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May 06 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Friday Fun on the Museum Lawn

Friday evenings at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts turn into a relaxed outdoor gathering that blends art, games and tasty treats. From May 8 to May 29, the museum’s lawn hosts a free event each Friday between 5 and 8 p. m. The schedule invites locals to play cornhole, mingle with friends, and sip o

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May 05 2026EDUCATION

Local students shine as they announce next steps after high school

Friday wasn’t just a normal school day for many students in Berks County. A special gathering at the Miller Center for the Arts turned the spotlight on young adults who are about to leave high school and start new journeys. Instead of walking out empty-handed, these career and technology students wa

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Frisco’s mayoral race goes to a runoff in June

Frisco voters just picked their top two mayoral candidates in a tight race. None of the four hopefuls crossed the 50% mark, so the showdown now heads to June 13. The winner will replace the outgoing mayor, who’s served nine years and can’t run again. Frisco has exploded in size since the last open-s

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Apr 28 2026CRIME

France Takes Strong Action Against Violent Crypto Theft Gangs

French police have launched a major crackdown on organized crime groups targeting cryptocurrency owners through brutal, hands-on theft methods. Authorities have charged 88 suspects—including over 10 minors—in 12 separate investigations across the country. Most of these suspects are now held in custo

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Apr 26 2026SPORTS

Eagles Add Greenard: A New Player in a Big City

Jonathan Greenard arrived in Philadelphia quickly, ready to feel the city’s vibe. He spent time at the Eagles’ training center and also walked around town to get a sense of the local culture. The player came from Minnesota after a trade and just signed a four‑year, $100 million contract. He had n

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Apr 24 2026SPORTS

Paris 2030 Olympics: Ice Hockey Games Seek New Home After Nice Rejection

France’s plan to host the 2030 Winter Games is facing unexpected hurdles, with ice hockey now looking for a new home in Paris. Officials had hoped to use Nice’s soccer stadium—renovated temporarily for hockey—but the city’s new mayor shut down the idea. Now, Paris is stepping in with two existing ar

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Apr 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Fun Returns: Frankie’s Park Gets a Fresh Look

Frankie’s Fun Park, a beloved spot for families in North Charleston since 1990, is set to open its doors again this summer after a big makeover. The new design adds an 18, 875‑square‑foot arcade and upgrades the existing buildings, giving visitors more games and better food spots. A highlight of

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

France Switches From Windows to Linux: A Move Toward Digital Independence

France has announced a big change in its government computers, choosing Linux over Microsoft Windows. The country wants less reliance on U. S. tech firms and more control over its own digital tools. The first step will be swapping Windows on government workstations, especially in key digital agen

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Apr 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A 193-Year-Old Tortoise Outlives a Fake Death Story

Jonathan, a tortoise living on a remote island, isn’t the kind of animal that grabs headlines often. But when a fake report claimed he died, it tricked media worldwide. The mistake started with a misleading post on X, supposedly from his vet, saying Jonathan passed away. News sites repeated the clai

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Mar 31 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Cooper’s New Life: Chaos, Family and Rich Neighbors

Jon Hamm says the second season of Apple TV+ show Your Friends and Neighbors will dive into the fallout of his character’s crime spree. Andrew Cooper, a former finance worker who stole from rich neighbors after losing his job, now must juggle guilt, family and the pressure of living double‑duty. H

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