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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Russia talks peace but keeps pushing forward

Russian President Vladimir Putin recently spoke to news editors in St. Petersburg, making a few surprising remarks about the war in Ukraine. He suggested that Russia could both keep fighting and still be open to a peace deal at the same time. "One doesn't rule out the other, " he said, explaining th

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Jun 05 2026SPORTS

What’s next for Jake Paul after his jaw injury?

Jake Paul’s boxing career took a serious hit last December when he fought Anthony Joshua, a former heavyweight champion. Most expected Paul to lose quickly, but he lasted until the sixth round—longer than 18 of Joshua’s past opponents. The catch? He left with a broken jaw, raising questions about hi

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Jun 05 2026HEALTH

Plastic chemicals: How everyday products could be hurting men’s health

Everyday plastics contain hidden chemicals that might quietly harm male health over time. A growing body of research now links one of these chemicals, DEHP, to lower testosterone levels in adult men. Unlike quick health scares, this issue unfolds slowly, making it harder to spot the connection betwe

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Jun 05 2026FINANCE

Why UnitedHealth’s Dividend Hike Might Surprise You

Health insurance isn’t cheap these days. Over the past three years, global healthcare costs have jumped sharply—10% in 2025, 9. 5% in 2024, and now predicted to rise another 10. 3% this year. Companies that provide health coverage feel the squeeze when costs go up, yet one giant in the field is doin

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Jun 05 2026SCIENCE

How heat-tough trout survive rising water temperatures

Rainbow trout usually prefer cool water, but some specially bred strains handle heat much better. Scientists put two groups through a month of increasing temperatures—from 57°F to 82°F—and watched how their bodies reacted. The heat-tolerant fish, picked from families known to handle warmth, kept the

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Jun 05 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Clouds and Art: A Walk Through Sanford Biggers' Mind

The sky near Sag Harbor often catches the eye of artist Sanford Biggers. Even when spring is still months away, he finds inspiration in the shifting clouds. For Biggers, these floating shapes aren’t just part of the landscape—they’re part of his art. He’s been studying them since his early days spra

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Jun 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

Can simple line drawings predict how we understand actions and places?

A team built a special collection of 70 basic line sketches showing common and unusual connections between actions and settings. Instead of photos or complex art, they used plain digital lines to keep things simple. For example, one drawing might show someone slicing bread on a kitchen counter, whil

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Jun 05 2026TECHNOLOGY

The downsides of AI for young creators

A 20-year-old filmmaker behind a viral horror project called "Backrooms" admits they feel no excitement about AI tools. They see them as more of a problem than progress. To this creator, AI doesn't bring fresh inspiration but feels like a shortcut that skips real creativity. It mirrors bigger issues

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Jun 05 2026BUSINESS

Summerville explores a new plan to mix drinks with downtown walks

Summerville’s leaders want to turn part of the historic downtown into a spot where adults 21 and older can carry open alcoholic drinks outdoors. The idea is to help local shops and cafés by giving visitors more reasons to wander the sidewalks. Similar zones exist in other cities, and the town hopes

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Jun 05 2026POLITICS

Summerville debates sipping rules for new downtown fun zone

Summerville might soon let adults stroll between bars and cafes with a cold drink in hand. The town is weighing a plan that could carve out a small stretch near Highway 17-A as an “open container” pocket. If approved, the zone would run from 10 a. m. until 10 p. m. every day, giving visitors one mor

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