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May 28 2026FINANCE

AI spending is sneaking up on companies—here’s how to get ahead

Big tech giants like Microsoft and Alphabet are suddenly pouring billions into AI, but the real problem isn’t the headlines—it’s the hidden costs. A sports tech company once discovered an engineer quietly burning $600, 000 a year across 40 AI models, all without anyone noticing. That’s the wild worl

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May 28 2026LIFESTYLE

Tuscaloosa’s new $150 million riverfront resort: what to expect when it opens in 2028

Plans for a flashy riverfront resort in Tuscaloosa are finally taking shape. Developers broke ground this month on a $150 million complex that promises a sports-heavy experience just a short walk from the University of Alabama. The project isn’t just another hotel—it’s a full mini-neighborhood with

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May 28 2026SCIENCE

A peek at a tiny blue octopus hidden in the deep sea

Deep in the Galápagos waters lives a small blue octopus most people have never seen. It’s so tiny it fits in the space between a person’s palm and middle finger. Scientists first spotted this creature in 2015 using a robot camera diving about a mile and a half below the surface. The creature captur

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May 28 2026OPINION

Why Cities Keep Paying for Stadiums That May Not Be Worth It

Sports teams often act like they hold all the cards when cities talk about building new stadiums. If a town hesitates, owners threaten to leave—like the Oakland A’s did when they moved to Las Vegas instead of waiting for Oakland’s deal. Other teams have made the same move, from San Diego to Tampa, a

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May 28 2026SPORTS

New Rules Could Change the Game for College Coaches and Players

College sports might soon face big changes if a new bill makes it through Congress. Two senators from different parties have teamed up to propose the Protect College Sports Act, a sweeping plan aimed at fixing some of the biggest problems in the industry. One portion of the bill, often called the "L

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May 28 2026HEALTH

Countries Ramp Up Border Checks as Ebola Threat Grows

Global health officials have sounded the alarm about a recent Ebola flare-up in Central Africa, pushing nations to rethink how they handle travelers from affected areas. The outbreak, centered near the Democratic Republic of Congo, has led to a patchwork of new rules worldwide, as countries try to b

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May 28 2026TECHNOLOGY

A New Way to Keep Clothes Clean in Space

Space travel has many challenges, and laundry is one of the oddest. Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) can’t wash clothes the way we do on Earth. Water behaves differently in microgravity, and loose droplets could damage equipment. Instead, they bring limited clothes, sometimes wear

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May 27 2026FINANCE

Stocks That Made Headlines: A Quick Look at Tech and Space Movers

Micron Technology’s shares jumped close to twenty percent, pushing the price above $900 for the first time in years. Analysts say this lift comes from a growing need for high‑bandwidth memory that powers artificial intelligence, turning the company’s future outlook into a bright spot for investors.

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May 27 2026SPORTS

Apple Brings Back Soccer Podcast for World Cup

Apple has announced a new season of its soccer podcast, set to start on June 7. The show will focus on the 2026 FIFA World Cup and feature host Brendan Hunt, known for his work on Apple TV’s “Ted Lasso. ” Hunt will team up with Rebecca Lowe, who currently covers the Premier League on NBC Sports and

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May 27 2026SPORTS

'Brisbane 2032: Sports Cut? Maybe Not Forever'

'The president of the International Olympic Committee, Kirsty Coventry, told sports leaders that any sports removed from Brisbane 2032 could come back in later Games. She said the change is not permanent. Coventry warned that future Olympics must be easier to run and cheaper. She wants fewer spor

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