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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Georgia's Democratic governor race: Quiet primary, big stakes ahead

This year’s race for Georgia’s next governor on the Democratic side feels more like a marathon with no clear front runner rather than the high-energy showdown four years ago when Stacey Abrams nearly broke fundraising records. With the primary just weeks away, Democratic candidates are scrambling fo

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Apr 18 2026POLITICS

Republican Candidates for Oregon Governor Focus on State Issues in Pre-Primary Debate

Four Oregon Republicans faced off in a debate last month, each pushing their vision for the state’s future. The event in Hillsboro brought together candidates with different backgrounds—including business owners, a former athlete, and lawmakers. To join the discussion, hopefuls needed support from a

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Apr 17 2026POLITICS

Georgia Governor Race: Money, Names and New Faces

The 2026 Georgia governor contest feels very different from the high‑energy battle four years ago. While Democrats now appear less focused and have spent only about $1. 2 million, Republicans have poured nearly $100 million into ads. The stakes are high because Georgia has not elected a Democratic g

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Apr 15 2026POLITICS

Waltz Raises Questions About Bachelet’s Future UN Role

Mike Waltz, the U. S. representative to the United Nations, made headlines on Wednesday when he echoed a senator’s doubts about former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet’s suitability for the top UN post. The comments came during a Senate committee hearing where Senator Pete Ricketts criticized Bac

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Understanding Why Kids Hurt Themselves

Recent research has taken a close look at why young people sometimes harm themselves without intending to die. The study pulls together findings from many different countries to spot patterns and risks that may lead to this behavior. By spotting these warning signs, doctors and teachers can step in

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Apr 15 2026HEALTH

Sipping Green Tea: Small Habit, Big Health Perks?

Green tea often gets called a ''superdrink'' but what’s really behind the hype? Most people know it’s packed with antioxidants, but why does that actually matter? The drink’s power comes from compounds like EGCG, a type of polyphenol that fights cell damage linked to aging. Research connects green t

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Apr 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Big Tech wants to turn Florida green into grey

Florida is famous for its sunshine, not its server farms. Yet the same companies pushing AI are eyeing swamps and pastures to build power-hungry computer palaces. These places need as much water as a small town every day just to keep the machines from melting. Right now the state’s energy grid can b

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Apr 13 2026HEALTH

Fruit Power: Tiny Protein Boosts in Everyday Snacks

The latest food advice points out that some fruits, usually not thought of as protein sources, can help fill the daily gap for many people. This idea comes from a new set of U. S. nutrition rules that came out in early 2026, urging people to eat more fruits, veggies and whole grains while cutting ba

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Apr 13 2026CRYPTO

Crypto Trading Sites Can Skip Broker Rules, Says SEC

The U. S. Securities and Exchange Commission has given new guidance that lets some crypto trading apps avoid the usual broker‑dealer registration. The rule only applies to “user interfaces” that help people send orders with self‑custodial wallets, not to firms that actually trade or advise. To quali

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Apr 13 2026POLITICS

Peru’s Election: A Messy Race for a Nation on Edge

Peru’s next president will be chosen on Sunday, but voters are heading to the polls with little enthusiasm. Thirty-plus candidates are running, none close to the 50% needed to win outright, so a runoff on June 7 seems almost certain. Behind the crowded field lies years of political chaos—eight presi

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