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Jun 15 2026ART

New Art Leader Takes Charge at Southeast Louisiana

Michael Eble has stepped into the role of head of visual arts and design at Southeast Louisiana University. Before this, he was assistant dean for the College of Arts at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where he managed collegewide communication and ran the Fletcher Hall Gallery. Eble also

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Jun 11 2026SPORTS

A Star‑Studded Conversation: Michael J. Fox and Caleb Williams

Michael J. Fox, known worldwide for his roles in film and his work with Parkinson’s research, recently shared a surprising encounter with the Chicago Bears’ rookie quarterback. During a podcast episode hosted by Chris Simms, Fox explained that just before the NFC Championship game he ran into the ac

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Jun 08 2026CRYPTO

What’s Next for Crypto Tax Rules in the U. S. ?

Lawmakers in Washington are finally rolling up their sleeves on crypto taxes. The House Ways and Means Committee dropped seven draft bills recently, signaling the start of serious talks on how digital assets should be taxed. These aren’t just random ideas—they’re the first real steps toward turning

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Jun 08 2026HEALTH

When Sleep Becomes a Struggle: A Look at Michael Jackson's Late-Night Battle

Michael Jackson spent years trying to outsmart sleepless nights. Toward the end, even extreme doses of cough syrup couldn’t deliver the rest he craved. Reports from someone who saw him firsthand describe a night where Jackson downed enough syrup to knock out most people—but not him. He chugged two f

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Jun 06 2026FINANCE

New Tax Rules for Crypto Staking and Trading

Lawmakers are considering changes to how taxes apply to cryptocurrency staking and trading. A proposed rule now lets people wait until they sell newly created tokens before reporting them as income. Until now, earning tokens through staking or mining usually meant paying taxes on them right away, ev

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May 31 2026POLITICS

Illinois politicians race to finish budget before deadline

Lawmakers in Illinois are scrambling to finalize a $55 billion budget before their weekend deadline. The main focus is on taxes and spending, not the Chicago Bears' stadium plans. Some politicians want to tax big tech companies and wealthy residents to pay for services. Others worry about raising co

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May 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Take the Ice: A New Docu‑Series About Vancouver’s Junior Hockey

Michael Bublé, the hit‑making singer from Burnaby, and Drew Scott, known for his home‑renovation shows, have joined forces to launch a six‑episode docu‑series on Prime Video. The series focuses on the Vancouver Giants, a junior hockey team in which both men hold ownership shares. The show follows t

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May 21 2026ART

Painting Mixes Faith and Diary Lines in a Fresh Look

Michaela Yearwood‑Dan’s latest canvas, called “The Sparrow Is Never Lost, ” shows bright layers of orange, red and pink on two tall panels. Tiny glass beads in brown and green add texture, while handwritten words appear across the surface. One phrase, “Aint no shame in me, ” echoes the spirit of her

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May 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Old Show Finds New Fans as Movies and Reboots Light the Way

Michael Mann has built a career that spans writing, producing and directing for more than sixty years. He began on the TV series Starsky & Hutch in the mid‑1970s and moved into films with his first feature, Thief, in 1981. His reputation grew with successes like Manhunter (1986), The Last of the

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May 11 2026POLITICS

Election Shakeup: Vote on Vice President Sara Duterte’s Impeachment Looms

Lawmakers in the Philippines will decide on Monday whether to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte, a move that could block her 2028 presidential bid. The House Justice Committee last month found enough grounds for impeachment after activists accused her of misusing public money, building hidden weal

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