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May 02 2026WEATHER

Coastal dangers and weekend heat: what locals need to watch

Temperatures this weekend will swing between hot days inland and chilly coastal breezes, making for a mixed bag of weather across Oregon. While cities like Salem brace for a sudden temperature spike to 87 degrees Sunday, the coast stays cooler, with Seaside hitting just 62 on Saturday. The differenc

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May 02 2026SPORTS

From NFL Star to TV Star: Can Russell Wilson Make the Switch?

Russell Wilson might soon hang up his cleats for a microphone. The 37-year-old former NFL quarterback is close to signing with CBS Sports to join their NFL broadcast team. After a rough few years in Denver—where he won just 11 games in two seasons—Wilson’s playing days seem behind him. The Broncos m

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May 02 2026SPORTS

Protest banner over Fenway shows team ownership under fire

A plane dragged a protest banner over Fenway Park last Friday while players warmed up below. The banner asked fans to push for the manager’s removal and for the team to be sold. The stunt happened just days after the club fired its skipper and most coaches following a rough start to the season. Whil

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May 02 2026CELEBRITIES

Kathy Hilton learns the hard way: AI tricks don't belong in your kitchen

Kathy Hilton, best known for her reality TV life, recently shared a cautionary tale about trusting the wrong online advice. She tried a viral Jell-O diet, convinced by AI-generated videos featuring celebrities she trusted. Hilton wasn't alone in her mistake—scammers used digital impersonations of Op

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

Regional Climate Models Show Bigger Rainfall Shifts in Southeast Asia

Recent research has revealed that zooming in on the climate picture can change how we see future rainstorms. Scientists compared a global model, which looks at the whole planet in broad strokes, with a regional model that focuses on Southeast Asia’s islands and surrounding seas. The regional v

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May 01 2026FINANCE

Tech Stocks on the Upside: A New Look at AI and Income Funds

The market has been nervous about artificial intelligence, but new evidence shows it’s actually boosting job growth and demand for software. A study by Apollo Global Management highlights a steep rise in new businesses that use AI, especially in areas where the technology is most adopted. This trend

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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

Lane Kiffin keeps teasing Ole Miss from afar

New Ole Miss football coach Pete Golding isn’t worried about Lane Kiffin’s social media shots at his old team. Kiffin, now at LSU, has a history of playful jabs at Ole Miss and its fans since leaving in November. But Golding sees it differently. “Lane is Lane, ” Golding said in late April. “He jokes

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May 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

PlayStation games now: one-time check, no more hassles

A strange warning popped up last weekend for some PlayStation buyers. New digital copies suddenly showed a 30-day countdown, making players worry they’d lose access if they stayed offline. Quick tests by gamers suggested the timer might reset itself after a month, turning a one-time check into a per

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May 01 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Pig-themed fun at the casino bar

A new temporary bar has landed in Atlantic City, bringing a playful twist to the usual casino scene. Called The Piggy Bank, this spot is full of bright colors, pig-shaped decorations, and drinks served in quirky containers. It’s open for only a few months, giving visitors a fun reason to stop by bef

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