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May 17 2026SCIENCE

Microbes in Groundwater: How Oil Pollution Changes Their World

The study looks at how oil spills alter the tiny life that lives in underground water and the soil around it. Scientists collected samples from a site where oil had leaked into the ground, taking both water and the rock‑filled layers that sit below it. They also gathered “clean” samples from a nearb

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May 17 2026LIFESTYLE

Top Georgia Towns for Active Seniors

Georgia has many spots where older adults can stay busy and healthy. One town near the mountains offers a lake and a historic downtown where walkers can enjoy simple Southern meals. Another community close to a lake invites seniors to fish or stroll along its shoreline, and also has an undergr

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May 17 2026TECHNOLOGY

Universal Remotes: Why They’re Fading Out

Logitech used to sell Harmony remote controls that let you manage a TV, receiver, soundbar and even a game console with one button set. The devices were large and chunky, but they cut down on the clutter of many little remotes. In 2021 Logitech decided to stop making new Harmony units. The company

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May 17 2026SPORTS

Jared McCain: From Sacramento Courts to the NBA Spotlight

Born on February 20, 2004, Jared McCain grew up in Sacramento where the city’s tough high‑school basketball scene helped shape his game. He is an American citizen, with parents who both hail from the United States, but he proudly acknowledges a mixed heritage that includes African‑American and white

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Cancer, Nutrition and Body Weakness: How Symptoms Connect

In people with cancer, losing weight, feeling weak and shrinking muscle are common problems that often happen together. Researchers wanted to see how these three issues—malnutrition, frailty and sarcopenia—are linked with clusters of symptoms that affect eating. They looked at many adults who

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May 17 2026SPORTS

A Quick Trade Move for Denver’s Backup RB

Denver has gone from almost no running‑back talent to having more players than spots. In the last two seasons, the Broncos struggled at the backfield but now have a surplus of options. Coach Jason La Canfora pointed out that Denver could sell their fourth‑year back, Jaleel McLaughlin, for a la

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May 17 2026SCIENCE

Uniform Tube‑in‑Tube Reactor Gives Even Mixing and Better Nanoparticles

A new type of ultrasonic reactor was built to solve problems that older models had. Older straight‑tube reactors produce uneven bubbles, poor mixing and hard‑to‑control heat. The new design places a small 2. 5 mm ring of cavitation between a heated inner tube and an outer glass shell that vibr

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May 17 2026BUSINESS

Secrets About Estate Plans You Should Share

People often keep their wills and trusts hidden, but this can cause big problems later. When a parent dies, children sometimes cannot find the documents they think exist. They may discover an unsigned will or a reference to a trust that is lost. The main reason for keeping a trust is to ski

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May 17 2026HEALTH

Health Insurance in Nepal: A Quick Look at Its Challenges

The national health insurance program started in 2016 with the aim of giving everyone access to medical care. The idea is to cover all citizens, but it still struggles to reach many people. Nepal has made some gains in letting people see doctors and get treatments, yet the numbers of those who sign

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May 17 2026SPORTS

Philipe Lins: The Underdog Challenge in MMA's Biggest Stage

Philipe Lins isn't your average fighter stepping into the cage this weekend. At 40 years old, he's about to face Francis Ngannou, a former heavyweight champion with a knockout power that's legendary in the sport. Lins knows this fight is a mountain to climb, but he's always played the role of the sc

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