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May 27 2026BUSINESS

A New Chef Takes the Spotlight

By the time Byron was thirteen, his father Wolfgang had already turned a small kitchen into a culinary empire. After saying the words at his bar mitzvah, Byron promised that someday he would run the restaurants while Wolfgang relaxed on a beach. The joke sparked a real conversation the next day: “

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May 27 2026CRIME

When a Philly restoration business closed, customers lost thousands

A Philadelphia company that once restored antique doors and furniture is shutting down after failing to complete work for which it had already been paid. The business agreed to a $20, 000 settlement with state officials, promising to return money to customers who never got their items fixed. In exch

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May 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

Small businesses in New York push back against AI data centers

Across New York, nearly 500 small business owners are raising alarms about a new tech trend that could drain their resources. They’ve joined forces to call for a three-year pause on building giant AI data centers, worried these facilities will hike up electricity costs, strain water supplies, and ta

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May 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Israel and Hezbollah face off as drone threats rise

Israel’s military tech companies are racing to stop a growing danger from drones. These cheap, explosive-laden flying machines have become a favorite of Hezbollah, the armed group based in Lebanon. Since April, these drones have targeted Israeli forces in southern Lebanon, making them hard to detect

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Time to rethink COVID vaccine updates for 2026

Health experts now face a key decision: should next year’s COVID vaccines focus on the newest virus strains? U. S. regulatory advisors meet Thursday to vote on whether to switch from the current LP. 8. 1 target to newer variants like XFG, which now dominates new infections. This isn’t just about sci

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May 27 2026BUSINESS

How Financial Advice Helps Companies Make Smarter Calls

Running a business means making tough choices every day. Should they hire more staff or hold off? Raise prices or keep them steady? Spend on expansion or save for emergencies? Good financial guidance doesn’t just provide numbers—it helps leaders understand what those numbers really mean in real time

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May 26 2026POLITICS

Israel Faces New Drone Threats From Hezbollah

The conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has taken a new turn with the use of inexpensive, easily built drones that can evade Israeli defenses. A recent attack on an Israeli soldier by one of these “kamikaze” drones sparked a sharp reaction from high‑ranking officials in

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May 26 2026BUSINESS

New Tax Rules Make Giving to Charity Harder for Businesses

Businesses that donate money will find the rules tougher from January 2026. A new law, called the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), adds limits that cut into how much a company can claim as a tax deduction for charitable gifts. The effect is simple: a donation that once lowered the tax bill dollar

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May 26 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrating Stars: Birthdays in Early June

Early June marks another batch of notable birthdays across entertainment. A mix of veterans and newer faces share this week, showing how careers span decades. Clint Eastwood turns 96, proving age is just a number in Hollywood. Established stars like Morgan Freeman and Liam Cunningham hit big birthda

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May 26 2026HEALTH

25 years of global medicine approvals: A quiet milestone with big impact

For a quarter century, a special system has quietly shaped how life-saving drugs reach people worldwide. Since its launch, this program has vetted over 500 medicines, making them eligible for purchase by international agencies and governments. That’s more than just a number—it represents real access

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