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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars from the North: Famous Faces Hailing from Minnesota

Minnesota, known for its lakes and cold weather, has also produced many well‑known people. The state is not only famous for its music and sports, but also for the actors, musicians, writers, and athletes who grew up there. Some of the most famous names that began their lives in Minnesota inclu

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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Costume Designer Criticises Met Gala Guests

Molly Rogers, a veteran costume artist known for her work on “Sex and the City” and both “The Devil Wears Prada” films, spoke at a Fashionphile event in New York. She expressed disappointment with many celebrities who attended the 2026 Met Gala, a fundraiser backed by Jeff Bezos. Rogers said she

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Golden Fixes and Beauty Realities

The art of mending broken pottery with gold, called kintsugi, shows a new way to think about cosmetic surgery. Instead of hiding cracks, the technique highlights them with precious metal. It turns damage into a story that adds value to the piece. Japanese philosophy also values wabi‑sabi, which pra

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Business Ties: Drones, Crypto and Steel Deals

Three different businesses— a Florida drone maker, a crypto investor, and a European steel company— all show links back to former President Trump. After his time in office, the president and people close to him signed contracts that have sparked debate about potential conflicts of interest. The f

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May 07 2026RELIGION

Should a Brother Speak Up About Funeral Plans?

The story begins with two brothers who grew up in a Jewish home. One brother’s first wife was also Jewish, while his second wife is not. During a recent dinner, the second wife revealed that her husband wants a cremation and a later memorial. She claims she has spoken to rabbis who say cremation is

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May 07 2026POLITICS

City Law Tightens Rules for Businesses Near 82nd Ave

The city council voted to change a rule that lets businesses close if they keep being the spot for crimes. The new law says a shop or hotel must have three police reports in 90 days to be called a “problem spot. ” That’s a shift from the old rule, which only needed three reports in 30 days. The city

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May 07 2026SPORTS

A Fresh Start After a Tough Season

Former UNC quarterback Gio Lopez says the football program under Bill Belichick felt suffocating. He transferred to rival Wake Forest for the next season and said he feels “fun again” there. Lopez, who threw 1, 747 yards and ten touchdowns in eleven games last year, called Chapel Hill a place

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May 07 2026OPINION

Press Silence Over Trump’s Health Concerns

The 80‑year‑old former president is starting to show signs that could be linked to cognitive decline, yet the press rarely asks about it. The White House reporters, who normally get close to the President, stay silent on his visible health problems. Even though he can’t speak without a microphone, n

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May 07 2026SPORTS

Soccer in Davenport: More Than a Game

The biggest lesson from the local soccer event is that players and fans care more about friendship than victory. Instead of shouting for the win, teams gather around a shared table after each match to chat about life. They talk about school, jobs, and dreams while passing snacks, showing that

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May 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

Biochar: A Smart Tool to Clean Up Toxic Smoke Residue

Scientists are turning waste from burning plant material into a useful soil additive called biochar. When plants are heated in the absence of oxygen, they leave behind a charcoal‑like substance rich in carbon. This biochar can trap harmful chemicals known as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, o

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