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Caught in a Crime Loop: A Quick Look at the Los Angeles Robbery Trio

February 28, 2026

A man from North Hollywood joined a gang that stole from 12 shops in Los Angeles and Orange counties during a short, frantic period in early 2024. The group included Ronnie Tucker from Long Beach and Abigail Luckey, also from North Hollywood. They targeted places like 7‑Eleven stores, doughnut shops

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Big Wins in Baseball’s Off‑Season

February 27, 2026

Tarik Skubal secured a record $32 million arbitration award, beating his opponent by $13 million. This deal marks a milestone for pitchers and sets the stage for him to sign one of the largest contracts in baseball history. The Detroit Tigers, despite losing Skubal’s case, finished strong. They a

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Justice Delivers a Verdict: Brazil Confronts the Dark Links Between Politics and Crime

February 26, 2026

A five‑judge panel at Brazil’s highest court has, after a tense week of arguments, found five men guilty of killing former councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver in 2018. The case, long a flashpoint for political debate, shows how powerful forces can intersect with organized crime. The defenda

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Trial Begins for Those Accused in Rio Councilwoman’s Murder

February 25, 2026

The highest court in Brazil has opened a courtroom session to hear the case of people charged with killing a city councilwoman and her driver in 2018. A panel of five judges will decide on the fates of former congressman Chiquinho Brazão, his brother Domingos who once served on a city watchdog, t

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A New Film Pitch From a Political Insider

February 23, 2026

The idea of raising money online for an indie movie has moved from YouTube channels to big names in politics and tech. A former partner of a presidential hopeful is now listed as an executive producer for a comedy that pokes fun at the COVID‑19 crisis. The film, called “The Rash, ” follows a public‑

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How Powerful People Talk About Race

February 12, 2026

Jeffrey Epstein, a wealthy and influential figure, had a strong interest in race science, a discredited idea that claims racial differences in intelligence are genetic. In 2016, he shared an article from a white supremacist website with Noam Chomsky, suggesting that race and IQ are linked. This idea

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Stars Celebrate Their Special Days on February 6

February 6, 2026

Today marks a day of celebration for many well‑known faces. On this date, singer Tinashe turns 33, a native of Lexington, Kentucky, while actress Crystal Reed reaches 41 and adds another chapter to her “Teen Wolf” legacy with a role in the recent movie adaptation. Not far behind, actress Anna

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Indiana's Big Win: Key Moments Against Purdue

January 28, 2026

Indiana University's basketball team made a big splash on Tuesday night. They beat Purdue, a ranked team, at home. This win is a big deal because it's their first against a top team since Darian DeVries took over as coach. Nick Dorn was a standout player. He started the game because Tayton Conerway

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Louisiana's Gambling Boom and Point Shaving Scandal

January 25, 2026

Louisiana has seen a huge rise in sports betting, with over $440 million in wagers in 2025. But this growth has come with a dark side: a point-shaving scandal involving college basketball players. Players from Tulane University, Nicholls State, and the University of New Orleans were indicted for try

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Indiana Hoosiers Bounce Back with a Bang

January 24, 2026

The Indiana Hoosiers showed everyone they are not to be underestimated. They just pulled off a strong win against Rutgers, snapping a four-game losing streak with an impressive 82-59 victory. This win was a big deal, proving the team still has the skills to shine on the court. Nick Dorn was a stand