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May 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

HBO’s Final Season of “Hacks” Keeps Growing Stronger

The show that many call the best comedy on TV is heading to its final chapter, and it’s getting better. “Hacks” has already earned a near‑perfect rating, but the last season shows why it’s still worth watching. The series takes a sharp look at Hollywood through the eyes of two stand‑up comics fro

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May 11 2026OPINION

Stability Over Speculation: Why Worcester Needs Rent Limits

Rent control in Worcester has become a shouting match, with one side saying housing is a right and the other warning that any rule will kill growth. The real issue is how landlords treat apartments: as long‑term homes or quick profits. The upcoming ballot question only touches buildings with five o

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Steps That Really Keep the Pounds Away

Walking is good for health, but how many steps a day do you really need to keep the weight off? A recent study shows that 8, 500 steps a day is enough to stay lean after dieting. The idea of walking ten thousand steps came from a 1960s ad in Japan, not science. Researchers looked at people

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May 11 2026POLITICS

The Supreme Court’s Growing Power—and Why That’s a Problem

For years, the Supreme Court has quietly gained more influence in US politics than its founders ever planned. Now it sits in the middle of fiery debates, often making decisions that lean heavily conservative while handling issues that should be settled by elected leaders. Some argue that Democrats m

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May 11 2026EDUCATION

How focus changes shape early school success

Kids in kindergarten and first grade often struggle to stay focused. Their attention jumps around even when the work stays the same. Most tests for focus only look at how many answers are right or how long it takes on average. But what if the real story is in the ups and downs of their response time

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May 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tech Titans Team Up for Future Gadgets

Two big names in chips just dropped hints about working together closely. Intel’s boss congratulated NVIDIA’s CEO during a big graduation ceremony where NVIDIA got its shiny new doctorate in science. While celebrating, Intel also let slip that cool new gadgets are coming soon. This isn’t the first

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May 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Alphabet’s AI Push Could Make It Top Tech Giant

Over the last year, Alphabet has quietly built a strong lead in artificial intelligence, covering everything from cloud computing to research. Now, it’s close to passing Nvidia as the world’s most valuable company. This shift shows how AI isn’t just changing tech—it’s reshaping which firms come out

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Mismanagement and greed sank a Minnesota nonprofit

A Minnesota charity that once pulled in millions from government contracts collapsed after its leaders allegedly used donations to live like millionaires. Instead of helping the community, they spent over $6. 5 million on personal luxuries—like high-end cars, vacations, and even a private liquor sto

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May 11 2026SPORTS

Baseball Showdown in Boston: Eagles and Highlanders Battle in a Wild Doubleheader

Sunday’s baseball doubleheader between Boston College and NJIT wasn’t just another game—it was a rollercoaster of momentum swings, pitching changes, and clutch hits that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Eagles, ranked 22nd in the nation, were looking to bounce back after a tough series at C

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May 11 2026LIFESTYLE

Are we missing life while chasing its pictures?

Phones are everywhere now. At parties, meals, even funerals, screens glow brighter than faces. Adults now chat less in person than they did twenty years ago. Teens see their friends even less. Tech was supposed to bring us together, but often it just pulls us apart. Some people don’t even notice wh

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