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May 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Can podcasts change how we see mental health meds?

Theo Von’s talks on his podcast about stopping his antidepressants before filming a Netflix special show how tricky mental health care can be. He wanted more raw emotions for the show but ended up feeling "mildly manic, " which made him sound off about suicide during the performance. Later, he clari

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May 16 2026SPORTS

UCLA almost left the Rose Bowl—here’s the real story behind the drama

The Rose Bowl wasn’t just another football field for UCLA. It was a historic venue tied to the school’s identity for decades. Yet internal documents show UCLA came dangerously close to walking away. Texts between school officials and stadium executives reveal how serious the talks about moving to So

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May 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Nicki Minaj steps into the political ring with her Trump support

The idea that celebrities hide their real political views out of fear isn’t new, but when a major star like Nicki Minaj openly supports a polarizing figure like Donald Trump, it gets people talking. Minaj has rarely kept her political opinions quiet lately, even appearing at events that seem designe

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May 16 2026POLITICS

What really happened when the US leader visited China

The trip was supposed to make headlines, but ended up showing how little actually changed between the two biggest economies. Both sides talked about Taiwan, Iran, and trade, yet no clear steps came out of the meeting. China buys a lot of oil from Iran, so some expected Beijing to help calm tensions.

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May 16 2026CRYPTO

Crypto and banks face off after new rules clear first hurdle

The clash between traditional banks and crypto firms has reached a turning point. For years, big banks resisted letting crypto into the financial mainstream, raising concerns about fraud, dirty money and stability. They argued crypto companies shouldn’t get the same access to banking benefits withou

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

New money tips: How AI is changing the way we handle cash

These days, your bank account might just get a helping hand from an unexpected source—a talking computer. The latest upgrade to a popular AI chatbot now comes with built-in tools to track spending, spot hidden fees, and even dream up savings plans. But is this smarter-than-you technology really the

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May 16 2026TECHNOLOGY

Getting Smart About Money: How AI Can Help You Manage Your Cash

These days, AI isn’t just for telling jokes or writing essays. It’s also trying to become your personal money coach. A new tool lets ChatGPT peek at your bank accounts, credit cards, and even investment apps—but only if you want it to. Through a service called Plaid, the chatbot can pull in transact

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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 2026POLITICS

Crypto Law Gains Ground in Senate

The Senate Banking Committee gave the crypto sector a significant boost by approving the Clarity Act, marking the first major law aimed at regulating digital currencies. The vote split largely along party lines, with 15 Republicans and only nine Democrats in favor; Democrat Ruben Gallego of Arizona

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Crypto Rules Get a Fresh Push in Senate

The Senate Banking Committee gave a long‑delayed digital‑asset bill the green light, moving it forward after months of back‑and‑forth. The new law, called the Clarity Act, would put most crypto trading under the Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s watch. Meanwhile, the Securities and Exchange Com

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