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May 07 2026WEATHER

Plan your Ohio Mother’s Day before the rain moves in

Next Sunday, May 10, is Mother’s Day—time to pick a card or book a brunch. Ohio’s major cities look set for a soggy celebration: expect plenty of clouds and a strong chance of showers all day. Akron peaks around 67°, while Cincinnati could touch 74° but bring an umbrella just in case. The holiday w

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May 07 2026POLITICS

What’s happening with Virginia’s top Democrat?

Federal agents showed up unannounced Wednesday in Portsmouth, Virginia, targeting places tied to state Sen. Louise Lucas, a powerful Democrat and marijuana advocate. They raided her personal office, a dispensary she co-owns, and other locations connected to her. Footage from the scene shows agents c

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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Met Gala’s Unwritten Guest List Rules

Anna Wintour’s annual fashion fundraiser isn’t just about stunning outfits—it’s a carefully guarded circle where loyalty to certain figures comes first. Some big names like Meghan Markle and the Beckham couple learned this the hard way. Romeo Beckham, though, slipped into the 2024 event thanks to Bu

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May 06 2026BUSINESS

Greenhouse Growth: What New York Growers Need to Know

In recent years, New York has opened the door for adult‑use cannabis cultivation. Yet many growers still lack clear data on how much they can expect to produce and earn in a greenhouse setting. A new study tackles this gap by comparing two popular flowering methods: autoflower, which does not rel

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May 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Behind the Scenes at Fashion’s Biggest Night

New York City turns into a glittering runway every May when fashion’s elite gather for the Met Gala. But the real action happens off-stage—at private parties where stars mix, mingle, and sometimes outshine the main event itself. These gatherings aren’t just about showing up; they’re carefully planne

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Planned Parenthood Loans: A Code‑Word Controversy

Senator Joni Ernst said the Biden team talked about giving large forgivable loans to Planned Parenthood during COVID, but used a secret label “Benghazi” in emails to hide the plan. The SBA chief of staff replied “Yes, let’s talk Benghazi” after a senior attorney asked for a meeting. Ernst claims t

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Balancing progress with community needs in Denver’s new sports complex

Denver’s plan for a major sports and entertainment district near Burnham Yard keeps sparking strong reactions. While the Denver Broncos push for a modern complex with stadiums, shops, and green spaces, the area’s history raises tough questions. Long before parking lots and tailgate parks, Indigenous

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May 03 2026FINANCE

New CEO Faces Big Test at Berkshire’s Annual Shareholder Meeting

Greg Abel, 63, stepped onto the stage at Berkshire Hathaway’s first annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, after taking over as chief executive last January. He began by welcoming the company’s top leaders and introduced a banner that honored Warren Buffett, who had led the firm for 60 years. Buff

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May 02 2026FINANCE

What Chicago Atlantic’s Big Meeting Means for Investors in 2026

A company that lends money mostly to smaller cannabis firms has set a date for its stockholders to meet and make decisions. On June 24, 2026, holders of company shares can log in online to vote on big-picture matters, but only if they owned stock before April 27, 2026. The company describes itself a

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Tennis Channel’s New Boss Brings Amazon Tricks to the Court

Jeff Blackburn, who spent 24 years at Amazon building Prime Video and Amazon Music, left the tech giant to become CEO of Tennis Channel. He is a former high‑school tennis star who once gave up the sport to play football at Dartmouth, but he returned to the game while still at Amazon and now competes

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