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May 24 2026SCIENCE

How bacteria borrow genes to eat sugar and power life

Bacteria in the Gloeobacterales group live in a simple way. They don’t have the usual stacks of membranes that most cousins use to catch sunlight. Yet they still survive and grow. New research shows these bacteria solve the problem by stealing genes from other microbes. They pick up pieces of DNA th

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Gas prices jump across California—what it means for your wallet and beyond

California drivers are now paying over six dollars a gallon for gas, a sharp jump that didn’t happen overnight. Back in late winter, regular gasoline cost less than half that amount. War tensions in the Persian Gulf have cut oil shipments, squeezing the global supply like never before. Prices aren’

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Laz Alonso's Latest Role Steals the Show, But Fans Are Talking About His Look Instead

Many fans know Laz Alonso best from his roles as tough, smooth-talking leaders on screen. But his growth as an actor isn’t just about playing powerful characters. Alonso's latest turn in "The Boys" takes his performance to a deeper level, especially in the show’s final season. On a recent red carpe

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Yanic Truesdale steps into the spotlight with new support

Canadian actor Yanic Truesdale has spent years shaping characters on screen, from small-town charm in “Gilmore Girls” to slick charm in “Eloise” beside Ryan Reynolds. Now he’s welcoming fresh backing through Mainstay Entertainment, a management team that started in 2017 and already counts big names

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May 23 2026FINANCE

Cattle prices in rough waters as traders play risky games

The cattle market’s latest swings show how futures trading can feel like walking a tightrope blindfolded. Traders spent weeks pushing feeder cattle prices up while fat cattle stayed behind, creating an awkward gap. Then Thursday hit, and everything flipped—feeder prices crashed as traders scrambled

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May 23 2026FINANCE

Updating Old Money Rules for New Digital Age

Money moved faster than ever before in 2025. Scammers used AI tools to steal over thirty-five billion dollars from Americans in just one year. Meanwhile, North Korean hackers quietly collected two billion dollars in crypto tokens within months. Traditional banking rules designed in the 1970s simply

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Birthdays to Celebrate on May 22, 2026

May 22, 2026 brings a mix of familiar faces turning another year older. Among them are Ginnifer Goodwin at 48 and Maggie Q at 47, both known for roles in popular shows and movies. Goodwin has built a strong fanbase from her work in both live-action and animated series, while Q has appeared in action

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May 23 2026LIFESTYLE

Rain or shine: what Cincinnati food lovers need to know before heading to the big festival

The weekend forecast for downtown Cincinnati doesn’t look great for food trucks and festival crowds. Heavy rain and thunderstorms are predicted from Friday through Saturday, which could throw a wrench into Memorial Day weekend plans. The city’s biggest food festival, celebrating local chefs and rest

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May 22 2026HEALTH

Long‑Term Fatigue and Work in Cancer Survivors

After seven years of radiotherapy, many people still feel tired and struggle with daily chores. Researchers followed a group who had cancer treatment for years to see how their energy, movement and job skills compared with people who never had the disease. The study tracked participants for a

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May 22 2026SCIENCE

Brain Boost from Home Workouts

A recent study looked at how exercise guided online could change the brains and guts of older people. The researchers invited healthy seniors to try a virtual workout plan, then compared their results with those who stayed inactive. The main goal was to see if moving around could sharpen thinking, a

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