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May 09 2026BUSINESS

Sweet Goodbyes: A Napa Valley Chocolate Maker Closes Shop

For fifteen years, Kollar Chocolates has been a well-known spot in Yountville, a small town in California’s wine country. The shop is now shutting down, but not before they sell off every last piece of chocolate. The owner, Chris Kollar, made the announcement on April 28, sharing the news on social

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May 09 2026LIFESTYLE

A fresh spot in Searsport: sandwiches by day, drinks by night

After months of searching, one woman turned a closed café into a space that feels both classic and modern. The converted Coastal Cafe now hosts Scullery Made, a place where giant sandwiches rule the morning and cocktails take over after four. The owner, who grew up in restaurants, chose Searsport fo

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May 08 2026POLITICS

Swiss Vote: Population Cap Sparks Hot Debate

A recent poll shows Swiss citizens are split 47‑to‑47 on a plan to limit the country’s population to 10 million by 2050. The proposal, backed by the right‑wing Swiss People’s Party, also calls for ending Switzerland’s free movement agreement with the European Union. The government opposes it, warnin

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May 08 2026SCIENCE

A Leader in Brain Research Steps Down

The world of brain science is losing one of its brightest leaders. After years of guiding a key journal, Professor Tara Spires-Jones is handing over the reins. Her work helped shape how we share new discoveries in brain research. But why does this role even matter? Journals like this one act as bri

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May 08 2026EDUCATION

Finding time for free play in school

Schools often focus on structured lessons, but a new study suggests something simple might help kids more: free play. Researchers looked at 125 elementary students in a high-poverty area. The kids were split into groups that got 12 weeks of 45-minute free play sessions either in fall or spring. The

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May 08 2026LIFESTYLE

What Does Being Rich Really Look Like?

A husband-and-wife team once decided that real wealth doesn’t show up in bank statements. After launching a clothing brand, they quickly turned that belief into a brand worth millions. Their products—hoodies, hats, and similar items—are just the surface. The deeper message is about noticing what peo

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Germany Urges EU to Act Faster Than the US and China

The European Union must speed up its decisions to keep pace with global powers, Germany’s foreign minister said. He highlighted that the EU moves too slowly in a world where politics change fast. Berlin wants to push for quicker choices. This means allowing smaller groups of countries to co

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May 07 2026BUSINESS

Why AI leaders need brain skills more than just emotional skills

Leaders climbing the corporate ladder often focus on hard skills early on. But as they reach higher positions, their job shifts toward managing people—especially emotions. Many companies push emotional intelligence (EQ) training to help with this. Yet this approach misses two big problems. First, ma

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May 07 2026HEALTH

Health scares for a figure from 9/11: what comes next?

Rudy Giuliani spent the last few days in a hospital bed instead of on a stage or in a courtroom. At 81, his doctors confirmed he had faced a serious lung infection and needed close monitoring. Now stabilized, he moves from intensive care to a regular ward but remains under supervision. His team simp

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May 07 2026POLITICS

Russia Returns to Venice Art Show: Why Some Say It’s About Art, Not Politics

The Venice Biennale, a famous art festival, has let Russia set up its exhibit again after skipping two years. This move has caused a big debate. Some say art should stay separate from politics. Others argue that allowing Russia back sends the wrong message. The festival’s leader says art should bri

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