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May 16 2026POLITICS

China Says US Proposal on Hormuz Is Ill‑Timed

The United Nations sees a new twist in the debate over the Strait of Hormuz. China’s representative to the UN, Fu Gong, openly questioned a draft resolution that the United States and Bahrain have pushed forward. He said the wording was wrong and the moment was off, warning that a vote would likely

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May 16 2026BUSINESS

Sony Announces the Exit of Long‑Serving Communications Leader

Sony Pictures Entertainment has announced that Stacy Weitz will leave her position as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications at the end of this month, after ten years with the studio. Weitz began her career at Sony in 2016 as Vice President of Corporate Communications and was promoted

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May 16 2026CRIME

Man faces trial next year after London knife attack on two Jewish men

A London court recently set March 1, 2027, as the trial date for a man accused in a shocking knife attack that left two Jewish men injured in north London. The 45-year-old defendant, identified as Essa Suleiman, appeared in court on Friday but did not enter pleas to the four charges against him, inc

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May 16 2026EDUCATION

Behind the Scenes: Two Longtime School Supporters Get Big Recognition

Two women who have quietly shaped the Highland Local Schools experience for years will finally get their moment in the spotlight. Kristine Nerlich, a high school science teacher with nearly two decades under her belt, and Koula Makris, a community volunteer since 2014, were named winners of the 2026

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Local women’s health care gets a boost in Siloam Springs

For years, women in Siloam Springs and nearby towns had to travel to get basic women’s health care. The closest options vanished in December when the local women’s center shut down after nearly three decades. That gap is now filled by a newly expanded clinic on Progress Avenue. The building used to

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May 16 2026SPORTS

Paul Reed: From Orlando\'s Courts to the NBA

Paul Reed\'s journey in basketball started in Orlando, Florida, where he spent his early years. Born in 1999, he grew up in a family that valued sports and hard work. African-American by ethnicity, Reed\'s upbringing in a U. S. household shaped his identity both on and off the court. His father\'s b

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May 16 2026OPINION

Foster Care: How Communities Can Help Kids in Need

Every year, over 365, 000 kids in the U. S. find themselves in foster care, many after experiencing tough situations like abuse or neglect. This number isn't just a statistic—it represents real children who need stability more than ever. In Florida alone, the system handles so many cases that it ran

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May 16 2026SPORTS

A Quiet Revolution in Golf Footwear

Golf shoes don’t usually turn heads. Most focus on tech specs over personality. But this new shoe quietly breaks the mold. It borrows from classic design but packs modern tricks most players overlook. The upper mixes two materials. A soft microfiber wraps the foot like a glove. Over it sits a strip

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Council Spot Gets Vacant as Member Moves Away

Chardon’s city council is about to say goodbye to one of its own. Councilman David Lelko announced he’s stepping down after eight and a half years on the job. He’ll officially leave on May 26 when he packs up and moves out of state. His resignation letter still needs to be filed, but the paperwork w

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May 16 2026WEATHER

Running in San Francisco this weekend? Wind and waves could ruin your day

San Francisco’s famous Bay to Breakers race is coming up, but the city isn’t just worried about runners this time. The National Weather Service is warning people to stay away from the coast because strong winds and rough ocean conditions will make things dangerous. Winds could hit 50 miles per hour,

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