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May 09 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities Over 40: Beach Bodies That Keep the Spotlight

Age is just a number, and these stars prove it on sunny shores. Jennifer Lopez still rocks a toned midsection that looks like a work of art, while Cindy Crawford and Christie Brinkley show that style doesn’t fade with time. Kelly Ripa keeps her physique sharp through regular workouts and mindf

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May 09 2026CELEBRITIES

Sky‑High Dining Opens in Sonoma County

The new rooftop restaurant, AYA, opened on Thursday, May 7 at the Graton Resort and Casino near Rohnert Park. The launch night was a mix of local guests, food experts and pop‑culture personalities. Celebrity chef Roy Ellamar unveiled the menu, featuring fine wines, creative starters and a plen

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May 09 2026WEATHER

Pollen in the Air: How Dry Weather Hits South Carolina

South Carolina is dealing with a tough weather mix. The state is still in severe to extreme drought, and the dry air keeps pollen from washing away. Warm temperatures and steady breezes let pollen stay airborne longer, making allergies worse for many residents. When rain is scarce, trees and grasse

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

Summer Gear Bargains: Target’s Hot Deals

Target has rolled out a fresh batch of discounted activewear that fits everyday summer activities. The range includes leggings, shorts, tank tops, sports bras, dresses and light layers from brands like All in Motion. Whether you’re hitting yoga mats, strolling the block, or sprinting on a sunny trai

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May 09 2026SPORTS

Future Star Dakota Jordan Shines in Baseball

Dakota Jordan, once a top high‑school athlete who dreamed of playing both football and baseball in college, has found his true calling on the diamond. After going undrafted in 2024, he signed with the San Francisco Giants as a fourth‑round pick and quickly proved that his talent is real. Standing

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May 09 2026EDUCATION

Church Facades Tell a Story of Two Cultures

In Sichuan and Chongqing, 62 Catholic churches still stand from the years 1840 to 1949. These buildings are seen as important links between Chinese and Western traditions, so they have been put on a heritage protection list. Researchers used a method called “semantic difference” to score each

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May 09 2026FINANCE

AI Trading Bot Lets New Users Jump Into Market Moves

BsStrategy has opened a new door for people who want to trade with computers instead of watching charts all day. The company’s platform, which can read market data in real time and run ready‑made trading plans, is now live for anyone to try. Anyone who signs up today gets a $10 credit to play around

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May 09 2026SCIENCE

Diversity Boosts Forest Carbon, Especially in Cold and Dry Places

Scientists studied 15 long‑term forest sites around the world, from tropical jungles to Arctic woodlands. They measured how many different tree species were present and how much organic carbon was stored in the soil, a key factor that helps slow climate change. The overall trend showed that forests

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May 09 2026CRIME

Nightclub Closed After Tragic Shooting in Deep Ellum

The club that once buzzed with music and dance in Dallas’s Deep Ellum neighborhood has shut its doors after a violent incident. A security guard was killed and five people were hurt when two shootings broke out inside the venue earlier this week. The police are still looking into what happened, and

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May 09 2026POLITICS

City Cuts Permitting Rules to Boost New Music Spots

Reno’s planning board decided on Thursday to try a new rule that makes it easier for fresh music venues to open in downtown and Midtown. The plan removes the need for a conditional‑use permit when a new business wants to host indoor live shows after 11 p. m. The city still requires permits for outdo

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