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May 17 2026POLITICS

Hollywood’s Job Crisis Hits the Mayor’s Debate

Los Angeles city council member Nithya Raman walks through a silent film set, telling voters that the city’s once‑busy studios have shrunk since 2018. She says her own family ties to the industry make the issue personal, and she vows to keep Los Angeles as a global filming hub. The production slu

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Kids Get a Calm MRI Experience After the Hype Fades

A new setting for children’s MRIs was created to make the scan less scary. The room has cartoon characters, a game app that kids can use, and a lounge where they can play with a toy scanner. A group of radiographers who received special training for working with children runs the program. The ide

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May 17 2026ENVIRONMENT

New Tools Fight Desert Spread in China’s Farmlands

China has started fresh projects to stop farmland from turning into desert, especially in the western province of Xinjiang. Scientists at the local ecology institute are trying new ways to hold back sand, reduce wind damage and tackle salty soils that threaten crops. These experiments are part of a

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May 16 2026OPINION

Scientists, Politics and Food: A Mixed‑Bag Review

The article starts by pointing out that chasing endless economic growth is not a solution for the planet’s limits. A United Nations report, led by António Guterres, calls for new measures that look beyond GDP. It suggests 31 indicators—many tied to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals—to capture h

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May 16 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars Share Baby News on the Cannes Red Carpet

The Cannes Film Festival, known for its film premieres and fashion spectacles, has also become a venue where several celebrities have announced their pregnancies. The event’s glamorous setting offers a perfect backdrop for such personal revelations, drawing attention from fans and media alike. One

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May 16 2026ENVIRONMENT

Wildfire Threats Near Canyon, Evacuations Ordered

A big wildfire is moving fast in Randall County. The blaze could reach places like Canyon, Umbarger, Happy and Palo Duro Canyon. Firefighters say it is moving east‑northeast at 3 to 5 mph. Emergency officials asked people near Cemetery Road, Circle J Road and the River Falls Airport to leave. They

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May 16 2026HEALTH

Digital Support Helps Teens Overcome PTSD in Living Homes

The challenge of moving therapy out of the clinic into everyday life is real for people with PTSD. When treatment ends, many find it hard to keep using the skills they learned. A new idea is trying to fix that gap by adding a digital app called Radius Grow into the daily routine of a psychiatric

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May 16 2026POLITICS

World Cup Debate: Congresswoman Supports Iran’s Inclusion

The 2026 World Cup will host teams from every corner of the globe, and a key U. S. politician has spoken up for one that some countries want to keep out. Pramila Jayapal, who represents a district that covers Seattle—one of the cities set to host matches—stated that Iran should be allowed to comp

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May 16 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Big concerts pop up at the World Cup to raise cash for schools

This summer’s World Cup is mixing sports with music to pull in cash for education. One group has booked a huge stage during halftime that would normally be empty. They’ve convinced pop stars like Madonna, Shakira and global group BTS to perform — something rarely seen at soccer matches. The plan is

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Cleveland’s Comeback: A Tough Fight on the Road

The Cavaliers faced a tough road test in Detroit, winning 117‑113 in overtime and taking a 3‑2 edge in the series. A bright red mark on Evan Mobley’s left face showed how hard the game was, but it didn’t stop him from scoring crucial points. Cleveland had a perfect home record this postseason but

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