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May 15 2026HEALTH

Hantavirus on a Cruise Ship: Lessons From the Pandemic

A luxury liner in the Atlantic recently faced an outbreak of the Andes strain of hantavirus, a rodent‑borne virus that has killed three people out of eleven cases linked to the ship. The incident sparked fear and reminded many of the chaos that surrounded COVID‑19, forcing health officials to rethin

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May 15 2026HEALTH

CT Scans May Replace Multiple Tests for Mitral Valve Issues

Recent research suggests that a single heart‑sweeping CT scan could replace several separate tests when doctors evaluate patients with leaking mitral valves. Instead of juggling echo, MRI and angiography, the CT scan can map the valve’s shape and detect any blockages in the heart’s arteries. T

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May 15 2026SPORTS

Planning your trip to the Foxborough World Cup? Parking and rides are your best bet

Local fans heading to the World Cup matches in Foxborough this summer might want to leave the bus stops and metro stations for visitors. The stadium’s operator is pushing cars as the top way for Massachusetts residents to reach Gillette Stadium—now dubbed Boston Stadium for the event. Jim Nolan, a t

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May 14 2026POLITICS

Kevin Warsh to Lead Fed as Inflation Rises

The U. S. Senate is set to confirm Kevin Warsh as the new chair of the Federal Reserve, a move that could shape how the central bank tackles rising prices. Warsh, a seasoned lawyer and financier, will take over from Jerome Powell, whose term as chair ends this week. Although Powell will remain on th

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May 14 2026CRIME

Brazil’s bold plan to rein in crime groups with cash and tech

Brazil’s government just rolled out a $2. 2 billion program to fight powerful gangs like Primeiro Comando da Capital and Comando Vermelho. The plan puts federal and local teams under one roof, aiming to cut crime financing, upgrade prisons, solve murders better, and lock down borders. It’s not just

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May 13 2026BUSINESS

Why AI’s Efficiency Makes Real Trust Even More Valuable

AI tools can now write emails, posts, and ads in seconds, making every brand sound polished. But when everything looks perfect, nothing stands out. People start to suspect they’re just seeing another bot behind the curtain. The brands that win aren’t the ones with the fastest typing fingers—they’re

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May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Lug is Teaming Up with Epic Universe—Here’s What Fans Can Expect

A popular bag brand just dropped a big tease about teaming up with Universal’s newest theme park. Lug, known for its playful and functional designs, shared a sneak peek on social media hinting at a fresh collection tied to Epic Universe. The announcement keeps things mysterious, with no clear list o

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May 12 2026HEALTH

The truth about fats, cancer, and who benefits from the confusion

A recent review claims saturated fats cause cancer, but it misses a big problem: most animal products today aren’t what they used to be. Supermarket meats, dairy, and eggs are loaded with pesticides, heavy metals, and hormones from industrial farming. Yet the study blames the fats themselves instead

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May 10 2026POLITICS

From Lost to Leader: A Return to the Roots

Moore stepped onto a familiar field at Valley Forge Military Academy, a place that once nudged him toward a path he later tried to leave. The campus is preparing to close its middle‑school program after nearly 100 years, but the college portion will stay open. He used this moment to speak about how

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May 10 2026CRIME

Cold‑Case Break: Texas Suspect Arrested After 40 Years

A breakthrough in a long‑cold Texas murder has led to the arrest of Bobby Charles Taylor Sr. , who is now 60 years old. Investigators used new DNA techniques to match evidence from the scene of a 1986 crime in Montgomery County. The victim, 16‑year‑old Deanna Ogg, was found dead on a logging r

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