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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Health, Roads and Politics: A Quick Look

People who have long‑term illnesses need steady care. When they lose insurance or change jobs, their health can worsen quickly. A study from OHSU shows that missing regular check‑ups or medicines hurts those with diabetes and other chronic conditions. Because insurance plans change every ye

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Jun 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Europe Turns Away From U. S. Tech

Europe is slowly swapping popular American tools for locally made options, starting with France’s shift from Zoom and Microsoft Teams to domestic software. Other nations are following the lead, eager to reduce reliance on U. S. platforms. SpaceX’s recent filing with U. S. regulators unveiled a siza

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Jun 08 2026HEALTH

How Fun Exercise Helps Older People Stay Strong

Older adults often lose muscle power and the ability to move well. These losses can lead to many health problems, but scientists are still figuring out how everyday fun activities affect different parts of fitness. A new study looked at people who live in the community and are not in hospitals or

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Jun 08 2026FINANCE

Morgan Stanley and Galaxy: A New Way to Use Bitcoin in Banking

Morgan Stanley told its wealth‑management clients that they can now lend Bitcoin, Ethereum or Solana to Galaxy Digital and receive shares of spot crypto exchange‑traded products in return. The deal lets clients keep their coins while the bank can use them as marginable collateral, thanks to recent S

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

US Blocks Iran’s Biggest Crypto Exchange Over Military Ties

The US government just put sanctions on Nobitex, Iran’s top crypto exchange, saying it helped Iran’s military move money around. Officials claim the platform processed transactions for a banned military group called the IRGC-Quds Force, letting them dodge international restrictions. Under these new

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Why Utah’s Defense Work Matters More Than You Think

Utah might not be the first place that comes to mind when people picture America’s military strength. Yet behind the scenes, the state quietly powers a big chunk of the nation’s defense. Over 14, 000 workers in Utah alone are tied to the Sentinel missile program, a project meant to upgrade outdated

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Jun 08 2026POLITICS

China and North Korea: A Visit with Big Global Implications

China’s President Xi Jinping is heading to North Korea this week for talks with Kim Jong Un, marking his first visit in seven years. According to North Korea’s official newspaper, Xi plans to strengthen ties between the two countries and push back against what he calls "hegemony" and military threat

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Jun 07 2026POLITICS

Can Dallas Stay Ahead of the Competition?

Dallas faces a new challenge: major businesses and sports teams are moving to nearby cities, raising doubts about the city’s future. The mayor says the “knives are out” for Dallas, and the city is scrambling to keep its edge. Some council members worry that the city’s leadership is too busy fight

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Jun 07 2026HEALTH

Living Life with Mental Health: What Really Helps

People with mental health challenges often struggle to keep up with everyday tasks. Many services focus mainly on stopping symptoms, but that isn’t enough to let them thrive in their daily routines. Researchers used a Delphi method—a structured discussion with experts—to find out which ideas work

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Jun 07 2026SPORTS

How NBA stars use local events to help kids chase their dreams

Moses Moody grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, watching how meeting athletes shaped his own path. At just nine years old, he stood outside a school gym with a football, hoping to meet NFL player Michael Vick after a free clinic. Waiting in line for an autograph became one of his clearest childhood me

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