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May 09 2026ENVIRONMENT

Trace metals in water: why some algae struggle more than others

Algae act like the grass of underwater worlds, turning sunlight into food for fish and other creatures. But tiny amounts of metals in water can harm them. A new study looked at how different algae types react to these metals. Researchers found that diatoms—algae with silica shells—are easily damage

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May 09 2026BUSINESS

Prime Video’s Big Play for Ads and Sports

Streaming services usually fight over shows and movies, but Amazon’s Prime Video is playing a different game—one where live sports and ads score big points. The platform recently revealed it made over $17 billion from ads in just three months, beating traditional media giants like Warner Bros. and P

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May 09 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Filmmaker from Toronto lands new management after award-winning debut

A Toronto director has just signed with a major agency after her first movie impressed critics and audiences alike. The film, which blends personal memories with creative storytelling, follows an eight-year-old girl whose family moves from Hungary to Canada. Things take a difficult turn when her old

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May 09 2026TECHNOLOGY

Apple tightens education discounts with new rules

Apple just made it harder to get discounts on its devices. The tech giant used to trust customers to say they were students, teachers, or parents when buying from its education store. Now, you have to prove it. This change started in 2022 but has spread to more countries, including the U. S. , Austr

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May 08 2026FINANCE

Malaysian Bonds See Record Foreign Interest as Global Markets Shift

Foreign central banks and sovereign wealth funds have stepped up their purchases of Malaysian government bonds, pushing the country’s share of international holdings to a new peak. As of March, these institutions own 36 % of Malaysia’s outstanding notes, the highest percentage recorded since data c

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May 08 2026HEALTH

Daily Wellness Made Easy: A Closer Look at the New Gummy Trend

The new gummy supplement that has been buzzing on social media promises to help people manage their weight and energy. It mixes apple cider vinegar (ACV) with three types of BHB salts – calcium, magnesium and sodium. These ingredients are sold in a single chewy piece that you can take every mornin

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Behind the Screen: How South Korea's Global Wave Started

South Korea wasn’t always the giant it is today when it comes to pop culture. Decades ago, its music, movies, food, and even beauty trends barely left the country’s borders. Today, K-pop albums top charts worldwide, Korean dramas stream in millions of homes, and Korean skincare routines have become

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Star Wars: Older Movies Still Win Fans’ Hearts

The original Star Wars films keep pulling in the biggest crowds even today. Numbers from streaming services show the top watched movies are still the ones from the 1970s and 1980s. The newest additions to the series barely show up on the same charts. This isn’t just about one week or one country—it’

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May 08 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Hidden Power Behind Small-Budget Cinema Hits

A few years back, a quiet film about an unusual love story surprised everyone. Nobody expected much from it, but it won a top prize in Switzerland. The person behind it didn’t care about flashy blockbusters. Instead, they focused on films that felt real and risky. This person runs a company that doe

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May 08 2026FINANCE

Companies can\'t ignore AI anymore, or they\'ll struggle to keep up

Every business today needs AI, whether they like it or not. That’s not just a bold claim but a warning from a top investor. While people often think AI is only for tech startups, this investor argues that even traditional companies must adapt or get left behind. The shift isn’t just about buildi

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