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May 24 2026BUSINESS

Gainesville’s new rail link and Savannah’s community grants: How local moves serve bigger goals

A new rail service connecting Savannah’s port to an inland hub near Atlanta just opened in May, giving shippers a shorter and cheaper way to move goods than long-haul trucking. Instead of sending trucks on 600-mile round trips, trains now carry containers between the two cities daily. The switch is

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Trump's Visit Tests His Pull with Voters in a Key Suburban Battle

Trump’s trip to New York’s Hudson Valley isn’t just another political stop—it’s a gamble. The president is teaming up with Rep. Mike Lawler in a district that flipped blue in the last presidential election, meaning every vote counts. Lawler is one of the few Republicans holding a seat in a place whe

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May 23 2026CRIME

Baltimore County’s next prosecutor faces tough choices on youth crime

The race for Baltimore County’s top prosecutor spot is heating up, with candidates pushing different ideas on how to handle rising crime. One candidate argues that current policies aren’t working and wants stronger action against juvenile offenses. She points to recent crime spikes in areas like Tow

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Politicians and their unexpected turns during speeches

During a recent visit to Suffern, New York, a speaker planned to discuss economic plans but quickly shifted focus to unrelated topics. Instead of talking about financial policies, the speaker brought up voter ID laws, crime in urban areas, and even debates about fairness in women's sports. The audie

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May 23 2026BUSINESS

What’s driving Marvell’s stock surge today?

Marvell Technology’s stock jumped over 3% today, hitting a fresh 52-week high. The rally isn’t happening in isolation—it’s part of a bigger tech sector upswing, where most industries are seeing more gains than losses. But what’s really pushing Marvell forward? A wave of bullish analyst upgrades is g

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Who’s Really Running L. A. ’s Movie Scene?

Los Angeles’ mayor is pushing hard to keep film productions in the city, but critics say her moves came too late. Since 2022, she’s created a film council, cut red tape, and backed a $750 million state tax credit. She also promised to lift caps on California’s film incentives and even supported a fe

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Laz Alonso's Latest Role Steals the Show, But Fans Are Talking About His Look Instead

Many fans know Laz Alonso best from his roles as tough, smooth-talking leaders on screen. But his growth as an actor isn’t just about playing powerful characters. Alonso's latest turn in "The Boys" takes his performance to a deeper level, especially in the show’s final season. On a recent red carpe

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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 2026POLITICS

How Politics Mixes Mercy and Justice in Colorado

The case of Tina Peters highlights how politics can blur the lines between justice and mercy. Peters, once Mesa County’s top election official, pushed hard to prove the 2020 election was stolen, even if that meant breaking the law. Her criminal convictions—including felonies for breaking into voting

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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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