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politics Scottish politician illegally used party funds to pay for camper van, fancy pencil sharpener, toilet seat, and curry sauce Rob Beschizza

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law NYC's iconic bagels and pizzas could change because a carcinogenic ingredient may soon become illegal in NY Ruben Bolling

Science World map of presumed laptop theft risk in coffee shops Rob Beschizza

Technology A free site uses live weather data to flag pavement that will burn your dog's paws Ellsworth Toohey

Business AI Graveyard: 142 AI companies so far buried, many more to come Rob Beschizza

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movies Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer brings back cavalcade of fan-favorite characters Grant St. Clair

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Entertainment Is this your last chance to experience The Simpsons Ride? Ruben Bolling