How good is ‘Wicked’? It could sweep another million awards
“I’ve heard it said. That people come into our lives for a reason …” That poet lyric is from the song “For Good,” arguably the …
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Health and Wellness
Pfizer agrees to lower several Medicaid prescription drug costs
Washington (AP) — Pfizer has agreed to lower the cost of prescription drugs for Medicaid under a deal struck with the Trump administration, President Donald …
Minority-owned businesses shut out as loan denials soar
The doors of opportunity remain locked for too many. A new LendingTree analysis reveals that Black-owned businesses faced the highest rejection rate for financing in …
Business
1.2 million immigrants gone from labor force
It’s tomato season and Lidia is harvesting on farms in California’s Central Valley. She is also anxious. Attention from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement could …
Trump turns $11.1B in US government funds into 10% stake in Intel
Trump turns $11.1B in US government funds into a 10% stake in downtrodden Intel. PHOTO COURTESY OF TECHCRUNCH Washington (AP) — President Donald Trump on …
Prince Harry, Meghan and Netflix extend partnership for streaming programs
Harry & Meghan Documentary Part 2 PHOTO COURTESY OF NETFLIX Los Angeles (AP) — Prince Harry and Meghan have extended their partnership with Netflix and …
Technology
Google’s search engine dominance in biggest antitrust trial in decades
Google search page view on web browser. STOCK PHOTO The U.S. government is taking aim at what has been an indomitable empire: Google’s ubiquitous search …
Elon Musk’s brain implant company Neuralink says it has US approval to begin trials in people; FDA mum
Elon Musk’s brain implant company Neuralink says it’s gotten permission from U.S. regulators to begin testing its device in people. The company made the announcement …
Education
Glad to be a grad At PBSC’s 2024 fall commencement
West Palm Beach – “You are graduating from an institution making a difference in the community,” Palm Beach State College President Ava L. Parker told …
FMU names air pros to revamp aviation program
EXPERTS: Oneida James Rollins, above, was named chair of the aviation and safety program and Capt. Yograj S. Raghunauth is the new associate chair and …
Back-to-school health tips for a successful school year
TOWARD A HAPPY SCHOOL YEAR: From conscientious eating, to counseling your children about e-cigarettes. PHOTO COURTESY OF INSIDE CREATIVE HOUSE / ISTOCK VIA GETTY IMAGES …
Sports
Powell to Heat in 3-team trade
NORMAN POWELL: Brings his 21.8 points last season for the Los Angeles Clippers and career 40% shooting from 3-point range. John Collins goes to the …
Haliburton leads Pacers over Knicks 130-121 for a 3-1 lead
TYRESE HALIBURTON: His 32-point, 15-assist, 12-rebound mastery was historic – Nikola Jokic and Oscar Robertson are the only other players to post 30, 15 and …
Close games, heroic moments become NBA playoffs norm
AARON GORDON GAME WINNER: 30 percent of NBA playoff games have been close, decided by three points or less. PHOTO COURTESY OF YOUTUBE.COM Aaron Gordon …
