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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

From Miami Roots to Trump Ties: The Complex Path of Marco Rubio

Marco Rubio’s early life in West Miami involved a lot more than politics. A small, one‑acre house became the backdrop for a major drug raid in 1987 that caught Orlando Cicilia, his future brother‑in‑law. Rubio remembers the night he watched a pig roast in a palm‑frond covered pit and later earned

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Jun 01 2026WEATHER

Light and warmth ahead for Metro Detroit

The start of the week in Metro Detroit is shaping up to be bright and calm after a pleasant weekend kickoff. Sunday will bring mostly clear skies with temperatures climbing into the upper 70s—warmer than what was seen on Saturday. This steady rise continues into Monday and Tuesday, with highs reachi

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Jun 01 2026WEATHER

Weather pattern flip after a soggy weekend in New England

The calendar says spring is in full swing, but most of New England has felt more like late winter lately. After a weekend delivered wind and rain pushed in by an upper-level storm system, a noticeable weather shift is on the way beginning Monday. Earlier forecasts had predicted this week would start

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Jun 01 2026WEATHER

A look ahead: light rain Sunday, then a warm week in Central New York

Rain showers will drift through Central New York Sunday afternoon but won’t stick around long. The National Weather Service expects a weak weather system to bring brief, scattered light rain and maybe a stray rumble of thunder. Most spots will see barely enough to wet the sidewalk before the showers

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Jun 01 2026CRIME

Feeling unsafe: What France’s crime worries really show

Recent surveys suggest most people in France think crime is spiraling beyond control, with over seven in ten sharing this concern. The numbers vary by political group – center-right voters show the highest alarm at 92 percent, while younger adults and Green Party supporters are less convinced. Women

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Colombia’s biggest election rematch: What the runoff means for the country

In Colombia’s presidential race, two very different candidates made it to the next round. Abelardo de la Espriella, a lawyer with a tough-guy nickname ("The Tiger"), won over 43% of the vote by promising a crime-fighting approach inspired by Donald Trump’s policies. His opponent, Iván Cepeda, is kno

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Disney makes MRI scans fun for kids

Hospital MRI sessions used to be a nightmare for many children. The small, tight space and loud noises made kids nervous, often requiring them to be sedated just to keep still. But one children's hospital in California tried a creative fix— turning the scary scan into an exciting Disney adventure. T

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Jun 01 2026HEALTH

Big breakthroughs are coming in children's health

Over the past ten years, medical science has made huge strides in keeping kids healthy worldwide. Simple steps like safe sleep positions, vaccines, and car seats have saved countless young lives. But what’s next for children’s health? Experts are now pointing to 10 key research areas that could brin

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Who’s Winning Peru’s Tight Presidential Race?

One week before Peru votes again, the race is tighter than expected. Right-leaning Keiko Fujimori leads left-leaning Roberto Sanchez by just three points in recent polls. Fujimori has about 38% support, while Sanchez holds around 35%. That’s a small shift from earlier numbers, where Fujimori was sli

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Jun 01 2026POLITICS

Israel’s Move into Lebanon: What the Beaufort Castle Capture Really Means

The Israeli military recently took control of a 900-year-old fortress in southern Lebanon, a spot known as Beaufort Castle, along with the high ground around it. This wasn’t just about old stones—it was about gaining a clear view of southern Lebanon and northern Israel, where Hezbollah has been firi

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