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May 27 2026BUSINESS

A New Owner for Chicago’s Underground Fashion Spot

The Alley, a landmark in Avondale that has served punk, goth, and metal fans for decades, is looking for a new leader. Mark Thomas, who opened the shop in 1976 after buying jewelry‑making gear with a savings bond, now faces health issues and doubts about how long he can keep running the store.

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May 27 2026SPORTS

BYU’s 2026 Season: Hype, Praise and the Reality Check

BYU’s football program is buzzing with excitement for 2026, thanks to the return of star quarterback Bear Bachmeier and running back LJ Martin. Fans are already calling it one of the most anticipated seasons in school history. A former Big 12 assistant coach, speaking without revealing his name,

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May 27 2026BUSINESS

Women CFOs Lead the AI Infrastructure Race

In the current surge of artificial intelligence, companies are pouring billions into building the hardware that powers it. The people steering these budgets are often women, a fact that raises questions about gender roles in tech leadership. These finance chiefs do more than approve numbers; they

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May 27 2026POLITICS

Montana Law Rethinks Money Rules in Politics

The newest bill, known as I‑194, aims to tighten rules around money in political campaigns. The proposal says that if the state fails to update its campaign finance laws, it could face a financial hit worth millions. The idea is that newer regulations would keep the political process fair and transp

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May 27 2026POLITICS

US Airports May Stop International Processing in Certain Cities

The U. S. government is considering cutting off customs and immigration services at major airports located in cities that have chosen not to support a federal immigration push. The idea was mentioned by the Secretary of Homeland Security, who said he has spoken with White House officials but no f

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May 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

AI Bias Toward Catholicism Revealed in New Study

Researchers from four universities built a test called AllFaith to see how big AI programs talk about religion. They asked 14 different models—big names like Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic—to answer questions about grief, love, loss, or moral choices. The results were surprising: almost all of the AI

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May 27 2026ENTERTAINMENT

IDID Takes Off With Fresh “Fly! ” Release

IDID, the newest boy band from Starship Entertainment, has launched a two‑track single album called “FLY! ” that showcases their upbeat energy and genuine teamwork. The lead song, titled “FLY! ”, comes with a B‑side named “Attent! on. ” The group, formed through the survival show Debut’s Plan in Mar

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May 27 2026TECHNOLOGY

Silicon Aging: Why Chips Don’t Just Slow Down

People often ask if a computer chip gets slower with age. The truth isn’t a simple yes or no. A CPU or GPU doesn’t just drop 10 % of its speed after five years; it usually stays the same unless something else changes. When a system feels sluggish, dust buildup, old thermal paste, background programs

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May 27 2026ENVIRONMENT

How AI and Crypto Boom Could Hit Your Wallet and the Planet

The rise of AI and cryptocurrency isn’t just changing how we use technology—it’s also reshaping where our energy comes from and how much we pay for electricity. A recent study warns that by 2030, powering the growing number of data centers for these industries could push electricity costs up by near

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May 27 2026CRYPTO

Stablecoin risks: when digital money loses its dollar anchor

Stablecoins promise safety by staying tied to real-world money, but last weekend’s hack shows how easily that promise can break. A European issuer called StablR learned this the hard way when a thief walked away with $2. 8 million after creating $13. 5 million of unbacked tokens. The attack started

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