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Apr 30 2026CRIME

When Luxury Meets the Law: A Close Look at a High-Profile Incident

A well-known jeweler, who once showed off his lavish lifestyle on a popular reality show, found himself in legal trouble after a road rage incident in Miami. On a late night in March, the jeweler pulled up behind another driver whose car was stuck at a broken parking gate. Instead of waiting patient

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Apr 30 2026TECHNOLOGY

Deepfakes hit TikTok: Celebrities used to trick viewers

AI-generated videos of famous singers like Taylor Swift and Rihanna are popping up on TikTok, but they’re not real. Scammers are behind these clips, using fake celebrity voices and faces to push sketchy offers. Most of these ads pretend to be interviews or red carpet events, but the real goal is to

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Apr 30 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Portland’s May: Where Every Weekend Feels Like a Festival

May in Portland isn’t just about layers and rain—it’s a month when the city turns into a giant playground for creative minds. The Cinco de Mayo party at Waterfront Park mixes music, food, and crafts in ways that surprise even locals. Mariachi bands play while kids spin on carnival rides, and artists

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Apr 29 2026FINANCE

Powell’s Last Big Meeting: What Comes After

The Federal Reserve is set to keep interest rates unchanged at a meeting that many think will be the final one chaired by Jerome Powell. Last week, a path opened for President Trump’s pick, Kevin Warsh, to be confirmed after the Justice Department decided to end a criminal probe into Powell and t

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Apr 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

The Secret Science Behind a Perfect Cup of Coffee

Coffee is more than just a morning drink—it’s a complex mix of over a thousand flavor molecules shaped by the beans, roasting, grinding, and brewing. Yet, even with careful preparation, the taste can vary wildly. One cup might taste too sour, another too bitter, and another just right. Scientists ha

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Apr 29 2026CRYPTO

Georgia’s Crypto Scene Grows with Smoother Cash-Out Options

Since 2022, Tbilisi has quietly become a hotspot for turning digital coins into real cash. One local exchange, now adding new currencies and bank options, is making it easier for people to swap crypto without jumping through hoops. Instead of just handing over USDT for cash on the spot, clients can

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Apr 29 2026POLITICS

Fixing Michigan’s old dams: Why a billion-dollar plan matters

Michigan has over 2, 500 dams, most built more than a century ago to power mills or control water. Many now leak, crack, or no longer serve their original purpose. Between 2021 and today, the state spent $44. 5 million trying to fix the worst ones. Experts say that’s not nearly enough. A new report

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Why Angel Stadium’s Food Stand Got Rat Problems Again

A single concession stand at Angel Stadium ended up in the news recently—not because of baseball, but because health inspectors found mice nearby. The stand, tucked up in Section 42, was the only one out of nearly 160 to fail a surprise check. Officials said rodents were spotted near storage shelves

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Apr 29 2026HEALTH

Short bursts of movement and diabetes risk

Small, intense movement bursts throughout the day may help lower the chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Scientists studied how quick, vigorous activities that last less than a minute relate to diabetes risk. They also looked at slightly longer bursts of moderate to vigorous movement, up to three

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Apr 28 2026POLITICS

Former NIH Officer Charged Over COVID Record Missteps

A grand jury in Maryland has brought charges against David Mor — a senior figure at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases during the height of the pandemic. The case centers on alleged attempts to hide and alter federal records from April 2020 through December 2022, including dat

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