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Where Do Celebrities Get Married When They Want a Stage?

July 2, 2026

Popular athletes and performers sometimes pick unusual spots for their weddings, and Madison Square Garden isn’t exactly the first place most people picture for exchanging rings. The giant indoor arena in New York City has hosted major sports games and concerts for over fifty years, but it’s also se

celebrities

Glimpses of Fame: Childhood Tales of Stars You Know Today

July 2, 2026

Famous faces often start as regular people—some quiet, others wild, but all with stories that surprise. A high school friend recalls Adam Jones as a quiet artist whose macabre drawings hinted at his later fame in Tool. Meanwhile, Tom Morello stood out too, always carrying a guitar, bonding over art

politics

Silent Voices: When Celebrities Choose Words or Quiet

July 2, 2026

The choice of whether to speak out can feel like a tightrope walk for many well‑known figures. One of the biggest names in Hollywood rarely shares his thoughts on politics, a stance that has sparked discussion about whether staying silent signals agreement with the status quo. Another celebrated act

science

Hot Summer Days Might Be Making Minnesota Tomatoes Scarce

July 2, 2026

Gardeners in Minnesota are noticing something unusual this season: their tomato plants aren’t growing as much as usual. The reason? The unusually hot weather is making it harder for tomatoes to thrive. When temperatures rise, pollinators like bees stay away, which means fewer tomatoes could be ready

entertainment

Ways to spend summer days in the Twin Cities beyond the usual heat

July 2, 2026

The Twin Cities don’t just sit around waiting for relief from summer heat. Instead of staring at ice cream cones, locals find active ways to enjoy the season. Food stands pop up at summer festivals, letting people taste small bites without paying full prices. Small fees apply for some dishes, but mo

science

Could Earth Outlive the Sun?

July 2, 2026

Five billion years from now, the Sun will finish its main job. Inside, its fuel will run low. It will swell up, turn red, then pulse wildly for a while before shrinking into a small glowing cinder. Most people picture this ending as a giant fireball that swallows Mercury, Venus, and Earth—turning ou

crime

Inside LA’s sex trafficking schemes: How power and fear rule the streets

July 2, 2026

Los Angeles has long struggled with street gangs running hidden criminal networks, and one of the most disturbing cases involves the Hoover Criminals. Back in the 1970s, this group broke away from the Crips and expanded into drugs, weapons, and now, human trafficking. Their latest operation in the F

crime

Overnight theft caught on video in Bowie

July 2, 2026

Security footage from a Bowie shop shows three masked people stealing items early on June 28. The video shows them smashing glass cases, grabbing products, and packing bags. One even used a hamper to carry more goods. The break-in happened around 3 AM in the 15400 block of Emerald Way. This kind of

finance

When Receipts Matter: A Real Estate Agent’s Lesson in Tax Deductions

July 2, 2026

A licensed real estate agent learned the hard way that tax deductions aren’t a free pass. She worked for two brokerages while also running her own side gig flipping properties. During one tax year, she claimed nearly $90, 000 in business expenses on Schedule C. That included $60, 000 for travel and

health

What really works to control cholesterol? It’s not just pills.

July 2, 2026

Statins are powerful pills that block cholesterol production in the liver, helping to keep arteries clear. But a top cardiologist warns they shouldn’t be seen as a magic fix. Without healthy lifestyle habits, these medications won’t do much good. The doctor compares it to trying to fix a leaky roof