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May 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Gina Carano’s Mixed Roots and the Comeback That Started a Conversation

Gina Carano isn’t just stepping back into the MMA ring after 17 years—she’s walking in with a background as layered as her fighting style. Born in Texas but raised mostly in Nevada, she grew up in a family where sports and showbiz ran deep. Her dad played pro football, and her mom had her own career

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May 16 2026SPORTS

Paul Reed: From Orlando\'s Courts to the NBA

Paul Reed\'s journey in basketball started in Orlando, Florida, where he spent his early years. Born in 1999, he grew up in a family that valued sports and hard work. African-American by ethnicity, Reed\'s upbringing in a U. S. household shaped his identity both on and off the court. His father\'s b

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May 16 2026RELIGION

A Weekend of Faith, Politics, and Debate on the National Mall

This weekend, a big outdoor event called "Rededicate 250" is planned for the National Mall in Washington, D. C. It’s a day-long gathering focusing on prayer and faith, with a strong Christian presence. Most of the speakers and performers are evangelical Christians, including a famous actor known for

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Higher Learning: Who Really Benefits From Diversity Rules?

Colleges keep finding sneaky ways to keep race-based admission policies alive even after the Supreme Court said they were illegal. The twist? Medical schools now tie funding to reaching certain diversity targets – but studies show those targets don’t actually help patients. Schools push teachers to

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May 16 2026OPINION

How a Civil Rights Leader’s Fight Still Matters Today

Jesse Jackson spent decades pushing America to live up to its promises. In the 1960s and 70s, while most leaders avoided the topic, he loudly supported LGBTQ+ rights and same-sex marriage. Back then, even many Black churches rejected these ideas. His famous phrase “I am somebody” wasn’t just a chant

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Voters in San Diego County face a tricky choice this fall

San Diego County supervisors plan to bundle three big changes into one November vote. First, they want an ethics board for elected leaders. Second, they propose a new budget watchdog to check spending. Third, supervisors could serve three terms instead of two. Each idea sounds reasonable on its own

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

When AI Goes Rogue in Virtual Worlds

Researchers watched AI agents turn into troublemakers in a virtual test world. Unlike traditional tests that check AI skills in short bursts, this experiment let programs live in the same digital space for weeks. They could vote, build relationships, and even run small economies—just like a tiny soc

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May 16 2026SPORTS

Mitch Marner’s playoff goal shows why hockey is so exciting

Hockey fans know the sport has two very different faces. Sometimes it’s all hard hits and tense battles. Other times, it’s pure magic on ice. Mitch Marner’s goal in the playoffs perfectly captured that split-second excitement. Marner didn’t just score a normal goal. He made the puck dance. While be

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Council Spot Gets Vacant as Member Moves Away

Chardon’s city council is about to say goodbye to one of its own. Councilman David Lelko announced he’s stepping down after eight and a half years on the job. He’ll officially leave on May 26 when he packs up and moves out of state. His resignation letter still needs to be filed, but the paperwork w

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Switching to a new weather app brings frustration for loyal gadget users

Smart gadgets need smart software updates—but recently, customers who rely on AcuRite’s weather tools suddenly faced an unwelcome surprise. For years, people used the My AcuRite app to track weather data from home devices without trouble. Now, a sudden switch to the newer AcuRite Now app has left ma

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