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May 29 2026SCIENCE

Unseen bugs in NYC: Can scientists find new species in the city?

New York City is packed with people, buildings, and noise. But beneath that concrete jungle, tiny creatures are hiding in plain sight. Scientists think the city might be home to hundreds or even thousands of unknown insect species. Not giant animals like pigeons or squirrels—but small flies, wasps,

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May 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Do we really pick what we prefer?

A study watched how 608 adults unwind. Most said hands-on fun beat screen time. Yet when left to choose, many still grabbed their phones instead. The twist? It wasn’t about time or money. It was about how tough people assumed each option would feel. Researchers scored three things: outdoor activiti

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May 29 2026SPORTS

Understanding the Heat Rules at the French Open

This year’s French Open has faced some serious heat, with temperatures hitting 32°C (90°F) for five straight days. Yet, the tournament’s strict heat policy hasn’t kicked in. That’s because the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT)—a measure that combines heat, humidity, and sunlight—hasn’t hit the requi

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May 29 2026HEALTH

Understanding how strengths-based care works for older ethnic minority adults in the UK

Older adults from black and minority ethnic backgrounds often face a care system built on identifying problems rather than opportunities. Most research looks at what these groups lack instead of what they bring to their own lives. This gap matters because people from different cultural backgrounds m

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May 29 2026CRYPTO

Bitcoin\'s wild rides push investors toward safer bets

Bitcoin\'s price swings have scared away over a billion dollars from simple spot ETFs recently, but some clever financial products are proving surprisingly popular. These aren\'t your typical crypto investments – instead of betting everything on Bitcoin\'s next move, they offer protection when the m

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May 29 2026LIFESTYLE

Best ways to keep kids busy and energized this summer

Summer has kicked off, and parents everywhere are scrambling for fresh ideas to keep their kids moving, munching, and learning. One go-to source suggests mixing playtime, snacks, and stories into a simple three-part plan. But is this really the only way to make the season count—or just one polished

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May 29 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Moriarty shifts from shadow to spotlight in a crime series twist

A new crime drama is flipping the script by putting the classic villain at the center of the story. Instead of playing second fiddle to Sherlock Holmes, Professor Moriarty steps into the lead role as a complex character with a double life. The show’s creators are building a world where this criminal

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May 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

New Crime Show Coming from the Author of Harry Bosch

The popular crime novelist who brought us Harry Bosch is set to make a new appearance on television. His latest book, Nightshade, published in 2024, is being turned into a TV series for HBO Max. The adaptation is headed by writer and producer David E. Kelley, known for shows like The Practice

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May 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Chiefs Star Wins Emmy for Football Docuseries

Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, has added a new trophy to his collection. He earned a Sports Emmy Award for being an executive producer of the Netflix series “Quarterback. ” The show, made with NFL Films and Omaha Productions, follows the lives of professional quarterbacks from

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May 28 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Stars Take the Ice: A New Docu‑Series About Vancouver’s Junior Hockey

Michael Bublé, the hit‑making singer from Burnaby, and Drew Scott, known for his home‑renovation shows, have joined forces to launch a six‑episode docu‑series on Prime Video. The series focuses on the Vancouver Giants, a junior hockey team in which both men hold ownership shares. The show follows t

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