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May 01 2026FINANCE

Sports betting isn’t a shortcut to riches—it’s a losing game

Sports betting has grown into a massive industry in recent years, with billions flowing through legal markets. But few people understand just how one-sided this game really is. Even billionaire investors like Warren Buffett have called it "a tax on stupidity, " a harsh way of saying most people lose

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Gut germs and Crohn’s: what’s really driving the disease?

Crohn’s disease hits over a million Americans, flaring up with gut pain and no obvious trigger. Doctors keep hunting for clues, and the spotlight often lands on the teeming bacteria that live inside our intestines. Genes can misbehave, immune defenses can overreact, diet can shift the balance, and s

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May 01 2026CRIME

Why some people turn their struggles into violence against strangers

A once-brilliant physics student with a complicated past carried out a shooting spree targeting two places tied to his biggest disappointments. The FBI found that his violent actions were rooted in years of feeling overlooked, failing to meet his own expectations, and blaming others for his struggle

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Why NYC’s government is pushing back against vaccine skepticism

New York City is taking steps to protect its residents from preventable diseases as distrust in vaccines grows. Local leaders worry that fewer people getting vaccinated could lead to outbreaks of illnesses like measles. The city saw four measles cases this year, a disease that was once nearly elimin

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May 01 2026BUSINESS

Why Softgel Capsules Are Becoming Everyone's Favorite Pill Form

Softgel capsules are quietly turning into a big business. Back in 2025, this market was worth $8. 84 billion. By 2026, it’s expected to hit $9. 6 billion, growing at nearly 9% each year. By 2030, the figure could climb to $13. 52 billion. So why are these chewy pills winning over doctors, drug compa

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May 01 2026HEALTH

Why India needs clearer rules for health supplements

India’s market for vitamin pills and herbal boosters is booming, growing at roughly 12–15 % every year since 2020. People here now spend about $8 to $10 billion on these products yearly, numbers that could double by 2027 thanks to stronger health habits, rising incomes, and online shopping. Yet thes

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May 01 2026SPORTS

Spring rain forces early end to track invitational

A sudden downpour turned the Tallmadge Invitational track meet into a one-and-done event on April 24. The meet was supposed to give local high school athletes a chance to compete, but rainwater soaked the track and stands, forcing organizers to call it quits after just one event. The meet didn’t eve

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May 01 2026SCIENCE

New Ways to Understand Love and Closeness Beyond Romance

Many people still link intimacy only to deep romantic or sexual bonds. But a fresh look at relationships shows that isn’t the whole picture. A study dove into how asexual and aromantic college students build meaningful connections. Instead of judging these bonds as “less than, ” the research highlig

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May 01 2026TECHNOLOGY

DeFi’s weak spots: How a single key led to a $4. 5 million hack

A recent attack on Wasabi Protocol shows how quickly decentralized finance (DeFi) projects can lose millions when security measures are weak. On Thursday, hackers stole $4. 55 million by gaining control of a single admin key. This key, held in a wallet called wasabideployer. eth, gave them full cont

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May 01 2026POLITICS

When Federal Crackdowns Hit the Streets: Who Should Hold Agents Accountable?

Last year, Chicago saw a sharp rise in federal immigration raids under a program called Operation Midway Blitz. The surge led to thousands of arrests and clashes between agents and locals. But this wasn’t just about immigration—it was about how agents did their jobs. A state commission, set up by Il

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