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Jun 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

How LinkedIn went from just a network to a place of real conversations

A quick scroll through LinkedIn today looks nothing like its early years. Back in 2003, the site started as a simple tool—mostly for résumés and job hunts. People signed on to check postings or update their profiles, not to watch videos or laugh at memes. But over time, something shifted. Now, you m

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Jun 04 2026SPORTS

Windy Woes Shake Top Seed at French Open

Aryna Sabalenka, the world’s number one, entered the Paris tournament with confidence, having dominated early in both sets against Diana Shnaider. The match started well for Sabalenka, who led 6‑3, 5‑3, but the wind on Court Philippe Chatrier turned into a formidable opponent. As gusts grew stronger

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Jun 04 2026EDUCATION

Future Homes, New Uses for Cleveland’s Old Schools

Cleveland’s old school buildings are getting a new look. The city is inviting developers to turn the empty campuses into homes, shops or community hubs. Last month, 12 schools across eight neighborhoods closed their doors for the last time. Neighborhood leaders say these sites hold a lot of

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Jun 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Skellige’s Question‑Mark Puzzle: A Designer’s Confession

The island chain in the third Witcher game is famous for its dense clusters of hidden markers. Players often complain that hunting these “? ” icons feels like chasing empty treasure chests—there are many, but the rewards rarely match the effort. A longtime employee of the studio that made the gam

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Jun 04 2026SPORTS

Draft Picks, Quarters and a New Safety: NFL Moves in Focus

The Patriots are holding onto their 2028 first‑round pick, a valuable asset that could help them choose the next starting quarterback. The trade that sent A. J. Brown to Philadelphia left the team with a single high‑value draft slot, and that pick is now seen as a strategic tool for the future. Bec

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Jun 04 2026SPORTS

Thunder’s Possible Roster Shake‑Up

The Oklahoma City Thunder are likely already deciding who to let go this offseason. One player that stands out is swingman Luguentz Dort, whose team option of $17. 7 million expires next summer. Dort has been with the Thunder since 2019, sharing a longest‑tenured status with superstar Shai Gilgeous‑

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Jun 04 2026HEALTH

Public restrooms matter more than you might think

San Diego is considering shutting down many public restrooms to save money. At first glance, that might seem like no big deal. Who really needs a public bathroom every day? But look closer and the picture changes completely. Public restrooms are part of the city’s invisible safety net. They keep ger

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Jun 04 2026LIFESTYLE

City Living on a Budget: Why Baltimore Might Be Your Next Move

People often hear how expensive city life is, but some recent experiences prove that’s not always the case. One couple recently made a big change by leaving their large suburban home for a smaller condo in Baltimore. Their move wasn’t about cutting back on comfort—it was about saving money in unexpe

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Jun 04 2026EDUCATION

Planning for tomorrow’s schools today

School districts don’t work in isolation; they mirror the towns they serve. In the Freeport area, leaders have spent the past year not just running classrooms but also mapping out what those classrooms might look like years from now. Instead of focusing only on immediate needs like bus schedules or

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Jun 04 2026TECHNOLOGY

Plex moves beyond just storing movies and TV shows

Plex started as a way for people to organize and share their personal media collections at home. But over time, it’s changed a lot. Now, instead of just being a digital library, it’s adding features that make streaming more social and interactive. Soon, users can create and share custom lists of mo

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