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May 02 2026FINANCE

Riot Platforms shifts focus to AI and high-performance computing

Riot Platforms saw its stock climb nearly 8% after a major tech firm, AMD, decided to double its data center capacity at Riot’s Texas facility. This move isn’t just about mining bitcoin anymore—it’s about stepping into the AI and high-performance computing game. AMD locked in 50 megawatts of power w

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May 02 2026ENVIRONMENT

California's Gas Prices: Why Oil Industry Demands Might Not Help Drivers

Gas prices in California shot up by over a dollar since the Iran conflict began, squeezing family budgets. Instead of focusing on solutions that could ease the pain at the pump, the oil industry is pushing for more drilling permits, tax breaks, and cuts to environmental programs. Their argument is s

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May 02 2026CRYPTO

Dogecoin mining gets a boost as new company forms with big plans

A little-known company called Shuttle just teamed up with a Dogecoin-focused miner called United Dogecoin. Together, they’re making a big move to go public through a special merger. The deal includes $11 million in fresh funding to help United Dogecoin grow faster than private miners usually do. Th

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Games and Mental Health: Experts Split on Digital Therapy Options

Therapists today face a tough call when it comes to using video games to help patients. Some see them as a fresh tool to reduce stress or teach coping skills. Others worry games might do more harm than good, especially if players get too caught up. This mixed reaction makes it hard for new game-base

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May 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Crime Drama Thriller Set to Re-examine JFK’s Assassination

A new movie aims to show the Kennedy assassination through a different lens, focusing on the alleged role of organized crime rather than politics. The story revolves around a 48-hour window before and after JFK’s death, suggesting behind-the-scenes manipulation by mobsters. Instead of a standard acc

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Data Center Dilemma Unites Opposites

A crowded town hall in Lyon Township, Michigan, buzzed with people ready to voice their concerns about a planned massive data center. The meeting’s official agenda was simple—a drain easement—but locals were focused on a bigger issue that had everyone talking. Participants carried notes, water bo

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Venezuela Boosts Minimum Pay to $240 While Pensions Rise

The acting president of Venezuela announced that the lowest monthly wage will jump to $240, a move aimed at easing the burden on workers facing soaring prices. Pensions for retirees will also climb to $70, marking a 40‑percent increase, though officials said this may still fall short of what people

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May 01 2026CRYPTO

Simple Wall Street Inside a Crypto Wallet

A new feature lets users hold tokenised U. S. stocks and ETFs directly in a crypto wallet. The service adds more than 260 tradable tokens that represent real shares and funds. Instead of moving money to a broker, people can keep everything in one place. They can see names like Apple, Tesla

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Caris LeVert: From Ohio Courts to NBA Stardom

Caris LeVert grew up in Pickerington, Ohio, a town known for its tough basketball players. He started playing in high school and led his team to a state title, showing early talent that caught college scouts’ attention. After high school he chose the University of Michigan, where he became a key

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Tennis Channel’s New Boss Brings Amazon Tricks to the Court

Jeff Blackburn, who spent 24 years at Amazon building Prime Video and Amazon Music, left the tech giant to become CEO of Tennis Channel. He is a former high‑school tennis star who once gave up the sport to play football at Dartmouth, but he returned to the game while still at Amazon and now competes

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