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Jun 08 2026CRIME

Health Workers in Congo Face Hardships Amid Ebola Fight

In the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a group of nurses and doctors is standing against the relentless spread of Ebola. Their days are long, their wages thin, and their rest is scarce. The outbreak began in the eastern provinces, where communities are still learning to live with the v

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Jun 08 2026FINANCE

Stock Picks: Two Tech Firms Face Different Expectations

Investors often rely on expert opinions to guide their choices. Two tech companies, C3ai and Plexus, recently received mixed reviews from analysts. C3ai, a company working on artificial intelligence software, saw its stock value drop to $10. 43 last Friday. Most experts suggest selling, with an aver

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Jun 08 2026CRIME

How Police Lineups Actually Work: When Eyewitness Confidence Really Matters

Speed and certainty aren’t just for sports—they seem to play a role in police lineups too. A pair of studies looked into how well eyewitnesses can pick out suspects in person shortly after a crime. While most research uses photos instead of real people, these studies focused on actual showups where

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Will House Democrats push for Trump investigations if they win control?

If Democrats take over the House, they plan to dig into actions taken by Trump’s administration. This isn’t just about pointing fingers—it’s about following through on oversight duties Congress has avoided for over a year. Rep. Jared Huffman says investigations won’t wait, even if Trump leaves offic

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Jun 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

How road signs change the way drivers merge at construction zones

Work zones on highways slow down traffic but also force drivers to merge suddenly. Signs like flashing speed limits or digital message boards try to guide this process. A new look at real driving data from cameras and weather reports shows how these signs actually affect the choices drivers make. R

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Is a housing boss really the best pick for top spy job?

A sudden leadership shuffle at America’s intelligence agencies has thrown a wrench into a critical surveillance law that Congress must update by the end of the week. The twist? The temporary replacement for the outgoing intelligence chief has no background in national security. Bill Pulte, currently

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Jun 08 2026CELEBRITIES

Iggy Azalea’s snarky take on a wild jet ski moment in Monaco

Video footage of Travis Scott and his friends riding jet skis in Monaco recently got people talking, but one rapper’s reaction took the jokes to another level. Iggy Azalea shared her thoughts on social media with a sharp, sarcastic remark that singled out one guy in the group. She didn’t hold back,

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

New Rules Could Change How Aurora Handles Campaign Money

Aurora is about to make a big decision on how money flows into local politics. Next week, city leaders will vote on a set of rules meant to limit donations from people and businesses that work with the city. The idea is simple: if a company has a contract with Aurora, its owners shouldn’t be able to

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Jun 08 2026HEALTH

Why do smokers and non-smokers focus differently on images?

Research shows people react differently to visual cues based on their habits. A study compared smokers and non-smokers by tracking how they moved a computer mouse toward images on a screen. The images were unrelated to smoking, pleasant, unpleasant, or cigarette-related. The goal was to see if smoke

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Jun 07 2026EDUCATION

Kids and Screens: Balancing Tech in School

The Williamsburg‑James City County school district is tightening its focus on how students use technology at school. The goal is to keep tech helpful while preventing misuse and fatigue. During a recent board meeting, the superintendent highlighted new steps. One is a plan to teach kids about scree

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