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May 11 2026SPORTS

How a new catcher and teamwork are shaping Cleveland’s game plan

Tony Arnerich wasn’t just filling in as Cleveland’s acting manager—he was stepping into a system already built for success. When Stephen Vogt missed a game due to illness, Arnerich took charge of a coaching staff that had been trained to work together. Instead of making decisions alone, he leaned on

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Gut Health and Kidney Stones: What’s the Connection?

Doctors often notice that people with kidney stones also struggle with stomach issues. This new research digs into why that happens. Scientists compared the gut bacteria of patients with kidney stones to those with healthy guts. They didn’t just look at poop samples—they used surveys about stomach p

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May 11 2026SCIENCE

How Ice Cages Change Chemicals Under UV Light

Scientists recently found that tiny cages made of ice can dramatically alter chemical reactions when exposed to ultraviolet light. These cages, called clathrate hydrates, act like microscopic labs where chemicals get trapped and behave differently than they would in open space. Researchers tested ac

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

BlackRock bets big on blockchain with new money fund plans

BlackRock is taking another step into crypto by planning two new funds that trade on blockchain instead of traditional exchanges. The move shows how Wall Street is slowly merging with digital money systems, even as regulators try to keep up. The first fund copies a well-known $6. 1 billion US Treas

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May 11 2026POLITICS

What’s really driving crypto policy debates ahead of 2026

A possible deadline loomed over Consensus Miami this week: July 4 could mark the arrival of the Clarity Act, if lawmakers move fast enough. A White House adviser laid out a tight schedule—Senate meetings, House votes, and presidential approval—all within weeks. But timing isn’t the only issue; Senat

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May 11 2026SPORTS

Lakers face tough odds after Thunder take control

The Lakers now sit just one loss away from playoff elimination after a heavy Game 3 defeat to Oklahoma City. No NBA team has ever recovered from a 3-0 deficit, and with a 131-108 loss, the Lakers now face an uphill battle in the best-of-seven series. LeBron James, still performing at a high level wi

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May 11 2026CRYPTO

Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin Fund Sticks Around as Others See Cash Walk Out

A new Bitcoin fund from Morgan Stanley just wrapped up its first month without losing a single dollar. While other big Bitcoin ETFs watched investors pull out over $400 million in just two days recently, Morgan Stanley’s fund not only kept hold of its money but added another $13 million. That’s a st

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Small businesses in Savannah show signs of growth but face tough challenges

Savannah’s economy is booming, mostly thanks to big players like the port and Hyundai’s new electric vehicle plant. But small businesses aren’t seeing the same rise. While mid-sized and large companies are growing fast, tiny businesses with under 20 workers are barely keeping up. Most of the small b

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May 11 2026SPORTS

Arkansas Razorbacks Aim to Finish Strong Against Oklahoma

The Arkansas Razorbacks aren't just playing for pride in their final regular-season SEC series—they're chasing a momentum boost that could shape their postseason future. Arkansas (33-17 overall, 14-11 SEC) faces Oklahoma (30-17, 12-13 SEC) in a series-deciding matchup Sunday at 1 p. m. , giving the

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May 11 2026BUSINESS

Smart moves to keep small business taxes simple

Around nine months before taxes are due, many small business owners scramble to file. Over 30% of partnerships push their deadlines into fall, but this habit can backfire. Waiting until the last quarter makes cash flow unpredictable and can turn away lenders who want up-to-date financial records. T

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