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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Elk Grove backs new security camera plan to tackle rising theft

The city council in Elk Grove recently agreed to a plan that puts more eyes on the streets. Starting soon, police will get live feeds from cameras set up by local businesses. The goal? To catch crimes as they happen and respond faster. Small shops can even get up to $5, 000 to help pay for the camer

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Tracking Down Killers: A New Case in the Series You Won’t Want to Miss

Tonight’s episode of a crime-solving series dives into one of Florida’s most shocking murder cases. A college professor was fatally shot in his own home, and investigators believe hired killers were involved. The show doesn’t just replay the crime—it follows real detectives as they hunt for clues, i

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May 15 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Peacock’s crime drama ‘M. I. A. ’ hits NBC with a free pilot episode

A new crime show called ‘M. I. A. ’ is landing on NBC after its online release. The first episode will air on Thursday, May 14, at 10 p. m. ET, giving viewers a chance to watch the pilot for free without cable. If you don’t have a TV antenna or cable, you can still tune in through streaming services

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May 15 2026CRIME

Flag mix-up at NYU sparks investigation into hate crime

A confusing scene played out at NYU last week during graduation events when a flag with disturbing symbols appeared on a building near Washington Square Park. Instead of the usual NYU flag, someone replaced it with a modified version featuring two swastikas and a Star of David, mimicking Israel's na

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May 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

How tiny plastic bits in cow poop could harm beetle families

Scientists tested how plastic pollution in cow dung affects a common beetle species known for cleaning up animal waste. They found that when cow manure contains tiny plastic pieces—even in small amounts—it can seriously harm beetle babies. The beetles’ larvae struggled to survive when exposed to hig

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May 15 2026SCIENCE

Can sprinkling dust in the sky really help fight global warming?

Scientists are exploring wild ways to cool down Earth as burning coal, oil and gas keeps heating the planet. One company now says tiny particles spread high in the air could bounce some sunlight back into space. Their idea isn’t magic—it’s a high-tech plan borrowed from how volcanoes naturally cool

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May 15 2026BUSINESS

How AI is reshaping jobs in unexpected ways

A well-known tax software company in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, just let go of 170 workers. That’s about 9% of its total staff. The company, called Vertex, explained they’re shifting focus to AI tools. They want to become more automated and efficient. But this move isn’t sitting well with local

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May 15 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Alaska’s Changing Seasons Explain Why You Should Care About Wildfires

Alaska doesn’t ease into wildfire season gradually—it jumps in fast. While the state still fights leftover winter melts in March and early April, the real shift happens as snow disappears and spring winds kick in, turning last year’s dry grass into kindling. Most Alaskans know the risks by now: one

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May 15 2026CELEBRITIES

How Demi Moore found peace with her body after Hollywood’s harsh beauty rules

Demi Moore has spent decades in the spotlight, where looks often matter more than talent. By her early 60s, she’s learned to value her body for what it does—not just how it looks. At Cannes this year, fans noticed how toned she was, sparking debate about aging and beauty standards. Moore, now 63, ad

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May 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Moore’s Cannes Look Sparks Health Debate

Demi Moore, known for her ageless style and long black hair, recently walked the Cannes red carpet in a glittering Jacquemus dress that drew as much attention to her arms as to the outfit itself. Fans and critics alike pointed out that her forearms appeared very thin, with deep lines that suggest

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