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Big Grants Boost New Ways to Save Babies and Fight Overdoses

June 24, 2026

The University of California, San Diego has just secured two sizeable research awards that together amount to $16 million. One grant comes from the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health, a federal program that looks to speed up life‑changing medical inventions. It will fund a team led by elec

crime

What’s really behind the FBI raids and the political storm?

May 10, 2026

The sudden FBI raids on two CBD shops—one in Norfolk and another in Portsmouth—have left more questions than answers. One of the shop owners, Carlton Upton Jr. , now faces three serious fraud charges in federal court. But the bigger mystery is whether his case connects to the raid on state Sen. Loui

politics

What’s happening with Virginia’s top Democrat?

May 7, 2026

Federal agents showed up unannounced Wednesday in Portsmouth, Virginia, targeting places tied to state Sen. Louise Lucas, a powerful Democrat and marijuana advocate. They raided her personal office, a dispensary she co-owns, and other locations connected to her. Footage from the scene shows agents c

lifestyle

First Wheelchair‑Bound Guest at the Met Gala

May 6, 2026

A new milestone was reached when a trans model who uses a wheelchair attended the Met Gala, an event that has been held for 78 years. The model is from Antigua and the United States, has quadriplegic cerebral palsy, and broke several records in 2018 by becoming the first black, transgender, and phys

entertainment

Met Gala 2026: Funniest Fashion Fails and Meme Gold

May 6, 2026

The first Monday in May usually sparks a rush of online jokes as celebrities step onto the Met Gala carpet. This year’s “Costume Art” theme and “Fashion is Art” rule set sparked a flood of memes that outshone many of the actual outfits. Sabrina Carpenter wowed with a Dior dress made from 1954 fil

celebrities

Glam Night at the Met: Celebrities Turn Art Into Fashion Statements

May 5, 2026

The 2026 Met Gala drew a crowd of fashion lovers and art enthusiasts, each guest bringing a unique twist to the evening. Amazon founder Bezos arrived in a navy blue dress that echoed a famous 19th‑century portrait. The gown featured a single pearl‑laden strap that slipped off her shoulder, mirror

celebrities

Met Gala Pre-Party Fashion: Who Wore What and Why It Matters

May 5, 2026

Fashion’s biggest fundraiser doesn’t wait for the main event. Before the Met Gala officially kicks off, celebrities already turn the pre-parties into their own runway. This year, stars like Kris Jenner, Zoë Kravitz, and the Williams sisters made sure every step onto the red carpet was a statement. W

celebrities

Celebrity Birthdays on March 11, 2026

April 11, 2026

Three well‑known actors celebrate their birthdays on March 11, 2026. The list highlights Tricia Helfer and Jennifer Esposito among others. Tricia Helfer, who turns 51 today, is best known for her role in a popular fantasy series and recently voiced a character in an animated adventure about a legen

sports

New Ping Clubs Give a Fresh Boost to My Game

April 5, 2026

Ping’s newest women‑specific line of clubs has taken my golf bag for a spin and, honestly, it’s made a big difference. When I first tried the G Le3 set two and a half years ago, it felt like a game changer. It was lighter, easier to hit, and gave me more distance than my old clubs from 2015. F

crime

Bomb Plot Near Paris Bank Foiled by Quick Police Action

March 28, 2026

Police in Paris stopped a bomb attempt early Saturday morning outside a Bank of America office, capturing the would‑be bomber just as he tried to light a homemade explosive. The device was made from about five litres of an unknown liquid, likely fuel, and a 650‑gram powder charge. It was discovered