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May 02 2026CRIME

A Sudden Loss in South Florida

The shooting that took place on April 28th at a cash‑out store in Fort Pierce left the community stunned. A young man, aged 20, was taken into custody a day later, but the reasons behind his actions remain unclear. Lanessa Rodriguez, who ran the shop, was remembered by those close to her as a gen

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May 02 2026POLITICS

Police Data Probe: A New Look at Crime Numbers

The Washington city police force is under investigation for possible changes to crime reports. An official from the department said they will follow up on a report that is still being written by the city’s Office of the Inspector General. The review started in January but its findings are not

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May 02 2026CRIME

Crime Down, Youth Violence Up in Baltimore

Baltimore police report a drop in overall crime, with fewer shootings and homicides seen across the city. Yet this positive trend is not shared by crimes involving teenagers, who are increasingly appearing in the headlines. The city’s younger residents are gathering in large numbers for events lik

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May 02 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Life for a Classic Thriller

Hannibal, the show that left many viewers in suspense, deserves another chance. The series ended abruptly after three seasons, and its final moments felt more like a cliffhanger than a conclusion. Viewers were left wondering what would happen next to Will Graham and Dr. Lecter. The story ended with

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May 02 2026FINANCE

Brown University Shrinks Its Share of Blue Owl Private Credit Fund

Brown University, which manages an $8 billion endowment, has cut its ownership of Blue Owl Capital’s publicly traded private credit fund by more than half. The university now holds only 1. 5 million shares of the fund, down from 3. 2 million at the end of last year. Despite this reduction, Brown kee

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May 02 2026FINANCE

Stablecoin Wins Big Profit While Audits Get Underway

Tether, the biggest issuer of stablecoins, earned a profit of about $1. 04 billion in the first quarter of 2026, even though crypto prices were shaky. The company says it now has a reserve cushion of $8. 23 billion, the highest it has ever reported. It claims to hold roughly $141 billion in U.

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May 02 2026CRYPTO

BlackRock’s Crypto Fees: Small Bite, Big Price Tag

BlackRock’s crypto division made $42 million in fees during the first quarter, a modest amount compared to its total ETF revenue. The firm’s overall ETF business earned more than $2. 4 billion in the same period. Crypto products hold about 1. 11 % of BlackRock’s $5. 48 trillion in ETF assets,

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May 02 2026CRYPTO

Trump’s Crypto Club Promises VIP Access, but Is It Worth the Hype?

Trump has introduced a new crypto venture called Trump Coin Club, aiming to give holders access to exclusive sports events and luxury perks. The club is invitation‑only, offering private dinners and premium seats at major sporting events worldwide. The website’s sign‑up form hints that membership

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May 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Dual‑Screen Laptop: More Power, More Weight

A laptop that shows two screens at once sounds great, but it also brings a lot of extra weight and cost. The Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo is the latest example, using a magnetic keyboard that lifts to reveal a second OLED display. This design lets you set up a mobile multi‑monitor system with a Bluetooth k

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May 02 2026BUSINESS

Gas Surplus in the US While Global Demand Soars During Iran Conflict

The war with Iran has caused a major disruption in global gas supplies. Normally, the Middle East supplies a large portion of the world's liquid natural gas (LNG). But recent attacks have damaged key facilities and made shipping routes unsafe. Meanwhile, in the United States, gas is so plentiful tha

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