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May 07 2026CRYPTO

Iggy Azalea Faces Lawsuit Over Failed Crypto Coin

A lawsuit has been filed against rapper Iggy Azalea, claiming she misled people about a cryptocurrency called MOTHER. The case says the coin was promoted as having useful features that never appeared. Investors bought in, hoping for a big return, and the coin’s value dropped from about $200 million

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May 07 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Exchange OKX to Offer New AI and Space Bets

OKX is set to roll out a new type of trading product that lets people bet on the value of some of the world’s biggest private tech companies. The contracts will track how much these firms are worth on secondary markets, but they won’t give anyone real ownership or voting rights. Instead, trade

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May 07 2026ENVIRONMENT

Mosquitoes on the Move: How Hot Weather Fuels Swarms in Georgia

Recent heat waves and prolonged dry spells have pushed more mosquitoes into the state, raising worries about diseases like West Nile. When rains are scarce, storm drains and underground pipes hold leftover water that becomes perfect spots for mosquito babies to grow. Scientists point out that

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May 07 2026BUSINESS

The shifting sands of consumer trends: Tech, travel, and vaping face big changes

While Disney's theme parks saw a slight dip in visitors, the company still managed to impress Wall Street with its streaming profits. The 1% drop in attendance might seem small, but it’s enough to raise eyebrows among investors. Theme park visits often mirror economic confidence, so this dip could h

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May 07 2026SPORTS

UNC’s Big Bet on Football: Is the Risk Worth the Reward?

The University of North Carolina is doubling down on football, betting big on Bill Belichick to turn things around. Even after a rough first season, the school’s athletic director, Bubba Cunningham, insists the program is worth the $2. 5 million gamble. But where does that leave the rest of UNC’s sp

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May 07 2026HEALTH

New vape rules aim to balance adult access with youth protection

The U. S. government recently took a sharp turn from its long fight against flavored vapes. For years, officials worked hard to block fruit and candy flavors, arguing they hook young users. Now, suddenly, the same agency that once banned over a million flavors has greenlit four new ones—all aimed at

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Passengers speak up after cruise ship faces virus scare

Three people lost their lives after catching a rare virus on a luxury cruise ship near Antarctica, sparking fear and frustration among passengers. The MV Hondius, carrying travelers from over 20 countries, became the center of a crisis when hantavirus cases appeared. Some who were stuck on board sha

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May 06 2026SPORTS

BYU’s Big Play: Why Returning Players Matter in College Football

BYU stands out in the college football world because it keeps most of its key players from one season to the next. A recent study by CBS Sports shows that 63 % of the team’s plays last year involved players who will be on the field again in 2026. This high percentage is rare, especially for a school

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May 06 2026BUSINESS

GameStop CEO Shifts Tone in New TV Talk

The first time GameStop’s boss appeared on television after a confusing CNBC segment, he was noticeably more upbeat. He joined Fox Business’s “Making Money with Charles Payne” to discuss the company’s offer to buy eBay. The interview felt like a home game compared to his earlier awkward “Squawk Box”

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May 06 2026TECHNOLOGY

New Media Shake‑Ups: From AI Lawsuits to House Sales and Job Trends

A group of book publishers, including big names like Elsevier and Hachette, has filed a lawsuit against Meta in Manhattan. They claim the company used millions of their copyrighted works to train its AI model, Llama, without permission or payment. The suit accuses Meta’s CEO of encouraging the pract

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