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Jun 08 2026CELEBRITIES

Broadway shines bright as stars gather for the 2026 Tony Awards

The red carpet at the 2026 Tony Awards turned New York City’s theater district into a dazzling runway. A mix of Broadway actors, Hollywood faces, and music stars showed up dressed to the nines. Host Pink kept the energy high while the crowd celebrated stage talent’s biggest night of the year. Theat

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Jun 07 2026SCIENCE

Solar‑Powered Sea Water Clean‑Up That Leaves No Waste

A new way to turn salty sea water into drinkable fresh water uses only the sun and no harmful chemicals. Scientists say this method could help millions who have no clean water. The idea uses special panels that soak up sunlight and pull in a thin film of sea water. A tiny groove on the pane

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Jun 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

Turning Plastic Waste into Fuel: A New Way to Handle Trash

Every year, countries produce more plastic than they can recycle. Much of this extra plastic ends up buried underground or floating in oceans, creating long-term pollution problems. Researchers are now testing a method that could turn this waste into useful energy. Instead of burning plastic or toss

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Jun 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A space adventure with big choices and time twists

A new sci-fi game called Exodus is on the way, dreamed up by developers who once worked on the popular Mass Effect series. The game puts players in the role of Jun Arslan, a character whose home planet is slowly falling apart because of a space virus called The Rot. But here’s the twist: players get

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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

California’s political mailer game: when fake endorsements get real funding

California voters often open their mailboxes to find colorful voter guides that look official but aren’t always honest about who’s behind them. These “slate mailers” pretend to be from respected groups like cops, firefighters, or teachers—organizations that voters trust. In reality, candidates pay t

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

Is alkaline water a health booster or just another passing trend?

Bottled water labeled as alkaline often gets attention for its mineral additives like calcium and magnesium, which raise its pH above neutral. While regular tap water usually falls below a neutral pH of 7, alkaline water hovers around 8 or 9, leading some to believe it can balance the body’s acid le

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Jun 06 2026HEALTH

Heat, Health or Pay: The Daily Dilemma of Delhi Workers

Workers in Delhi’s summer face a hard choice: keep earning or stay safe. A driver who spends long hours on the road must decide whether to shorten his shift and earn less, or push through the blistering heat that can worsen his health. The city’s many wage earners—construction crews, street tr

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Jun 06 2026POLITICS

Taiwan Looks to Drones for Better Defence Spending

Taiwan is being urged to change how it spends on defence, especially by a senior U. S. diplomat who visited Taipei last week. The main point is that money should be directed toward drones and other small, flexible weapons that can level the playing field against China. The island’s government has

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Jun 06 2026SPORTS

High School Stars Shine in June Awards

Readers on the city’s online portal chose this month’s standout athletes from local high schools, covering performances up to the end of May. Winners can now download and print their own certificates from a shared link, and they’re encouraged to send a photo of the award in use for the newspaper’s g

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Jun 06 2026EDUCATION

Splash Into Summer: New YMCA Water Safety Camps

The Dow Bay Area Family YMCA in Bay City is launching a fresh summer program that blends learning with fun. These short camps focus on teaching kids how to stay safe in water while letting them enjoy games and activities. Each three‑day session is split into clear blocks: a half‑hour swim lesson,

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