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May 23 2026FINANCE

Senator’s Crypto Bill Support Raises Questions About Conflicts

A Pennsylvania senator recently backed a bill designed to bring clearer rules to the cryptocurrency market. The proposal aims to help digital assets like Bitcoin operate under better-defined regulations. But his support has sparked debate because he also holds a major stake in a company that would l

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May 23 2026BUSINESS

A Local Plumbing Company Shuts Down After Decades in Business

Just a few miles from Des Moines, a family-run plumbing business that operated for over three decades has closed its doors for good. The company, which once employed 47 people, shut down on May 1, according to official notices filed with the state. Its last known location was in Clive, a suburb that

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Brazil election sees power shift after bank scandal shakes Bolsonaro's camp

Recent polls suggest Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has gained momentum in the presidential race, now leading opposition Senator Flavio Bolsonaro 47% to 43% in a potential runoff. The shift comes after allegations that Flavio may have secured a $24 million investment from the owner of

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Ukraine pushes for stronger diplomacy with U. S. support

President Volodymyr Zelenskiy recently highlighted the need to speed up peace talks to end the war in Ukraine. Speaking in a late-night video message, he emphasized that fresh ideas from Washington could help shape how these discussions move forward. Earlier that day, he joined a virtual meeting wit

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May 23 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Late-Night Comedy Faces New Pressure from Political Leaders

Lately, late-night TV has become a battleground where comedy and politics clash more often than before. One longtime host left the show after a long run, just as the network settled a big lawsuit with a former president who wasn’t shy about sharing his thoughts. Some say the timing was just bad luck

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Behind the Diplomatic Moves Between the U. S. and Taiwan

So far, neither Washington nor Taipei has finalized any official phone call between their leaders. That’s what four sources familiar with the discussions say after U. S. President Donald Trump hinted recently that he might speak with Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te soon. If it happens, it would be

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May 23 2026HEALTH

Door Knocking Fights Fake News in Congo Ebola Fight

Teams walk Congo streets daily, but not to sell anything. They knock on doors to clear up dangerous myths about Ebola. The effort focuses on Mongbwalu, a town caught in the middle of the outbreak. Health workers explain simple safety steps and when to reach out for help. Some locals listen and chang

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Late-night TV gets a shake-up as one host exits

Stephen Colbert wrapped up his run on CBS recently, leaving a gap in late-night television. Donald Trump responded on Truth Social with a post that called Colbert talentless and claimed the show had no viewers. But that claim doesn't match reality. Colbert’s program was actually the top-rated late-n

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May 23 2026POLITICS

Polish Official’s U. S. Visa Sparks Questions Over Diplomatic Ties

A visa issued to a former Polish minister wanted for serious financial crimes has raised concerns about how U. S. immigration rules might be bending under political pressure. Two leading House Democrats recently called for Secretary of State Marco Rubio to explain why his deputy, Christopher Landau,

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May 23 2026WEATHER

Coastal cool-down rolls in before summer kicks off

The Bay Area is trading its recent warm, dry spell for a cooler pattern just in time for Memorial Day. A shift in the atmosphere is pushing in cooler air from the Pacific, bringing back the familiar gray skies and ocean breezes. Instead of high pressure keeping things toasty, a low-pressure system i

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