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May 07 2026WEATHER

Plan your Ohio Mother’s Day before the rain moves in

Next Sunday, May 10, is Mother’s Day—time to pick a card or book a brunch. Ohio’s major cities look set for a soggy celebration: expect plenty of clouds and a strong chance of showers all day. Akron peaks around 67°, while Cincinnati could touch 74° but bring an umbrella just in case. The holiday w

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May 07 2026OPINION

Phones in schools: why a total ban misses the bigger picture

Schools today aren’t just teaching algebra or history—they’re preparing students for a world where phones are everywhere. A complete ban on these devices might seem like an easy fix for distractions, but it ignores a bigger issue: teaching responsible use instead of avoiding technology altogether. T

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Georgia’s Election Battle: Who Really Controls the 2020 Ballots?

A judge recently said the FBI can keep over 600 boxes of 2020 election ballots taken from Georgia’s election center during a January raid. This decision came after Fulton County, home to most of Atlanta, asked for the ballots back. County lawyers argued the FBI’s search relied on weak evidence and b

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May 07 2026POLITICS

What’s happening with Virginia’s top Democrat?

Federal agents showed up unannounced Wednesday in Portsmouth, Virginia, targeting places tied to state Sen. Louise Lucas, a powerful Democrat and marijuana advocate. They raided her personal office, a dispensary she co-owns, and other locations connected to her. Footage from the scene shows agents c

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May 07 2026POLITICS

How race plays a hidden role in medical school admissions

A government review found that UCLA’s medical school admissions process gave Black and Hispanic applicants an edge over other groups. The Justice Department claims the school broke the law by prioritizing race in selections, pointing out that Black and Hispanic students who got in typically had lowe

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May 07 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart tech helps plan travel better in Aosta Valley

Aosta Valley in Italy gets a lot of visitors, especially by car. Every year, millions drive through its roads and highways. But predicting how many tourists will arrive isn’t easy. Weather changes, holidays, and sudden events can throw off even the best guesses. Most old forecasting tools struggle w

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May 07 2026EDUCATION

Ballpark Basics: Where Baseball Meets Brainy Science

Over 3, 500 students from Southern California swapped backpacks for baseball caps earlier this week at Angel Stadium. But this wasn’t just another game day—it was a hands-on science lesson disguised as a field trip. The event turned the stadium into a giant lab where physics, biology, and even a lit

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May 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

What Happens When a Bad Show Becomes a Streaming Hit?

A TV show about dinosaurs popping up in Los Angeles might sound like a fun idea, but that didn’t stop La Brea from getting canceled after three seasons. The show’s wild premise—a giant sinkhole opens in the city, sending people back to prehistoric times—should have been a hit. Instead, it struggled

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Why cutting addiction research could backfire on America

The U. S. spends over $740 billion yearly dealing with alcohol and drug problems. Yet, in early 2025, two major federal programs got hit hard. One lost most of its staff while the other had hundreds of millions in research grants canceled. These programs used to track addiction trends and fund studi

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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Fifty and Still Shaking Up the Fashion World

Fashion stereotypes often suggest careers fade by thirty. Molly Sims decided to challenge that idea directly. At 52, she’s not just still working; she’s diving into photo shoots with more energy than many half her age. Her latest bikini shoot for Sports Illustrated isn’t just another gig—it’s a clea

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