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Apr 30 2026CRIME

What happens when a group promises freedom but delivers control? UK cult crackdown raises tough questions

UK police arrested nine people last month after a woman spoke up about severe abuses inside a religious group. The arrests happened at Webb House, a former orphanage turned commune in Crewe where over 100 people lived. Authorities confirmed six men and three women were taken into custody, including

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Comedy films that got in trouble overseas

Some jokes don’t travel well across borders. A comedy that makes one country laugh might make another angry enough to ban it outright. A classic example is Life of Brian, nearly half a century old yet still risky to screen in Germany under certain rules because its jokes push religious buttons. Even

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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

Why Some Men Play a Bigger Role in Family Planning Decisions

In parts of India, many husbands now help decide how many children to have and whether to use birth control. A study from Uttar Pradesh asked 1, 258 married men about this involvement. The results show that 65 percent weigh in on family size while 56 percent support their wives’ contraceptive choice

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

Why NASCAR drivers aren’t buying Stephen A. Smith’s take on racing

NASCAR drivers don’t appreciate Stephen A. Smith calling them anything less than athletes. The debate flared up when Smith dismissed NASCAR drivers—and even golfers—as non-athletes during a radio show. He argued that anyone can sit behind the wheel or swing a club, no matter their age, so it doesn’t

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Apr 30 2026SPORTS

The Gambling Trap in College Sports

Art Schlichter spent decades in the spotlight, but not for his football skills. Instead, his name kept popping up tied to scandals, fraud, and legal trouble. The reason? A gambling habit that started in his teens and ruined his career. He was once a top college quarterback, even leading Ohio State’s

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Apr 30 2026POLITICS

Why Anchorage’s shrinking electricity use could mean bigger bills

For years, the main concern about Anchorage’s power supply has been whether natural gas will run out. But there’s a quieter issue making bills rise: people are using less electricity. Over the past 15 years, power use in Chugach Electric’s territory has dropped by about 1% each year. In 2025, it fel

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Apr 30 2026HEALTH

Breakfast timing and fasting length: What really matters for your weight?

A big five-year study followed over 7, 000 adults aged 40 to 65 and found that eating breakfast early helps keep weight down. Skipping breakfast or eating late in the afternoon, however, did not help with weight loss and was often linked to worse habits like smoking and drinking alcohol. The key tak

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Maine’s Art Scene Blends Food, Nature, and Creativity in 2026

Wiscasset’s art gallery isn’t just about pretty pictures—it’s diving deep into how Maine’s wild landscapes and farm-fresh food shape creativity. The 2026 lineup ties local culture to real-world issues, starting with a show that connects art and food. "Art to Table" asks why food isn’t just fuel but

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Apr 30 2026CRIME

Former Hawks finance boss got prison for fun–and fraud

Lester T. Jones Jr. once held a fancy title: senior vice president of finance for the Atlanta Hawks. His real job was to manage corporate credit cards and handle expense reports. Between March 2016 and June 2025, he had full access to team money. Instead of sticking to basics, Jones turned the franc

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Apr 30 2026CRIME

When Luxury Meets the Law: A Close Look at a High-Profile Incident

A well-known jeweler, who once showed off his lavish lifestyle on a popular reality show, found himself in legal trouble after a road rage incident in Miami. On a late night in March, the jeweler pulled up behind another driver whose car was stuck at a broken parking gate. Instead of waiting patient

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