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May 18 2026POLITICS

Russia’s Drone Hunt: A Week of Sky Battles Over Europe

Last week, Russia’s air defenses worked overtime to shoot down over 3, 000 Ukrainian drones. The numbers came from official reports, showing the biggest clashes happened on May 13 and May 17, with 572 and 1, 054 drones taken out each day. Most of these battles took place over western Russia, where t

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May 18 2026HEALTH

New Ebola cases trigger global health alert in Central Africa

Health experts are sounding alarms over fresh Ebola cases in two African nations, pushing the World Health Organization to raise an international alert. The outbreak centers on regions in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo, where suspected infections have raised concerns. In Congo’s Ituri p

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May 18 2026HEALTH

How the U. S. is stepping up to fight Ebola in Africa

Health officials in the U. S. are ramping up efforts to contain the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa after international health authorities raised alarms. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is sending more experts to Congo and Uganda to help track cases and stop the virus from spreading

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May 18 2026HEALTH

When should women start mammograms? The confusing rules explained

Doctors don't agree on when women should start regular mammograms. Some say 40, others say 45 or 50. Even the frequency is debated—yearly or every two years? This confusion comes from guidelines that focus on women with average risk, not considering that breast cancer isn’t just one disease. About

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May 18 2026HEALTH

Understanding postpartum depression: More than just hormonal shifts

New moms often face tough emotional challenges after giving birth, with around 10 to 15% experiencing postpartum depression (PPD). For years, experts pointed to sudden drops in hormones like estrogen and progesterone as the main cause. But recent research shows it’s not that simple. Hormonal changes

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May 18 2026EDUCATION

Kids lead fun museum tours with their own words

The Albuquerque museum dedicated to nuclear history took an unexpected turn when third graders became the guides. Their voices now explain exhibits instead of adults, making complex topics feel familiar. This project turns science into something kids can relate to, blending learning with creativity.

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May 18 2026EDUCATION

Discovering Life in New Mexico's Hidden Desert Gem

Just outside Las Cruces lies a quiet escape where the city’s noise fades into the whisper of dry wind through creosote bushes. The Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park stretches across 935 acres, offering trails that wind past shaded rest spots and an outdoor theater that hosts everything from school plays

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May 18 2026BUSINESS

Glass or Plastic? Why More Brands Are Swapping Containers

A quiet revolution is happening on store shelves. Premium brands are ditching plastic in favor of glass, not just to save the planet—but to sell more stuff. Data shows that 89% of high-end companies plan to make the switch by 2026. Why? Because glass screams “this is special” far louder than any lab

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May 18 2026POLITICS

Global Money Talks: Can the G7 Fix What’s Broken?

Leaders from seven major economies meet in Paris this week to talk about why global money isn’t flowing fairly. The two-day chat starts after a flashy meeting between the U. S. and China wrapped up with more handshakes than real deals. Trade fights and raw material grabber are still stealing the sho

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May 18 2026SPORTS

How the Golden State Warriors plan to rebuild around Steph Curry

The Golden State Warriors just made their first big move by keeping Steve Kerr as coach for another year. Now, the real work begins. The team faces a tricky balancing act this offseason. Steph Curry’s contract is up soon, and he wants a longer deal to keep playing for the Warriors. But at 38, he’s t

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