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Jun 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Halloween fun at Magic Kingdom: what to expect this fall

The fall season at Magic Kingdom brings a special after-dark event that turns the park into a Halloween playground. Tickets are now on sale for this exclusive party, called Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party. Fireworks light up the sky each night at 10 p. m. , giving guests a chance to see the sh

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Jun 09 2026HEALTH

Wearable gadgets for long-term health tracking: Do they really work for post-virus conditions?

Around 65 million people worldwide have dealt with long COVID, while another 17 to 24 million struggle with other lingering effects after infections. Doctors often suggest these patients keep an eye on their symptoms and adjust their activity levels carefully. Wearable devices like fitness trackers

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Jun 09 2026BUSINESS

Hibbett Sports to shut down nearly 15% of stores under new U. S. strategy

Hibbett Sports, a chain with about 1, 000 stores across the U. S. , is set to close 175 locations over the next three years. The move follows its recent $1. 1 billion takeover by British sports retailer JD Sports in early 2024. The company now wants to shrink its physical footprint by focusing on fe

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Jun 09 2026SPORTS

Big Fight Night Under the Open Sky at the White House

This Sunday could mark a strange moment in sports history when two top UFC fighters step into a makeshift octagon on the South Lawn of the White House. One headline match pairs Ilia Topuria, the rising lightweight champ, against Justin Gaethje, a brawler who’s been waiting years to become undisputed

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Jun 08 2026FINANCE

Hong Kong Wealth Hub Faces New Headwinds

Hong Kong’s position as a leading offshore wealth center is under pressure after it edged past Switzerland in recent rankings. The main challenge comes from China’s fresh clampdown on cross‑border stock trading, which threatens the city’s financial stability. Beijing has ordered three major online b

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Jun 08 2026FINANCE

Tech Giants and More: What Investors Should Watch This Week

Several big names are set to release earnings reports this week, giving a clear snapshot of how different sectors are performing. Oracle is one of the top tech companies on the list, and its results could show how software spending is trending in a market that is still adjusting to new digital de

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Jun 08 2026HEALTH

Healthy Joints: What Keeps Hips and Knees Strong

Living with joint pain can feel like a daily hurdle. When arthritis takes over, doctors often suggest hip or knee replacement to bring back comfort and mobility. A recent study looked at a large group of people over time to see what habits or conditions might lower the chance of needing that surgery

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Jun 08 2026WEATHER

Storm Warning Hits Jersey Shore: Stay Inside and Listen

A sharp warning came from the National Weather Service in Mount Holly at 2:52 p. m. on Sunday, June 7, telling residents of Monmouth and Ocean counties to brace for a severe thunderstorm that could bring winds up to 60 mph and hail as big as an inch. The alert was active until about 3:30 p. m. and f

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Jun 08 2026WEATHER

Heat Returns, Showers Loom South

After a rough Saturday night that toppled trees and cut power in Maryland, the D. C. area is calming down today. The sky will be clear and warm, with temperatures climbing close to 70°F later in the day. A weather front that caused last night’s storms lies mostly south of the metro now. It may

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Jun 08 2026EDUCATION

Children’s Well‑Being Declines After COVID, Study Finds

A new study shows that kids across the U. S. are not doing as well now as they were before the pandemic. The report, released by a nonprofit that focuses on child and family health, looks at four big areas: money, school, health, and home life. The overall score for child well‑being went down fro

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