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May 18 2026FINANCE

What to watch in markets this week beyond the usual headlines

This week isn’t packed with blockbuster events, but a few key reports could shift how investors see big tech and the broader economy. Nvidia’s results on Wednesday will likely steal the spotlight, as the company’s massive lead in AI chips makes it a test case for whether sky-high AI investments are

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May 18 2026CELEBRITIES

Jessica Alba shows off fitness routine after hitting the gym

At 45, Jessica Alba is still breaking a sweat and sharing the results. The actress and entrepreneur posted a gym selfie right after a tough workout, looking tired but proud. She wore her usual gym gear – a gray sports bra with white trim and matching leggings – and stood against a simple backdrop. H

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May 18 2026OPINION

South Africa’s straying from its heroic past

South Africa used to be the world’s textbook example of fighting injustice. Today, it’s watching itself struggle with waves of hate aimed at people from elsewhere on the continent. Shops smashed, families hiding, and whole neighborhoods living in fear—all because some locals are blaming outsiders fo

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May 18 2026OPINION

Lessons in faith from stepping into unknown churches

Many people avoid unfamiliar places of worship without really knowing why. One person shared how, as a young teen, they refused an invitation to visit a church just because they had never set foot inside before. At the time, stepping into that space felt like crossing an invisible line. Years later,

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May 18 2026ENTERTAINMENT

The Faces That Fool: How One Game Changed What We Think We See

Fifteen years back, a game came out that didn’t blow things up—it blew minds instead. It trained players to spot lies in small twitches, not big bangs. Instead of racing cars or shooting aliens, the game asked them to read faces. To do this, actors spent days in a room packed with 32 cameras. Every

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May 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

How AI is changing the cleanup game for polluted sites

Cleaning up polluted land isn’t just about digging and dumping. It’s about understanding what’s happening underground and making smart choices fast. For years, experts have relied on site models—basically educated guesses—to decide how to remove harmful vapors from soil and groundwater. These models

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May 18 2026BUSINESS

Greece turns energy deals into a new kind of power play

Greece is making a bold move under U. S. influence. It’s not just about drilling for gas—it’s about rewiring Europe’s energy map. The country is teaming up with American firms like Chevron and ExxonMobil to explore deep-sea gas reserves near its islands. After decades of hesitation, Greece is finall

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May 18 2026SCIENCE

Turning farming scraps into useful products in Indonesia

Indonesia throws away huge amounts of plant waste from farms every year. Instead of burning this waste or letting it rot, experts think it could be turned into something useful. Most research in the country focuses on burning the waste for fuel, which is low down on the recycling ladder. Very little

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May 18 2026POLITICS

Peru's Election Body Faces Challenges Before June Vote

Peru’s top voting officials admit they messed up the first round of the presidential race. The April 12 elections ran late after many polling stations opened late, especially in Lima. This delay sparked accusations of cheating from a candidate who came in third. Now, with the runoff set for June 7,

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May 18 2026POLITICS

Russia and China’s Deepening Bond Beyond Just Energy

Russia and China’s relationship keeps growing in ways that go far beyond oil and trade. Officials in Moscow highlight education and technology as key parts of their partnership. This goes against the idea that the two countries only work together because of pressure from the West. Their cooperation

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