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May 01 2026WEATHER

Floods Hit West Seventh Again, Raising Alarm Over Old Drainage System

West Seventh Street in Fort Worth turned into a river over the weekend, reminding residents that the city’s drainage problems are still real. The videos show cars bobbing in waist‑deep water and people scrambling for higher ground—an all too familiar sight for locals who have seen this before.

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May 01 2026FINANCE

Sandy‑Stone Surge: Is the Flash Stock Still a Treasure?

A sudden jump of more than 17 percent in just five days has put Sandisk Corporation back into the headlines. The rally didn’t happen alone; it was helped by a strong earnings report from Seagate Technology, which also saw a big gain after its own impressive third‑quarter results. Seagate’s upbeat ou

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May 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

Game Devs Stick to Manual Work for New Subnautica Title

Unknown Worlds, the studio behind the underwater adventure game, confirmed that they did not use any generative artificial intelligence tools in developing Subnautica 2. The sequel, which will hit early access on May 14, was built entirely by hand. The studio’s creative producer explained that th

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May 01 2026OPINION

Robot Care: A New Age for Grandparents

Japan’s aging population is pushing the country toward robotic helpers, but the idea raises more questions than solutions. In recent visits to nursing homes in Tokyo, visitors were handed tiny robot dolls and plush toys that can talk, hoping they will fill the gaps left by a shrinking workforce. The

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

Brain Boost: How Motivation Shapes Learning in the First Year of a New Language

People who start learning a new language often see their brains change in surprising ways. In a year-long study, researchers followed learners to watch how the brain’s structure and function shifted as they improved. They also measured how much students wanted to succeed, their confidence, and the t

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May 01 2026FINANCE

High‑Speed Rail Bond Surge After Government Hint

Brightline West bonds rose sharply, gaining 13% after a federal transportation official signaled potential support for the $21. 5 billion high‑speed rail project that will link Southern California to Las Vegas. The Federal Railroad Administration’s administrator said the government was “interested”

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May 01 2026FINANCE

A Stock Market Swerve: Why a Big Short Expert Is Betting Against a Credit‑Score Giant

Steve Eisman, once known for predicting the housing crash, says he’s happy with the overall market but sees a chance to short a specific tech‑related name. He argues that today’s economy feels like last year: credit remains strong, artificial intelligence drives big spending, and growth is uneven ac

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May 01 2026POLITICS

How Washington Can Save Millions by Listening to Insiders

Lawmakers in Washington are talking a lot about audits these days, but there’s a smarter way to catch fraud before it drains public funds. A bill proposed by Rep. David Hackney aims to reward whistleblowers who expose cheating in government programs—not just Medicaid. Right now, Washington is one of

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May 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Pig-themed fun at the casino bar

A new temporary bar has landed in Atlantic City, bringing a playful twist to the usual casino scene. Called The Piggy Bank, this spot is full of bright colors, pig-shaped decorations, and drinks served in quirky containers. It’s open for only a few months, giving visitors a fun reason to stop by bef

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Royal visit highlights local pride and shared history

A king and queen’s tour through Virginia last week didn’t just pass through famous landmarks—it wove together small-town charm and national memories. King Charles III and Queen Camilla ended their U. S. trip with stops in Front Royal, a quiet town at the edge of Shenandoah National Park. Instead of

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