrup across Sheboygan County.
Black doulas work to bridge health disparities for Black mothers
Saturday marked Global Black Doula Day and the start of Black Maternal Health Week. Pregnant and postpartum parents gathered on the West Side for a community baby shower.
Get on ‘board’ with Aspen’s charcuterie board business
Borde + Kurv offers handmade boards, along with baskets, spanning everything from brunch to charcuterie to dessert — with thoughtfully sourced and mostly local produce evoking European flavor and tradition.
Nearly 100 Colorado businesses have left or scaled back operations since 2019, report finds
A new report from the Colorado Chamber Foundation suggests the state’s weakening competitiveness is driving businesses out of state. Companies are blaming factors like increasing regulations and cost of living for why they’re choosing to...
L.A. Times readers celebrate UCLA women's basketball's title win
Times readers cheer UCLA coach Cori Close and players Gabriela Jaquez, Kiki Rice, Lauren Betts, Gianne Kneepkens, Angela Dugalic and Charlisse Leger-Walker.
Local View: Parable of three donors illustrates money in politics
From the column: "If the candidate takes the cash, it will be commingled into one larger snowball of contributions to make larger buys with diminishing marginal returns in voters per dollar."
San Jose faces legal heat over mental health crisis calls
A group of civil rights organizations is ratcheting up the legal pressure on San Jose over longstanding complaints that too often mental health-related emergency calls receive a police response — rather than assistance from mental health professionals.
U.S.-Iran direct talks begin in Pakistan as war's fragile ceasefire holds
Face-to-face negotiations have begun between the United States and Iran in Pakistan, days after a fragile, two-week ceasefire was announced.
Amazon ends support for these older devices
Some have criticized it for making up to two million devices “obsolete."
Pool at Altru Sports Complex will also house UND diving facility to simulate low gravity
The neutral buoyancy facility will be built under the floor of the pool's deep end and used for experiments, research and training in the space studies program.
Prep talk: Arcadia Invitational is set for Saturday at Arcadia High
Olympian Quincy Wilson leads the athletes scheduled to compete at the Arcadia Invitational in the night portion at 5 p.m.
Gut troubles? This gastroenterologist has tips to help you achieve 'poophoria'
In her new book You've Been Pooping All Wrong, Dr. Trisha Pasricha shares habits and practices to make your relationship with your solid waste as smooth as possible
I've been a Kindle user for 10+ years — and I may never buy another one
Amazon is cutting off older Kindles that still work perfectly fine, and it’s enough to make me rethink buying another model ever again.
Reader's View: Stauber silent on loss of science jobs
I think Stauber doesn’t care about local jobs at all.
Peru's election: A battle for the Presidency amid political chaos and crime
With 35 candidates in the race, Peru is set to elect its 9th president in less than a decade. Amid rising corruption and crime, voters are left asking: Can this election finally break the cycle?
Trump likes to back winners in foreign elections. The upcoming vote in Hungary will test his clout
Donald Trump has made a public flex of his political influence abroad on a scale that few, if any, U.S. presidents have, trying to marshal power he’s used domestically to sway races around the world
U.S. Small Business Administration in Helena to hear local perspective
A leader with the U.S. Small Business Administration was in Helena this week, to hear what’s on the minds of local business owners.
Fox Entertainment CEO Claps Back at Vertical Dramas’ Bad Rap and Looks to the Future With Dhar Mann
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“Who's the Boss?” star reveals he's delivering for Amazon: 'There's no shame in staying in motion'
Danny Pintauro portrayed Jonathan Bower on the ABC sitcom that aired between 1984 and 1992.
'Who's the Boss?' star reveals he's delivering for Amazon: 'There's no shame in staying in motion'
'Who's the Boss' star Danny Pintaturo reveals that he's delivering for Amazon because the entertainment business has been so slow.
Temple volunteers prepared local rec centers for spring, summer sports
Students, staff and faculty removed trash and debris from the Dendy and Martin Luther King Recreation Centers in an event organized through the Owls for Philly program.
Memorial Health Foundation fashion show raises over $142K
The Memorial Health Foundation 21st annual Fashion Show, this year with a Masquerade Ball theme, drew a large crowd and raised more than $142,000, with proceeds supporting local cancer patients and related health initiatives. The annual fundraiser supports the foundation’s cancer patient emergency fund and breast health initiatives, helping individuals undergoing treatment with expenses such […]
Altoona business owner accused of fraud
The owner and operator of Tipton Construction in Altoona was taken into custody Wednesday for allegedly committing a string of home improvement frauds. John Bailey Tipton II, 44, was arraigned Thursday by Magisterial District Judge Benjamin F. Jones on seven felony counts of making a false statement to induce agreement for home improvement services, five […]
'Malcolm in the Middle' star Bryan Cranston speaks on stunts, bee stings
Bryan Cranston is looking back on 'Malcolm in the Middle' given the recent Hulu revival, and the comedy icon confirms he was shaved, painted and stung in the name of comedy.
Local business owner weighs in as Louisiana blocks state minimum wage bill
For the latest session in a years-long debate, the Louisiana House Labor Committee has voted to kill a bill that would have established a $12 state minimum wage.
Blu Cow owner faces final day of business with gratitude, anger
Blu Cow owner Simone Larese is hosting a “black party” on Saturday, in which guests are invited to visit the restaurant dressed in black to mourn the loss of the Vail institution, before it closes...
Accusation of sexual assault threatens Swalwell governor bid
The Democrat running for governor categorically denied any misconduct involving congressional staffers. Then the San Francisco Chronicle published an article quoting an alleged victim.
Report: Dianna Russini "will not be reporting" during internal investigation
The New York Times has reversed course regarding NFL insider Dianna Russini.
Women's professional sports leagues see big surge in popularity and profits
Throughout the U.S. there’s been a rise in interest in professional women’s sports leagues over the past few years. According to Nielsen, in 2025 Americans watched 46 billion minutes of women’s sports.
Maricopa County health officials confirm first heat-related death of 2026
The person is identified as a man, and no additional details, including date, time or location, will be released "to protect patient privacy," according to the department.
5 To Watch: The Masters Edition & The Business of the Tournament
Check Out the 5 to Watch Masters Edition Below: This week with “The Sports Professor” Rick Horrow features a special edition with five things to watch at The Masters at Augusta National. Mr. Horrow goes behind the tournament with Amazon.com, Inc. (Nasdaq: AMZN) Video providing two hours of exclusive live coverage before handing it over […] The post 5 To Watch: The Masters Edition & The Business of the Tournament appeared first on CorpGov.
Trump’s divisive role in California politics is on display as GOP prepares election endorsements
Trump's endorsement of Steve Hilton for governor over Chad Bianco has upended the California GOP's strategy, forcing the party to refocus on other races.
Artemis II reentry will create a sonic boom. Here’s how to report it
Southern Californians might hear a sonic boom as NASA's Artemis II moon mission reenters the atmosphere off the coast of San Diego Friday evening, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
Trump administration admits a glaring error in its New York health fraud accusations
The error, admitted first to the AP, prompted health analysts to question how many of the Republican administration’s sweeping anti-fraud efforts were based on faulty findings.
Ontario’s big play: Building a sports empire in the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire city is experiencing rapid changes — the latest addition being a mega sports complex. Here's what residents and visitors can expect.
BAFTA apologizes again for racial slur scandal amid review results
BAFTA Board of Trustees says it is 'determined to learn from what happened' in the racial slur scandal that overshadowed its annual awards celebration in February.
Reporter, Politics & Policy
We need an experienced, mission-driven reporter for a four-month stint to help us cover the 2026 election and the changing world of politics and policy.
Sunset Buzz: In a world of AI, Jay Pham says, consider an Irish sports bar
The Four Deuces, 2319 Taraval Street, has anchored the neighborhood for decades. The latest chapter comes with a change in ownership.
YouTube Premium price increase to take effect in June
Google announced it will increase YouTube Premium prices for the first time since 2023. The new prices will take effect in June.
Winter Sports Club announces summer programming
The Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club announced it summer slate for kids ages six and over. For summer 2026, the club is offering weeklong multi-sport camps and all summer-long camps. Sessions are offered in June,...
The pros and cons of switching from Kindle to Kobo e-readers
Some BookTokers have declared they're finally ready to leave the Amazon Kindle ecosystem. But the grass isn't always greener.
Chris Brown and Usher are going on tour together: 'It's time'
Chris Brown and Usher going on tour together, the pair announced on Instagram.
How Sheng Wang finds 'Purple' comedy in a stuck drawer and a toothbrush choice
Comedian Sheng Wang discusses how his second special "Purple" represents a major evolution from his 2022 debut, reflecting his growth from intimate clubs to touring major theaters nationwide.
Crowd chants ‘Run again!’ to Kamala Harris, who said she’s ‘thinking about it’
The former vice president’s statement at a Black political convention was one of her most explicit signals yet that she could campaign again for president in 2028.
Amazon Luna axes third-party game purchases
Third-party game purchases and stores will disappear from Amazon Luna in June.
Amazon Luna ends support for third-party subscriptions and game purchases
You'll no longer be able to stream games you bought from EA, GOG and Ubisoft through the platform.
New Research Shows Many Social-Science Papers Lean Left. Does That Mean Bias?
A study used AI to analyze hundreds of thousands of abstracts published over the past 64 years.
Trump officials unveil designs for president’s controversial 250-foot arch
Military veterans have sued to halt the project, saying it would alter key views of Arlington National Cemetery.
Amazon Officially Phases Out Popular Ad-Free Streaming Service Plan
Prime Video tier changes.
Penner Sports Group becomes largest minority owner of MLB's Colorado Rockies
Broncos owners Carrie Walton Penner and Greg Penner are expanding their footprint in Denver sports.
Vatican meeting at Pentagon was ‘unusual,’ a church official says
U.S. and Vatican officials have sought to downplay accounts of a strained relationship, but there have been tensions between the Trump administration and the Catholic Church.
Amazon Luna goes all in on Stadia Pro-like subscription, removing everything else
Effective today, Amazon Luna is shutting down basically everything that’s not a single Stadia Pro-like subscription. Amazon Luna started off...
Amazon Luna Removing Paid Games And Offering No Refunds
You have until June 10 to enjoy the games you purchased on the cloud streaming service
Letters to the Editor: Anyone with political aspirations should be fighting to stop Trump
'Everyone knows President Trump is out of control, and yet Congress and the Supreme Court sit back and watch as we circle the drain,' writes an L.A. Times reader.
Amazon launches ‘Prime Video Ultra’ with new features, higher price
Last month Amazon announced that Prime Video Ultra would be launching soon in the US, and that day has officially arrived.
FoodeesFest debuts at Pearl outlets with food and local business support
FoodeesFest is making its first appearance in Mississippi, offering three days of food, shopping, and support for local businesses at the outlets in Pearl.
Denver Broncos wide receiver Marvin Mims, Jr. talks mental health with Aurora elementary students
Partnering with Aurora Mental Health & Recovery, Mims has prioritized discussing mental health with youth in the area.
Al Gore to Lead Keynote Conversation at 2026 Sustainability in Entertainment Honors Hosted by THR and the Sustainable Entertainment Alliance
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Regional business leaders share their perspectives on business advice
This month, we asked: What's the best business advice you've received and why?
Watch out for college sports 'reforms' that shortchange student-athletes
If the system is constrained for those whose labor actually generates the revenue, that is not reform — it is codified inequality.
Science with Stevie: Spring Allergies
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels gives us some tips on how to manage the pesky seasonal spring allergies in this Science with Stevie segment!
Democrats worry Schumer’s pick in Maine could imperil hopes of Senate control
Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, has gone negative against Graham Platner. The attacks have not worked, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer so far has declined to bail her out.
Trump started the Iran war with 5 goals. How far has he really gotten?
The president claimed he achieved them all. The reality is more complicated.
Amazon's 'Project Houdini' reinvents how data centers are built
Amazon's Project Houdini aims to accelerate AWS data center builds using modular construction, reducing labor hours and speeding up deployment.
Countries are turning against U.S. fossil fuels after Iran war
As economies in Asia and Europe reel from the energy disruption, leaders make plans to permanently replace imported oil and gas with homegrown energy.
Crossroads District businesses react to Royals stadium proposal near their neighborhood
Local business owners in the Crossroads District reacted to the city's new Royals stadium proposal two years after voters denied a sales tax extension for a downtown baseball stadium.
Artemis II has cosmic plans that rely on Colorado's space science
The unit that has deep roots with Denver's Lockheed Martin splashes down on Friday evening.
Making cutting-edge science accessible to early physics students
By feeding students the mysteries and wonder of modern physics, Don Lincoln hopes to ‘blow their minds.’
Orange Lutheran, Norco reach championship game at Boras Classic
No. 2 Orange Lutheran will face No. 3 Norco in the Boras Classic championship with the winner becoming the new No. 1 team in Southern California.
Drip Bros founders giving back to the community through growing business
At a Little League game in San Luis Obispo, two young entrepreneurs are stepping up to the plate, both on the field and in the business world.
WATCH: South Phoenix businesses are feeling the heat, and it's not helping business
As temperatures rise in Phoenix, some South Phoenix business owners say the heat is keeping customers away and driving up electric bills.
Highway ad sign costs double, pricing out Montana business owners
Sponsorship of businesses on Montana highway exit signs have doubled in cost, pricing out some small business owners.
Celebrate Amazing Stories and Science Fiction’s 100th Birthday
Doors Open 7:15 p.m. Celebrate Amazing Stories and Science Fiction’s 100th Birthday with us! In April 1926, Hugo Gernsback published Amazing Stories magazine for the first time, and while the name of the genre took a few more years to become a household term, many credit this moment with the birth of Science fiction fandom as we know it today! Join us for a two-panels featuring a discussion on the impact of Amazing Stories and Science Fiction as a genre! Featuring published authors, scholars, and podcasters with deep knowledge of the history and great works of the last 100 years. The second panel will be a how-to guide for writing your own Science fiction stories or novels, including teachers, authors, and scholars of the genre. Verbatim Books on Facebook / Instagram
ARTEMIS Week Kicks off at Fleet Science Center in Balboa Park
The center is celebrating humanity’s return to deep space exploration. Visitors can explore the temporary ARTEMIS II exhibits and follow the mission as it unfolds in real-time.
Why Massachusetts ranks No. 1 for child health and where gaps remain
Massachusetts child health ranking explained: what it means for families.
U.S. talks with Iran are still on despite tests of ceasefire
The ceasefire U.S.-Iran deal became even more fragile Thursday as Iran said Israeli strikes in Lebanon overnight violated the agreement.
Pink will host 2026 Tony Awards
Raise your glass, pop singer Pink will host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7.
Evers signs law legalizing tribal run online sports betting in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers signed a bill into law on April 9 that legalizes online sports betting, making it the 33rd state to allow the practice. ...
Looking for sports to watch for free? Here's a FAST way to do it
FAST stands for free ad-supported streaming television. Granted, FAST channels don’t carry the biggest games, but in a world where watching sports only gets more expensive, I refer you back to the word FREE.
Amazon’s chip business could be worth $50 billion, Jassy says, and he hints it may sell them externally
Andy Jassy's 2026 shareholder letter reveals Amazon's Graviton, Trainium, and Nitro chips generate $20bn+ a year — and could be sold directly to third parties.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Small Business Index
Small businesses are healthy but cautious in Q1 2026, with inflation back as the No. 1 concern and owners dialing back growth plans.
Amazon upsets ebook lovers by ending support for old Kindle devices
Up to 2m e-readers made before 2013 will no longer be able to download new titles
Amazon Just Revealed This 1 Business Is Worth More Than 82% of Fortune 500 Companies (Hint: Not Cloud Computing)
While AWS generates the bulk of Amazon's profits, this business is growing even faster.
Arts and Entertainment Agenda, April 10-16
Aspen 2026 Shortsfest final days, April 10-11 Aspen’s 2026 Shortsfest, recognized as one of North America’s premier short-film festivals and the only Academy Award-qualifying festival dedicated solely to shorts, wraps this week. The “In Conversation...
How a series of ‘left turns’ led to wearable health tech breakthroughs at UCLA
In an alternate world, UCLA professor Anne Andrews might be a CIA agent. But in this one, she’s a scientist breaking new ground measuring chemicals in the brain and body.
Colorado Springs’ mayor has a new chief of staff. It’s the guy he trounced in the election.
Mayor Yemi Mobolade on Thursday named Wayne Williams his chief of staff. Williams, a Republican who is Colorado’s former secretary of state, lost to Mobolade in the 2023 mayoral election.
Amazon debuts Masters coverage, becoming the tournament's fourth-ever media partner
Amazon will have two hours of exclusive Masters coverage Thursday and Friday in its debut year as a media partner for the prestigious golf tournament.
EisnerAmper to add KLG Business Valuators & Forensic Accountants
The Top 20 Firm will acquire KLG Business Valuators & Forensic Accountants in a deal expected to close this May.
Entertainment this week: Red Not Chili Peppers, Spring Thaw Scavenge Hunt, and more
Friday, April 10 The Live Oaks – 7:30-10:30 p.m., Moody’s Bistro, Bar & Beats, 10007 Bridge St. The Live Oaks are an Americana-Soul band of very close friends that was started way, way back in 2016 (originally...
User anger as Amazon ends support for some older Kindles
The move means owners of Kindles released before 2013 will be unable to download new e-books.
Looks Like 'Elden Ring' Will Be A Pricey Game-Key Card Release On Switch 2
Pre-orders have popped up on Amazon
Amazon Rises Toward Key Level; CEO Says This Is 'On Fire'
Andy Jassy touted growth for the tech giant's custom AI chips.
Amazon Pharmacy to Offer Eli Lilly and Company’s New GLP-1 Pill Foundayo via Same-Day Delivery
Amazon Pharmacy (NASDAQ: AMZN), a full-service digital pharmacy that offers fast medication delivery directly to customers' homes, now offers Eli Lilly and C...
What one campaign rally in Michigan reveals about young voters ahead of the midterm elections
Many young voters say politics isn’t delivering and they want candidates who offer something new, not just opposition
Amazon says annual revenue run rate for chips business now over $20 billion
Amazon.com's annual revenue run rate for its chips business, which produces its Graviton and Trainium processors, is now over $20 billion, CEO Andy Jassy said in a letter to shareholders on Thursday.
CEO Andy Jassy’s 2025 Letter to Shareholders
Read Amazon CEO Andy Jassy’s 2025 Letter to Shareholders.
K-pop conquered Coachella. Now it's Bini's turn to show off the Philippines
Coachella is 'a great responsibility for us,' the group's Colet added. 'Because we want to open the door to more Filipino art.'
This detox may erase 10 years of social media brain damage, researchers say
Studies show that taking even short breaks could reverse measures of cognitive decline.