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Jun 14 2026BUSINESS

World Cup Fans Face Sticker Shock in New Jersey Lodging Market

New Jersey is preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but the excitement hasn’t matched the steep prices being charged for parking spots and hotel rooms. A recently renovated hotel near MetLife Stadium is asking $450 just to park overnight during the final match while rooms for that night are priced

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Jun 14 2026BUSINESS

When Big Mergers Get Messy: The Fight Over a $111 Billion Hollywood Deal

California isn’t ready to let this mega-merger sail through smoothly. Even though federal regulators gave the green light to the Warner Bros. and Paramount Skydance union, state officials are digging deeper. The California Attorney General’s office just signaled it’s not backing down, hinting the de

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Jun 13 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Gritty Crime in the Big City: A Fresh Take on New York’s Dark Side

New York has always been a stage for crime stories, but most shows stick to familiar plots—hero cops, clear villains, and dramatic shootouts. A new series flips that script by diving into Hell’s Kitchen’s real-life past, where small gangs held power through fear. Instead of polished mafia bosses, th

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Jun 13 2026HEALTH

Support from doctors matters most after baby arrives

New moms often get conflicting advice about shedding baby weight. Some want to drop pounds fast while others feel it’s not the right time. Research shows doctors, nurses and dietitians play a huge role in what new moms actually do. If medical staff offer clear tips and encouragement, women are more

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Jun 12 2026POLITICS

California’s tax vote: Should high earners keep paying more for schools?

California voters will soon decide if wealthy residents should keep paying extra taxes to fund public schools. Enough signatures have been gathered to put the question on the November ballot. The proposal would lock in higher tax rates for top earners, originally approved in 2012 and extended in 201

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Jun 12 2026POLITICS

Michigan Proposes New Rules for Retirement Funds to Dip into Crypto

Michigan is testing waters to let retirement funds invest in cryptocurrency—but under strict conditions. A pending bill, House Bill 4510, wants to change rules for public employee retirement systems, allowing them to add digital assets to investment portfolios. So far, the bill hasn’t become law, an

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

Riding smart: Why e-bikes and scooters need traffic flow

Florida’s roads often feel like a free-for-all, especially when it comes to newer modes of transport. E-bikes and scooters are popping up everywhere, but many riders seem to forget a basic rule: direction matters. Whether on sidewalks or streets, moving against traffic is a recipe for danger. Driver

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Jun 11 2026POLITICS

How Florida’s Congressional Map Stayed Redrawn – And What It Means for Elections

Florida voters will face a new set of congressional districts this November after the state Supreme Court chose not to block Republican-drawn changes. The court decided it couldn’t interfere while a legal challenge is still moving through a lower court. That means candidates still have time to file

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Jun 10 2026ART

Public Art Sprouts Along LA’s New D Line

New stations on Los Angeles Metro’s D Line bring fresh art that invites commuters to pause. At the Wilshire/Fairfax concourse, Ken Gonzales‑Day shows photographs taken from LACMA’s collection. He tweaked his camera work to make the pictures shift from dark to bright, echoing a journey up from underg

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Jun 10 2026CELEBRITIES

Big Names Light Up Knicks Game Night in NYC

New York City turned into a red-carpet playground when the Knicks brought the NBA Finals back to Madison Square Garden after nearly three decades. The energy wasn’t just in the players’ sweat—it was in the crowd too. Nearly 90 famous faces packed the arena, turning courtside seats into the hottest V

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