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May 14 2026POLITICS

Violence in Uvira: Rebels and Rwandan Forces Accused of Crimes

In a recent investigation, a rights group has alleged that both the M23 rebel faction and soldiers from Rwanda were involved in severe human rights violations during a brief occupation of Uvira, a city in eastern Congo. The report claims that over the course of a month from late 2025 to early 2026,

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May 14 2026WEATHER

What the Next Few Days Will Bring to Massachusetts Weather

Massachusetts will see a shift in weather over the next couple of days. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to pass through before making way for sunshine by the weekend. Tuesday night will stay cool with temperatures in the upper 40s to low 50s. A storm system from the west is on track to reach the

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May 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Stuck in a weather rut: why the Northeast can’t shake off the gray skies

A stubborn weather pattern is keeping the Northeast stuck between low pressure and endless clouds. Instead of warm spring days, the region is facing a stretch of cool, damp weather thanks to what’s called an Omega block—a high-pressure ridge squeezing a low-pressure system in place. This setup acts

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May 14 2026WEATHER

Spring finally steps in with summer heat in Metro Detroit

After weeks of playing hide-and-seek with the sun, Metro Detroit is getting ready to swap jackets for sunglasses. The forecast shows temperatures climbing fast, jumping from mid-60s on Thursday to mid-80s by the weekend. That’s a sharp turn from the chilly spring that kept locals in layers for most

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May 14 2026WEATHER

Maryland's weather flip: sunshine in the morning, storms by evening

Maryland started the day with clear skies and temperatures climbing to a comfortable 70°F by noon. The pleasant morning made it ideal for outdoor tasks or quick errands before the weather turned. But after 3 p. m. , a cold front sweeping in from the west brought changing conditions, kicking off a se

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May 14 2026FINANCE

A New Way for Investors to Buy Bitcoin and Ethereum at Schwab

Brokerage giant Charles Schwab now lets regular investors trade Bitcoin and Ethereum directly. The service started small, rolling out to a limited group first. Before this, Schwab clients could only get indirect exposure through ETFs or futures. Now, they can buy the actual coins through a separate

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May 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Scenes: The Real Stories of Lawyers in High-Pressure Cases

Lawyers in the media and entertainment world don’t just handle paperwork—they step into some of the most chaotic situations imaginable. Some specialize in defending clients in serious criminal cases, like shootings or assaults. One recent example involved a lawyer getting a case dismissed for a clie

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May 14 2026POLITICS

Why a Reality Star's Run for LA Mayor is Stirring Up Hollywood

Los Angeles is used to celebrities jumping into politics, but Spencer Pratt’s surprise mayoral bid is turning heads for a different reason. After losing his home in LA’s wildfires, the former reality TV star decided to challenge Mayor Karen Bass, arguing that the city’s leadership has failed on home

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May 14 2026CRIME

School bomb threats in Tennessee: What happens when 911 gets fake calls

On a Tuesday in May, over half a dozen schools in middle Tennessee locked down after someone called 911 saying there were bombs inside. Police rushed to each building, students huddled in classrooms, and parents showed up at gates unsure if their kids were safe. When officers searched every room, th

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May 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Mizuki’s power drops in latest Overwatch update

The latest game update for Overwatch just took a swing at one of its newest heroes, Mizuki. Players who loved using him for area healing now have to adjust their strategy because his protective wall, called Kekkai Sanctuary, works differently. Before, the wall blocked incoming attacks but now it blo

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