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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 25 2026ENVIRONMENT

Solar Farms: More Than Just Energy Factories

Solar farms often grab attention for their sheer size and power output, but many in the U. S. are quietly doing extra work. In California, solar panels now sit above irrigation canals, shading them to cut down on water evaporation while generating electricity. This clever setup, first tried in Calif

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May 24 2026FINANCE

Hot Stocks This Week: What’s Driving Retail Investor Buzz?

This week, five stocks grabbed retail investors’ attention on X and Reddit’s r/WallStreetBets. The hype wasn’t just random—it was tied to earnings reports, AI trends, and even global politics. But behind the excitement, some stocks raised eyebrows. Nvidia stood out with a 66% jump over the past yea

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Pluto TV adds classic cop drama Major Crimes to its summer lineup

Summer streaming just got more interesting with Pluto TV adding the entire run of Major Crimes starting June 1. The show’s arrival makes sense for a platform that’s been quietly building its crime drama collection. Major Crimes follows Captain Sharon Raydor taking over Los Angeles’ Major Crimes unit

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May 22 2026LIFESTYLE

Planning a tribute: How to post a death notice without confusion

When someone close passes away, families often turn to the local newspaper to share a final message. The process isn’t as straightforward as writing a social media post. Papers usually require proof that the person has died, often a call to a funeral home during their limited weekend hours. That sma

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Mixed signals in MMA: who fights next and why it matters

The welterweight division is stuck in limbo right now, with title hopes dangling by a thread. Dricus du Plessis hasn’t fought since his shocking loss to Khamzat Chimaev, a match that knocked him out of the top spot. But when Chimaev lost to Sean Strickland—and du Plessis had beaten Strickland twice

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May 21 2026FINANCE

Mortgage Lock‑In Keeps Homes From Moving

The housing market is stuck because most homeowners have cheap loans that they can’t easily replace. About eighty‑five percent of mortgages are under five percent, and many of those were set when rates were below three‑and‑a‑half percent. Today the normal rate is above six‑point‑eight, so selling a

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May 21 2026OPINION

Wind Power Stalled: A Call for Clear Energy Choices

The latest debate over wind energy shows how politics can block progress. A former president’s campaign to halt new wind projects is seen by many as a waste of money that hurts the country’s future. Critics argue that wind power is one of many tools needed for a clean, independent energy system. O

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May 20 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Fresh Look at Smart Glasses from Two Popular Brands

Two eyewear companies, known for their stylish and affordable frames, have teamed up to explore a new high-tech territory. While details remain under wraps, early discussions suggest these aren’t just your average glasses. Instead, they might offer something extra—augmented reality features designed

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May 20 2026BUSINESS

Power Plants Face a Costly Gamble: Gas or the Future?

Energy companies are investing heavily in natural gas power plants, betting they’ll stay profitable for decades. But here’s the catch—renewable energy is getting cheaper by the year, and soon, running a new gas plant might cost more than powering it. Gas plants once looked like a smart upgrade from

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