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Birthdays on June 5: Stars, Stories and Surprises

June 5, 2026

June 5 brings a mix of celebrities celebrating another year, from musicians to actors and even historical figures. Kenny G turns 70 this month; he recently appeared in a holiday film that caught fans’ attention. Actor Ron Livingston, 59 now, hails from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, a detail that often s

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Queer Art Shines in St. Pete’s June Fest

June 5, 2026

St. Petersburg lights up with a splash of color this June, as local artists showcase their queer creativity across town. At the City Theatre lobby, a show called “Royal Tea” invites visitors to see art that blends royalty themes with LGBTQ+ identity. The curator, Rachel Covello, mixes ideas of dr

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NYC Becomes Filmmakers’ New Playground

June 5, 2026

The city’s media office has launched a new public‑service spot featuring big names from New York film and TV. In the clip, actors and directors like Spike Lee, Amy Schumer, John Krasinski, Natasha Lyonne, Darren Aronofsky and Celine Song explain why shooting in the city is now easier than ever.

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New Marketing Leader Takes Charge of Global Fitness Brand

June 5, 2026

Silke Hensel has stepped into the role of Global Chief Marketing Officer for Ultimate Performance, a top-tier personal training company. Her arrival signals a shift toward long‑term brand building over quick sales tactics. Hensel brings more than fifteen years of experience running marketing teams

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Senator changes mind on long-standing Senate rule after winning election

June 5, 2026

Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman showed up to his first Senate term with big plans for changing how the chamber works. In 2022, he campaigned on getting rid of the filibuster rule that lets a small group block most laws. This rule often stops big changes, even when many Americans want them. Back

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Big Names Skip the White House UFC Showdown

June 5, 2026

Plenty of Hollywood stars and athletes got invites to the first-ever UFC fight night at the White House lawn, including Adam Sandler and Mario Lopez. Both sent their regrets— Lopez because he’s busy filming a holiday movie, Sandler without an explanation. But some big names might still show up, like

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Banks Chase SpaceX Cash Before Big IPO

June 5, 2026

Wall Street is pulling out all the stops to get wealthy investors excited about SpaceX’s upcoming stock sale. Major banks like Bank of America, JPMorgan, and Morgan Stanley are throwing lavish events this week, hoping to win over clients who want a piece of the $75 billion IPO. That price tag makes

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Florence, Alabama: A Small Town with a Big Sound

June 4, 2026

"Florence, Alabama, a place where the population is about half of what you’d see at a major Taylor Swift stadium show, still earned a spot on Garden & Gun’s new list of the South’s best music towns. The magazine highlighted other southern gems such as St. Augustine, Florida; Macon, Georgia; Bristol,

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Art as a Path to Healing and Hope

June 4, 2026

A resident of Lanexa, an artist named Patty Putnam is stepping forward in a national art contest that could change her future. She has faced many health problems after losing her job as a visual director at Saks Fifth Avenue. Eight chronic illnesses made it hard for her to keep moving and working

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Celebrity Crowd Shows Up for Game 1 in San Antonio

June 4, 2026

The NBA Finals began with a splash of star power in the Frost Bank Center, even though it isn’t the usual Madison Square Garden spot. Fans and friends of the game had a mix of familiar faces that made headlines. First, film director Spike Lee and comedian Tracy Morgan appeared together at the venue