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Apr 21 2026CRIME

A City Chase: When a Writer Turns Hero

A writer who usually scripts crime scenes stepped into one on the Lower East Side. He saw a man grab a bottle and run, then watched the victim’s owner chase him down. The scene looked like something from a TV show but it was real life. The man, later identified as Iysa Muhammad, was accused of stea

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Parking Prices Rise in Dallas’ Deep Ellum Area

The city of Dallas is changing how much people pay to leave their cars in the Deep Ellum district. Starting on May 8, a meter that once charged just ten cents will now cost at least one dollar each hour. The move comes after the Dallas City Council approved new parking rates for the entire city this

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Apr 21 2026FINANCE

Understanding Micron’s Stock After a Big Drop

Micron’s stock took a sharp tumble recently, leaving investors scratching their heads. The company, a major player in computer memory chips, has seen its value swing wildly before. But this time, some analysts warn the bounce-back might not happen—at least not quickly. The phrase "dead cats don’t bo

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Apr 21 2026FINANCE

New ways to spend cryptocurrency every day

Crypto is no longer just for keeping or trading. Many people now want to use digital money for normal purchases. One new option is a Visa Platinum card. It connects to over 300 different crypto types, including popular coins and stable coins. This means users can pay for daily needs at more than 150

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Apr 20 2026CRIME

How a simple mistake led to a $37, 000 crypto scam

Steven Cooke from Plymouth never expected a routine tech alert to spiral into a financial nightmare. One afternoon, a sudden popup claimed his laptop was "compromised, " flashing warnings about stolen identity and illegal activity. A woman calling herself Veronica J. Wilson insisted his accounts wer

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Apr 20 2026CRYPTO

Who controls NEO’s $460 million treasure chest?

Two founders. One $460 million crypto pot. Zero trust between them. Erik Zhang keeps most of NEO’s tokens in his personal wallets. No extra signatures, no shared control, just his key. Da Hongfei runs the other half through his foundation, NGD, with cash, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. Together they hold d

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Apr 20 2026CELEBRITIES

When Money Runs Out: The Unexpected Financial Fates of Famous Faces

We often see celebrities living in huge mansions, driving fancy cars, and wearing designer clothes. Their lavish lifestyles make it easy to forget that fame doesn’t guarantee financial security. Many stars have faced serious money troubles despite massive paychecks. Take MC Hammer, for example. In t

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Apr 19 2026BUSINESS

Live Nation’s Next Quarter: What Investors Should Watch

Live Nation Entertainment, the biggest name in global live shows, is set to announce its first‑quarter earnings. The company blends concert promotion, ticket sales through Ticketmaster, and artist management into one giant business. Analysts predict a slight loss of 31 cents per share, a small impro

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Apr 19 2026CRIME

Business Fire Leaves Road Blocked and Questions Unanswered in Salina

A small business in Salina faced a rough afternoon when flames tore through its space on Saturday. Around 2:40 p. m. , smoke billowed from Budget Signs on New Court Avenue, prompting rapid response from local firefighters. The fire hit hard—crews had to rip open the back of the building just to reac

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Apr 19 2026FINANCE

How AI can help (or hurt) your money plans

A lot of people now turn to AI for financial tips, especially younger generations. About two-thirds of those who’ve tried AI for money advice end up following its suggestions. But what many don’t realize is that AI’s answers depend entirely on how well the questions are asked—just like giving a robo

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