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May 03 2026CRIME

Pras Begins 14‑Year Prison Term Over Obama Campaign Money

A former Fugees star, Prakazrel “Pras” Michel, turned himself in to a low‑security federal prison in Arizona on Thursday. He will start serving a 14‑year sentence after a 2023 conviction for illegally routing foreign money into the 2012 re‑election effort of former President Barack Obama. Michel, n

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May 03 2026FINANCE

Real Estate Investments Worth a Second Look

Investing in real estate through REITs can feel like hunting for hidden gems. Some stocks fly under the radar despite strong fundamentals. Two names keep popping up in discussions: one is a major player in office spaces, while the other specializes in industrial properties. Both have shown resilienc

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May 03 2026POLITICS

A court trial in New Mexico could reshape how social media giants operate

For years, public concern has grown about how platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp might affect young users. Now, a trial starting in New Mexico is putting those concerns to the test. Instead of a jury deciding, a judge will hear arguments in Santa Fe to determine if Meta’s apps create a

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Trump Family’s Crypto Project Faces New Heat Over Suspected Ties

A recent report put a spotlight on World Liberty Financial (WLF), a cryptocurrency project tied to the Trump family, after it launched a stablecoin on AB Chain—a blockchain network connected to a controversial resort plan in Timor-Leste. That project, meant to promote blockchain adoption and charity

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May 03 2026CRYPTO

What $292 million can teach DeFi about trust and safety

A recent security breach drained $292 million from a major DeFi project, sending shockwaves through the crypto lending world. The timing couldn’t be worse. Big money from traditional finance has just started testing blockchain waters. Firms managing trillions are quietly setting up shop in on-chain

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May 03 2026FINANCE

Trading Made Smarter: A New AI Tool for Market Players

Financial markets today are like firehoses—full blast with data. Prices jump, news breaks, charts flash signals, and opinions spread fast. Most traders drown in this flood rather than swim through it. A new platform steps in not to add more noise, but to help users cut through the chaos before placi

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May 03 2026BUSINESS

Buying a small business? Here’s how to do it without starting from zero

Many people think entrepreneurship means starting something brand new, but buying an existing business can be a smarter move. Research shows over half of baby boomer business owners plan to sell in the next five years, meaning plenty of opportunities are coming up for sale. You don’t need millions t

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May 03 2026SPORTS

Baseball’s shifting lineup: what happens when young talent meets team success?

The New York Yankees are facing a classic baseball dilemma these days. A top prospect turned everyday player finds himself on the outside looking in, while a newer face steps in and delivers right away. Anthony Volpe, once a rising star with a Gold Glove and 21 home runs as a rookie, is now waiting

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May 03 2026CELEBRITIES

Sometimes saying no is the best financial decision

Back in the 1990s, Suze Orman turned down a big publishing deal because she felt the price tag was too high. Her agent warned the offer might keep rising, even past a million and a half dollars. Orman didn’t budge. She believed accepting so much money would make her uneasy. Instead, she asked her ag

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May 03 2026FINANCE

How a big oil trader is shaking up an old London market

A major oil trading company is taking legal action against a historic London organization that sets shipping rates. The company claims it lost hundreds of millions of dollars because the organization’s pricing system was rigged. This legal battle is exposing how a centuries-old market still controls

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