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Jun 05 2026BUSINESS

NYC Becomes Filmmakers’ New Playground

The city’s media office has launched a new public‑service spot featuring big names from New York film and TV. In the clip, actors and directors like Spike Lee, Amy Schumer, John Krasinski, Natasha Lyonne, Darren Aronofsky and Celine Song explain why shooting in the city is now easier than ever.

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Jun 05 2026CRIME

Cautionary Call: One Man’s Phone Sparks Five Years Behind Bars

Steven Sandoval, 47, tried to dodge jail by dialing a bomb threat from a payphone near King Soopers in Brighton. The call triggered an evacuation of about 1, 000 courthouse staff and the store’s customers for four hours. Police traced the call quickly because they already knew Sandoval, and he was t

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Jun 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Leader Re‑Emerges With New Vision for Real‑Time Interaction

Mira Murati, once a behind‑the‑scenes figure at OpenAI and founder of Thinking Machines Lab, recently stepped into the spotlight for the first time in over a year. Her appearance on Bloomberg in San Francisco offered a glimpse into her new project and a candid look at past challenges. Thinking Mach

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Jun 05 2026OPINION

Children’s Playground Turns Tragic: A Call for Peace

A shooting happened at a Baltimore school playground, where an 11‑year‑old boy was badly hurt. The attack also injured a 26‑year‑old man who may have been the intended target. Both were taken to the hospital and are now stable. The incident shocked many because it occurred while kids were playing.

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Jun 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Truth Behind the Rumors

Brianna “Chickenfry” LaPaglia, a well‑known podcaster, recently took to her show “Plan Bri Uncut” to address what she sees as misinformation about the dating timeline of West Wilson and Amanda Batula, two popular “Summer House” figures. She said the couple’s public announcement that they were togeth

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

OpenAI Will Let the U. S. Check Its AI Before Launch

OpenAI has agreed to let the U. S. government review its AI systems before they hit the market, following a new executive order from President Trump. The company said it will sign up for the voluntary rule, saying that governments should help decide how powerful AI tools are used. During a talk at

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Jun 05 2026HEALTH

Medical Bills and Lawsuits: A Real‑World Problem

A woman in Connecticut got a $12, 000 surprise bill after having weight‑loss surgery at a local hospital. She had already paid $5, 000 that the insurer said would cover her out‑of‑pocket costs. Six months later, the bill jumped to over $17, 000 and the hospital sued her for the difference. She says

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Jun 05 2026BUSINESS

Upcoming Real‑Estate and Networking Events in Greenville

The next two weeks are packed with opportunities for anyone interested in buying, selling, or networking in real estate. A free session on June 13 at Greer’s Main Street will walk attendees through budgeting, credit tips, and inspection expectations while serving coffee. Just a couple of days later,

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Britain Faces a Defence Deadline

Britain’s military leaders say the country is racing against time to upgrade its forces after recent Russian moves. The Chief of Defence Staff, Richard Knighton, told the BBC that the UK must accelerate spending on weapons and training. The delay comes because a new Defence Investment Plan, which

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

White House Moves European Expert, Shifting Power at the National Security Council

The top U. S. Europe specialist is leaving the White House in a week‑long reshuffle that could give Secretary of State Marco Rubio more daily control over national security decisions. Charles McLaughlin, who has led European and Russian affairs for the National Security Council (NSC), is set to depa

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