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May 22 2026BUSINESS

North Carolina Takes Legal Action Against Vinfast Over Unfinished EV Plant

The state of North Carolina has filed a lawsuit against Vietnamese electric‑vehicle company Vinfast. The suit claims that Vinfast failed to honor its promise to build a new electric‑vehicle and battery factory in the state. According to the state’s attorney general, the company stopped work on the s

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May 22 2026EDUCATION

Dig Safely in Spring: A Quick Guide for Home Projects

Spring brings bright flowers and fresh money, but it also turns the ground into a minefield for anyone who wants to dig. Every year, thousands of underground cables and pipes are damaged across Florida, with a large share hit in the northern part of the state. These mishaps can cause expensive

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May 22 2026EDUCATION

School Success Secrets: What Predicts Students Who Skip Support

Many schools in the United States use a system called Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support for behavior, or MTSS‑B. It is a layered plan that aims to help students who may need extra help before they become serious troublemakers. In a large study, researchers looked at almost 17, 000 kids from 42 schools

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Remembering a journalist who made sports stories unforgettable

Howard Fendrich spent over three decades turning sports events into vivid stories. His work wasn't just about scores or stats—it was about the moments in between. From tennis courts to Olympic arenas to ski slopes, he found the human side of competition. Tennis legends like Roger Federer saw him as

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May 22 2026OPINION

When Playtime Looks Like a Police Report: How Young Kids Get Caught in Bureaucracy

A one-year-old girl in Kent made headlines not for learning to walk, but for being logged as a crime suspect after a minor playground bump turned into an official incident report. Over the past three years, police files have recorded 683 cases where children under ten were flagged for breaking rules

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Comedians face backlash for jokes that hit too close to home

A recent comedy event meant to celebrate Kevin Hart’s career took a sharp turn when two comedians crossed lines with jokes about race and tragedy. Tony Hinchcliffe joked about George Floyd, a Black man whose death during police restraint sparked global protests, saying Floyd was "laughing so hard he

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May 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI startups gamble on videos that actually chat back

A former YouTube star turned tech boss thinks the next big thing in entertainment is video you can argue with. Instead of just watching, the new AI lab wants viewers to ask questions, get critiques, and hold real conversations with on-screen hosts. The idea isn’t just about making old videos cheaper

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May 22 2026EDUCATION

Louisiana teachers brace for smaller paychecks next year

Next school year could mean fewer dollars in Louisiana teachers' wallets. State budget writers just approved a plan that skips the yearly cash boost teachers have gotten for the past two years. Without this extra money, many will see their pay drop by $2, 000. Support staff like school librarians wo

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May 22 2026ENVIRONMENT

AI eyes are watching to protect whales from ship crashes

Gray whales along California’s coast are facing a growing danger—not from sharks or storms, but from giant ships cutting across their feeding grounds. With Arctic ice melting and food harder to find up north, more hungry whales are drifting into San Francisco Bay, where busy shipping lanes turn dead

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May 22 2026TECHNOLOGY

Exploring Chrome for Linux: Speed, Privacy, and Alternatives

Google Chrome for Linux is a widely used browser known for its speed and simplicity. It uses smart tricks like preloading pages you’re likely to visit, which makes it feel fast even when it’s gobbling up RAM. Its clean design and easy syncing across devices make it a favorite for many. But speed isn

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