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May 04 2026FINANCE

PayPal’s Rough Patch and Why Some Still Believe in Its Comeback

PayPal’s journey hasn’t been smooth lately. After hitting its peak in 2021, the company’s stock has struggled, dropping 15% in 2026 alone. Even over the past year, it’s down nearly 23%. The slowdown isn’t sudden—it’s been building for a while, with revenue growth stalling at just 4% last year and ca

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May 04 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Hair Battles Fashion: Big Stars Ignore Dresses at Met Gala

Every year when the Met Gala rolls into May, one question pops into mind: why do celebrities sometimes care more about their hair than their designer gowns? While fashion critics spend hours analyzing clothes, the real drama happens above the shoulders. Some stars treat their locks like a quick-chan

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May 03 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Case Brings Former Partner Into Spotlight

A lawsuit in New York federal court claims that Ben Pasternak and two of his crypto projects ran a misleading token scheme linked to the Believe platform. The complaint says the operation produced over $6 billion in trading volume while Pasternak and his companies earned millions in fees before the

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May 03 2026OPINION

Hungary’s New Leader Puts Ukraine and NATO on a Better Track

The recent election in Hungary saw the long‑time Prime Minister Viktor Orban lose his seat by a large margin, changing the country’s political landscape. His departure means Hungary will no longer block European efforts to support Ukraine, a shift that could open more paths for aid and military coop

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May 03 2026OPINION

Ibogaine: Hope, Hype and the Need for Careful Science

The buzz around ibogaine, a plant‑derived drug from West Africa, exploded when a U. S. president highlighted its promise at a White House event that celebrated psychedelic research. For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration has cleared a clinical trial to test the substance in people.

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May 03 2026POLITICS

Judges Get a Climate‑Science Showdown at Nashville

In the middle of a growing legal battle over climate damages, two very different programs are trying to shape how judges think about science. One group, linked to the fossil‑fuel industry and conservative free‑market advocates, is hosting a big symposium in Nashville. The other, called the Climate J

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May 03 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Future Worlds to Explore in Cyberpunk Manga

The world of cyberpunk feels like a playground for questions about technology, identity, and power. One classic that sparks the conversation is Masamune Shirow’s Ghost in the Shell, set in a buzzing city where cyber‑criminals and government agents clash. Its lead, Major Motoko Kusanagi, is a cyberne

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May 03 2026FINANCE

New CEO Faces Big Test at Berkshire’s Annual Shareholder Meeting

Greg Abel, 63, stepped onto the stage at Berkshire Hathaway’s first annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, after taking over as chief executive last January. He began by welcoming the company’s top leaders and introduced a banner that honored Warren Buffett, who had led the firm for 60 years. Buff

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May 03 2026POLITICS

College Campus Debate Sparks New Fire

The debate over the role of universities in shaping political views has grown louder after a recent shooting at a high‑profile dinner. The alleged shooter, Cole Allen, earned a master’s in computer science from Cal State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) and had previously studied mechanical engine

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May 03 2026SPORTS

Big Clash in Carson: Galaxy vs Whitecaps

The 2026 MLS season’s eleventh matchday brings a face‑to‑face between the LA Galaxy and the Vancouver Whitecaps at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. Both clubs belong to the Western Conference, but they sit at opposite ends of the table. Vancouver is second with 24 points from nin

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