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May 25 2026POLITICS

How presidential libraries show the shifting rules of political behavior

Visiting three Texas presidential libraries—one from a Democrat who pushed big domestic programs, two from Republicans with very different foreign policy approaches—shows how much politics used to rely on shared expectations. These places don’t hide the tough parts of each president’s time in office

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May 24 2026ENVIRONMENT

China's Coal Mine Disasters: A Look at the Past and Present Risks

Coal mining in China has a long history of dangerous accidents, with some of the deadliest occurring in the last 70 years. The most recent tragedy happened in Shanxi province where a gas blast killed at least 90 workers late one night. This event stands out because it's the worst coal mine disaster

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May 24 2026HEALTH

Bangladesh's measles crisis: what's behind the surge and how it's being fought

Bangladesh is currently facing one of its worst measles outbreaks in years, with serious consequences for children. So far this year, health officials have recorded at least 86 confirmed measles deaths among kids, along with another 426 cases where symptoms strongly suggest measles. These numbers co

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Better ways to check breast cancer treatment progress

Doctors often use special scans to see if breast cancer treatments are working. One common method is MRI, which gives clear pictures of soft tissues. But MRI has some downsides, like high costs and long wait times for results. Because of these issues, researchers are exploring other options. A newe

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Why some people are still getting the flu in late spring

Late spring usually means warmer weather and fewer sniffles, but this year a surprising number of people in North Texas are still getting the flu. Health officials say cases are rising when they normally drop off. One man, Jeremy Gomez, thought his allergy was flaring up at first. His voice changed,

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May 21 2026POLITICS

Vaping Rules in Crisis: A Call to Protect Kids

A U. S. senator has asked the health secretary to stand against new, looser rules on flavored vaping products. The senator argues that these changes favour large tobacco firms and risk turning more children into nicotine users. The federal drug regulator has recently softened its position on flav

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Health Secretary Moves Back on Vaccine Panel Reforms

The U. S. Health Secretary has altered a plan to reshape the CDC’s vaccine advisory board, stepping back from some of his earlier changes. The committee, known as ACIP, tells doctors which shots Americans should get and when, and it also influences insurance coverage. Last year the secretary repl

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May 19 2026POLITICS

Vaccine Panel Charter Pulled Back Over Timing Slip

The U. S. health department has taken back a new charter for an important vaccine advisory group, saying the change was made too late under federal rules. The panel, which gives advice to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about how vaccines are used across the country, had just received

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May 19 2026EDUCATION

The Law in Action: How New Mexico Keeps Justice Alive

New Mexico’s courts move beyond the courthouse walls every year, bringing real cases to school hallways and playgrounds. Students get a front‑row seat to live oral arguments, hearing judges explain how legal logic turns into decisions that affect everyday life. After the proceedings, the justices ch

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May 19 2026SCIENCE

Deep‑Sea Tragedy: Five Italians Lost in Maldives Cave Dive

Maldivian officials are looking into why five Italian divers died last week in a deep cave off the island. The group, headed by marine scientist Monica Montefalcone, was studying soft corals at the Devana Kandu site. Only one body – that of an instructor – has been found, at a depth of 60 metres. Th

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