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May 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Eurovision 2024: When Music Met Politics on a Global Stage

This year’s Eurovision Song Contest isn’t just about catchy tunes and over-the-top performances—it’s also become a flashpoint for political tensions. The contest, which normally celebrates music and unity, has been overshadowed by protests against Israel’s participation. The controversy isn’t just o

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May 13 2026CRIME

Airbnb steps up checks before busy holiday weekend

This Memorial Day weekend could see thousands of Airbnb bookings get extra screening. The company says it uses software to spot rentals likely to host parties. Guests who raise red flags—like booking a whole house last minute or having a history of disruptive stays—may get blocked or steered toward

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Eurovision faces new voting fairness questions

This year's Eurovision Song Contest has two big issues on its hands. First, some countries are skipping the event over Israel's participation. Second, new voting rules are being tested because of concerns about how countries campaign for votes. Last year, Israel got an unusually high number of publ

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May 12 2026SPORTS

Race Day Drama and Bold Bets in Miami

This year’s Miami Grand Prix brought more than just speed and skill to the track. Race weekend nearly got canceled when a storm threatened to shut down Sunday’s event—a big problem given Florida’s strict lightning rules. Organizers scrambled, moved the race up a day, and Mercedes racer Kimi Antonell

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May 11 2026HEALTH

Why Nigeria’s Young Women Delay or Avoid Birth Control

This story looks at the real reasons some young women in Nigeria put off using birth control. Most are between 15 and 24 — an age when surprises, either wanted or unwanted, can change entire futures. Scientists wanted to know what pushes these decisions. At first glance, money and location pop up. B

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May 11 2026POLITICS

Who Actually Runs the Supreme Court?

This week, two Supreme Court justices stood up and said the same thing: the court has no ties to politics. Justice Amy Coney Barrett spoke at a public event Monday, while Chief Justice John Roberts did the same Wednesday. Both claimed the court stays neutral and makes decisions based purely on law.

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May 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Weekend binge-watch guide for Apple TV

This weekend brings three fresh Apple TV picks that prove streaming services still know how to surprise viewers. A fast-rising crime drama called Unconditional lands on Friday with two episodes already dropping, pulling in viewers faster than critics caught on. Instead of waiting for reviews, audien

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May 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Arts events in Arkansas you might actually care about this month

This weekend, you could drop forty bucks on a jazz show that’s really a fundraiser for a disease most people mix up with lupus. The headliner, a sax player named Merlon Devine, will blow notes for two hours starting at four o’clock in a converted space downtown. Doors open half an hour early, but do

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May 10 2026WEATHER

Maryland's weekend weather: rain today, sun for mom tomorrow?

This Mother's Day weekend in Maryland won’t be perfect sunshine, but it’s not all bad news either. The state has been dealing with tough drought conditions, so the forecasted rain over the next seven days is actually a relief. But timing matters if you're planning anything outdoors. Saturday looks

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May 08 2026ENVIRONMENT

How Common Grass Weeds Beat the System to Survive

This grass isn’t just sitting around waiting to die—it’s actively planning its next move. Egyptian crowfoot grass, a tough C4 weed, doesn’t play fair with crops like rice or sugarcane. Scientists tested how this plant handles tough conditions like temperature swings, salty soil, and dry spells. Unde

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