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May 15 2026CRIME

Can a retrial happen after a conviction is thrown out?

Alex Murdaugh walked out of prison a convicted murderer last year. Then the South Carolina Supreme Court erased his guilty verdict completely. That sudden freedom surprised many people. How could someone already convicted walk away? The answer lies in a legal rule most people misunderstand. Double j

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May 15 2026SPORTS

The Golfer Who Grew Up in a Golf Bag: Justin Thomas's Early Life and Rise

Justin Thomas started swinging clubs before he could spell his name. Born in Louisville in 1993, he grew up breathing golf like most kids breathe air. His dad wasn't just a fan—he worked full-time at a golf club, so weekends weren’t for family trips but for caddying at the course. By age three, Thom

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May 15 2026WEATHER

A Quick Look at New Jersey's Upcoming Weather Shift

Temperatures in New Jersey are playing catch-up this week after a chilly stretch. On Thursday, many areas struggled to get past the upper 50s to low 60s under heavy cloud cover, which is quite unusual for mid-May. That’s about 10 to 15 degrees below what’s typical for this time of year. The weather

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May 15 2026BUSINESS

How a Tech Giant Plans to Fuel Its AI Future

SoftBank isn’t just buying into AI—it’s betting big on it. During a recent earnings call, a company leader hinted that OpenAI’s stock could be used like a loan to fund future projects. This isn’t just about owning shares; it’s about treating AI as a financial powerhouse. SoftBank sees OpenAI’s value

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May 15 2026RELIGION

From Makeup Millionaire to Priest: A Businessman's Big Career Change

Scott-Vincent Borba is trading in his glamorous past for a much quieter life. Once a big name in the cosmetics world as the co-founder of e. l. f. Cosmetics, he now stands on the verge of becoming a Catholic priest. His journey from a luxury-filled life to this new path shows how life plans can shif

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May 14 2026CELEBRITIES

Cannes Lights Up With Stars and New Films

The opening night of this year’s Cannes Film Festival was a glittering affair, drawing big names from across the film world. Among those in attendance were veteran actresses Demi Moore and Jane Fonda, who added star power to the event. Moore, now 63, was part of the festival’s jury and chose a

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May 14 2026CRIME

A Dangerous Return to Jail After a Stabbing Incident

In early April, a 20‑year‑old woman named Jakaila Rancifer received an 18‑month supervision sentence for a battery case that would take effect in 2025. The judge who handed down the punishment was Will County Judge Amy Christiansen. A few weeks later, she was taken into custody again by Joliet polic

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May 14 2026SPORTS

New Tech Helps Tigers Pitcher Recover Faster

The Detroit Tigers faced a tough moment last week when they learned their top pitcher, Tarik Skubal, needed surgery on his elbow to remove loose fragments. Fans worried the season might be over, but recent updates paint a more hopeful picture of his return. A key factor is the use of a modern tool

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May 14 2026EDUCATION

Highlands Schools Keep Taxes Steady Despite Budget Gap

The Highlands School District plans to keep its property tax rate unchanged for a fourth straight year, even though the upcoming budget shows a $4 million shortfall. Finance Director Paul Paradise notes that only eight districts in the county have avoided tax hikes over the past three years, and

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May 14 2026CRIME

A Deadly Twist in a Long Marriage

A 65-year-old Alabama woman now faces serious prison time after confessing to shooting her husband of 15 years last May. The victim, 69, was found with a single gunshot wound to the chest while sitting in his recliner watching TV. What makes this case unusual isn’t just the violence but the way the

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