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TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used

May 9, 2026

A huge settlement of about $400 million is close to being finalized between the U. S. government and TikTok, according to sources familiar with the case. The money comes after a lawsuit that accused the app of gathering private data from children under 13 without parental approval. The case was brou

weather

Pollen in the Air: How Dry Weather Hits South Carolina

May 9, 2026

South Carolina is dealing with a tough weather mix. The state is still in severe to extreme drought, and the dry air keeps pollen from washing away. Warm temperatures and steady breezes let pollen stay airborne longer, making allergies worse for many residents. When rain is scarce, trees and grasse

business

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers

May 9, 2026

AltFinance’s chief executive, Marcus Shaw, talks about a bold new effort to connect students from historically black colleges and universities with the private finance sector. The idea started in 2021, when Shaw and his team realized that many talented graduates lack the insider knowledge needed to

crypto

Bitcoin Wallet Loss Signals Stronger Future Prices

May 9, 2026

The number of Bitcoin wallets fell by 245, 000 in just five days, a record drop for the past two years. This quick exit happened while Bitcoin was trading just below its 200‑day moving average at $82, 041. The trend mirrors a pattern seen earlier in the year when a big wallet loss preceded a shar

science

Diversity Boosts Forest Carbon, Especially in Cold and Dry Places

May 9, 2026

Scientists studied 15 long‑term forest sites around the world, from tropical jungles to Arctic woodlands. They measured how many different tree species were present and how much organic carbon was stored in the soil, a key factor that helps slow climate change. The overall trend showed that forests

lifestyle

Spring Night Out: How NYC’s Elite Turn Fashion into Power Moves

May 9, 2026

Every May, as cherry blossoms fade in Central Park, another kind of bloom takes over Manhattan sidewalks—designer dresses and $500 sunglasses. The New York City Ballet’s Spring Gala isn’t just about dance; it’s a side stage where money, taste, and social clout collide under blinking flashbulbs. Atte

weather

Rainy Weekend Ahead: What Lafayette’s Storms Really Mean

May 9, 2026

Lafayette isn’t just getting rain this weekend—it’s facing a mixed bag of weather trouble. While thunderstorms roll through, the bigger issue isn’t just the noise and lightning. Heavy rain has already soaked parts of the city, with radar showing 1 to 3 inches already fallen. Another 1 to 4 inches co

politics

How Onondaga County is working to better connect with residents

May 9, 2026

The leaders of Onondaga County have spent months talking with people about taxes, housing, and how the government spends money. They’ve made changes like letting more public input shape decisions and forming new groups to advise on housing and transport. They’ve also capped gas tax charges and tight

finance

When Sports Meets Stocks: A New Player Steps into the Ring

May 9, 2026

A company called Enhanced just made a bold move by joining the New York Stock Exchange. But this isn't just another business listing. Enhanced is blending sports, health science, and Wall Street in a way few have tried before. Their first big test? A sports event planned for May in Las Vegas, where

finance

A Crypto Company Tries to Stay Afloat by Branching Out

May 9, 2026

Crypto trading used to be the main thing keeping a major exchange alive. When prices of Bitcoin and unknown coins crash, so do the exchange’s profits. That is exactly what happened recently. Its stock price dropped 5 percent before the market even opened, after the company reported a loss in the fir

TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used

Pollen in the Air: How Dry Weather Hits South Carolina

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers

Bitcoin Wallet Loss Signals Stronger Future Prices

Diversity Boosts Forest Carbon, Especially in Cold and Dry Places

Spring Night Out: How NYC’s Elite Turn Fashion into Power Moves

Rainy Weekend Ahead: What Lafayette’s Storms Really Mean

How Onondaga County is working to better connect with residents

When Sports Meets Stocks: A New Player Steps into the Ring

A Crypto Company Tries to Stay Afloat by Branching Out

TikTok Settlement Sparks Debate Over How $400 Million Will Be Used

Building a $90 Million Bridge to HBCU Careers