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May 05 2026POLITICS

Cities Losing Their Edge: What Happens When Taxes and Culture Go Wrong

Blue‑colored cities are shrinking because of high taxes, weak public safety and a focus on ideology over jobs. Businesses in New York, Seattle and Los Angeles are moving to states with lower rates. The result is a loss of people, jobs and the sense that these places still matter. New York Cit

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Drama in the City: What Happened After a Film Interview

The story begins with a film producer who once worked for a major TV show. She remembers an interview she conducted in 1998 with a well‑known actress who was dating a popular comedian at the time. The producer felt that rumors were swirling about a possible romance between the actress and the comedi

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Big Game, Big Hopes: What the New GTA Means for Players and Investors

Take‑Two Interactive is gearing up to drop its latest blockbuster, Grand Theft Auto VI, on November 19 after pushing the date twice. The company’s chief executive says the team wants to deliver an experience “never before seen, ” but he admits the pressure is both thrilling and scary. That anxiety m

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May 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Reality TV Moves Back Home

Fox shows are often filmed far from the U. S. , but many studios want to bring production closer. A recent example is “The Floor, ” a game show that was shot in Ireland because it was cheaper to travel there than to film on the Fox lot. Fox executives say they do a lot of work in America, citi

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May 05 2026ENVIRONMENT

Melco’s 2025 Green Goals: A Fresh Look at Progress

The company that runs popular resorts in Macau, the Philippines and Europe has released a new sustainability report for 2025. The title “RISE to Go Above & Beyond” signals a shift from talking about goals to showing real action. In the report, the CEO explains that sustainability is no longer a s

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May 05 2026WEATHER

A Backyard Garden Faces Sudden Weather

The new garden at the KRDO news studio is already attracting attention. A meteorologist named Steve has planted peppers, jalapenos, cilantro and basil in the studio’s backyard. He wants to grow enough herbs for homemade salsa that reflects Colorado flavor. Steve started planting last week.

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May 05 2026WEATHER

New Jersey Gets a Summer Warm‑Up, Then a Wet Front

The state is set to feel the early summer heat on Tuesday. Skies will mostly be clear and temperatures could climb into the low 80s, with some spots reaching about 85 degrees. However, this warm spell comes with a warning from the National Weather Service. Dry air and gusty winds up to 30 mph cou

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May 05 2026HEALTH

Beef Barley Comfort Soup for Sick Days

When friends feel under the weather, a steaming bowl of homemade soup can lift spirits and soothe throats. This hearty beef barley recipe is easy to prepare in bulk, freezes well for up to three months, and can be reheated whenever a cold or flu strikes. Start by cutting 2 pounds of boneless chuck

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May 05 2026ENVIRONMENT

Earth’s Temperature Stayed Pretty Steady for 540 Million Years

Scientists have long tried to figure out how warm the planet was in the deep past. Most earlier work used oxygen isotopes found in fossils, which suggested that Earth has cooled steadily over the last 539 million years. However, those studies left a lot of questions unanswered. A new approach

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May 05 2026WEATHER

Storm Alert Hits Southeast Michigan: What You Need to Know

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for parts of Wayne and Macomb counties on Monday night, as a fast‑moving storm pushed through the area. The alert ran until 9 p. m. , covering towns such as Warren, St. Clair Shores, Mount Clemens and Grosse Pointe. The National Weather Service said the storm

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