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May 28 2026HEALTH

Countries Ramp Up Border Checks as Ebola Threat Grows

Global health officials have sounded the alarm about a recent Ebola flare-up in Central Africa, pushing nations to rethink how they handle travelers from affected areas. The outbreak, centered near the Democratic Republic of Congo, has led to a patchwork of new rules worldwide, as countries try to b

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May 27 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin ETFs lose steam as investors turn to safer bets

Investors are pulling money out of Bitcoin ETFs at the fastest rate this year, with over $1. 3 billion exiting just last week. The trend isn’t limited to Bitcoin—Ethereum and smaller cryptocurrencies also saw withdrawals. What’s driving this shift? The bond market is betting big that interest rates

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May 22 2026FINANCE

Tech Hype Leaves Crypto Behind, But Is It a Smart Bet?

Investors today face a tough choice: chase the AI boom or stick with crypto. Many are jumping into AI stocks despite Bitcoin’s recent gains. Why? Because AI seems like the safer bet with steady returns between 15% and 20%. Crypto, on the other hand, is more unpredictable. But is AI really a smarter

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Global Cup Show: Music, Soccer and a Push for School Funds

Global Citizen is setting up the biggest halftime show in World Cup history, a plan that mixes pop stars and football to fund education for kids worldwide. The event will feature names like Madonna, Shakira, BTS and the Coldplay singer Chris Martin, who helped design the show. The goal is to channel

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Apr 17 2026FINANCE

Small tech fund gives investors a shortcut to AI profits

Investors looking to cash in on AI’s rise often face a tough choice: buy early-stage startups at sky-high prices or wait for a safer public stock to climb. One fund, BlackRock’s Science and Technology Term Trust, offers a middle path. It holds a mix of fast-growing tech names—including a tiny slice

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Apr 17 2026FINANCE

Why These Three Big Stocks Matter Right Now

Investors often rely on loud voices in finance to guide their choices. Among those voices, one analyst keeps spotlighting three major companies—Nike, Amazon, and Nvidia—each facing very different challenges and opportunities. The real question isn't just why they’re relevant today, but whether their

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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

Why charging ships to cross the Hormuz Strait could backfire badly

Global trade relies heavily on the Strait of Hormuz—a narrow waterway where about one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas passes through every day. Right now, ships move freely without paying fees. But Iran has floated the idea of imposing tolls on vessels passing through, a move that could shake up ho

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Mar 12 2026BUSINESS

Stock Picks That Might Be Worthy in 2026

Investors often look for companies that keep bringing in steady cash through subscriptions. A few big names are now trading lower than usual, making them possible bargains for those who want to start small. Three of these are Adobe, ServiceNow and Netflix. Adobe is known for its creative tools that

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Feb 14 2026CRYPTO

Big Moves: Crypto Stocks Get a Boost

Investors are showing a lot of interest in crypto-related stocks. Ark Invest, a company known for its bold moves, recently spent $18 million on these types of stocks. This included buying shares in Bullish, a crypto exchange, for the tenth day in a row. They also invested in Robinhood, a trading pla

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Feb 12 2026OPINION

Climate Change: Is Fear the Right Way to Drive Change?

Global temperatures have been rising, with recent data showing that the past decade has been the hottest on record. The average global temperature in 2025 was about 1. 47 degrees Celsius higher than it was from 1850 to 1900. This increase is largely attributed to the burning of fossil fuels, which r

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