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Apr 17 2026LIFESTYLE

A Local Diner’s Last Call

A Carmel Valley staple that served breakfast for decades is closing its doors for good. Wagon Wheel, known for its fluffy pancakes and cowboy-style decor, will shut down on May 22 unless a buyer steps in. The diner started as a small food stand in the 1960s, serving farmworkers before growing into a

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Apr 17 2026SPORTS

Oklahoma’s Rough Patch and Room for Growth

Oklahoma’s softball team took a surprising hit this week, losing two games in a row for the first time this season. Their top-ranked status didn’t stop Oklahoma State from pulling off a strong win, leaving the Sooners with a tough lesson to learn. Coach Gasso wasn’t happy, calling their effort "unac

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Apr 17 2026SPORTS

LeBron James' Health Question Mark Before Lakers-Rockets Playoff Clash

The Los Angeles Lakers face their first playoff test with a major health concern hanging over their star player. LeBron James, who has been battling an illness, spoke publicly about his condition just before the team's crucial series against the Houston Rockets. His raspy voice and limited comments

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Apr 16 2026BUSINESS

Why a Music Venue Door Got Locked

A downtown music spot called Empire Control Room faced an unusual problem this month. The building owner locked one half of it because rent hadn’t been paid. The landlord’s team left a note saying the gate would stay bolted until every dollar of back rent showed up. Two different letters appeared on

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Apr 16 2026CRYPTO

Ether’s Bumpy Ride: Big Loss and Big Bets by a Major Holder

A company known for its massive Ether stash just took the biggest quarterly hit ever, losing nearly $3. 8 billion—all because its crypto investments lost value on paper. The loss came mostly from ETH’s price drop, not from selling any coins. Yet, instead of pulling back, the firm doubled down, buyin

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Apr 15 2026SPORTS

A Night of Thanks for Caregivers

At Dodger Stadium, a special event honored the health care team that helped a family through a heartbreaking loss. The evening was arranged to recognize those who cared for Alex Vesia and his wife Kayla during the birth of their daughter, Sterling Sol. During the game, Vesia stepped onto the field t

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Rethinking Medicine: Old Ideas for New Health Solutions

Some health practices have been around for centuries, yet modern science often ignores them. Many of these methods come from older medical traditions that looked at health differently. Instead of focusing only on tests and lab results, they considered the entire person—mind, body, and even lifestyle

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Apr 13 2026CELEBRITIES

A Life Remembered: Dolly Martinez’s Journey

Dolly Martinez, who shared her story on a popular TV series, passed away at the age of 30. Her family announced her death with heartfelt messages that reflected how much she meant to those around her. She was known for her lively spirit and warm laughter, qualities that lifted the mood of anyone

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Keeping muscles strong as you age isn’t complicated

Muscles naturally weaken with time, but the decline speeds up after 30 and jumps sharply after 60. This process, called sarcopenia, doesn’t just make movement harder—it can steal independence. Research shows two simple habits make a huge difference: how much protein you eat and how active you stay.

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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Signal Secrets and Hollywood Struggles

Kelly Ripa has a special way to let her husband, Mark Consuelos, know when she’s not feeling it. Kate Jackson, who once starred in “Charlie’s Angels, ” says that the spotlight took away her privacy and pushed her out of the industry. A car accident in Southern California left Tori Spelling’s k

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