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May 19 2026CRIME

Seasonal Crime: How to Stay One Step Ahead

Spring brings warmer days and longer nights, but it also opens a door for petty thieves. The first hint that crime is on the rise comes when people start opening windows, leaving cars unlocked and garages ajar. These small slips give easy targets to opportunists who walk down streets in the earl

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May 19 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Who gets to play with the Bananas? Knoxville picks its favorite

Knoxville has a fun choice to make. Four big names are left in a vote to see who joins the Savannah Bananas for two special baseball games. The team is famous for breaking the rules and making games exciting. Two country singers, Kenny Chesney and Morgan Wallen, are in one matchup. Both grew up in E

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May 19 2026HEALTH

75 Years of JOGI: Big Celebration at a Major Medical Event in Delhi

This year marks a big milestone for JOGI—a group that’s been around since 1949. They recently celebrated their 75th anniversary at a major medical conference in Delhi. The event wasn’t just about cake and candles; it was a chance to look back at how far they’ve come and where they’re headed next. J

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May 19 2026POLITICS

What happens when faith, politics, and health collide?

A major prayer event in Washington D. C. recently made headlines not just for its size or message, but for the strong words of one speaker. A well-known religious leader used a recorded address to describe the country as deeply troubled, pointing to social changes as proof of moral decline. These co

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May 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cannes, New Orleans and Beyond: A Week of Star‑Powered Events

The entertainment world buzzed this week, with big names showing up at festivals, premieres and special celebrations across the globe. In France, actors Colman Domingo and Jeremy Pope were spotted at the Kering Women In Motion Awards held during the Cannes Film Festival, while British star David Oye

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May 17 2026BUSINESS

New shops and food spots shaping up in Williamsburg and nearby areas

A long-running Williamsburg restaurant has shut its doors after four decades, but new businesses are stepping in to fill the space. The Whaling Co. , a fixture in the area since the 1980s, closed for good in August, leaving a vacant building on McLaws Circle. Now, two big-name chains are vying for t

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May 17 2026SPORTS

High School Sports Results: May 16 Wrap-Up

On May 16, high schools across Section III played hard in multiple sports. The boys tennis teams clashed in crossover matches, with Christian Brothers Academy crushing Whitesboro 5-0 and Jamesville-DeWitt dominating Manlius Pebble Hill 5-0. Softball saw some big scores. Lyme shut out General Brown

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May 16 2026OPINION

Youth Voices Unite: A Call to Action for Safety and Support

Staten Island faces a growing problem: more teens are getting involved in shootings, even though overall city violence is falling. This trend shows that young people are slipping into dangerous situations faster and with fewer safeguards than before. The Canvas Institute has seen the hidden struggl

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May 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Bandai Namco’s Big Plans for PlayX4 2026

Next year’s PlayX4 event in Goyang will feature a major presence from Bandai Namco Entertainment, running from May 21 to 24 at KINTEX. Instead of just setting up a standard booth, the company is turning its space into a mini arcade experience. Visitors stepping in will feel like they’re entering a f

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May 16 2026RELIGION

A Weekend of Faith, Politics, and Debate on the National Mall

This weekend, a big outdoor event called "Rededicate 250" is planned for the National Mall in Washington, D. C. It’s a day-long gathering focusing on prayer and faith, with a strong Christian presence. Most of the speakers and performers are evangelical Christians, including a famous actor known for

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