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May 05 2026POLITICS

Pennsylvania fights back against abortion pill restrictions

Pennsylvania’s governor recently joined forces with 20 other states to push back against a court ruling that limits how abortion pills can be given out. The federal appeals court in Louisiana decided that mifepristone, a common abortion medication, can only be handed out in person at clinics. This m

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Needles on wheels: Bangor steps up clean needle game

Bangor is quietly gearing up to let health workers drop off clean syringes at home for people in its HIV case management program. This follows a city council committee vote to allow the public health department to seek certification for syringe delivery services. The move comes as HIV cases rise in

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May 05 2026HEALTH

How Brain Injuries Might Unlock Hidden Artistic Talent

Some people develop new creative skills after suffering a brain injury, research suggests. Doctors have noticed this happen in rare cases, where patients begin painting, writing, or composing music suddenly—abilities they didn’t have before. Scientists are now studying why this occurs by looking at

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May 05 2026CRIME

Tracking trouble: How a five-year effort failed to prevent a violent act

Police records show officers repeatedly tried to help a man whose mental health struggles led to increasingly disruptive behavior. Neighbors first flagged concerns in 2021 after he was seen with a gun and acting strangely near his home. Officers responded but couldn’t force treatment or remove his w

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May 05 2026CRIME

What happened at a Portland mental health facility?

On Monday, police in Portland, Maine, began investigating an unexpected death at a local mental health facility. The incident took place at a group home on Woodford Street run by a local organization. While the facility provides housing and support for adults with serious mental health conditions, t

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May 05 2026SPORTS

World Cup Ads: When Dreaming Big Meets Sports Glory

Soccer fans got a fun surprise this year when Fox Sports launched a World Cup commercial that plays with the idea of underdog wins. The ad imagines the U. S. men’s team beating powerhouse Brazil in the final, a storyline that feels familiar to American sports fans. Boston, known for its love of unli

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May 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Celebrities turn red carpet into living art gallery

The Met Gala’s 2026 theme asked one big question: Can clothes be considered art? The event’s dress code turned the red carpet into a moving art show, with stars like Beyoncé, Nicole Kidman, and Venus Williams dressing to prove fashion’s creative power. Instead of just admiring art on walls, guests b

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Birthdays that connect stars across time

A birthday list can sometimes feel like a time capsule. This week, it’s not just about cakes and candles but about tracing how some faces stay familiar even decades apart. You’ll find names from shows that defined whole eras sitting next to artists whose music still plays in gyms and shopping malls.

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May 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Behind the Scenes at Fashion’s Biggest Night

New York City turns into a glittering runway every May when fashion’s elite gather for the Met Gala. But the real action happens off-stage—at private parties where stars mix, mingle, and sometimes outshine the main event itself. These gatherings aren’t just about showing up; they’re carefully planne

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May 05 2026CELEBRITIES

Met Gala Pre-Party Fashion: Who Wore What and Why It Matters

Fashion’s biggest fundraiser doesn’t wait for the main event. Before the Met Gala officially kicks off, celebrities already turn the pre-parties into their own runway. This year, stars like Kris Jenner, Zoë Kravitz, and the Williams sisters made sure every step onto the red carpet was a statement. W

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