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May 02 2026CELEBRITIES

Workplace tensions: when pets and payroll don’t mix

In 2022 Leslie Kuhn started as an office assistant for Howard Stern, handling everything from calendar management to staff payroll. Two years later her role shifted to overseeing daily life in the Sterns’ Southampton mansion, which meant juggling schedules for household employees while also managing

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May 02 2026CRIME

What happens when a long-term officer speaks up?

A Vero Beach police lieutenant has taken legal action, claiming he faced punishment after reporting concerns about workplace behavior. His deposition paints a picture of ongoing issues stretching back to the early 2000s, including claims of unprofessional conduct by superiors. Yet an internal review

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Tech Money vs AI Rules: A Strange Political Battle

New York is seeing a fight over AI rules that breaks normal political rules. A tech billionaire is spending millions to push for strict laws, especially to protect children from AI dangers and stop job losses. He backs a former tech critic now running for office. But big tech companies are fighting

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Rings Get Smarter: Tracking Hormones Like Never Before

For years, wearable tech focused mostly on steps and heart rate. Now a popular smart ring is changing the game by adding hormone tracking to its list of features. Two big updates—one for birth control users and another for those going through menopause—are rolling out soon. The goal? To help people

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May 02 2026HEALTH

Smarter Skincare and Wellness Tools to Use at Home

People now have small, portable devices that bring professional-level skin and body care into their homes. These gadgets use light, gentle electric currents, and heat to target issues like hair loss, wrinkles, stiff joints, and unwanted hair. Each device works in short sessions—often just 10 minutes

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Venezuela Boosts Minimum Pay to $240 While Pensions Rise

The acting president of Venezuela announced that the lowest monthly wage will jump to $240, a move aimed at easing the burden on workers facing soaring prices. Pensions for retirees will also climb to $70, marking a 40‑percent increase, though officials said this may still fall short of what people

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Supreme Court’s Busy Calendar: Key Cases and Upcoming Decisions

The Supreme Court is set to announce 35 final opinions by July, wrapping up its current term. Cases were argued throughout the year: November saw three, December four, January five, February three, March ten, and April another ten. The last non‑argument session was scheduled for June 25, but the cou

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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 2026SPORTS

Sunny Day Ahead for NYC Bike Tour

New York City’s biggest charity bike ride is set to enjoy a pleasant Sunday. Weather models predict clear skies and temperatures peaking near 59 degrees, making it a comfortable day for riders. About thirty‑two thousand cyclists will line the streets across all five boroughs, sharing roads with m

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May 01 2026POLITICS

Mental Health Care: A Costly Misstep and a Fight for Better Options

The state of mental health treatment in South Carolina is more than a public health issue; it’s an economic emergency. Every year, the United States loses about $343 billion because people with serious mental illnesses are forced into jails or emergency rooms instead of receiving proper psychiatric

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