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Jun 18 2026SCIENCE

A New Approach to Child Hip Surgery Using 3D Printing

Doctors and engineers are testing a fresh idea for hip surgery in young patients. Instead of using standard metal plates to hold bones in place after a fracture or deformity, they’re trying out a lighter, honeycomb-like structure. The trick? It’s made with a special 3D printer that allows for tiny,

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Jun 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Past to Future: What 50 Years of UCLA’s Entertainment Law Event Teaches Us

Back in 1976, a small meeting in a UCLA Law School classroom planted a seed that grew into today’s biggest gathering of entertainment lawyers, creators, and business minds. Ken Ziffren, a 1965 UCLA Law grad with decades in Hollywood law, kicked off this yearly tradition to help students see the real

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Jun 18 2026BUSINESS

AMC’s Latest Moves: Why the Stock Isn’t Out of the Woods Yet

AMC’s stock nudged up a few percent this week, but the bigger picture isn’t as smooth as the numbers suggest. The company recently sold over 100 million new shares for $150 million, claiming the cash will help pay bills and reduce debt. While that sounds helpful, flooding the market with shares can

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Jun 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Songwriters gather in Tulsa for a night of music and sharing

Every year, Tulsa’s music scene gets a boost with a special event called the songwriters round. This year, it’s happening at the Church Studio on July 17. Unlike big concerts, this event is all about the artists themselves—not flashy stages or huge crowds. It’s a chance for musicians to sit down, pl

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Jun 18 2026CRIME

Former Star Entertainment boss gets six-year ban for money laundering failures

A top executive at one of Australia’s biggest casino companies has been hit with a six-year ban from running companies and a hefty fine. The Federal Court ruled that former Star Entertainment CEO Matthias Bekier failed to properly control risks tied to money laundering and other illegal activities.

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Jun 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind-the-Scenes Moves in Short-Form Video Ads

A deal bringing together two companies from different ends of Asia’s entertainment and tech worlds could change how brands reach young viewers in places like Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines. One side, COL Group, started small in China and now runs one of the biggest global platforms for micr

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Jun 18 2026BUSINESS

Help Lansing’s REO Town keep its doors open

REO Town Clubhouse opened in early 2025 after taking over the old Ellison Brewing Co. space, bringing Italian dishes, specialty pizzas, and craft cocktails to the neighborhood. Like many small eateries, it now faces a tough reality: rising ingredient prices, higher rent, and fewer customers are sque

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Jun 18 2026BUSINESS

Fed’s Choice Leaves Leaders Split on Next Move

The Federal Reserve made a clear choice this week—not to change interest rates—but reactions from Washington have been anything but steady. The central bank’s latest move came as no surprise to experts who track its slow, methodical approach. Yet President Trump, usually quick to push for lower borr

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Jun 18 2026FINANCE

Ford’s battery push: a smart bet or just hype?

Ford isn’t just building cars anymore—it’s diving into the battery game. The company recently launched Ford Energy, a new arm focused on massive battery packs for data centers and power grids. Why? Because AI needs a ton of electricity to keep running, and companies can’t afford blackouts. Ford want

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Jun 18 2026POLITICS

A quiet meal in a golden palace: Why Macron rolled out the welcome mat for Trump

France’s president picked one of the most famous rooms in Europe to host his American counterpart last week. The Palace of Versailles, built by Louis XIV to show off France’s power, became the backdrop for a dinner between Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump. The French leader clearly wanted Trump to f

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