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Parking Wars: Beaverton to crackdown as residents, businesses debate enforcement

Crowded streets, double-parked cars and drivers circling for spaces in Beaverton have sparked debate over how the city should address parking problems.

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May 9 • 1:13 AM EDT • Business • katu.com
Funding crisis in Argentina sparks new wave of protests

Two years after the country’s research funding collapsed, scientists are demonstrating against the government’s failure to restore previously cut scholarships and increase salaries as required by a 2025 law.

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May 8 • 12:19 PM EDT • Science • thetransmitter.org
AI video featuring LA mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt sparks debate over the tech's role in politics
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May 7 • 11:49 PM EDT • Politics • cbsnews.com
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Summer of STEM adventures awaits at the Saint Louis Science Center

Visit the Saint Louis Science Center this summer and never stop learning! From special exhibition experiences to major upgrades of the James S. McDonnell Planetarium, guests of all ages will have ample opportunities to engage in STEM and spark their curiosity. This season is jam-packed with events, OMNIMAX® Theater films, and much more. The Blue […]

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May 7 • 11:27 PM EDT • Science • stlamerican.com
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Sparks finalize 2026 Opening Day roster

LOS ANGELES, CA – The WNBA season opens on Friday, May 8th.

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May 7 • 9:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
With GTA 6 Due Out in November, Rockstar Teases 'Exciting New Update' for GTA Online This Summer

In a blog post, Rockstar Games teased that an "exciting" new GTA Online update will be released this summer, sparking speculation about what it could involve given GTA 6 is set to launch in November.

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May 7 • 5:25 PM EDT • Technology • ign.com
How to Disable Google's Gemini in Chrome

Chrome users were caught off guard by a 4-GB Google AI model baked into Chrome, sparking privacy concerns. The good news: You can easily uninstall it. The bad? You might not want to.

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May 7 • 4:31 PM EDT • Technology • wired.com
David Attenborough Has Inspired Countless Scientists. To Mark His 100th Birthday, Here Are Ten Living Things They've Named After Him

Researchers around the planet grew up watching documentaries hosted by the English broadcaster and naturalist, which sparked their love of the natural world. Now, their discoveries become tributes to his legacy

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May 7 • 4:07 PM EDT • Science • smithsonianmag.com
Marco Rubio’s campaign-style video sparks presidential run speculation

Comments with optimistic tone went viral on social media with some framing it as unofficial start of Rubio’s campaign

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May 7 • 11:31 AM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
Demise of Crypto MAGA Sponsor in Poland Sparks Political Furor

The downfall of Poland’s biggest digital asset trading platform is causing trouble for Donald Trump’s ally in the presidential palace.

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May 7 • 8:37 AM EDT • Politics • bloomberg.com
#OTGYpsi: SPARK East's Small Business Support Hub offers many free services for Ypsilanti's entrepreneurs

Starting a new business—even a small business—takes a lot of work and resources. Fortunately, Ann Arbor SPARK East in Ypsilanti is there to provide such resources with its Small Business Support Hub. Lee Van Roth talked all about what the program does for budding entrepreneurs with Ann Arbor SPARK's director of entrepreneurial services, Kristine Nash-Wong.

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May 6 • 4:54 AM EDT • Business • wemu.org
Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez drills Trevor Story, sparking benches-clearing dispute and his ejection in loss to Red Sox

The incident came after Valdez gave up back-to-back home runs in the fourth inning on Tuesday night.

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May 5 • 9:21 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Local Fond du Lac metalworks business receives national recognition

Things move fast at Spark Ops Metalworks in Fond du Lac. But owner Maria Perl is used to rapid change. Before joining the world of manufacturing, she was working in a completely different field.

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May 5 • 8:52 PM EDT • Business • nbc26.com
Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez drills Trevor Story, sparking benches-clearing scrum in matchup vs. Red Sox

The incident came after Valdez gave up back-to-back home runs in the fourth inning on Tuesday night.

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May 5 • 8:35 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Entertainment complex plan sparks heated debate over Alpena County Fair’s future

ALPENA COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The future of the Alpena County Fair discussion is taking place on Tuesday. The fair board is discussing what it should loo

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May 5 • 7:27 PM EDT • Entertainment • upnorthlive.com
GOP offers $1B for White House security, sparking dispute over ballroom

Senate Republicans maintain their budget reconciliation proposal would authorize security construction, but not Trump’s ballroom. The White House disagrees.

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May 5 • 12:33 PM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Trump Sparks Health Concerns With Weird Food Boast

The president appears to have inadvertently explained one of his lingering ailments.

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May 5 • 12:12 PM EDT • Health • thedailybeast.com
Rising Sparks: Natasha Strydhorst, science communication - Morgridge Institute for Research

Natasha Strydhorst finds in science communication a good way to marry her multiple interests — and to address “the wicked problems that science and society are facing”

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May 5 • 12:04 PM EDT • Science • morgridge.org
Course on science museums travels to the United Kingdom

Every child can recall their first trip to a museum and the sense of wonder and excitement that comes from laying eyes on the real-life remnants of a dinosaur or the preserved artifacts of our ancestors. For a group of students taking a course on the impacts of colonization on science museums, that spark was ignited by all the work that went into the completion of those museum exhibits.

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May 5 • 11:01 AM EDT • Science • psu.edu
Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana map in major gerrymandering ruling, sparks political firestorm

Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to react to the Supreme Court’s Louisiana map ruling, discuss President Donald Trump’s Iran strategy, and highlight tax cuts boosting small businesses and workers

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May 5 • 9:28 AM EDT • Politics • foxbusiness.com
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Atrium Health, WakeMed propose to merge

WakeMed would become part of Advocate Health, Atrium’s parent company. The deal has sparked concern from local lawmakers, who worry it could raise healthcare prices in North Carolina’s most populous county.

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May 5 • 5:31 AM EDT • Health • healthcaredive.com
Supreme Court justices spar over Louisiana’s effort to speed up elimination of majority-Black congressional district

The Supreme Court cleared the way Monday for Louisiana to redraw a hotly contested congressional map that the court ruled days earlier was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander, a highly technical decision that sparked a bitter back-and-forth between three conservatives and a member of the court’s liberal wing.

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May 4 • 7:36 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
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Lightning strike likely sparked massive fire that destroyed USF St. Pete marine science lab, officials say

University of South Florida officials now believe a lightning strike sparked the massive fire that tore through the marine science lab on the St. Petersburg campus, as concerns grow over the loss of decades of research and critical equipment.

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May 4 • 6:52 PM EDT • Science • fox13news.com
Trump's Indiana revenge tour sparks an ad avalanche: From the Politics Desk

Plus, the Bernie Sanders lane is open in the 2028 Democratic presidential primary.

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May 4 • 5:00 PM EDT • Politics • nbcnews.com
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Fresh attacks in the Gulf spark fears of renewed war with Iran

A wave of fresh strikes on the UAE and Oman, along with reports of attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, undermined confidence in the truce between the United States and Iran.

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May 4 • 4:07 PM EDT • Politics • latimes.com
Inspire Vancouver grant program debuts with $6M for local arts, culture, heritage, and science -

The City of Vancouver is launching Inspire Vancouver, a new grant program designed to spark creativity and create more arts, culture, heritage, and

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May 4 • 1:24 PM EDT • Science • cityofvancouver.us
Trump ‘Wants Action,’ May Restart Iran War

While U.S. and Iran negotiations are still ongoing, the president’s intervention in the Strait of Hormuz could spark new tensions.

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May 4 • 12:52 PM EDT • Politics • nymag.com
Missing and Dead Scientists Spark Conspiracy Theories, Federal Probe

The scientists were all working on space and nuclear research, sparking conspiracy theories, a federal probe, and even comments from Donald Trump.

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May 4 • 11:15 AM EDT • Science • rollingstone.com
Donald Trump’s Dental Visit Sparks Health Speculation from Critics

President Donald Trump's unscheduled Florida dental visit Saturday drew health speculation from Dr. Jonathan Reiner and other critics on X.

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May 3 • 10:59 PM EDT • Health • newsweek.com
Lightning may have sparked fire destroying top US marine science lab, officials say

About 200 firefighters responded to devastating blaze at University of South Florida’s lab on Saturday

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May 3 • 12:31 PM EDT • Science • theguardian.com
I flew to Omaha to see if Berkshire bash is bigger than Warren Buffett

I spoke to more than 20 attendees, and many said that without Buffett as the main event, the meeting could lose its sparkle.

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May 3 • 8:31 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Local politicians face threats, cost of security sparks debate

A spate of political violence and a rising number of threats had rattled state and local officials asking what should be done to protect those in public office.

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May 2 • 6:20 AM EDT • Politics • bostonglobe.com
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As local politicians face threats, the cost of security sparks debate

From hardened SUVs to home upgrades, officeholders are going to new lengths to protect themselves. The question is: Who pays?

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May 2 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com
Business Lookahead: Eyeing oil, US jobs, and European earnings

STORY: From high oil prices and the conflict in the Middle East to U.S. jobs data and corporate earnings, here’s what you need to watch in business and finance in the week ahead.:: Crude and currencyOil prices briefly topped $120 a barrel this week to hit their highest level since 2022 as the war with Iran enters a third month.While the U.S. and Iran face pressure to end a conflict that has shut the Strait of Hormuz, the world watches anxiously as the biggest-ever disruption to energy supplies unfolds.For each week the Strait is closed, keeping oil elevated, the greater the economic risks via higher inflation or weak growth or, for some, both. Oil importer Japan just intervened to prop up a yen that has been weakened by the conflict.A new month is now underway and some traders will be mindful of that old adage, "Sell in May and go away.":: Jobs gyrationsAs the U.S. economy grapples with fallout from the Middle East war, Wall Street's radar turns to Friday's April monthly payrolls report.The U.S. economy likely created 73,000 new jobs, economists polled by Reuters forecast. In March, payrolls increased by 178,000, the most since December 2024, but that followed a sharp decline in February.The U.S. employment data comes amid signs of hawkishness at the Federal Reserve, as Donald Trump pick Kevin Warsh prepares to take over as chair with the U.S. president keen on rate cuts.:: Starmer’s statusThursday's local elections in Britain, usually a non-event for investors, could move markets in a big way, with opinion polls pointing to a heavy defeat for Prime Minister Keir Starmer's Labour Party.A heavy defeat could spark more widespread demands for his dismissal among his own lawmakers and stoke expectations of a successor more willing to run looser budgets. That would bring more bad news for British bonds.::European earningsIt's a big week for European earnings with Shell and Commerzbank among those reporting.On aggregate, profits are expected to grow 3.2% in Q1, according to LSEG I/B/E/S. Under the surface, it's a little bit more complicated. Growth is expected to be driven by just three sectors: financials, tech and energy. The latter is seen as the biggest beneficiary of the Iran war due to higher oil and gas prices.But if the war, and energy surge, persist, the overall outlook for Europe's earnings could turn.

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May 1 • 5:33 PM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
May Day protests disrupt schools, spark debate on political indoctrination

Fox News' Mike Tobin reports on upcoming May Day protests planned nationwide. Former White House press secretary Ari Fleischer weighs in.

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May 1 • 12:51 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
Whisky tariffs deal sparks political squabble over who claims credit

Party leaders quickly changed their campaign plans after Donald Trump's announcement on the tariffs deal.

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May 1 • 11:34 AM EDT • Politics • bbc.com
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Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana sparks debate over impact

The decision is drawing mixed reactions from voting rights advocates and political groups.

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Apr 30 • 6:15 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
Supreme Court ruling reshapes political power, sparks Democratic panic

Fox News anchor Bret Baier dissects the Supreme Court's significant redistricting ruling and its profound implications for the 2030 apportionment forecast on 'The Will Cain Show.'

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Apr 30 • 5:59 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
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‘Weed City’ pushback: New Buffalo crackdown sparks legal fight

New Buffalo, a popular vacation destination — and a draw for Chicagoans seeking lower-cost cannabis products — and is trying to rein in that trade, but dispensaries are fighting back in court.

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Apr 30 • 12:07 PM EDT • Business • chicagobusiness.com
Mamdani tax break proposal sparks fears as business leaders warn of ‘fragile’ NYC economy

Business leaders warn NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposal to scale back a key tax credit could hurt small businesses and drive companies out of the city.

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Apr 30 • 7:00 AM EDT • Business • foxbusiness.com
A New Jersey Republican hasn’t voted in weeks, sparking questions over lengthy absence on Capitol Hill

Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey has not voted in Congress in weeks, sparking questions over when he will return to Capitol Hill as he faces a competitive race for reelection back home and Speaker Mike Johnson oversees an extremely narrow House majority in Washington.

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Apr 30 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
The art of politics: how global conflicts are playing out in this year's Venice Biennale

Israel and Russia's return to the Biennale has sparked threats of disruption

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Apr 30 • 5:56 AM EDT • Politics • theartnewspaper.com
Simone Biles on mental health advocacy: "We're making progress, we're making change"

The 11-time Olympic medallist on how she sees mental health in sports five years after her conversation-sparking Olympics at Tokyo 2020.

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Apr 29 • 4:29 PM EDT • Health • olympics.com
Smokey Bones abruptly closes locations as NY closure sparks wave of surprise shutdowns

The BBQ chain abruptly shut down its Colonie, NY location on April 28, part of a fast-moving wave of closures sweeping across the country after its parent company FAT Brands Inc. filed for bankruptcy...

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Apr 29 • 4:37 AM EDT • Business • nypost.com
Impending layoffs at Laurel Ridge Treatment Center spark concerns about mental health care

Laurel Ridge Treatment Center announced that 648 employees would be laid off, effective June 26. Some are worried about the impact it will have on the availability of mental health treatment in San Antonio.

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Apr 28 • 5:35 PM EDT • Health • ksat.com
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We need AI, but the political backlash cannot be ignored

The rapid development of data centers to support AI has sparked a grass-roots political backlash, threatening to result in extreme measures such as the ban on data center development imposed by Mai…

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Apr 28 • 12:00 PM EDT • Politics • thehill.com
Stellantis office return sparks health and safety review
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Apr 28 • 11:17 AM EDT • Health • detroitnews.com
How to track time and attendance

Tracking time and attendance is key to running an accurate, efficient and compliant business. T In this Small Business Smarts, ADP’s Laci Buzzelli shares modern tools that can replace manual timesheets, streamline payroll and support compliance. For more information, visit ADP.com/SPARK

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Apr 28 • 9:20 AM EDT • Business • mediacenter.adp.com
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PlayStation Seemingly Brings Back the DRM Policy Sony Mocked Xbox For in 2013, Sparking Massive Backlash

Sony introduced a 30-day online check-in DRM for new PS4/PS5 digital purchases — the very policy it famously mocked Microsoft for in 2013.

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Apr 28 • 6:35 AM EDT • Technology • wccftech.com
What to watch for in WPIAL sports on Tuesday, April 28, 2026: South Park, Avonworth write next chapter in rivalry

The two high schools are not neighbors, as the distance between them is 37 miles.

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Apr 28 • 4:56 AM EDT • Sports • tribhssn.triblive.com
Hegseth and Kid Rock went ‘for a ride’ with Army helicopter pilots weeks after previous Apache incident sparked criticism

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that he and Kid Rock went “for a ride” Monday with US Army Apache helicopter pilots — less than a month after the military sparked criticism when Army pilots flew Apaches over the entertainer’s Nashville-area home.

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Apr 28 • 12:22 AM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
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Stephen A. Smith calls out heated political rhetoric after WHCD security scare

Stephen A. Smith recounts the fear inside the White House Correspondents' Dinner after gunfire outside the Washington Hilton sparked widespread panic.

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Apr 27 • 8:53 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
Ron DeSantis unveils new Florida congressional map that would give the GOP an extra four seats

Gov. Ron DeSantis reveals a new Florida congressional map that would add four Republican seats, sparking a clash with Democratic leader Jeffries.

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Apr 27 • 9:40 AM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
Amen Thompson sparks Rockets' 115-96 rout to stave off elimination

Game 5 is Wednesday night in Los Angeles.

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Apr 27 • 9:15 AM EDT • Sports • spectrumlocalnews.com
Scientists finally solve mystery of strange “golden orb” found 2 miles deep

A mysterious “golden orb” found more than two miles deep in the Gulf of Alaska left scientists baffled for over two years, sparking wild speculation about its origins. After an intensive investigation combining deep-sea expertise, microscopic analysis, and advanced DNA sequencing, researchers finally cracked the case. The strange object turned out not to be an egg, sponge, or anything alien, but the remains of tissue from a giant deep-sea anemone.

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Apr 27 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Stormers 48-12 Glasgow: Three things we learned

Glasgow are still very much alive in this season's URC title race, but this late-season wobble is now concerning. Having built a brilliant platform in both the URC and Champions Cup, the European defeat by Toulon seems to have sparked a mini crisis of confidence. Zero match points claimed, 14 tries and 102 points conceded across the two games and their long-held lead at the top of the table gone.

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Apr 27 • 5:16 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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A mom asked if her kid could move up to business class — and the Delta flight attendant handled it like a pro

The "cringe" request sparked secondhand embarrassment on Reddit, but the crew's response was spot on.

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Apr 26 • 3:37 PM EDT • Business • creators.yahoo.com
Sexual misconduct scandals in Washington spark scramble for reforms, expedited investigations

Scandals and resignations have reignited a debate about whether Washington’s rules and institutions for self-oversight can keep pace with the unfolding misconduct.

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Apr 26 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • latimes.com
Liverpool vs Crystal Palace: Relief and Reality in Chaotic Win

Liverpool Edge Past Crystal Palace as Lola Katz Roberts Dissects “Weirdest” WinLiverpool’s victory over Crystal Palace sparked an immediate and honest reaction on The Gags Tandon Show, where hos...

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Apr 26 • 1:55 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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PS4 Game Expiry Timer Sparks DRM Concerns, Here's What We Know So Far

Buggin' out

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Apr 25 • 4:30 PM EDT • Technology • pushsquare.com
Lab-Grown Sperm?! Cool Science or Sci-Fi Gone Wild

A biotech startup claims it’s created human sperm in a lab—sparking equal parts excitement, skepticism, and “wait… should we be doing this?”

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Apr 24 • 8:00 PM EDT • Science • nbcpalmsprings.com
I went to the largest aging conference: AI and age tech sparked debate

At the largest US conference on aging, AI, technology, the looming caregiving crisis, and Social Security dominated discussions about growing older.

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Apr 24 • 5:03 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Prince George's County approves $5K business fee amid backlash

A new business fee approved by the Prince George’s County Council is sparking strong debate between local leaders and small business owners who say the policy c

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Apr 24 • 4:21 AM EDT • Business • wjla.com
Ethics reforms won’t come easy on Capitol Hill after misconduct scandals

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are scrambling to meet the moment as a wave of resignations and misconduct scandals rock Capitol Hill, sparking calls for accountability.

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Apr 24 • 4:00 AM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
Middle, High School Students Given a Spark to Explore Pathway into Science at Mission College

To connect middle and high school students to a possible career in science, El Nido Family Centers partnered with Bioscience Los Angeles County Inc. (Bioscience LA) and LA Mission College […]

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Apr 22 • 11:50 PM EDT • Science • sanfernandosun.com
UNR opens three museums for Spring into Science, with fossils, robots and solar viewing

KRXI2 NBC Reno covers news, sports, weather and traffic for the Reno, Nevada area including Sparks, Carson City, Virginia City, Silver City, Stagecoach, Silver Springs, Sun Valley, Cold Springs, Spanish Springs and Fenley, Nevada and Truckee and Tahoe City, California.

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Apr 22 • 11:32 PM EDT • Science • mynews4.com
Why are other kids starving?

Witnessing poverty as a child sparked Luiza Lima Vieira’s quest to vanquish hunger — but first, she had to learn to listen to her own body.

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Apr 22 • 3:41 PM EDT • Health • news.harvard.edu
Masters of Albion does what Peter Molyneux promised, "it brings joy"

Masters of Albion is Fable creator Peter Molyneux's last game, and while it's launching in Steam early access, it's got serious sparkle.

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Apr 22 • 2:00 PM EDT • Technology • pcgamesn.com
CBL Scholars Program Opens Pathways to Business Law Careers  - UC Law San Francisco (Formerly UC Hastings)

First-year law students and 2026 CBL Scholars Deniz Masjedi, Alvaro Flores, and Tavia Pappaly gain mentorship connections with leading industry professionals as they prepare for careers in business law. Created by the UC Center for Business Law San Francisco (CBL), the CBL Scholars Program aims to develop the next generation of business law leaders, supported by contributions from individuals and corporate sponsors. The highly competitive program provides funding along with academic and professional mentorship to students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Scholars gain exposure to the Bay Area’s technology and venture capital ecosystems and access to UC Law SF’s broad network of senior legal professionals. Now in its sixth year, the CBL Scholars Program provides a scholarship and academic and professional mentorship to students entering the business law community from disadvantaged educational, economic, social, or physical backgrounds. The program is generously sponsored by the law firms Gunderson Dettmer and Goodwin Procter. Meet this year’s CBL Scholars: Deniz Masjedi, Alvaro Flores, and Tavia Pappaly. All three have secured summer associate positions at prestigious law firms. Deniz Masjedi: A Passion for Helping Founders Grow Companies Deniz Masjedi, who was born in Iran and moved to Southern California as a teenager, traces her interest in law to her family’s immigration journey and her desire to advocate for herself and her family. She earned a bachelor’s degree at UC Berkeley, where she studied political science and sociology. At UC Law SF, she serves as a 1L representative for the Iranian Law Students Association and is active in the Business Law Society and Technology & Law Society. Next fall, she will serve as director of mentorship for the Technology & Law Society and director of professional development for the Business Law Society. She will join Sidley Austin this year as a 1L/2L summer associate. Q: What draws you to business law? A: Prior to law school, I worked in Cooley LLP’s Private Companies practice group as a corporate paralegal for three years, supporting over 100 venture-backed startups and venture capital funds. I found purpose in helping founders transform their vision into successful companies. It was incredibly rewarding being part of their journeys—from company formation and initial financing to major transactions such as M&A deals. What excites me most about this field is the potential for a small, innovative company to become the next Google or Zoom, shaping how people communicate and access information. I hope to continue supporting entrepreneurs and investors as a corporate attorney. Q: What does it mean to you to have been awarded this scholarship? A: As the first person in my family to attend law school in the United States, receiving this scholarship is a tremendous honor. My parents and I left everything behind so that I could enjoy the freedom to practice my religion without persecution and pursue a career in law as a woman. This award is an acknowledgment of my dedication to business law and motivates me to continue pursuing excellence in this field. It also recognizes years of hard work—learning a new language, navigating the college and law school application process, and ultimately building a career in the legal profession. Q: How will this scholarship help support your future goals? A: This scholarship will provide access to mentorship from leaders in the field, enabling me to develop the skills necessary to offer practical advice and effective representation to future clients. It also eases the financial burden of law school, letting me focus on my coursework and deepen my commitment to corporate law. As an immigrant, breaking into the legal profession has not always been easy, and the time that mentors have invested in me has been instrumental to my progress. This scholarship will allow me to continue building those relationships while positioning me to one day mentor others pursuing similar paths. Alvaro Flores: Inspired by Entrepreneurs The son of Mexican immigrants raised in San Antonio, Texas, Alvaro Flores says he has long been interested in how policy, markets, and culture shape society. He studied international relations and global economy at the University of Southern California, with minors in business finance and legal studies. His experiences span local political organizing, venture capital and startup work, and teaching entrepreneurship. At UC Law SF, he is involved in the Business Law Society, Technology & Law Society, and the Latinx Law Student Association. He will join Perkins Coie as a 1L/2L summer associate with the firm’s Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice. Q: What draws you to business law? A: I’m drawn to stories of entrepreneurs whose simple ideas become companies that shape the economy and society. Spending time in venture capital and working directly with founders has shown me that many important decisions in the scaling process are ultimately legal ones, particularly how companies are structured and how capital is raised. Business law sits at the intersection of innovation and equity. It offers a way to stay close to the pace of technological change while also helping expand who gets to participate in it. There is something special about being part of that process here in the Bay Area, where the American Dream feels like it is reimagined in real time. Q: What does it mean to you to have been awarded this scholarship? A: I am truly grateful for the support and belief this scholarship represents. I see it not just as recognition, but also as alignment. The CBL Scholars Program’s focus on developing individuals who engage deeply with the business and technology ecosystem reflects the path I have been intentionally building. More than anything, it feels like an investment in that journey. I have been thoughtful about each next step–whether teaching, working in venture capital, or building multidisciplinary experiences–and this scholarship reinforces that those efforts come together in a meaningful way. Q: How will this scholarship help support your future goals? A: It allows me to focus more on developing as a business lawyer, without the distraction of financial constraints. Beyond that, the mentorship and access to the Bay Area network are just as valuable. I’m especially interested in working with early-stage companies and investors, so the opportunity to learn directly from people operating at a high level in that space is huge. Tavia Pappaly: Working in the Wine Industry Sparked Interest in Business and Law Tavia Pappaly spent five years in the wine industry before deciding to pursue law school with a goal of becoming a corporate transactions attorney. Pappaly says she wants to use her legal skills to help business grow and thrive. A first-generation law student from Fairfield, California, she is a member of the Legal Education Opportunity Program (LEOP) and will serve as vice president of social planning for the UC Law SF Sports Law Society in her 2L year. She plans to work as a summer associate at Gibson Dunn in San Francisco after her 2L year. Q: What draws you to business law? A: Business law brings together many of my interests and personal experiences. As the daughter of immigrants who grew up around a family-owned small business, I saw firsthand both the opportunities and challenges of building something from the ground up. That perspective, combined with my experience in the wine industry, solidified my interest in helping businesses of all sizes tackle evolving legal challenges. I’m excited to grow within the corporate law space and develop the skills and experience to support businesses at every stage. I’m deeply motivated to give back to immigrant communities and small business owners, whose experiences often intersect. By building a strong foundation in corporate law, I hope to support those working to create generational stability and to contribute in a meaningful way to the communities that have shaped me. Q: What does it mean to you to have been awarded this scholarship? A: Receiving this scholarship is incredibly meaningful to me. I take great pride in my background as a first-generation student and a woman of color, so being recognized for my potential in a field that has historically underrepresented those communities is both affirming and empowering. This program will help connect me to the resources and committed mentors that will help me succeed. Beyond that, it is no secret that law school is a significant financial commitment. This scholarship helps ease both the financial burden and the stress that comes with it, allowing me to focus more on my education and long-term goals. I am incredibly grateful! Q: How will this scholarship help support your future goals? A: This scholarship has already connected me with an incredible network of faculty, business law professionals, and like-minded students. The community fostered by the Center for Business Law is deeply supportive, and I’m excited to grow alongside my cohort. I truly believe this network will play an important role in helping me thrive in law school and position me for success in business law. As I have seen firsthand how impactful both financial scholarship and mentorship are, I hope to give back in this same way later in my career.

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Apr 22 • 11:00 AM EDT • Business • uclawsf.edu
Meta's new AI tool tracks staff activity, sparks concern

Meta deploys keystroke-tracking software on US employees' computers, sparking privacy concerns and internal backlash.

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Apr 21 • 3:16 PM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
House settlement filing over NIL deals seeks to reframe payments to college athletes

A filing by plaintiff lawyers in the House settlement related to NIL media rights deals sparks strong reaction from the College Sports Commission.

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Apr 21 • 12:56 PM EDT • Sports • usatoday.com
At least 10 scientists tied to sensitive US research have died or disappeared in recent years, sparking federal investigation

At least 10 people tied to sensitive US nuclear and aerospace research have died or disappeared in recent years, prompting federal investigations into whether the cases are connected.

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Apr 21 • 11:27 AM EDT • Science • cnn.com
3 HR must-dos new business owners need to know

Getting HR right from the start can set the tone for your entire business. That’s why in this episode of Small Business Smarts, we walk through three essential priorities every new business owner should focus on. For more information, visit ADP.com/SPARK

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Apr 21 • 5:05 AM EDT • Business • mediacenter.adp.com
Healthy diets spark lung cancer risk in non-smokers as pesticides loom

Younger non-smokers who ate diets rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains showed a surprising link to lung cancer, early research suggests.

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Apr 20 • 9:47 PM EDT • Health • foxnews.com
Drama between software engineer and Google heats up

Computer programmer and ex-Googler Steve Yegge said he had heard AI use within the the company varies widely, sparking a firestorm of public pushback.

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Apr 20 • 7:57 PM EDT • Technology • businessinsider.com
Drama between software engineer and Google heats up

Computer programmer and ex-Googler Steve Yegge said he had heard AI use within the the company varies widely, sparking a firestorm of public pushback.

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Apr 20 • 7:57 PM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Vermont businesses seek thousands in tariff refunds as federal system launches

“I think it could be huge,” said a representative of one Vermont customs broker. “I’m sure it's going to be a big windfall for a lot of companies in Vermont and elsewhere.”

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Apr 20 • 7:17 PM EDT • Business • vtdigger.org
Trump's tariff revival sparks business pushback

(The Center Square) – Businesses worldwide are urging caution as the U.S. Trade Representative's Office prepares for key hearings central to President Donald Trump's renewed push for higher import taxes,

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Apr 20 • 4:03 PM EDT • Business • thecentersquare.com
Consider Beijing’s 10-point plan, Taiwan business leaders urge ruling DPP

The island’s government has sparked a row by accusing industry groups of bowing to pressure from mainland China.

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Apr 20 • 9:15 AM EDT • Politics • scmp.com
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After a year of turmoil, cancer researchers see promising signs for mRNA vaccines

The mRNA-based Covid vaccines helped blunt the impact of the pandemic but also sparked political backlash that has threatened to slow or derail dozens of potential cancer treatments. Now there are signs that the mRNA train is still on track.

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Apr 20 • 7:00 AM EDT • Health • cnn.com
China's robot half marathon sets record, sparks laughs

A robot in China outran the human half-marathon record, though tumbles and chaos stole part of the spotlight.

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Apr 20 • 3:05 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Rare Cooler Master GeForce RTX 5080 shows up at repair shop, turns out it wasn't even broken

Limited Cooler Master RTX 5080 sent for repair after PSU swap What do you do when you install new hardware and see a spark inside your PC? The last thing

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Apr 19 • 8:00 AM EDT • Technology • videocardz.com
Iran war ceasefire, Q1 earnings will spark a big stock rally, strategist says

Ryan Detrick, the chief market strategist at Carson Group, shares his investing framework as the stock market rides a rapid relief rally.

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Apr 19 • 5:15 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Politics Unplugged (Full Episode) April 19, 2026

This week on Politics Unplugged: Gov. Hobbs halts legislation, Sen. Gallego faces scrutiny, and Trump's AI Jesus post sparks political fallout.

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Apr 18 • 11:53 PM EDT • Politics • azfamily.com
Notre Dame Spring Practice Report: Quarterbacks Shine In Jersey Scrimmage

CJ Carr sparks offense with impressive throws, showcasing advanced command. See how Notre Dame's signal-caller dominated in the spring scrimmage.

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Apr 18 • 8:34 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
First-ever SPHEREx images spark hope to finally unlock the Universe’s origin mysteries - Futura-Sciences

SPHEREx Takes Off: A Mission Begins On March 11, a Falcon 9 rocket launched from California’s Vandenberg Space Force Base, carrying a particularly precious piece of NASA’s scientific arsenal: the SPHEREx space telescope. Its mission? To map the cosmos with its high-precision instruments and spectacular image quality. No pressure, right?...

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Apr 18 • 1:00 PM EDT • Science • futura-sciences.com
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Monster Jam flips into Columbia with high-octane entertainment

COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) ---- Monster Jam is rolling into the Capital City this weekend.Here’s your chance to see popular trucks like Grave Digger, El Toro Loco, S

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Apr 17 • 10:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • wach.com
On the Move Spotlight: Dr. Eric Dreibelbeis

What initially sparked your interest in your current field or industry?I started my medical career as a hospitalist, helping care for some of the sickest individuals in the community when they were at their most vulnerable. I met patients in the ER and took care of them until they were well enough to leave the…

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Apr 17 • 7:00 AM EDT • Business • businessrecord.com
India's Wipro falls as weak forecast sparks growth concerns

Shares of Wipro ​dipped 2.9% ‌on Friday after India's ​fourth-largest ​IT firm's revenue ⁠outlook for ​the ongoing ​quarter reinforced concerns around growth ​visibility ​and margin pressure.

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Apr 16 • 11:54 PM EDT • Business • reuters.com
San Jose State deaths raise mental health concerns

San Jose State University has seen two deaths by suicide within a month this year. The tragedies have opened a window into a paradox facing Silicon Valley cities and institutions: addressing public locations that result in self-harm without sparking a "contagion."

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Apr 16 • 7:00 PM EDT • Health • sanjosespotlight.com
Glenwood Park businesses, residents optimistic over new Beltline expansion

The latest Beltline expansion is sparking hope among Glenwood Park residents and business owners, who anticipate what new opportunities it could bring.

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Apr 16 • 6:12 PM EDT • Business • cbsnews.com
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Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax killed his wife and himself, police say

Police say the couple was going through a divorce and that the shootings may have been sparked by court paperwork he received

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Apr 16 • 11:32 AM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com
States rush to redraw U.S. House districts ahead of the November midterm elections

Redistricting usually happens once a decade, but President Donald Trump sparked a mid-decade redistricting battle last year while calling on Texas Republicans to redraw their districts for partisan advantage. California Democrats reciprocated, and other states soon followed.

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Apr 16 • 11:24 AM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
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Health-E Commerce® to Demonstrate Engagement and Technology Solutions for Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRAs) at WEX® SPARK Partner Conference 2026

Health-E Commerce®, parent brand to FSA Store® and HSA Store®, announced today that it will join benefits industry leaders as a Platinum sponsor of the WEX SPARK Partner Conference 2026, a premier event for health and benefits professionals taking place April 27–29 in Orlando, FL.

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Apr 16 • 11:03 AM EDT • Health • finance.yahoo.com
Lead contamination crisis exposed in public parks across major southern city

An investigation found lead contamination at 50% of New Orleans playgrounds tested, sparking outrage and a push for $5 million in federal cleanup funds.

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Apr 16 • 10:29 AM EDT • Health • foxnews.com
Exploring the Future of Business School Education: Insights from AACSB President Lily Bi

Bi's discussion sparked a thought‑provoking exploration of the continued value of business schools in a disruptive world.

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Apr 16 • 8:00 AM EDT • Business • colorado.edu
Politics and the Bayeux Tapestry: the inside story of the blockbuster loan to the British Museum

History’s most famous embroidery has sparked endless fascination and controversy over the circa 950 years since its creation. In the run-up to its arrival in London, David Musgrove spoke to the UK Government’s Envoy for the Bayeux Tapestry Loan, Lord Peter Ricketts

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Apr 16 • 6:44 AM EDT • Politics • historyextra.com
This Stock Has No Business Being This Good and It Just Keeps Going

This highly cyclical company has increased its dividend annually for 53 years, which is an incredible feat.

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Apr 16 • 2:15 AM EDT • Business • fool.com
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Fighter pilot Rumen Radev looks to break Bulgaria’s political deadlock

Radev is vowing to combat the country’s oligarchs and mafia, but his Kremlin-aligned positions on Ukraine have sparked concern.

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Apr 15 • 10:00 PM EDT • Politics • politico.eu
Fraud allegations may spark additional probe

Staff found 15 instances when this occurred but noted that time limits for making a decision made it “impossible to determine the exact number of fraudulent QC’s claimed by Collector 1.”

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Apr 15 • 2:52 PM EDT • Politics • spectrumlocalnews.com