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Feb 08 2026HEALTH

Less Local Anesthetic, Less Breathing Trouble

The breathing muscle on one side of the chest can be slowed after a shoulder nerve block. Researchers tested whether using smaller amounts of medicine could reduce this side effect without hurting the block’s effectiveness. They gave three groups of patients different volumes of local anaesthe

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Feb 08 2026HEALTH

AI Helping Surgeons in Emergencies

Artificial intelligence is becoming a new helper for doctors who need to act fast in surgery. Researchers gathered all the studies that show how AI can support surgeons when patients are at risk or when operations happen. They looked closely at tools that predict danger before the operation and thos

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Feb 08 2026HEALTH

Kids Who Move More Shine Bright Even When They Watch Screens

A new study looks at how kids’ screen habits and exercise affect their overall well‑being. Researchers focused on American children after the pandemic, when many families changed how they spent time at home. The data came from a large national survey that asked parents about their children’s daily

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Feb 08 2026CRIME

'Fake Messages Hit a TV Host’s Social Media'

The account belonging to television host Greg Gutfeld was targeted by a hacker who sent out spam messages from his X profile. Some followers were tricked into replying, including former Saturday Night Live performer Rob Schneider who posted a plea to “vote for Greg Gutfeld. ” Prominent X users

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Feb 08 2026POLITICS

Sleep Patterns Shift Around the 2024 Election

The National Sleep Foundation ran surveys before and after the U. S. presidential election in 2024 to see how big events affect how people sleep. They asked thousands of Americans about their nightly rest and any changes they noticed around election day. The results show that many people repor

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Inflation Claims: A Mixed Message

Trump has been busy talking about the economy, especially inflation. In five speeches since December, he said inflation was beaten or falling more than 20 times, but most people still see higher prices. He spent a lot of time on other topics – immigration, critics from the opposite party, and

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Haiti Faces a New Political Pause After Transition Council Ends

The Caribbean nation of Haiti has slipped into a state of uncertainty as its temporary governing body’s authority expired, leaving no clear next step for leadership. The nine‑person council that was set up in April to calm violent gang clashes and prepare for elections has seen its power fade amid

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Feb 07 2026POLITICS

Choice at the End: New York’s New Law on Medical Aid in Dying

New York has added a new option for people who are seriously ill and expect to die within six months. The state’s newest law lets them request medication that can end their life, but only after a set of careful checks. First, there is a five‑day pause between the doctor’s order and when the medicine

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Feb 07 2026BUSINESS

Small Biz Boost: $2, 500 Grants and Coaching for Washtenaw Owners

The county has opened a new window of help for local entrepreneurs who felt the squeeze of COVID‑19. A fresh grant program gives up to $2, 500 to small businesses that kept running through the pandemic and offers free coaching from two local partners. The initiative is run by the Office of Communi

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Feb 07 2026SCIENCE

Breast PET Scans: Comparing Two Imaging Styles in Japan

A recent study from several hospitals across Japan looked at how two different kinds of PET scanners perform when used for breast imaging. The first type is a “ring‑shaped” machine that surrounds the patient, while the second uses an “opposite‑type” design that places detectors on opposite sides. Re

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