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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

Simple skincare habits to teach young people

Many families struggle to know which skincare advice to trust online. A lot of videos and posts push trendy products with bright packaging or flashy claims. Experts say the best approach is to ignore the noise and focus on what really matters: gentle care that matches a young person's skin type. Pa

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Jun 02 2026EDUCATION

A closer look at Marlboro County’s school budget troubles

Marlboro County’s school system has hit rough financial waters for years, and now state leaders want complete control. A recent state review uncovered serious money mismanagement in the Bennettsville-based district, including possible misuse of public funds. Earlier this year, the state stepped in b

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Jun 02 2026POLITICS

How prediction markets became the new battleground for control

Prediction markets—where people bet on everything from sports to political events—have exploded in popularity. Trading volume jumped from about five billion dollars last September to twenty-four billion dollars this April, according to Pew Research Center. While some see this as a sign of a thriving

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Jun 02 2026FINANCE

Big Banks vs. Crypto: A Fight Over Rules and Power

Two powerful leaders are clashing over who gets to control the future of digital money. Jamie Dimon, who runs one of the biggest U. S. banks, recently called Brian Armstrong, the head of a major crypto company, completely wrong about a new financial rule called the CLARITY Act. The fight isn’t just

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Jun 02 2026HEALTH

Spaces and floors: how a baby's play area affects movement skills

The first year after birth is packed with motor milestones, especially for babies born a few weeks early. One skill that develops later is segmental trunk control—the ability to keep the torso steady while standing or moving. Researchers tracked 76 preterm infants from 8 to 13 months, asking parents

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

Big events coming to New York this summer mean big changes

This summer, New York City is preparing for a double dose of excitement: the FIFA World Cup and the NBA Finals. While fans look forward to the games, the head of the police department sees a mix of challenges ahead. The NYPD expects a much higher risk level than usual, partly because hundreds of tho

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

Five years in prison for a Lexington woman caught with drugs and a gun

A Lexington woman recently received a five-year federal prison sentence for being involved in a drug deal where she also provided a firearm. Federal records show she was sentenced by a U. S. District Judge for her role in the incident. After her prison term, she will be under court supervision for f

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

Chile’s southern waters: Why criminal networks are shifting focus

The Strait of Magellan has long been known for its icy winds and epic sailing stories, but now it’s making headlines for a different reason. Criminal gangs are quietly turning this remote Chilean waterway into a smuggling highway, bypassing tighter checks elsewhere. Unlike the Panama Canal, which fa

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Jun 02 2026CRIME

Justice catches up with Syrian officials in Europe

Two Syrian men who once worked in the country’s security forces found themselves in a Vienna courtroom facing serious charges. Both had arrived in Austria years ago as refugees and started new lives, but their pasts came back to haunt them. Anwar al-Halabi, a former security official, and Musab Abu

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Jun 02 2026SPORTS

Stephen Curry steps into a new game with Chinese brand Li-Ning

Basketball superstar Stephen Curry just signed a long-term deal with Li-Ning, a big name in Chinese sportswear. His Curry Brand will now work closely with Li-Ning to design shoes and clothes, and even push sports culture worldwide. Both sides say they want to motivate young athletes everywhere. Cur

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