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May 04 2026CRIME

Pras Michel’s Prison Time: What It Means for Campaign Finance and Foreign Influence

Pras Michel, known for his work with the Fugees, recently started a 14-year prison sentence at a federal facility in Arizona. His crime? Helping funnel over $120 million from a fugitive Malaysian businessman, Jho Low, into Barack Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign. Low, infamous for the 1MDB embezzlem

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May 04 2026POLITICS

New Mexico governor race: Two Democrats, two visions

Voters in New Mexico got a close-up look at two different paths to the governor’s office during a Saturday debate in Albuquerque. Instead of a traditional setup, the event used a game-like format where candidates answered questions from local groups and earned flags from undecided voters for clear r

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May 04 2026POLITICS

New Mexico’s step forward in disability rights

New Mexico once lagged behind in supporting people with disabilities through insurance coverage. But in 2023, the state took a big leap forward by requiring private insurers to include prosthetics and orthotics in their plans. That law was just the beginning—now, other states are watching and follow

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Behind the scenes of modern reparations policies

Recent years have seen quiet but steady shifts in how some US governments help racial minorities. Instead of big, public debates about reparations, these changes often happen through smaller programs hidden in everyday policies. For example, some states now offer special loans and training programs

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Maryland’s governor could push for fairer voting rules

Governor Wes Moore recently hinted at backing open primaries during a TV interview, calling Maryland’s current voting system outdated. That’s a big deal because most Americans now want more flexible election rules. If Moore really means what he said, he should use his next legislative session to mak

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May 04 2026TECHNOLOGY

What Folding Phones Actually Work Today?

Folding phones used to feel like a gimmick—expensive, fragile, and more trouble than they were worth. After the first wave of foldables flopped due to weak hinges and dust problems, things have improved. Now, folding phones come in two main styles: small clamshells that fit in your pocket, and big "

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May 04 2026SPORTS

Balancing progress with community needs in Denver’s new sports complex

Denver’s plan for a major sports and entertainment district near Burnham Yard keeps sparking strong reactions. While the Denver Broncos push for a modern complex with stadiums, shops, and green spaces, the area’s history raises tough questions. Long before parking lots and tailgate parks, Indigenous

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May 04 2026LIFESTYLE

High school dance night: Big turnout at Cleveland Hilton for fancy prom fun

The annual prom for St. Ignatius High School took over the downtown Cleveland Hilton this year, drawing close to 600 students and their guests. Instead of a traditional black-tie event, they went with a "Derby Day" theme linked to the Kentucky Derby, blending racing excitement with high school tradi

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May 04 2026POLITICS

Poland confident about Patriot missile delivery delays

Poland's defense minister made it clear this weekend that no signs point to delays in the country’s Patriot missile system deliveries. While other European nations like the UK, Lithuania, and Estonia are being warned to expect long hold-ups in American weapon shipments due to the ongoing war in Iran

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May 04 2026POLITICS

When Political Campaigns Blame Jewish Donors

Politics in Maryland lately keeps bringing up a troubling idea: if a leader doesn’t do what voters want, it must be because Jewish money is pulling the strings. This wasn’t just some old rumor—emails sent to Maryland’s Senate President Bill Ferguson during a redistricting debate directly accused him

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