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Jun 15 2026HEALTH

Music in the OR: A Calm Tool for Kids

Children and teens who go to surgery often feel scared before the operation, afraid during recovery, and sometimes act wildly when waking up. A new study looked at whether playing music around the time of surgery can help ease those emotions and keep heart rates steady. The researchers gathered d

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Jun 15 2026POLITICS

Trump’s Unexpected Lessons on Politics and Pride

Donald Trump has taught me that pride can be a double‑edged sword. He uses words to rally people, yet his language often shows how unclear speech can mislead and divide. When he attacks movements that fight racism, class bias, or ableism, it reminds me how vital diversity and fairness are in s

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Jun 15 2026HEALTH

Daytime Boost: Fixing Wake‑Up Woes with Sleep Coaching

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, or CBT‑I, is widely seen as the top choice for people who struggle to sleep well over long periods. Even though it is very good at helping patients fall asleep and stay asleep, most usual CBT‑I plans do not focus on the problems that show up during the day

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Jun 15 2026HEALTH

Finding the right treatment for psoriasis: Can blood tests make a difference?

Doctors often struggle to pick the best treatment for people with plaque psoriasis. This skin condition flares up when the body’s immune system attacks healthy skin cells. The challenge is that different patients respond differently to biologic drugs, which can slow down an overactive immune respons

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Jun 15 2026CRYPTO

When Crypto Dreamed of SpaceX Tokens

Crypto users got excited about a chance to buy SpaceX shares before the company went public, thanks to special tokens offered by some trading platforms. These tokens were supposed to act like real stock shares before trading started. Platforms like Binance, Bybit, and Bitget Wallet told users they c

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Jun 15 2026POLITICS

Trump’s UFC Showdown in DC: Power Play or Just a Birthday Bash?

Donald Trump turned 80 by throwing a high-profile UFC event on the White House lawn, turning federal property into a private fight stage. Amid rising inflation and an ongoing war with Iran, the event—dubbed "UFC Freedom 250" to tie into America’s upcoming 250th anniversary—has drawn criticism for bl

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Jun 15 2026SPORTS

Why DeMarvion Overshown could be the Cowboys' next big defensive star

DeMarvion Overshown has spent more time on the sidelines than on the field in his first three NFL seasons. The Dallas Cowboys linebacker has missed 32 out of 51 possible games due to two serious knee injuries, including a devastating setback in 2024 that tore his ACL, PCL, and MCL. Despite this, his

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Jun 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Fireworks, Drones and Fourth‑Day Fun in Charleston

Charleston’s Fourth of July buzzes with new lights. Instead of the usual fireworks, SC250 plans a night‑time drone ballet on June 27. The show will cover the harbor, sending hundreds of LED aircraft into a historic tale of the Revolution. The next day, after the RiverDogs face the Augusta Gree

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Jun 14 2026CRIME

A Fugitive’s Long‑Haul Capture Sparks Debate Over Bail Rules

Carl Cacconie, a 52‑year‑old man from California, was finally taken into custody in Scottsdale, Arizona after nearly ten months on the run. He had been found guilty of six counts of sexual offenses involving minors under 14, but was released on a $1 million bail bond while awaiting sentencing. The j

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Jun 14 2026ENTERTAINMENT

A Fresh Play for Sports Fans in France

Disney+ just added France's top sports channel to its lineup, giving subscribers a big reason to cheer. L’Équipe isn't just any channel—it's the go-to spot for French sports fans, known for covering everything from car races to ping-pong. While Netflix and other streamers focus on shows and movies,

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