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May 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Big concerts pop up at the World Cup to raise cash for schools

This summer’s World Cup is mixing sports with music to pull in cash for education. One group has booked a huge stage during halftime that would normally be empty. They’ve convinced pop stars like Madonna, Shakira and global group BTS to perform — something rarely seen at soccer matches. The plan is

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May 16 2026WEATHER

When big storms roll in: Who’s most at risk this weekend

A long stretch of states from Wisconsin down to Texas is bracing for rough weather starting Friday. Over seven million people live in areas where the chance of huge hail is highest, especially across Iowa and nearby Midwest states. The storms could bring hailstones as wide as a baseball and even spi

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May 16 2026WEATHER

Running in San Francisco this weekend? Wind and waves could ruin your day

San Francisco’s famous Bay to Breakers race is coming up, but the city isn’t just worried about runners this time. The National Weather Service is warning people to stay away from the coast because strong winds and rough ocean conditions will make things dangerous. Winds could hit 50 miles per hour,

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May 16 2026WEATHER

New York prepares for quick weather flip

Staten Island will see some rain today, but not much. After a cool mid-60s Friday—a bit too chilly for mid-May—a big warmup is coming. The city’s temperature will jump from the comfortable 70s on Saturday to the low 80s on Sunday. By early next week, it could even hit the 90s, which is way above wha

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May 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Stay Safe and Smart This Summer in Colorado’s Wild Places

Colorado’s summer rush is on, with trails filling up and lakes buzzing with boats and paddlers. But the state’s wild beauty comes with real risks. Sudden storms can roll in while you’re miles from help. Rivers fed by melting snow stay dangerously cold even in July. And every year, lives are lost bec

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Switching to a new weather app brings frustration for loyal gadget users

Smart gadgets need smart software updates—but recently, customers who rely on AcuRite’s weather tools suddenly faced an unwelcome surprise. For years, people used the My AcuRite app to track weather data from home devices without trouble. Now, a sudden switch to the newer AcuRite Now app has left ma

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Game Day Focus: Clark Skips Photos to Get in the Zone

The Indiana Fever flew to Los Angeles for their first away match of the season, taking on the LA Sparks at Crypto. com Arena. They entered the game with a 0‑1 record after losing their opener to Dallas, 107‑104. Clark scored 20 points in that loss, shooting 7 of 18 and adding three rebounds, four as

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May 15 2026CRYPTO

CME Expands Crypto Reach with New Index Futures

The CME Group is stepping deeper into the massive digital‑asset world, announcing plans to launch Nasdaq CME Crypto Index futures on June 8 after regulators give the green light. These new contracts will be the first of their kind weighted by market capitalisation, letting traders expose themselves

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May 15 2026TECHNOLOGY

Ocean Power Meets Data: A Billion‑Dollar Wave of Innovation

Panthalassa, a U. S. start‑up, is turning ocean waves into electricity for floating data centers and has just secured $140 million in new funding, led by billionaire investor Peter Thiel. The investment values the company near a billion dollars and signals a growing shift toward alternative power so

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May 15 2026WEATHER

A Warm, Humid Storm Looms Over Michigan

The forecast office has already flagged a possible thunderstorm threat for much of Lower Michigan as early as Monday. A weather system will emerge from the southwest U. S. , cross the Great Lakes by late Monday or early Tuesday, and bring a warm, humid air mass into the state. Monday’s tempera

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