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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New crime drama lands on streaming service with wild Miami ride

The new crime drama series M. I. A. hits Peacock this week, following Etta Tinger Jonze as she gets dropped into a storm after her family’s drug operation in Florida falls apart. Played by Shannon Gisela, Etta isn’t just walking away—she’s stepping straight into Miami’s gritty nightlife where danger

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May 07 2026WEATHER

Plan your Ohio Mother’s Day before the rain moves in

Next Sunday, May 10, is Mother’s Day—time to pick a card or book a brunch. Ohio’s major cities look set for a soggy celebration: expect plenty of clouds and a strong chance of showers all day. Akron peaks around 67°, while Cincinnati could touch 74° but bring an umbrella just in case. The holiday w

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May 06 2026ENVIRONMENT

Yokohama Rubber Cuts Carbon Footprint by 2035

Yokohama Rubber Co. has set a clear plan to slash its greenhouse gas emissions by 2035, and the Science Based Targets initiative has officially approved these goals. The company will aim to cut Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by more than six‑thirds compared with its 2024 levels. These scopes cover th

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May 05 2026FINANCE

Bitcoin keeps rising, and traders betting against it are losing big

Bitcoin just hit another high, crossing $80, 000 briefly before settling around $79, 850. In just one day, traders lost over $370 million as prices surged, with most of the damage coming from bets that the price would fall. These "short" traders got caught off guard when the market moved up instead

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Bempedoic Acid: A New Tool for Diabetes‑Related Cholesterol

The fight against heart disease in people with diabetes is tough. Diabetes often comes with high cholesterol, and that raises the risk of heart attacks. Doctors usually give statins first, but many patients still have too much bad cholesterol. A new medicine called bempedoic acid works diff

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May 04 2026POLITICS

New Mexico governor race: Two Democrats, two visions

Voters in New Mexico got a close-up look at two different paths to the governor’s office during a Saturday debate in Albuquerque. Instead of a traditional setup, the event used a game-like format where candidates answered questions from local groups and earned flags from undecided voters for clear r

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May 04 2026HEALTH

Checking a Common Neck Pain Guide

Back in 2003, a simple checklist was made to help doctors spot neck pain that shoots down the arm. The checklist looks for four clues: pain that moves when you lift your arm, a specific spot of numbness in one finger, a weak muscle in your arm, and a certain test that makes the pain travel when your

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Who really supports LA’s next mayor?

Los Angeles voters face a tough choice in the upcoming mayoral election, with three main candidates vying for support. Among them, the current mayor has the advantage of name recognition but struggles with rising skepticism. She counts on wealthy entertainment figures for backing but must also addre

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May 03 2026SPORTS

Kids, Parents, and the Game: A Fresh Look at Youth Sports

The first thought that pops up for many families is whether a child’s choice or the parent’s wish should guide their sports path. In a recent gathering of parents at St. Michael’s Country Day School, the conversation turned to what kids actually gain from playing and how parents can help without ove

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May 03 2026CRIME

A clerk's close call with violent robbers tied to a deadly police shooting

A store worker in Chicago narrowly escaped a brutal robbery last month that set off a violent chain of events ending in a police officer’s death. The manager at a local Family Dollar store described hiding in fear as two men forced their way in, demanding money while waving a gun. One suspect report

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