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May 13 2026CELEBRITIES

Meghan’s jewelry and clothes get a fresh look in new brand photos

Meghan Markle just dropped new photos for her lifestyle brand, and they’re getting people talking. Instead of going all-out glam, she mixed expensive jewelry with simple clothes—like a fancy diamond necklace with a plain white T-shirt. The necklace alone costs over $60, 000, which makes you wonder w

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May 13 2026BUSINESS

Why Roller Rabbit Got Away with Staying in Nantucket

Nantucket has a rule to protect its small-town charm: no big chain stores. But Roller Rabbit, a trendy sleepwear brand, found a loophole. Instead of closing up, it rebranded as a "general store, " selling other brands alongside its own. Now, locals are frustrated because this seems like a sneaky way

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May 13 2026ENVIRONMENT

Big Tech’s Hot New Problem: Utah’s Looming AI Factory

In Utah’s quiet Hansel Valley, a single project is forcing the country to face the messy reality of AI. Spread across 40, 000 acres—an area bigger than many cities—the proposed Stratos AI campus isn’t just a collection of servers. It’s a power-guzzling monster that could drain more electricity than

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May 13 2026FINANCE

Retirement funds at risk in crypto bill debate

A group of major labor unions is raising alarms about a Senate bill that could change how retirement savings are invested. The five unions, representing millions of workers, argue the bill would let cryptocurrencies into pension plans without enough safeguards. They warn that if crypto values crash,

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May 13 2026POLITICS

New rules in Hawaii and Montana aim to change how companies influence elections

Two states are testing a fresh approach to reduce corporate and hidden money in politics. Hawaii’s legislature just passed a bill that would stop corporations from spending on elections by legally redefining what a corporation can do. At the same time, volunteers in Montana are pushing a ballot meas

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May 13 2026POLITICS

Why Iran’s Nuclear Stance Matters More Than Gas Prices Right Now

President Trump recently made clear that Iran getting a nuclear weapon tops his list of concerns—even if it means Americans spend more at the pump. When asked if tougher rules on Iran could hurt wallets amid rising costs, he flat-out said, “Not even a little bit. ” His focus stays locked on preventi

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May 12 2026SCIENCE

The Moon through new lenses: what Artemis astronauts discovered beyond the backyard view

Most people see the Moon as a gray rock hanging in the sky. But four astronauts just spent ten days looking at it from a hundred miles away—and returned with stories that surprised even the scientists who trained them. Instead of seeing a flat, colorless surface, the crew noticed subtle browns, gree

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May 12 2026FINANCE

Gas Prices Jump on Hot Weather and Global Supply Worries

A sharp rise in U. S. natural gas prices last week surprised many who thought supplies were plentiful. Forecasters now predict a hot week ahead, which could push power plants to burn more gas for air conditioning. Demand might climb higher, but the real spark came from worries over Middle Eastern su

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May 12 2026POLITICS

Who Decides When the U. S. Goes to War?

Back in 1942, Congress last officially declared war. Since then, presidents have sent troops overseas over 100 times without that same approval. The Constitution says Congress should handle war declarations, but presidents argue they can act fast when they see a threat. A 1973 law tried to fix this

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May 12 2026HEALTH

Staying Active Starts Early: Predicting Mobility Problems Before They Begin

The world’s population is aging quickly, and governments worry about what that means for public health. One big concern is mobility – the ability to move around freely. Once people start having trouble walking or standing, their quality of life drops fast. Researchers believe catching these problems

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