• Sports

    Gilgeous-Alexander scores 27 as Thunder roll past Grizzlies

      Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder shoots the ball over Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Memphis Grizzlies in the first quarter during Game Two of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center on April 22, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.| William Purnell/Getty Images/AFP OKLAHOMA CITY  — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 27 points, and the Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Memphis Grizzlies 118-99 on Tuesday night to take a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series. Oklahoma City delivered a strong follow-up to its record-setting 131-80 win on Sunday in the series opener. Though Memphis…

  • Insurance

    Law firm data breach: insurance insights

    The stark reality for legal practices today is this: The sensitive client information you handle makes you a prime target for a law firm data breach. Yet, despite the increasing cyber threat to lawyers, many still rely on insufficient insurance policies that leave them exposed to data breaches when it matters most. In fact, more than half of all firms have inadequate coverage. When it comes to cybersecurity, the gap between awareness and action is growing, and the consequences can be extremely costly. In this article, we’ll break down the unique ways law firms are vulnerable to data breaches and…

  • Business

    SBA Reports Major Increase in Manufacturing Loans Under Trump Administration

    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced a significant increase in 7(a) loan approvals for small manufacturers during the first 90 days of the Trump Administration. According to data released April 17, the number of loans issued through the SBA’s flagship lending program has risen by 74% compared to the same period during the start of the Biden Administration. Since January 20, 2025, SBA has approved more than 1,120 7(a) loans for manufacturers, totaling $677 million. By comparison, during the first 90 days of 2021, fewer than 650 loans were approved, amounting to $497 million in total loan volume. The…

  • Finance

    Our Brains Are Quantum Computers

    My Rich Habits research has taken me down many rabbit holes. Because habits are forged by the brain, I’ve been forced to take a deep dive into the anatomy of the brain and brain function in order to understand how the brain physiologically creates habits. After many years of studying the brain, I found myself forced down another rabbit hole – quantum mechanics. Why quantum mechanics? Well, several recent studies on the brain have determined that our brain is not what we thought it was. It turns out the brain is a quantum-based computer, specifically the myelin sheath part of…

  • Sports

    Angel Reese injury clouds her return to WNBA

    Angel Reese had an excellent rookie season with the Chicago Sky, breaking records for the longest streak of double-double games and the WNBA’s single-season rebounding record. Drafted No. 7 overall by the Sky, Reese adapted well to the physicality of the WNBA while still improving her game to match the league and her team’s style. While the Sky missed the playoffs, Reese’s season ended even sooner when she injured her wrist. She ended up having surgery to repair a hairline fracture in that wrist after the WNBA season. Despite her season ending early, Reese finished her rookie season averaging 13.6…

  • Business

    DHL Suspends Global Shipments Over $800 To U.S. Consumers

    by Jeroslyn JoVonn April 22, 2025 The trade war has forced DHL Express to suspend shipments to U.S. consumers on packages over $800. DHL Express is suspending global business-to-consumer shipments over $800 to U.S. customers, citing extended clearance times caused by recent U.S. customs regulation changes. The global shipping giant, headquartered in Germany, announced the move on its website just one day before it took effect April 21, Reuters reports. DHL blames the suspension on new U.S. customs regulations requiring formal entry processing for all shipments over $800—a significant shift from the previous $2,500 threshold that changed April 5. The…

  • Business

    Starbucks Is Opening a Store in Texas Made With a 3D Printer

    Starbucks’ first 3D-printed coffee shop is opening in Brownsville, Texas, next week. The 1,400-square-foot building shell has been 3D-printed, meaning that a massive 3D printer mechanically piped layer after layer of a concrete mixture to build the complete exterior structure. The location will only handle drive-thru and mobile orders and is set to open on April 28. A Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing shows that the location cost nearly $1.2 million to build. Starbucks told the Nation’s Restaurant News that it was creating the shop in partnership with PERI 3D Construction, a company that has completed 15 projects…

  • Sports

    Carcar City mayor faces admin, criminal complaint filed at Ombud

      CEBU CITY, Philippines — A complaint was filed against Carcar City Mayor Mario Patricio “Patrick” Barcenas before the Office of the Ombudsman Visayas. The complaint was filed on April 14, 2025. The cases were both administrative and criminal complaints. READ: Carcar mayor to police: Probe video allegedly using his voice talking about contractor’s ‘SOP’ for P149M project Barcenas, for his part, said that he had not yet received a copy of the complaint. He added that he welcomed the complaint and he would answer this immediately after he received a copy of this. Barcenas also said he believed that…

  • Health

    Learn Greenhouse Gas Accounting for IT with Cisco Networking Academy

    Greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting is becoming essential across every industry. However, IT has often been left out of the conversation. That’s why climate education leader One Point Five Academy has partnered with Cisco Networking Academy to create the “Introduction to Greenhouse Gas Accounting for IT” course. This free course helps IT professionals acquire the skills to measure, report, and reduce emissions associated with data centers, cloud infrastructure, and computing hardware—ensuring IT teams are equipped to support their organizations’ sustainability goals. What’s in the “Introduction to Greenhouse Gas Accounting for IT” course? One Point Five Academy specializes in helping learners break…

  • Finance

    You Can Earn $40/hr On These 5 Jobs Without A Degree

    Image by Elisa Ventur In today’s workforce, the idea that a college degree is the only pathway to a high-paying career is quickly becoming outdated. While higher education still holds value for many, it’s not the golden ticket it once was. Soaring tuition costs, student debt, and shifting employer priorities have led many to look for alternative routes to financial success, and those routes are out there. There are jobs that offer impressive hourly rates, flexible schedules, and long-term career potential, all without requiring a traditional four-year degree. Whether it’s a hands-on trade, a specialized tech role, or a high-demand…