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May 20 2026SCIENCE

NASA Wants More Small, Cheap Space Trips

NASA’s budget for science is about the same as it was two decades ago, even after a government push to cut spending. The agency’s new administrator focuses on human missions to the Moon and plans to replace a planned lunar space station with a surface base. He also wants a nuclear‑powered probe for

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Reads That Will Change Your Thinking

The new season is a chance to dive into books that push us beyond the ordinary. One story follows an author who grew up by a lake, faced bullying, and found his voice in ecology and poetry. He believes the planet is a living text that everyone can read if they look closely. Another book tells

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May 20 2026CELEBRITIES

Living With ALS: A Timeline of Famous Voices

ALS, or Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a relentless nerve condition that steals muscle control over time. The story of public figures who have faced it begins with the legendary baseball player Lou Gehrig in 1939 and stretches to recent actors, musicians, and athletes who have spoken out. \ Each name b

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May 20 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Padel’s New Celebrity Wave Hits Marbella

The latest padel event is turning heads far beyond the court. In 2026, a star‑filled tournament moved from Miami to Marbella, drawing athletes and entertainers alike. This competition is more than a game; it mixes top‑level play with lavish parties and shows. Since its launch in 2023, the seri

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May 20 2026SCIENCE

Building a Whole New Yeast: The Power of Synthetic Chromosomes

Scientists have turned the humble yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, into a laboratory playground for big‑scale genetic tinkering. For years, yeast has been a favorite model organism because its genes can be easily changed and studied. Now researchers are moving beyond simple edits to rewrite entire

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Governor Loses School Board Seats in New Law

The state legislature passed a new bill that removes the governor’s right to sit on any of North Carolina’s school boards. This change means the governor will no longer have a direct say in education decisions at the local level. The move was approved after a debate that highlighted concerns about t

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May 20 2026POLITICS

China Cuts Food Tariffs for U. S. , Still No Clear Plan

China has announced that it will lower duties on American food items as part of a larger trade agreement, but the details are still fuzzy. The decision came after President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met in Beijing last week, during which the U. S. said China would buy $17 billion of

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Poland Troop Move Delayed, Not Pulled

Vice President J. D. Vance told reporters that a planned U. S. troop transfer to Poland has been postponed, but clarified the United States is not removing all its forces from Europe. He emphasized a desire for European allies to assume greater responsibility in their own defense. Vance explained th

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May 20 2026CRIME

U. S. Opens New Probe Into Former Venezuelan Leader

The United States is starting a second criminal investigation into former Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro, which could lead to more charges against him. A U. S. Justice Department employee and another insider said the probe is being handled by the Miami office of the U. S. Attorney’s Office and

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May 20 2026POLITICS

Republican Runoff Sets Stage for Senate Showdown in Georgia

A hard‑edge Republican congressman and a former college football coach have both moved on to the next round of Georgia’s U. S. Senate primary, extending a chaotic battle inside the party. The two leaders are now set to face each other in a runoff on June 16, pushing the race toward its final showdow

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