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May 07 2026POLITICS

AI at the table: Next week's meeting could change tech talks

Officials from the US and China might add AI to the list of topics for their upcoming high-level meeting. The possible talks could happen during a summit planned for next week in Beijing. This isn't confirmed yet, but sources say both sides are looking at the idea seriously. The American team might

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May 06 2026HEALTH

Breathing in Secondhand Smoke Outside: How Easy Is It to Avoid?

City sidewalks and parks often have special spots where people can light up. These areas are meant to keep smokers away from indoor spaces, but they might not protect everyone nearby. Studies show that secondhand smoke can travel through the air, even outside. Yet most research focuses on how much s

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Apr 21 2026POLITICS

Gas prices: Why official predictions keep changing

Officials keep giving different answers about when gas prices might drop. First they said weeks, then months, then maybe never before the election. Energy Secretary Chris Wright started with a confident \"weeks\" timeline in early March. By April, he called summer a \"very aggressive\" guess. Just d

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Nordic Countries Back Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Move

Officials from Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark spoke up after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open for ships. The statement followed a truce worked out in Lebanon, which paused a long-running dispute in the area. The Nordic leaders didn’t just cheer Iran’s words—they stressed that real peace

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Apr 16 2026HEALTH

A new healthcare campus for Cleveland in 2026

Cleveland is getting a major boost for healthcare training with a shared campus opening in 2026. Three groups—New Bridge Cleveland, Youth Opportunities Unlimited, and the Central School of Practical Nursing—are working together to turn a 100, 000-square-foot building in the St. Clair-Superior area i

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Small‑Venue Tax Break: A Boost for Cleveland’s Live Music Scene

Cleveland officials are considering a new rule that could ease the financial load on many of the city’s intimate music halls. A bill led by Councilman Kris Harsh would lift the 4 % admissions tax on venues that sell no more than 750 tickets. Right now, any place that can host between 150 and 750 peo

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Mar 28 2026POLITICS

U. S. Plans Limited Iran Action Without Ground Forces

Officials in Washington believe they can handle Iran’s military threats without sending soldiers into combat. Speaking after meetings with global allies, a top diplomat said the U. S. expects to wrap up its campaign in weeks, not months. The focus is on weakening Iran’s ability to launch missiles an

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Mar 27 2026CRIME

Jersey City Takes Action Against Unlicensed Smoke Shops

City officials in Jersey City have taken decisive steps to curb unlicensed smoke shops that are operating without proper permits. Five businesses were shut down after a coordinated effort by the local police and federal partners, which also led to several arrests. The crackdown followed complaints f

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Mar 06 2026HEALTH

Children at Risk After Measles Exposure in Sacramento

Officials in Sacramento County are working hard to find everyone who might have caught measles at a recent school‑style event. A child who fell ill with the virus could have passed it to about 130 kids, according to the state health department. The gathering was described as an enrichment program, b

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Mar 03 2026HEALTH

A New Brain Center Opens Its Doors

Cleveland Clinic is building a huge new brain hospital that will open in 2027. The facility will bring together doctors who treat everything from strokes to dementia under one roof, making it easier for patients to get the best care. The 1‑million‑square‑foot building will have 15 floors, but

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