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Jun 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

What singing feels like after a big health challenge

Losing your voice isn’t just about not being able to speak—it can change how you share your art too. One well-known performer who once lit up stages with hits like “Copacabana” found this out the hard way. Cancer in the throat stopped him mid-career, even though the signs were subtle at first. Small

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Jun 02 2026SPORTS

Football’s governing body takes big step to support women players properly

FIFA is stepping up in a big way by launching a free online library packed with 30 short courses that anyone connected to women’s football can study. Players, parents, coaches, doctors, even whole national federations – they can all log in, pick a topic like sleep or strength training, and finish a

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Jun 02 2026EDUCATION

A closer look at Marlboro County’s school budget troubles

Marlboro County’s school system has hit rough financial waters for years, and now state leaders want complete control. A recent state review uncovered serious money mismanagement in the Bennettsville-based district, including possible misuse of public funds. Earlier this year, the state stepped in b

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

Tech Startup Takes First Step Towards Wall Street Debut

A major player in artificial intelligence has quietly begun the process of going public in the U. S. , signaling a bold move into the financial spotlight. The company, which has seen rapid growth in recent months, now stands among the most valuable firms in the industry. While details about the offe

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

After-hours crypto trading gets a mainstream boost

For years, weekend crypto traders had to wait until Monday to catch up with futures prices. That gap closed last weekend when a major exchange switched its Bitcoin and crypto derivatives to round-the-clock trading. In the first 48 hours alone, over 7, 200 contracts traded hands, worth close to $50 m

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Jun 02 2026CRYPTO

A Big Bet on Ethereum: What’s Behind the Numbers?

A company just dropped a massive amount of money on Ethereum, but the market isn’t reacting the way you might expect. Bitmine Immersion Technologies made headlines by announcing it owns 5. 42 million Ethereum tokens, along with other investments like cash reserves and stakes in different companies.

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

Ethereum’s Challenges: Why the Price Isn’t Moving Up

Ethereum’s price has been stuck in a tight range for months, and the reasons go beyond just market mood. The Ethereum Foundation, once the guiding force behind the network, is shrinking. Key decision-makers have left, leaving behind questions about where the project is headed. Without clear leadersh

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

A hospital earns top marks for handling tough injuries in the mountains

Aspen Valley Health just got a rare “no problems found” stamp of approval for its trauma services. Every three years, state teams drop in to check everything—from how fast broken bones are fixed to whether the ski patrol radios match the hospital monitors. This time, they spent days watching how tea

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Jun 02 2026LIFESTYLE

Finding the Right Place to Fit In After 55

A reader in their late 50s feels out of place in a community designed for older adults. They dress casually—long jean shorts with a belt and a tucked-in T-shirt—but neighbors seem to react negatively. Someone even told them their style makes others uneasy. Instead of joining group meals, they now ea

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Jun 02 2026POLITICS

Flag Dispute Shows Tension Between Free Speech and Government Crackdowns

Around Washington, DC, a protest group called Accountability NOW USA has spent months demonstrating against former President Trump on public land. Their latest battle? A flag hanging with the numbers "8647"—a code many see as a call to remove him from office. On May 27, a park police officer told a

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