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May 05 2026BUSINESS

A New Spot for Relaxation Arrives in Canal Park

Duluth’s downtown just got a fresh spot for people looking to unwind. The Lighthouse Spa & Boutique opened its doors in Canal Park, offering a full day spa experience where locals can relax and recharge. Two of the co-owners previously worked at another spa in the area but wanted to create something

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Understanding online health communities for women: Why peer support matters more than we think

Many women dealing with conditions like PCOS or endometriosis feel ignored or misunderstood by doctors. Since traditional healthcare often fails them, these women turn to online spaces like Reddit for advice. These forums act as support networks, but they aren’t always designed well. Most of them ju

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May 05 2026POLITICS

Where a president’s money really goes

Trump just made a clear choice that cost 17, 000 people their jobs at Spirit Airlines. The airline wanted half a billion dollars to keep flying through the summer travel rush. Instead of a loan, they got a shutdown notice. At almost the same moment, another bill showed up in Congress looking to add

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May 04 2026HEALTH

A Cruise Ship Outbreak: What We Know About Hantavirus

The cruise ship that once promised adventure now faces a frightening health crisis. A virus called hantavirus is believed to be the culprit behind three deaths and several illnesses on board. Hantaviruses have a long history, with records of outbreaks in Asia and Europe that caused severe fever a

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May 04 2026SPORTS

College Sports Cash Flow: The Big Ten’s $1. 37 Billion Windfall

The Big Ten has just handed out a record‑setting $1. 37 billion to its 18 schools for the year ending June 30, 2025, a jump of $490 million from last year. The amount dwarfs the SEC’s $1. 03 billion payout announced earlier this month, showing that college athletics still churns out huge profits.

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Puzzle Secrets: Sports Edition Revealed

The latest sports puzzle can be tricky. It asks players to link words into four groups. Each group has a theme that helps you guess the answers. First, look at the easiest clues. They hint that the words are places where games happen. Think of terms for fields and courts. The answers you’ll find ar

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Hopeful Outlook from a Retired Congressman in Maine

The former congressman, now 86 and receiving hospice care in Ogunquit, Maine, shared his thoughts on a CNN interview that aired Sunday. He said he still believes the United States can move forward, even though he is frustrated with both major parties. In his home, the veteran of the House spoke abou

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Germany and the US: A tricky dance of diplomacy and military moves

German leaders keep saying they want strong ties with the US, but recent events show how messy things can get when two big allies don’t see eye to eye. The latest bump in the road came when the Americans decided to pull 5, 000 troops out of Germany, their biggest base in Europe. Berlin wasn’t expect

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May 04 2026OPINION

Buffalo fans show the real meaning of cross-border friendship

When hockey fans in Buffalo belted out the Canadian national anthem after a mic cut out during an NHL game, the moment revealed something deeper than just a love of sports. Sure, they knew all the words—but the bigger story is how effortlessly they connected with their neighbors just across the rive

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Balancing progress with community needs in Denver’s new sports complex

Denver’s plan for a major sports and entertainment district near Burnham Yard keeps sparking strong reactions. While the Denver Broncos push for a modern complex with stadiums, shops, and green spaces, the area’s history raises tough questions. Long before parking lots and tailgate parks, Indigenous

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