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May 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

How the next Star Wars films might finally get their act together

For years, Star Wars fans have watched different shows and movies float around with no clear way to fit them all together. Imagine trying to solve a puzzle where the pieces keep changing shape—that’s the experience many have had. Now, a new trilogy is in development, and one big difference could cha

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May 24 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A fresh take on crime drama that’s not just another heist flick

When Netflix needed a quick win, it skipped the usual blockbuster sequel route and dropped a crime series that feels like a cousin to a classic movie, not a carbon copy. Instead of focusing on high-speed chases or flashy getaways, this show digs into the chaos behind the crime. The real story isn’t

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May 23 2026BUSINESS

Will AI take your job or create new ones?

Experts can't agree on AI's impact. Some fear job losses, others see progress. History shows technology changes work, but doesn't always destroy it. When factories grew in the early 1900s, people worried about handmade crafts. Yet new jobs appeared as industries adapted. AI will likely automate 25%

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Birds teach us how to see the world differently

At a zoo in Washington, one of the heaviest flying birds on Earth stared down visitors with quiet confidence. The Kori bustard didn't squawk or flap—it just puffed up its feathers, paused, then turned away. The message was clear: "I see you, but this isn't my choice. " Science fiction writer Ray Nay

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May 23 2026FINANCE

Why NEAR Protocol's Sudden Jump Matters

NEAR’s digital token recently shot up by 28% in a single day. That’s a big deal—especially when most other big crypto projects barely moved. Over a week, it climbed nearly 45%. Meanwhile, Bitcoin slipped from $82, 000 to $77, 000. So why did NEAR steal the show? The surge likely comes from traders

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May 23 2026POLITICS

The $1. 8B fund tied to Trump’s IRS deal raises big questions

Back in 2019, Donald Trump filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS after his tax records were leaked to the press. Now, a settlement has created a nearly $1. 8 billion fund meant for people who say they were unfairly targeted by the government. Democratic lawmakers are pushing for answers about

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May 23 2026SPORTS

Money Talk: How College Sports Make (and Share) Millions

Two major college sports leagues just shared how much cash they raked in last year, and the numbers tell a bigger story about power and money in college sports. The ACC and Big 12 both hit record highs—$826. 5 million and $610. 9 million respectively—but they still can’t keep up with their richer ri

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May 23 2026HEALTH

Staten Island’s Health Champions Shine at Annual Fundraiser

Raising money while bringing people together isn’t always easy, but an annual event in Staten Island proved it can be done with fun and purpose. Over 350 attendees turned a day at Richmond County Country Club into both a celebration and a fundraiser for a local hospital. Golfers, tennis players, and

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May 22 2026CRIME

Fake Blood Prints: How They Can Trick Investigators

A crime scene can hold a bloody fingerprint that helps identify the culprit. The pattern and the DNA in the blood give strong clues to a judge or jury. But sometimes the print is not real. A latent print may already be there, and later blood can make it look like a fresh mark. This is calle

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May 22 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Card Game Fantasy Top Says Goodbye

Fantasy Top, a game that mixed fantasy sports with crypto influencer cards, will shut down by the end of June. The idea was simple: pick NFT cards that represent popular crypto personalities and watch their social media buzz determine your score. Players could build lineups just like in fantasy foot

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