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May 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New York Crime, Old Movie Magic: Spike Lee's Latest Hits Cannes

Spike Lee brought his latest movie, Highest 2 Lowest, to the Cannes Film Festival. This time, it was shown outside the main competition. The film stars Denzel Washington, Jeffrey Wright, A$AP Rocky, and Ilfenesh Hadera. It is a fresh take on Akira Kurosawa's 1963 crime drama, High and Low. The origi

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May 20 2025FINANCE

The Big Worry: Are Markets Ignoring Real Risks?

The leader of a major US bank, Jamie Dimon, has a warning for investors. He thinks markets and central banks are not paying enough attention to serious risks. These risks include huge government deficits, trade tensions, and the possibility of higher inflation. Dimon shared his thoughts during a mee

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May 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Iconic Encounters: Vanna White's Starstruck Moments

Vanna White is a name that has been synonymous with game shows for over four decades. She has been a staple on television, known for her role on Wheel of Fortune. Her journey began with a small role in a Troma movie, and she later set a Guinness World Record for clapping around 3. 4 million times in

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May 20 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Black Stars Shine Bright in May 2025

May 2025 was a month to remember for Black stars in the entertainment world. It was a busy month with many events. The spotlight was on the Mission Impossible movie. It was a big deal, and stars came out to support it. Angela Bassett brought her A-game to the red carpet in New York City. She wa

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May 20 2025BUSINESS

Lexington's Via Lago: A Beloved Eatery Calls It Quits

A well-known spot in Lexington is shutting down. Via Lago, a restaurant that has been a part of the community for 37 years, is closing its doors. The owner, Alan Jick, made the tough call not to renew the lease. Why? The restaurant's catering business never fully recovered from the pandemic's hit. T

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May 20 2025HEALTH

AI's Role in Tracking Brain Tumors Post-Treatment

AI is making waves in medical fields, especially in tracking brain tumors. Let's dive into how it's helping with a specific type of brain tumor called vestibular schwannomas. These tumors are benign, meaning they are not cancerous. However, they can cause some serious issues. People with these tumor

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May 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

New Strategy Game: Is Anno 117 Worth the Wait?

The Anno series of games is known for being unique. It is a mix of city-building and managing supplies. It is not like other strategy games. This makes it a bit tricky to get into. But it has a lot of potential. The latest game, Anno 117: Pax Romana, is coming out later this year. It wants to attrac

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May 19 2025ENTERTAINMENT

The Film Tariff Fiasco: Wes Anderson's Cannes Comeback

Wes Anderson, a renowned film director, recently took a jab at Donald Trump's proposed film tariffs. He did this while promoting his new movie, The Phoenician Scheme, at the Cannes Film Festival. Anderson's comments highlighted the impracticality of Trump's plan. He questioned how movies, which aren

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May 19 2025SPORTS

Eagles Secure Future with Coach's Contract Renewal

The Philadelphia Eagles have made a significant move to solidify their future. They have extended the contract of their head coach, Nick Sirianni. This decision comes after Sirianni led the team to a Super Bowl victory in his second season at the helm. The extension means Sirianni will stay with the

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May 19 2025EDUCATION

South Carolina's Underwater World Turns 25

The South Carolina Aquarium has been a hit for a quarter of a century, with 11 million people visiting to see its 5, 000 different animals. It is located by the Charleston Harbor and shows off many unique South Carolina environments, from the mountains to the sea. The aquarium gives people a chance

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