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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dua Lipa takes Samsung to court over unapproved photo use

A major dispute has flared up between pop star Dua Lipa and tech giant Samsung over a photo used on TV packaging. The singer claims Samsung printed her image on cardboard boxes for television sets sold in the US without her permission. Lipa argues this unauthorized use suggests she endorsed the prod

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May 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dua Lipa Takes on Samsung Over TV Box Images

A British pop star has filed a lawsuit against the South Korean electronics company, demanding at least fifteen million dollars. The case claims that Samsung used a copyrighted picture of the singer on the front of cardboard boxes for its television sets. The image in question was taken at a 2

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May 10 2026ENVIRONMENT

A Fresh Look at Protecting Flathead Lake

Flathead Lake is famous for its clear water, and that clarity comes from careful choices made by people over many years. Those decisions were based on old knowledge, modern science and solid rules, because once water gets dirty it is hard to clean up again. Even though more people are moving into t

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May 10 2026POLITICS

Reinventing Anchorage: How Local Leaders Are Tackling Big Challenges

Anchorage stands at a crossroads where tough choices can’t be avoided. Money is tight, families are feeling the pinch, and young adults are deciding if this city is where they’ll build their future. Behind the scenes, over 3, 000 municipal workers – bus drivers, road crews, park rangers – keep the c

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May 10 2026HEALTH

When Poisoning Isn’t Clear: How ERs Can Handle Uncertain Cases

Hospitals see many patients who might have been poisoned but aren’t sure what caused it. Doctors need a way to act fast without knowing the exact toxin. New guidelines help emergency teams figure out what to do next. These rules focus on quick thinking. First, doctors check for clues about what the

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May 09 2026HEALTH

Doctors in Armenia Learn About Blood Pressure

In many parts of the world, high blood pressure kills more people than any other disease. Yet in Armenia, not many studies show how doctors working in local clinics handle it. A recent survey looked at what these primary care physicians know, how they feel about treating hypertension, and the method

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May 09 2026POLITICS

How Onondaga County is working to better connect with residents

The leaders of Onondaga County have spent months talking with people about taxes, housing, and how the government spends money. They’ve made changes like letting more public input shape decisions and forming new groups to advise on housing and transport. They’ve also capped gas tax charges and tight

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May 09 2026CRIME

Landlord faces new charges after years of tenant complaints

A New York landlord now faces another legal issue after multiple women reported being harassed. He was charged with stalking a woman multiple times this year despite orders to stay away. Police say he kept contacting her after being told to stop. The incident follows earlier accusations of attempted

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Filmmaker from Toronto lands new management after award-winning debut

A Toronto director has just signed with a major agency after her first movie impressed critics and audiences alike. The film, which blends personal memories with creative storytelling, follows an eight-year-old girl whose family moves from Hungary to Canada. Things take a difficult turn when her old

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May 08 2026POLITICS

Alaska’s Future Hangs on Smart Resource Choices

Alaska’s next governor race is already getting messy. With so many candidates running, some are trying weird new ideas just to stand out. One surprising shift? Even self-proclaimed "pro-resource" candidates are suddenly talking about putting limits on trawl fishing—the way big nets scoop up fish lik

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