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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Studio Aims to Change How Movies Get Made

A new company called Nocturnal Entertainment just launched, backed by the success of its first film “Play Dead, ” already sold to Netflix. Unlike traditional studios, this team wants to help filmmakers from the very start, offering tech tools and funding to turn risky ideas into polished movies. The

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Giants Fans Get Extra Fun Beyond Baseball

The San Francisco Giants are teaming up with a local bowling chain to give fans another reason to cheer during home games. Starting in early May, whenever a Giants pitcher strikes out a batter in the seventh inning, fans can head to nearby Lucky Strike, AMF, or Bowlero centers for a discount on game

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May 05 2026HEALTH

How Brain Injuries Might Unlock Hidden Artistic Talent

Some people develop new creative skills after suffering a brain injury, research suggests. Doctors have noticed this happen in rare cases, where patients begin painting, writing, or composing music suddenly—abilities they didn’t have before. Scientists are now studying why this occurs by looking at

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Birthdays that connect stars across time

A birthday list can sometimes feel like a time capsule. This week, it’s not just about cakes and candles but about tracing how some faces stay familiar even decades apart. You’ll find names from shows that defined whole eras sitting next to artists whose music still plays in gyms and shopping malls.

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Netflix pickings: What to watch this week

This week on Netflix, there’s enough fresh content to keep viewers busy for days. The streaming giant has dropped at least two brand-new shows, added a sci-fi series that was already trending, and given a true-crime hit a bigger stage. Between returning favorites and fresh faces, the lineup looks st

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May 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Europe’s Banking Chiefs Want a Powerful AI Tool — But Can They Trust It?

A cutting-edge AI model that spots hidden flaws in computer systems has become a hot topic in European financial circles. Called Mythos, this system can quickly uncover zero-day vulnerabilities — hidden weaknesses in software that even experts miss for years. Recent tests found thousands of serious

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May 05 2026BUSINESS

Binance Hosts Free Online Event with Industry Leaders to Discuss Crypto’s Future

A major virtual event called Binance Online is happening on May 13 at 11 AM UTC, bringing together experts from crypto, finance, and tech for over four hours of discussions. Unlike typical marketing events, this one focuses on real challenges like how blockchain technology can work better with tradi

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May 05 2026BUSINESS

A New Spot for Relaxation Arrives in Canal Park

Duluth’s downtown just got a fresh spot for people looking to unwind. The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique opened its doors in Canal Park, offering a full day spa experience where locals can relax and recharge. Two of the co-owners previously worked at another spa in the area but wanted to create something

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Fixing Maine's Government: Why Change Matters

Maine's government has a long-standing problem that few people discuss openly. Over the past few years, the state legislature has shifted from working together to pushing through decisions with minimal input from opposing views. This shift started when the budget process became controlled by a singl

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May 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

How Undercover Tech Journalism Exposed Meta’s Harmful Practices

Reuters recently earned a Pulitzer Prize for uncovering how Meta’s platforms—Facebook and Instagram—profited from risky AI chatbots and shady ads. Their investigation relied on leaked internal documents and clever undercover methods, like creating fake user profiles to test the platforms’ hidden fea

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